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Supportive Environment Where Children with Autism Can Thrive

Empower the North Apr 03, 2024

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Autism Northwest is dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by autism spectrum disorder (ASD) through advocacy, support, and community engagement. _________________________…

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Local Donor’s Legacy Has Given the Gift of Education for over Three Decades!

Thunder Bay Community Foundation Mar 14, 2024

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Each year, the Thunder Bay Community Foundation helps numerous students achieve their post-secondary studies through their annual Scholarship and Bursary Program. Whether they’re going into…

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Tampon Tuesday 2024 in Celebration of International Women’s Day

United Way of Thunder Bay Mar 08, 2024

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We need your help. PERIOD. Our period promise: To provide dignity one box at a time. Almost one quarter of people who menstruate in Canada…

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United Way of Thunder Bay Staff Get in the Spirit of Pizza

United Way of Thunder Bay Feb 21, 2024

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On February 14th, 2024, the United Way of Thunder Bay organized a special staff luncheon as part of their ongoing campaign, “For the Love of…

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$141,700 Government Grant Helps Community Rebuild from the Impacts of COVID-19 through Empower the North

Empower the North Feb 21, 2024

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On Friday, February 16, 2024, MPP Kevin Holland formally congratulated the team at the Lakehead Social Planning Council (LSPC) on the work it’s been doing…

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Therapy Dogs – Helping People Heal

Thunder Bay Community Foundation Feb 06, 2024

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The St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program is a part of one of the world’s oldest humanitarian organizations – the Order of St. John –…

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Breaking Taboos and Promoting Menstrual Equity

FlowingforChange Jan 29, 2024

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🎉 Exciting News: Flowing for Change (FFC) Campaign Launch! 🌟 Hey Everyone! I’m thrilled to announce the official launch of my #FFC campaign – Flowing…

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Biskane – A Dear Self Story

Jan 03, 2023

The Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) Program

Apr 05, 2023

A Story From Thunder Bay Counselling’s Family Violence Program

Apr 26, 2022

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Dec 12, 2022

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