The Power of Love
Welcome 2022!! I am sending each and every one of you wishes of health, unity, and love. I think it’s safe to say that the new year started out as the previous year. It’s been difficult at times to see the light at the end of the tunnel. We have …
Self-Compassion and Kindness
Huge snowflakes are falling peacefully outside my sixth floor window, as an east coast storm begins. Hi, I’m Jeanni, and I’m a writer/educator on how to bring out the best in people. My home and heart are in beautiful Quebec City, near to my children and friends – but I’m …
Sending some love your way
As we start this second month of 2022, are you finding it hard to remain hopeful? I know I am finding it a challenge. The rapid spread of Omicron and the impact of the pandemic on daily life has left many of us feeling knocked down and defeated. Once again, …
Let’s start fresh in 2022!
And just like that, a New Year has begun again! I hope that you had a nice holiday season and are feeling refreshed as you begin 2022. We cannot know what the coming year will bring, or what health restrictions will be in place, but I am deciding to be …
Holidaze and Grief
It’s Beginning to Look a Lot like Christmas, and when Christmas Time is Here, it can be very hard for some folks. Whether you are Driving Home for Christmas, flying somewhere, or staying put, you are bound to notice Christmas Lights everywhere, lighting the way for Santa Baby to stop …
The virtues of Christmas
Hello everyone! Welcome, December! Another year is coming to an end, and we are on the brink of greeting 2022. I know that many of us have been living through some very tough times over the past year. With the Christmas season upon us, it is a great time to …
Fun Jars Fundraiser
Thank you for helping the RISE Program raise funds for the Hamper Campaign! Only $10 per mason jar! Order below before December 12, then go to pickup your jars. See below for important details about where and when to go pick up your jars. SOLD OUT ! Chocolate Chip Cookie mix …
Winter is at our doorstep!
With the holiday season at our doorstep, I would like to take a moment to send some love and holiday cheer to you and your families. It has been wonderful to connect with many of you this fall, whether virtually or in-person at our virtual workshops, our baby activities or …
Hello from your new volunteer coordinator!
Have you ever started a new job with butterflies in your stomach, but with the buzz of excitement leading the way? I sure have! Hi, my name is Elise Holloway, and I am thrilled to be your new volunteer coordinator! Taking on the role of volunteer coordinator for Jeffery Hale Community …
Christmas Family Fun Boxes
SOLD OUT! Once again, the COVID-19 Grinch has kept us from planning our annual EPIQ Ho Ho Ho Children’s Holiday Gathering. Never fear, the community Wellness Centre and Voice of English-speaking Quebec (VEQ) are working together on something fun for families! A team of jolly volunteers from our EPIQ (English-speaking …