All are invited and encouraged to attend a vigil on the evening of December 7th, 2023 to commemorate the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. This event is taking place at the Makoons Centre at Roseau River Anishinaabe First Nation (Ginew). The event begins at 6:00pm. Snacks and refreshments will be provided. This event has been co-organised...
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FREE Family Carnival at MCI – December 2nd
You are invited to a FREE family carnival at MCI, Gretna (466 Mary Street)! There is NO ADMISSION for the event – it’s free! There will be beverage and snack concession items for purchase (priced between $2-$5, cash only) throughout the event. Proceeds go towards supporting MCI students’ experience. Schedule:1:00 PM – The Grinch in...
Job Opportunity – The Gardens on Tenth
DO YOU ENJOY COOKING? If yes, we have a position for you! The Gardens on Tenth is a non-profit organization that provides housing, meals, activities, support, and other services to seniors. JOB SUMMARY: Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food. Wash and peel fresh fruits and vegetables. Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients....
Rustic Oracle Movie Screening
Steps Toward Reconciliation is partnering with Genesis House and The Community Exchange in Altona to show Rustic Oracle, a fictitious full-length film addressing the very real issue of missing and murdered Indigenous women in Canada. The film was directed by Sonia Boileau and released in 2019. You can watch the official trailer here: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8390134/. If you are...
The Tin Woman – Cottonwood Community Drama
Cottonwood Community Drama presents, The Tin Woman. November 23-25, 7:30 pm at the Buhler Hall in Gretna. Tickets on sale soon at www.mciblues.net Reeling in the wake of an unexpected heart transplant, Joy finds herself drawn to contact the donor’s family. A tempestuous meeting ensues resulting in a roller coaster of tears, laughter, and healing. ...
Volunteers Needed!
Looking for a way to help out in the community? There are many ways to get involved! English Cafe Moving Help Drivers Drop-In at TCE Muffin Monday And more! Contact Kayla for more information: kayla@seedschurch.ca
Share the Warmth
Share the Warmth is an opportunity to gather outdoor winter gear so we can all stay warm this winter. The collection has begun for this upcoming winter season. If you have gently used items to donate, please bring them to The Community Exchange, 116 Main Street, Altona, Monday-Fridays, 9:00am-4:00pm Gently used coats, ski pants, boots,...
MCI Soup & Pie
November 3rd – MCI’s Soup & Pie and Fall Concert! Come for soup, buns and pie from 5:30-7:00 in the gymnasium, and stay for our fall concert, What Wonderous Love is This, at 7:30 in Buhler Hall with performances by MCI’s students. Meal is by donation. We look forward to seeing you there!
Muffin Mondays Volunteers
The Community Exchange is looking for volunteers to help bake and serve muffins on Muffin Mondays. If you are interested, please contact Joan Funk: joanfunk0@gmail.com Drop in to TCE for free, fresh muffins and coffee every Monday morning. Open to everyone!
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Walk – September 30th
Our friends at Roseau Valley School and in Roseau River Anishinaabe First Nation are hosting their third annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Walk on Saturday, September 30th at 10am! Details are in the graphic below. Additional Information: RCMP, MENPS, & RM of Franklin Fire Department have been invitedto escort RRAFN walkers will be...









