Meet the Community Lane
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Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners
The Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners offers a wide range of programs and services designed for individuals with dementia and/or memory concerns, their family, caregivers, and health professionals, as well as the general public.
At ALZSWP, both the individual and the family are provided with support upon diagnosis and throughout the continuum of the disease.
We employ a team of highly skilled professionals, including registered social workers, to ensure our programs and services meet and exceed the needs of our clients. Our team of over 300 volunteers help to run our education and support programs and services.
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Canadian Blood Services
We are the connection between donors and patients, healthcare professionals and medical researchers. We are nationally responsible for a secure system of life essentials for transfusion and transplantation that's reliable, accessible and sustainable. Every day we work diligently to help save lives, restore health and earn the nation's trust.
Canadian Blood Services is one part of Canada's broader network of healthcare systems and is the only national manufacturer of biological products funded by Canada's provincial and territorial governments. We provide blood, plasma, as well as transfusion and stem cell registry services, on behalf of all provincial and territorial governments (excluding Quebec). Our national transplant registry for interprovincial organ sharing and related programs extends to all the provinces and territories. We have a unique relationship with Hema-Qu'bec, the provincial blood system operator that provides products to patients and manages Quebec's stem cell donor registry. Our two organizations work closely to share blood products in times of need, and we collaborate regularly to share information, insights, and data.
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Crazy Beautiful People
Buy a signed copy of our book at the festival on Friday night, Saturday and Sunday.
Two local authors have achieved a warm walk down memory lane filled with humour, insider info, facts and photos. It gave me a nostalgic feeling inside as I have sat on a bench in Victoria Park, downtown watching squirrelly antics too. I enjoyed learning about the hardships, the luck and solid work by literally hundreds of contributors who loved this great festival over the years. A must have for loyal Home County goers.
Sara Parsons, Ottawa, June 2023
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Elgin County Tourism
Over 100 kms of breathtaking Lake Erie shoreline waits for you in Elgin County. Whether you enjoy the hustle and bustle of a busy portside village or a more tranquil atmosphere, Elgin County has something for everyone! Take in the sun, surf, and sand at some of the best stretches of sandy beach along Lake Erie's north shore. Take a ride on a tourist railway or chartered sailboat, visit the theatre, hike the trails at a local conservation area, spend an afternoon on the golf course or shopping in numerous stylish boutiques.
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Forest City Film Festival
The Forest City Film Festival (FCFF) brings the best work from film artists connected to Southwestern Ontario, in a juried competition for features, shorts, documentaries, short documentaries and short animations. Additionally, FCFF presents a selection of the best films from the most important film festivals around the world, a conference of industry workshops and networking, youth film competitions, filmmaker Q&As, receptions and awards. Book this in your calendar and come to rub elbows with the stars in this intimate and exceptional film festival.
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Foundation for the Responsible Administration of Emergency Medicines
Foundation for the Responsible Administration of Emergency Medicine provides free first aid training on recognizing the signs and symptoms of an opioid overdose and how to administer the life-saving drug Naloxone. All attendees who complete the training will get a free Naloxone kit.
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Georgian Bay Folk Society
The Georgian Bay Folk Society (GBFS) is a cultural organization, run by volunteers, that presents, promotes and encourages folk music and other folk arts in the community at large. The GBFS' annual flagship event, Summerfolk Music & Crafts Festival, now in its 48th year, takes place August 18th-20th, 2023 at Kelso Beach at Nawash Park, Owen Sound ON.
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Parkinson Society Southwestern Ontario
MISSION
PSSO enhances the quality of life and care for people living with Parkinson's in Southwestern Ontario.
VISION
To reach every person in Southwestern Ontario affected by Parkinson's.
When you or someone you love is diagnosed with Parkinson's, the first question often asked is "Where do I go?" Our answer is simple: home.
Parkinson's Society Southwestern Ontario is home.
Home for all those living with Parkinson's Disease in Southwestern Ontario.
Home for you to find services, workshops, and groups dedicated to growing the support and community around Parkinson's Disease.
Home for education and research initiatives built on spreading the awareness, care, and support for Parkinson's Disease.
But most importantly, home for You.
At Parkinson Society Southwestern Ontario, we're dedicated to providing the best, most supportive, and most valuable community for all those with Parkinson's. We understand the importance of togetherness, and bring that understanding into all of the work we do.
Our team of supportive, kind, and knowledgeable staff are dedicated to the community and providing the resources that are needed and valued by all of the amazing people we aim to help. We are committed to providing the utmost care and support to all of those whose lives are touched by Parkinson's Disease.
Our unwavering goal is, was, and always will be to create the very best community for everyone living with Parkinson's in Southwestern Ontario.
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Reimagine Institute for Community Sustainability
he Reimagine Institute for Community Sustainability, based in London, Ontario, serves as a dynamic community hub, encouraging residents to embrace sustainable, waste-free living. Our signature community initiative, the Repair Café, is a testament to our dedication to reducing waste. In these friendly gatherings, volunteer "fixers" breathe new life into broken or malfunctioning items, from toaster ovens and radios to jeans and coats, promoting repair over replacement.
Reimagine also established London's first Thing Library in April 2022, allowing community members to borrow a range of items. This unique platform not only reduces the accumulation of seldom-used items, but also fosters skill-sharing and a sense of community resilience.
Based at 206 Piccadilly St, Reimagine's social enterprise arm operates a package-free grocery store. We source diverse, locally-produced, plant-based products, using minimal packaging, challenging conventional retail norms and promoting sustainable, responsible consumption.
We at Reimagine believe in the power of collective action towards a sustainable future. By providing practical solutions for waste reduction and nurturing community spirit, we invite Londoners to join us in our mission. Visit us at our booth during the festival, explore our initiatives, and let's reimagine a greener future together.
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Thames Valley Trail Association
The TVTA is part of Hike Ontario and has developed and maintains 110 km's of hiking trails in the Thames Valley area with subsidiary trails where possible. The association promotes hiking as a form of recreation and leisure and aims to develop a favourable attitude toward trails and hiking, and an appreciation of our natural environment.
This association is a non-profit organization and is run completely by volunteers including: Board of Directors, certified Hike Leaders, and trail maintenance personnel. New members are welcome to join for a very nominal fee ($25) which allows them to partake in group hikes and be a voting member. Families and people of all ages are welcome to be part of this association.
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The Terry Fox Foundation
We are a charitable organization raising funds for cancer research and hold an annual Run in September each year.
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Terence Kernaghan, MPP