Greetings!
How are you? November has come and gone, and tomorrow begins the last month of 2021. December is typically full of celebrations and holiday traditions, from family feasts to light displays and more. It is also a time of reflection, of looking back on the past twelve months and, perhaps, remembering those new year's resolutions. Did you make any? Did they stick? What are you grateful for that happened this year? What are you looking forward to in 2022?
As for today, did you know that it is Giving Tuesday? It's the world's largest generosity movement, taking place each year after Black Friday and Cyber Monday. The "Opening day of the giving season," it's a time when charities, companies and individuals join together and rally for favourite causes. Across Canada and around the world, Giving Tuesday unites communities by sharing our capacity to care for and empower one another.
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Your gift will support SOURCES' mental health and social wellness programs and services. Help us ensure that no one falls between the cracks. Help us ensure that young people, families and seniors can access free, no barrier, professional and compassionate counselling.
We are grateful for your support all year long. As we enter December, we thank you for keeping SOURCES in your hearts. You are in ours.
Read on to learn what we've been up to, how you can be involved and more!
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Brrr... the chilly air signals the return of our favourite winter walkathon, Coldest Night of the Year!
SOURCES is pleased to host, for our 9th straight year, the White Rock/South Surrey location of this national fundraising event. You read that right - we've extended our location name as our walkers, donors and sponsors have always come from both communities and now can be fully represented as a location on the official CNOY website. Hurray!
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EVENT INFO | Mark your calendars for Saturday, February 26, 2022 from 3:00-6:00 p.m. at Memorial Park and along the White Rock waterfront. Our event will be a BLENDED one, meaning we plan to have an in-person Walk Day, and, we welcome participants who can't make it on the 26th to walk anywhere they want, anytime they want, in the month of February.
WALKER INFO | There is NO registration fee, and there are two route options: 2km or 5km.
CNOY TOQUE | The toque is CNOY's way of saying thanks to all walkers who fundraise $150 or more (for adults 18 and older), or $75 (for youth 17 and under). Wear your toque proudly as a sign that you've accomplished some seriously impressive and impactful fundraising for SOURCES.
2022 GOAL | We want to recruit 65 Team Captains and raise $200,000 to help the homeless, hungry and hurting.
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Remembrance Day
November 11
Our CEO David Young, Society President Sara Forte and her son Rocco attended our local Remembrance Day ceremony and laid a wreath at the White Rock Cenotaph on behalf of SOURCES. We remember the individuals who served and sacrificed for our freedoms.
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National Domestic Violence Awareness Month
November 14-20 was Victims and Survivors Awareness Week and November 25 was the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. To every victim and survivor, of every gender, we see you and support you.
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National Addictions Awareness Week
November 21-27
This week provides an opportunity for Canadians to learn more about prevention, to talk about treatment and recovery, and to bring forward solutions. Help is available. SOURCES Substance Use Services is here for you and your loved ones. Learn more
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"Run for the Roses Redux" raises $305K |
It was a wonderful evening at the races! The Sources Foundation's 25th anniversary fundraising gala was held on November 6, and raised more than $305,000 in support of mental health and social wellness for our communities. We tip our fascinators (or fancy hats) to our sponsors, auction donors, guests, and everyone who participated in our fundraising efforts. Thank you!
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New Phone Numbers in Newton |
The following programs based at Sources Newton Resource Centre in Surrey have NEW phone numbers:
- Housing Programs
- 778-731-9195
- Advocacy Services
- 778-735-1368
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Legal Resource Centre
- 778-731-9192
- Community Law Clinic
- 778-731-9168
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Jeevan is organizing a sock donation drive for Sources Food Bank from now until December 10, to help community members that may be in need this winter.
"Having clean, dry socks can help avoid foot infections, prevent blisters, and stay warm during the upcoming cold months."
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Want a job where you can make a difference? Work with us!
- Residential Care Workers
- Behaviour Interventionist
- Behaviour Consultant
- and more!
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FOR YOUR HEALTH AND SAFETY |
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SOURCES continues to monitor and follow the most up-to-date guidance from the Provincial Health Officer regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. As a social services provider, we do NOT require proof of vaccination at our locations; however, we encourage everyone who can get vaccinated to do so, as part of our collective responsibility to look after one another and promote wellness for our community. Learn how to get your vaccine here
All SOURCES locations will continue to adhere to public health guidelines. Our top priority is always the health and safety of our team, clients and community. If you are in need of support, we look forward to seeing and serving you!
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