Volunteering is a family value for the MacRaes
Three generations of Meals on Wheels volunteers is “a rare and moving legacy” says New Dawn’s Manager of Community Meals.
Three generations of Meals on Wheels volunteers is “a rare and moving legacy” says New Dawn’s Manager of Community Meals.
National Volunteer Week (April 19-25, 2026) recognizes the people across Canada who are making an impact in their communities through volunteerism.
“I feel welcome. This space is just for everyone”
“We couldn’t be more grateful for the opportunity to bring this kind of thinking and sustainability to a building in the heart of Glace Bay.”
Café Marie’s head baker, Yi Wang, featured in regional food publication
“Extending the age of support creates a safer and more supportive bridge into adulthood.”
“Through the sessions, I gained practical knowledge, useful resources, and greater confidence in preparing for my career journey.”
“I’ve experienced the ups and downs of life, so that’s something that really informs my practice.”
IYS sites provide crucial mental health and wellness support for youth and caregivers
David will be remembered for his easygoing nature and calm dedication to volunteer service.
Community support is at the heart of this transformational project in Glace Bay.
“The New Dawn Youth and Family Centre will bring together community vision and innovative design to build a space that supports children, youth, and families.”
CBC Radio reporter Brittany Wentzell gets a tour of the newly opened space with youth worker Al Cusack and Youth Advisory Committee members
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Eymu’ti’k Unama’ki, newte’jk l’uiknek te’sikl Mi’kmawe’l maqamikall mna’q iknmuetumittl. Ula maqamikew wiaqi-wikasik Wantaqo’tie’l aqq I’lamatultimkewe’l Ankukamkewe’l Mi’kmaq aqq Eleke’wuti kisa’matultisnik 1726ek.
We are in Unama’ki, one of the seven traditional and unceded ancestral territories of the people of Mi’kma’ki. This territory is covered by the Treaties of Peace and Friendship which the Mi’kmaq first signed with the British Crown in 1726.
Ketu’-keknuite’tmek aqq kepmite’tmek ula tela’matultimkip wjit maqamikew ta’n etekl mtmo’taqne’l. Ula tett, ula maqamikek, etl-lukutiek l’tunen aqq apoqntmnen apoqnmasimk aqq weliknamk Unama’ki.
We wish to recognize and honour this understanding of the lands on which we reside. It is from here, on these lands, that we work to create and support a culture of self-reliance and vibrancy.