Kinbridge Community Association
200 Christopher Drive N1R 4X4 Cambridge, ON, Canada

On behalf of the Volunteer Coordinators from the Cambridge Neighbourhood Organizations, we thank each and every one of our volunteers for their amazing contributions! #KinbridgeVolunteers #CambridgeNeighbourhoodOrganizations #NationalVolunteerWeek

We are currently accepting resumes for the position: YouthForce Coordinator. Kinbridge Community Association (Kinbridge) in partnership with the Region of Waterloo and other community organizations, works to provide youth ages 15-29 years who live in and around affordable housing communities’, year-round personal and professional development and employment opportunities through a social enterprise program called YouthForce.... Kinbridge is hiring an experienced and outstanding individual to work as part of the YouthForce team to coordinate the growth of this program across the Region. This role is responsible for community outreach, support and promotion of youth participation in the community, dynamic program delivery along with building positive relationships with youth, housing providers, other potential clients and partners. See job posting for full details and application instructions. https://www.linkedin.com//kinbridge-community-association_

! ' #. Check out all the interactive online videos and activities going on at www.earthday.org You can also take a look at the United Nations' International Mother Earth Day webpage: https://www.un.org/en/observances/earth-day... Locally, the Waterloo Region District School Board is running a Backyard Bird Count, running today until April 26. Find the information here: https://schools.wrdsb.ca//cit/wrdsb-backyard-bird-count-2/ How can you help restore our earth? Join the bird count! How are our birds doing? You can help raise awareness of potential concerns for our bird population by participating in this fun activity. Throughout the year make sure you walk around your neighbourhood (wear gloves) and pick up garbage and dispose of it in a nearby garbage can or once you get home. Commit to wasting less water during your day - turn off the faucet while brushing your teeth and washing your face. Take a shower instead of a bath. Install a water saving showerhead. Use reusable water bottles. Keep a few in your cupboard for your family. Shop wisely - be conscious of your clothing purchases (do you really need another t-shirt?), shop at thrift stores and participate in clothing swaps! Can you fix that hole in your sock instead of throwing it out? Participate in a tree planting event. These events are so much fun and you get to walk away knowing you'll see the fruits of your labour for years to come! If you can, choose non-toxic cleaning products. This equates to less toxins in our water supply and mother earth. What are some other ideas you have to help protect and restore our earth? #EarthDay2021 #EarthDayLive #RestoreOurEarth #Kinbridge #Galt #CambridgeOntario #Cbridge

Come, login to catch up with friends and make new friends! Join in on our virtual Games Nights on Thursday. The games we play are the games you choose! To sign up and get login instructions, please email: [email protected] or call 519-624-3855 #KinbridgeYouth #KinbridgeGames #Kinbridge #SociallyConnected #Galt #CambridgeOntario #Cbridge

COVID-19 Update January 12, 2021 The Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health and other health experts, is immediately declaring a second provincial emergency under s 7.0.1 (1) of the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act (EMPCA). Our staff is working from home and our locations (200 Christopher Drive, Christopher Champlain Resource Centre and Southwood Resource Centre) will be closed until further notice. Please watch for new onl...ine programming coming soon. Please find general COVID-19 information and updates here www.cambridge.ca/COVID19. Please visit Region of Waterloo Public Health for additional up-to-date information. https://www.regionofwaterloo.ca//positive-cases-in-waterlo# Thank you for your continued cooperation! Take care and stay safe.

We are seeking an energetic individual to join our team in the full time role of Manager of Community & Social Development and Community Services. We are looking for someone who: Is outstanding in community development and social development. Understands and has knowledge and experience with neighbourhood-based initiatives. Is passionate about building relationships, creating inclusive opportunities, and connecting people and resources. Is skilled in collaborating w...ith diverse individuals, teams, and groups towards a common goal. The ideal candidate will be an organized and motivated self starter, with demonstrated experience, knowledge and skills in community and social development. You are passionate about mentoring and leading staff teams providing opportunities, creating welcoming spaces, facilitating communication and knowledge sharing. You are skilled at listening and strategizing with the community and organizations. Learn more: https://www.kinbridge.ca/volunteerandcareers/ #KinbridgeCareers #CommunityDevelopment #Kinbridge #Galt #Cambridge #Cbridge #WRAwesome

There is no doubt that this past year has been stressful, which has probably left a lot of us feeling a little burnt out! Start the year with a fresh perspective and some tips on how to manage stress by participating in YouthForce's upcoming Handling Stress webinar. Next webinar session is Thursday, January 14, 2021 from 4:00-5:00 PM on Zoom.... Register today! Call/text 226-752-9027 or email youthforcecommunity@ gmail. com YouthForce is a pre-employment and life skills training program for youth ages 15-29. Image includes details as listed above and a young woman wearing a plaid shirt, with hands on face, looking stressed. Question marks surround her head. YouthForce Community Carizon Family and Community Services Langs Greenway Chaplin Community Centre Region of Waterloo Ontario Trillium Foundation

Happy Monday! Some of us are back to work today after some time off. Others are sending their kids back to online learning. A new year with new challenges! You've got this! Image shows a yellow painted start line, a pair of black and white Converse shoes standing at the line and the quote: Just start. Don't worry that you don't have all the answers yet.

Happy New Year, friends! We are so excited to start 2021 with you! Watch our social media and website for upcoming programming and consider signing up for our newsletter to follow our news and events in the coming year: http://bit.ly/KinbridgeNewsletter.

! Join Trout next for a fun night playing the Nintendo Switch - choose between a variety of games! We play, what you pick. ... On spend time in the gym with Cam to play a variety of basketball skill games and drills! Looking for something different? Let us know, we will work with you to make it happen! Don’t forget to save your spot by calling our centre 519-324-3855 or emailing [email protected].

It's time for Fun With Kiwi! We've got another leafy activity for you today, but don't worry, we won't make you go out into the snow to dig around for leaves. Today this activity includes a leaf template you will need to print. Materials you will need: Printed template (find in comments) Craft paint OR Markers... Construction Paper Pencil Scissors Ziploc bags Tape (masking, painters or Scotch tape). Have fun! Please share your artwork in the comments!

It's that time of year many people are planning their gift giving and shopping lists! Money can get pretty tight if a budget is not set! Some may even consider tapping into their "Rainy Day Fund" to put towards their seasonal shopping, but is that the right thing to do? Let's talk about what the purpose of a Rainy Day Fund is... A Rainy Day Fund is really just another name for a back up, use "in case of emergency" bank account. ... Here are a few examples of when a rainy day fund could come in handy: You receive a higher-than-average utility bill that leaves you scrambling to make up the difference If you unexpectedly lose your employment When your car breaks down An unexpected pet visit A Rainy Day Fund is what is going to help you get through your next paycheck, should something unexpected happen. These funds need to be liquid, which means easily accessible to you. For this and more financial and employment related tips and guidance, reach out to our YouthForce Coordinator! 226-752-9027 or [email protected] Carizon Family and Community Services @LangsCommunity Ontario Trillium Foundation Region of Waterloo Greenway Chaplin Community Centre RBC #YouthForce #KinbridgeYouth #TipsTuesday #Financial Tips #Kinbridge #Galt #Cambridge #Cbridge

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' Decorate your house, take a picture, submit it, along with your address, to Kinbridge or your local neighbourhood association, and get the chance to win a gift basket!! Send a picture of your decorated house to [email protected] to enter the contest! Winners will be announced December 11th ... Don't forget to vote for your favourite houses! Not sure which neighbourhood organization you belong to? Visit http://cambridgeneighbourhoods.ca/ #HolidayHouseContest #Kinbridge #CNO #cambridge #Galt #holidayseason #holidays

With things feeling like life is changing constantly these days, it can feel overwhelming. Whether you're having to put some things on hold until later or learning new tasks or roles on the fly, remember, things might take time and effort and that is ok! #MantraMonday #Kinbridge #Galt #Cambridge #Cbridge

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Calling all youth! Are you interested in getting connected to someone who can help you with your questions about schooling and your career planning? YouthForce is now accepting applications from youth ages 15-29 to be paired with a peer mentor in the new Bridge to Success program. In addition to being matched with a mentor you will also be able to receive volunteer hours! For full details, please reach out to Mallory at youthforcecommunity at gmail dot com... or 226-752-9027 Greenway Chaplin Community Centre Carizon Family and Community Services Region of Waterloo Langs Ontario Trillium Foundation YouthForce Community

Good morning everyone! Happy Saturday to you! Got plans for dinner yet? Why not add some Spanish flavour to your plan for tonight.... Today Ruth shares one of her favourite Spanish rice recipes with you. Check it out!

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! ! Kinbridge kids will share with you what it's like to be a kid in 2020, how to support them and how other kids can help create and build a positive community for the future.... #KidsTakeOver #KTOWR #StayInToSpeakOut #KinbridgeKids #KinbridgeYouth #Kinbridge #Galt #Cambridge #Cbridge #WRAwesome

[] - ! Please share with the youth in your life! Are you interested in volunteering in your community? Want to work on your leadership skills and meet new friends? ... [] 2- . Youth will work on modules such as but not limited to: Program Development, Working in the Community, Teamwork, Communication, Safety and Risk Management. This certificate is needed to volunteer in children’s camps and programs and looks great on a resume! . $. . : @.

? Conflict is any situation where your concerns or desires differ from another person(s). Some causes of conflict could include: Self Needs or wants ... Perceptions Assumptions Expectations Emotion Values Competition Managing conflict can be tough, but a skilled leader is able to read the situation and know what response is needed to manage change within the group in conflict. Remember: when leading in a group, conflicts are more manageable when you can identify patterns of conflict, understand people’s reactions, and identify the cause. , @. --.

Here's [lead]'s Question of the Week: ? An ecological footprint is a measure of sustainability. It measures how fast we consume resources and generate waste compared to how fast nature can absorb our waste and generate new resources. Picture the Earth as a bank account. It can support an amazing number of species off just the renewable part of its resources: the interest. When one species becomes too numerous in its resource use, it is spending ...not only the interest, but also the principle. Leaders need to be aware of their ecological footprint and the tools needed to reduce negative individual impacts so they can inspire others to change and preserve the environment for future generations. To find out how many planets we would need if everyone lives like you, visit footprintcalculator.org. Let us know what you will do to reduce the impact of your ecological footprint. #Kinbridge #KinbridgeLead #KinbridgeYouth #Galt #Cambridge #Cbridge

From our families to yours, we wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving.

? They: Are something we care about Are an important belief ... Commit us to take action Those beliefs that we have accepted as a choice Are something we are proud of Motivate our actions ; . Different lifestyles and different individuals stress different values. It is important to realize the differs between the values you wish to actualize and the values that certain lifestyles (or other choices) favour. : I can use my imagination in artistic, scientific, and financial areas I have time and the ability to pursue any interests that I may have I can be of service to others, either individually or in groups In the Self-Awareness module of [], we discuss the importance of knowing our values and how these values help us when we make decisions. [] -- @..

Hey parents and caregivers of children in grade 4 and up! We have partnered with and we're excited to offer the program at two locations this month! . . , . In Cycling Into The Future, participants will:... learn the rules of the road how to fix a flat tire practice essential bike skills experience riding on the road on neighbourhood streets ! To register please contact: Vanessa or Amanda at 519-624-3855 or [email protected] Questions? Email ashley@ cyclingintothefuture.com Cycling Into The Future

Today for Fun With Kiwi she shows you how to make a turkey decoration and give thanks at the same time. The template you will need to print is in the comments below OR you could freestyle it if you have a little bit of artistic skill!... What are you thankful for this Thanksgiving? This year we are thankful for the opportunity to work with an amazing and resilient community, for our friends and partners who help make Kinbridge what it is today, and of course we are very thankful to have our health. We can't wait to see your finished work in the comments, so please remember to share below or tag us in your pic!

Shout out for youth mentees, ages 15-29! YouthForce is launching a new peer mentoring program - Bridge to Success! Are you intrigued by a certain career and wondering what steps to take to get into that particular field?... Be matched with a Peer Mentor and chat about all your career related questions. Receive volunteer hours and meet new people too! Let us help you grow and level up! Connect to learn more - text 226-752-9027 or email [email protected] YouthForce Community Langs Greenway Chaplin Community Centre Carizon Family and Community Services Region of Waterloo Ontario Trillium Foundation

It's another beautiful fall day! We hope you have a great week. Today's mantra... There is beauty in me and around me.

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? While it sounds like it could be a cute chipmunk cartoon name, it's not. A tripper is something that trips us up or limits us and keeps us from doing or being what we want. Don’t worry- everyone has them! Learning about ourselves is a continual part of life. Consider yourself a work of art. Chipping away at our imperfections helps us to achieve our goals and become what we envision. A common phrase that we use that trips us up is: I should have....... If you find yourself tripping over that response, try phrasing it differently! Try saying things like : Next time I will.. or change the word have to to choose to. : Draw a list of all your strengths and achievements Make a list of all the positive things you have learned from a negative situation Write down the areas that you want to change to become the person you envision For every area you want to change, write down how you are going to make those changes We reflect on our trippers often during [], as reflection is a necessary part of leadership. If you have questions or would like to chat about how you can chip away at your trippers, please reach out to our Youth Development Coordinator, Amanda, at 519-624-3855 or [email protected]. [] . - .

It's time for Fun With Kiwi! Today Kiwi shares a quirky turkey craft with you. Materials you will need:... Washable markers in red, yellow, orange and brown A paper coffee filter Construction paper Googly eyes (optional) Scissors Glue Don't forget to take a pic and tag us or show us your finished craft in the comments!

Our neighbourhood is a community that is connected through relationships, is full of opportunities, celebrates diversity, and provides a safe and inclusive environment. While we could not all be together at the same time today, our staff celebrates and reflects on Orange Shirt Day and we continue to commit to ensuring the diverse voices of our community are included in our ongoing learning and we encourage you to make them part of your learning too. ... Let us find a way to belong to this time and place together. Our future, and the well-being of all our children, rests with the kind of relationships we build today. Chief Dr. Robert Joseph #everychildmatters #orangeshirtday #Kinbridge #Galt #Cambridge #Cbridge