CommUNITY Together to End Poverty

The CommUNITY Together to End Poverty project aims to engage the public about how poverty is experienced in Ladysmith and Stz'uminus and actions we can take.

[Island Health @VanIslandHealth]

The @TownOfLadysmith awarded health care workers as the community’s Citizens of the Year for 2021! We’re proud to work with our partners across our region in support of patient and family-centered care. Thank you, Ladysmith – and congratulations, everyone! #MyIslandHealth

[Town of Ladysmith @TownOfLadysmith]

Protect our watershed, and begin transitioning to drought-resistant lawn alternatives! Join us at the native plant giveaway on Wed., Aug. 18th from 2-6pm, in front of Infrastructure Services. There will be a variety of plants native to Vancouver Island, so come grab yours!

[CommUNITY Together to End Poverty @TogetherPoverty]

Have your say on paid sick leave for BC.

[BC Government News @BCGovNews]

Paid sick leave is essential to BC workers and workplaces. That's why we are creating permanent paid sick leave for all employees, and want to hear from you. Fill out the survey online by Sept. 14, and tell us what can be improved: https://t.co/BNBTuTvSF4

[CommUNITY Together to End Poverty @TogetherPoverty]

Cowichan Valley cooling centres are planned/requested with most operating from Thursday to Saturday this week from noon to 8 p.m.:
- Park Recreation Centre
- Cowichan Community Centre
- Cowichan Lake Sports Arena
- Frank Jameson Community Centre
- Siem Lelum Gym

[BC Government News @BCGovNews]

A heat warning is in effect in many parts of BC. Make sure to stay hydrated, and spend time in cool spaces. Check in on your loved ones and neighbours, especially seniors. Learn more about heat illness and how you can stay safe: https://t.co/da9eZPAGDN

#BCHeat #BritishColumbia

[School District 68 (Nanaimo-Ladysmith) @sd68bc]

The new childcare space projects at Forest Park, Chase River, Ladysmith Primary and Rock City elementary schools will not be ready this fall due to construction delays and challenges arising out of the global pandemic.

We will provide more information in the coming weeks.

[Ladysmith Resources @Ladysmithcares]

So silly and brilliant.

A guide book of sorts on how to make bad decisions!

Learn More: https://t.co/zCmHov1CL7

[Ladysmith Resources @Ladysmithcares]

Know someone who can't get out? Volunteers take grocery orders over the phone once a week every Wednesday for seniors and shut-in’s. The volunteer takes the list and selects the items ordered. The Store delivers the items and collects the money owing.

Call 250-245-3079 for info!

[Ladysmith Resources @Ladysmithcares]

Now Hiring: Fruit Harvest Coordinator

See the full details: https://t.co/jFuHO7R4T5

[School District 68 (Nanaimo-Ladysmith) @sd68bc]

Congratulations Graduating #Classof2021! Be proud of what you have accomplished. Your efforts outshine what you've been faced with in an extraordinary time. #Graduation2021

[School District 68 (Nanaimo-Ladysmith) @sd68bc]

School plan for Monday, June 28, 2021.

Families encouraged to keep students home, if at all possible.

Schools will be open and buses will be running.

Check your email for more information.

[School District 68 (Nanaimo-Ladysmith) @sd68bc]

Registration for FREE Community Schools Summer Programming is here - ART in the park, Foodsafe, WHMIS, Kids get cooking, Superhost, dance & yoga classes, babysitting, water stewards camps, Ecoforester, first aid and more... https://t.co/QCFMyjIwJL

[Ladysmith Resources @Ladysmithcares]

Our volunteer transportation is still running for medical appointments.

If you have an appointment and need a ride to Duncan or Nanaimo, we need 10 business days to arrange for a driver.

Call the LRCA at 250-245-3079 as soon as you know your date and time

[Inclusion Canada @InclusionCA]

1/2 We were pleased to see government give notice that it intends to table a Bill establishing the new Canada Disability Benefit. This new benefit would be historic and has the potential to significantly address poverty and inequality experienced by people with disabilities.

[Town of Ladysmith @TownOfLadysmith]

Temporary Stage 3 Water Restrictions will be in effect for the Town of Ladysmith, Diamond Improvement District and Stz'uminus First Nation from Wednesday, June 23 to Friday, June 25, 2021.

For more information, please visit: https://t.co/JNypaNgAiO

[CommUNITY Together to End Poverty @TogetherPoverty]

These are important discussions that will shape future planning in our community.
Please participate if you can!
@Stzuminus_fn @LadysmithLSS @Ladysmithcares @LadysmithIS @youthladysmith

[Town of Ladysmith @TownOfLadysmith]

LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER!

We're looking forward to an inclusive community discussion tomorrow as we get rolling with public engagement for the Official Community Plan review!

Sign up today, make your voice heard and help shape the future of Ladysmith.

https://t.co/ViuZk2P4Ls

[CommUNITY Together to End Poverty @TogetherPoverty]

As one of the 10 priority themes that came up from the community input, what actions would you suggest we take to address this as part of our poverty reduction plan in Ladysmith & Stz'uminus?

Find the full Summary of Public Engagement & survey at:
https://t.co/l6xapznNKs

[CommUNITY Together to End Poverty @TogetherPoverty]

We've put together a Summary of Public Engagement that includes local input heard so far on the impacts of poverty in Ladysmith and Stz'uminus.
Both the summary and a survey for feedback on it are found at https://t.co/RGV3XE11c9

[CommUNITY Together to End Poverty @TogetherPoverty]

The Summary of Public Engagement is ready for your review! Check it out at https://t.co/l6xapznNKs
Did we get it right?
Is anything missing?
What local actions can we take to address these challenges?
Your comments will help design your local Poverty Reduction Plan!

[School District 68 (Nanaimo-Ladysmith) @sd68bc]

Board of Education Chair Charlene McKay & Stz'uminus Chief Roxanne Harris sign historic Local Education Agreement. The agreement focuses our joint efforts to increase success for Stz'uminus students attending NLPS schools. #SuccessForAll #NLPSLearns

[Town of Ladysmith @TownOfLadysmith]

Please be advised that the sidewalk on the high side of 1st Avenue from Ladysmith & District Credit Union building to White Street is closed May 27-28 as we replace old water service lines. Pedestrians will be asked to detour along the lower side of the sidewalk in this area.