Stefani Van Wijk, the third generation of her family to serve as director of Madawaska Kanu Centre talked about celebrating MKC’s 50th anniversary year. Her goal in 2021 is to “honour this amazing legacy – this seed that my grandparents planted, that my mom and dad nourished for so many …
The following media release was received Mar.5 2021 from Renfrew County and District Health Unit: Over the month of February and during the first few days of March 2021, Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) has reported a rise in cases of the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19). While case …
One of the most harrowing events involving substantial loss of life in the province in recent years occurred almost three years ago on Yonge Street in Toronto. On 23rd April 2018, Alek Minassian rented a van and drove it along a sidewalk deliberately striking pedestrians. His actions resulted in the …
Renfrew County residents now have access to mental health or addictions counselling via a virtual e-Walk-In Counselling Clinic (WICC). The Renfrew County WICC provides children, youth, adults, and families with free, same-day access to single-session therapy by video or phone. The WICC is open every Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to …
In 1921, the Congregation of the Sisters of St. Joseph arrived in Pembroke and, from there, sent nuns out to various communities to teach children as well as to work in hospitals. As far as Barry’s Bay was concerned, a convent was built across the street from the St. Hedwig’s …
Positive case at Centre scolaire catholique Jeanne-Lajoie Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) announced jointly with the Conseil des écoles catholiques du Centre-Est (CECCE) on Feb.28 that an individual at Centre scolaire catholique Jeanne-Lajoie pavillon élémentaire in Pembroke has a positive laboratory-confirmed case of novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19). All …
FREE Income Tax clinics It’s that time again, and the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program offers trained volunteers to prepare and e-file your tax returns. This collaboration between community organizations and Canada Revenue Agency will run during March and April to assist eligible people with simple tax returns and low/modest …
Renfrew County & District Health Unit (RCDHU) issued the following news release on Feb.26: Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) is introducing a new text notification system to notify contacts of COVID-19 exposures. Renfrew County and District (RCD) residents may receive a standard text message from a Public Health …
Earlier this month a formal announcement from the Joint Municipal Physician Recruitment and Retention Committee (JMPRRC) advised that Dr. Erin Murray (Above – photo submitted) will set up a practice in Barry’s Bay this summer following her final exams. After an undergraduate degree in biology at Queen’s University, Erin knew …
The RCD COVID-19 Vaccine Communications Committee issued the following release Feb.26: The Renfrew County and District (RCD) COVID-19 Vaccine Communications Committee is working closely with the RCD COVID-19 Command Table to provide clear, concise, and timely information about administration of COVID-19 vaccines to RCD residents. Key messages for residents At …
Flagrant disregard and disrespect In a YouTube video released today, February 26, entitled “Another Concern Update,” Renfrew County and District’s Acting Medical Officer of Health Dr. Rob Cushman told viewers, “Today in fact was the worst day since we started this last March for the Renfrew County and District Health …
One of the biggest challenges for people seeking mental health, substance use, and/or addictions services is knowing where to turn for help. To answer that challenge, Partners for Regional Coordinated Access for Mental Health and Addictions (RCA), which includes people with lived and living expertise, healthcare organizations, and community service …
Up to 8,200 new PSWs will be ready to work in Long-Term Care by fall 2021 On February 24, Premier Doug Ford, Dr. Merrilee Fullerton, Minister of Long-Term Care, and Ross Romano, Minister of Colleges and Universities announced that the Ontario government is investing over $115 million to train up …
Madawaska Valley Food Bank volunteer Terry Newcombe submitted the following ‘good news’ press release. Pictured above are representatives from two grateful agencies who shared in the pet food bounty. New volunteers to an organization don’t just bring new hands, they also bring new ideas. When Jenny Fitzpatrick joined the MV …
Dr. Meara Sullivan, consultant, has released the following update about the Public Consultation Survey conducted to develop a Community Safety and Well-being Plan in the region. The municipal councils of the Townships of Brudenell, Lyndoch and Raglan; Killaloe, Hagarty and Richards; Madawaska Valley; and South Algonquin have passed resolutions making …
