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COVID-19 (3 September 2021): Due to COVID19, the Pinecrest Terrace Food Bank is running on an appointment-only basis until further notice. Call 613-596-6703 to make an appointment. All other programs are on hold until further notice.

Offers free social, educational and recreational programs to its residents and those in the surrounding area

Children's Programs:
Kids Club (grades 1 to 6) Summer and after school:

homework help
cooperative games
healthy food instruction
crafts, sports and physical activities
indoor and outdoor recreation
science and technology program
team building activities
field trips

Youth Programming (grades 6 to 9):

social recreation, social skills development and leadership skills.

United Sisters: weekly recreational group for girls (ages 10-15)

develop the skills to be confident, independent, and active members of their communities
arts and crafts, games, movies, cooking, workshops and special outings
activities change from week to week
make friends and share amazing experiences

Snack-e-Sac:

lunch bag program that runs twice weekly
children going to school are provided with snack filled lunch bags

I Love to Programs:

programs offered depending on funding include I Love to Skate * I Love to Swim * I Love to Play Soccer * I Love to Dance

ELF: English literacy development program

child mentorship in literacy
each child works at their own pace to improve their literacy skills
weekly program
children receive personalized help with reading and writing
lessons are specialized to the child's skill level and learning needs

Adult Services:
Adult Art Projects: Offers an adult art project led by a professional artist

offered at various times throughout the year
adults in the community work together to create artwork
artwork is displayed permanently in the community
no experience necessary to participate

Tenant Circle: meeting each month with the tenants to discuss issues important to the community

share ideas and plan together
offers a space for community members to become active in planning and carrying out community events
work together to identify and address community concerns

Collective Kitchen:

offered periodically: adults from the community come together at the community house to make a home cooked meal

Community Garden Group:

tenants from Pinecrest Terrace can produce food collectively in Community Garden

Other Services::
Computer Drop-in:

open throughout the week for people in the community to use the computers and access the internet
those interested are able to receive help with employment services such as resume and cover letter writing

Food Bank:

open three times a week
halal meat is available
services users are expected to be served once a month

Referrals:

provides referrals to the Caring and Sharing Foundation during the Holiday Season in December and in July/August for the backpack program
staff are also able to make a variety of referrals based on individual needs

Special Events: