May 2015 Newsletter

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Neighbours Newsletter
NEIGHBOURS
REGIONAL ASSOCIATION OF ROUYN-NORANDA
May 2015
Outstanding Neighbours Awards Gala
On
Thursday,
March
19th,
Neighbours hosted their annual
Outstanding Neighbours Awards
Gala and Laugh Attack. The
evening featured the presentation
of 4 awards; all for demonstrating
exceptional involvement in their
community. The awards were
presented to Father Henri Giroux,
Camp Spirit Lake, Olivia Baril and
André Phillippon. The evening
also featured a performance from
5 time Canadian Comedy award
winning comedian Pete Zedlacher.
The Gala had over 85 people and
it was a huge success! Shown
here are some of the photos from
the event.
To view more pictures view our
Facebook page.
Source: Kathryn Nemcsok
Did you know?
Rouyn-Noranda has an SPCA, located at 803
Avenue Granada. Its facility features dogs, cats,
and other domestic animals up for adoption!
Check out their Facebook page for all the furry
friends available for adoption!
Hours: Monday to Saturday 9:00am-4:30pm
Phone Number:
819-762-6448
Source: Rouyn-Noranda SPCA Facebook page/ This information has been brought up
by Neighbours’ member Marilyn Brethour
Neighbours Has a New Defibrillator!!!
Have you heard the exciting news?
Neighbours
now has an Automated External Defibrillator for use in a cardiac
emergency situation! All staff members have received training on
how to operate the defibrillator and 3 out of 4 staff members are
CPR certified, so in a cardiac emergency we will be ready!
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The AED is a machine designed to reset the heart beat after
someone has gone into cardiac arrest.
In an emergency situation, an AED
combined with CPR can increase the
likelihood of survival to 75% or more.
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For every one minute delay from
defibrillation, the survival rate of a cardiac
victim can decrease by 7-10%

Look for the signs and the AED
in our office!
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Source:
http://www.fetedelapeche.gouv.qc.ca
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Looking for something to do in June?
Did you know that for the weekend of June 5th to 7th you are not
required to have a fishing license to go fishing in Quebec? The
Government of Québec has officially designated that weekend as
Fête de la Pêche, so grab your rod and reel, a few of your friends
and family and head out that weekend to enjoy the wonderful
sport of fishing. Just remember to tell the story of the one that got
away!
Source: http://www.fetedelapeche.gouv.qc.ca
Now that the weather is a little nicer, you might
be wondering what there is to do in the great
outdoors. The city of Rouyn-Noranda and
surrounding area has a large variety of hiking
trails, ranging from beginner to expert levels,
and they are all within a maximum of 40 KM
radius of the city centre. Take a nice leisurely
walk or bike ride on the Lake Osisko Trail or for
the more adventurous: climb to the peak of
Mount Cheminis! Whatever your level of
expertise, there is trail waiting for you!
Trail maps and further information are available
at City Hall, as well as on the City of
Rouyn-Noranda website.
Festibière
Source: http://www.ville.rouyn-noranda.qc.ca/ Written by Kathryn Nemcsok
Festival des Guitares
Abitibi-Témiscamingue:
du Monde
en
When: June 5th, 6th & This festival is a large scale event
happening throughout the month of
7th, 2015
Enjoy a weekend of
music, entertainment
and beer tasting at the
Presqu’île (Lake Osisko) Tickets
start at 14.99$
For more information visit the
Ville
de
Rouyn-Noranda
website. http://www.ville.rouynnoranda.qc.ca/
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May in many different locations in the city of Rouyn. The
festival brings in many different musical acts from around
the world, some of which are English acts. The tickets
range in prices, and can be anywhere from 10 dollars to 50
dollars a person. This year, one of Neighbours’ own
employees will be playing music as part of the festival. For
questions about the festival, feel free to call the office and
one of us can give you further information!
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The Tradition of the Maypole
The tradition of the Maypole is something that originated in the
Germanic countries of Europe. Though its original purpose is
unknown, it is believed that it was originally part of the Pagan
traditions in the early 16th century.
Today, the Maypole is erected in town centres across Europe
either on the first of May or on the evening before. It is often
part of a festival that takes place from the 30th of April to the
1st of May and many towns and cities keep the pole up year
round, only decorating it for the celebration.
The Maypole tradition usually begins with a procession or parade through the
village to a restaurant or central location, where the spectators then watch the
pole being raised, accompanied by what is usually a brass band. In the
evening, the pole is ceremoniously decorated by the men of the village with
decorations representing the trades that are in and around the village. The
tradition is one that has stood the test of time and continues to be celebration
every year in Germany, Austria, and Swabia.
Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maypole
Don’t Forget the English Movies!
Paramount Cinemas in Rouyn-Noranda offers an English
movie every Monday night! Some of the previous
examples of movies that have been in
Furious 7, Fifty Shades of Grey,
English are
Ouija, and Rio 2. For
information on the weekly movie, check the Neighbours’
Facebook page or website! We try to post what movie is showing every week!
When: Every Monday evening at 6:10 PM
Where: Cinéma Paramount, 155 Rue Perreault E.
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The Faces of Volunteers in Canada
Fact:
Education
Volunteering rate of Canadians aged 15 and over:
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In 2013, Canadian volunteers devoted
about 1.96 billion volunteer hours. This
is the equivalent of about 1 million full
time jobs!
Volunteers are increasingly
more
educated.
From
2004-2013, the proportion of
volunteers aged 25-64 with
university degrees rose by
4 percentage points to 39%.
2004 2007 2010
2013
Less than
6
high school
6
5
4
High school 21
diploma
20
19
21
PostSecondary
Diploma
39
41
38
36
University
Degree
35
33
38
39
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Women are slightly more likely to volunteer
than men. (45% compared to 42%)

Volunteers are increasingly older. In 2013, 39% of volunteer hours
were contributed by those 55 and older, compared with 31% in 2004.

Older Canadians volunteer less, but contribute more hours.
Information in percentages.
Source: Statistics Canada
Here are some fun facts about our wonderful country that every Canadian would find interesting…
77% of the world’s maple syrup is made in
Québec
In Saskatchewan, a
“hoodie” is called a
bunnyhug
On
Canadian
Radio,
35-50% of the
content must be
Canadian music.
In Nanaimo, Bristish
Columbia there is an
annual aquatic race that
features bathtub boats!
9.5 million of Canada’s 34.9
million people speak French.
In Sudbury Ontario, more than
a mile under the city is the
world’s deepest underground
lab, “Snolabs”
Canada is famed for inventing the
electric scooter, IMAX theatres,
and the board game, Trivial
Pursuit.
Source: http://o.canada.com/ (2013)
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Round Two of
Community Consultation
Prioritizing for our Future !
With Mary
Richardson
When: J une 2nd, 2015
Time: 7:00 PM
Where: Hôtel Gouver neur
Who: Ever yone who attended the
consultation on March 10th! And any
interested Neighbours member!
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Where: Quality Inn (Alpin
Hotel)
Source: Jessica Nesteruk
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7 Interesting Daily Life Hacks
1.
When you are running, to avoid cramps, exhale every time your left foot hits
the ground.
2.
Half a banana serves as an excellent substitute for eggs
when baking cookies. As an added bonus, it also adds an extra
yummy flavour!
3.
To amplify the sound on an iPhone or iPod, put it in a bowl. The concave shape
acts as a mini speaker and makes the sound louder.
4.
OH NO! You burnt your tongue because you were too excited
to wait until your hot chocolate cooled! No fear, a spoonful of sugar
can help heal a burnt tongue!
5.
Struggling to hide a super obvious bruise? Try soaking a cotton ball in vinegar
and applying it to the bruise. The vinegar increases the blood flow,
which helps heal the bruise faster!
6.
If you ever go to the zoo, try wearing the same color as the
employees and the animals will be more likely to come close to you.
7.
If someone presses all of the buttons on an elevator, you can avoid stopping on
every floor by repressing the buttons and pushing them twice.
Source: http://99u.com/articles/5591/100-tips-toimprove-your-life
Most popular baby names given in Québec in 2014
Girls
Boys
1. LEA (Given 575 times)
1. WILLIAM (Given 773 times)
2. EMMA (569)
2. THOMAS (733)
3. OLIVIA (508)
3. FELIX (711)
4. FLORENCE
(482)
6. ALICE (459)
5. CHLOE (472)
7. ZOE (422)
4. LIAM (695)
5. NATHAN (672)
6. JACOB (611)
7. ALEXIS (594)
8. ROSALIE (410)
8. LOGAN (593)
9. CHARLIE (386)
9. OLIVIER (582)
10. CHARLOTTE (369)
10. SAMUEL (579)
Source:http://www.coupdepouce.com/blog/2015/04/15/les-prenoms-les-plus-donnes-en-2014/mamans
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1.
Plan to plant your vegetables in a very sunny spot. Vegetables need at
least 6 hours of sunlight per day and sometimes they prefer 8.
2.
Find out if your soil is good for planting. A good fertilized soil should
have the right levels of calcium and pH and should be free of pests.
3.
Avoid planting near trees. Trees can steal important nutrients from the
vegetable plants and provide too much shade. Ideally, planting a
vegetable garden closer to your house will help
fend off small animals from eating your
vegetables.
4.
If your soil is bad, a raised garden made with non-pressure treated wood is best.
5.
Vegetables should get at least 1 inch of water per week. Avoid watering them at times of the
day with direct sunlight. Exposing them to water in direct sunlight can burn and damage the
leaves.
6.
Double check your frost dates!!! Don’t plant before the frost is guaranteed to be gone or your
plants will die!
HAPPY GARDENING!
Source:http://www.almanac.com/
Are you trying to save trees? Do
you find that you have too many
paper copies of documents?
Neighbours now has the option of receiving a
electronic copy of the newsletter
and health
bulletin via email! If you are interested in this
service, please send an email requesting an
electronic copy and the next newsletter sent out to
you will be sent via email instead!
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Source: Written by Kathryn Nemcsok
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Difference between the cost of living in 1970 to 2015.
1970
2015
New House
$23,450
$259 000,00
Average Income***
$9,400
$44,621
New Car***
$3,450
$31,252
Minimum Wage
$2.10/hour
$10.35
Movie Ticket
$1.55
$9.75
Gasoline
36 cents/gallon
$1.10/litre
Postage Stamps
6 cents
85 cents
Sugar
39 cents/5 lbs
$2.33/5 lbs
Milk
62 cents/gallon
$6.99/gallon
Coffee
$1.90/pound
$7.97/pound
Eggs
59 cents/dozen
$2.67/dozen
Bread
25 cents
$2.80
10 Free Learning Websites FOR KIDS!!
www.switcherxoo.com
Watch, listen and play games while learning about animals.
www.funbrain.com
Play games while practicing math and reading skills.
www.kidsnationalgeographic.com
Learn all about geography and fascinating animals.
www.pbskids.org
Hang out with your favorite characters all while learning.
www.reading.ecb.org
Play games that practice reading strategies.
www.starfall.com
Practice your phonics skills with these read-along stories
www.seussville.com
Read, play games, and hang out with Dr. Seuss.
www.storylineonline.net
Have some of your favorite stories read by movie stars.
www.abcya.com
Practice math and reading skills while playing fun games.
www.highlightskids.com
Read, play games and conduct cool science experiments.
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Canada Post: Community Mailboxes
The Ville de Rouyn-Noranda would like to inform all citizens of Rouyn-Noranda that mailboxes will
be built but not everyone will be affected.
The Ville de Rouyn-Noranda would also like to inform citizens that they are not responsible for the
placement of community mailboxes. This is something being done by Canada Post, not by the town.
If you have any comments or concerns you must contact Canada Post.
Source: http://www.ville.rouyn-noranda.qc.ca/fr/article/boites-postales-communautaires/
Characteristics for
new community
mailboxes
Larger individual
compartments
Outgoing mail slot
High-end manufacturing
Sturdy Locks
Bigger parcel compartments
Design ensures a higher
safety for citizens and mail
Solid Base
Source:
https://www.canadapost.ca/cpotools/apps/cmb?execution=e1s1
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NEIGHBOURS
R E G I O N A L A S S O C I A T I ON OF R OU Y N
-NORANDA
Mailing address: PO Box 2277
Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec
J9X 5A9
Location: 95 8th Street
Telephone: (819) 762-0882
Fax: (819) 762-0883
[email protected]
MISSION STATEMENT
Neighbours Regional Association of Rouyn-Noranda is a volunteerbased organization who believe in a vital future for our community.
We serve the English-speaking population of the Rouyn Noranda area
through facilitating information sharing, defending the right of access
to service in English and organizing social and cultural events.
We are committed to strengthening networks within the English and
French speaking population as well as encouraging community
development initiatives .
Objectives:
To facilitate information sharing within the ESC of Rouyn Noranda area
To strengthen networks within English-speaking and French speaking
community
To defend the rights of our members to access services in English
In partnership with:
To organize social and cultural events
To support community development initiatives
To encourage the development of leadership in the community
Up-Coming Events
Adult Aquaform
Every Tuesday at 1:00 pm at Youville Pool
Mother’s Day
Sunday, May 10th, 2015
Victoria Day
Monday, May 18th, 2015
Annual General Meeting
Tuesday May 26, 2015 at 7:00 PM