Haldimand-Norfolk REACH

06/08/2026

The Tim Hortons Smile Cookie campaign has wrapped up, and what an incredible impact it has made in our community!

Thanks to the generosity of our community, $28,088 was raised through three Caledonia Tim Hortons locations to support eight student nutrition programs across Caledonia and surrounding areas. An additional $22,492 was raised at the Cayuga Tim Hortons location, supporting four schools in Cayuga and the surrounding area.

Students and school staff are sincerely grateful for the continued support of local Tim Hortons owners, employees, and everyone who purchased a Smile Cookie. Your kindness helps ensure every student has access to healthy food—making a meaningful difference each and every day.

Thank you for helping our students thrive!

06/05/2026

Are you pregnant, or a new parent and would like support to help you reduce your smoking or even to quit smoking? If you are under 25, the Young Parents Program Outreach Worker can meet with you and help you set and meet your quit goals.

You can find more information on our website using the link below.
https://www.hnreach.on.ca/services/parents-caregivers/young-parents-program/

Or contact Kim 519-587-2441 x402
[email protected]

06/02/2026

06/01/2026

Design, build and fly your own kite!
For ages 7-11
June 17th 6-7 pm

contact Nancy 519-587-2441 x 283
[email protected]

05/30/2026

Turn IT UP! Can you identify the sounds of the habitat?

Join us for the next Healthy Habitats ~ Healthy Minds program. Youth ages 7–11 and their caregivers can participate in an interactive outdoor session focused on environmental stewardship, wildlife education, and mental wellness skill-building. Participants will explore local ecosystems, learn about wildlife such as turtles, and engage in activities that foster mindfulness, empathy, and resilience.

Dates: Saturdays – June 20, July 11, August 15, 2026
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (Rain or Shine)
Location: 101A Nanticoke Creek Parkway, Townsend
Cost: FREE

Registration is required, and space is limited.

Call 519-587-2441 ext. 283 or email [email protected]

05/29/2026

Are you pregnant or a new parent and feeling stressed out? Are you wondering why it’s so difficult to communicate with your partner, family, or friends? Does it seem like those relationships have changed?

If you are under 25, the Young Parents Program can support you while you are trying to figure those things out. Contact Laurie today: 519-597-2441 x403
[email protected]

05/29/2026

Jarvis is the place to be on Saturday, May 30th.

Haldimand-Norfolk PRIDE Day is celebrated from 12-4 pm at the Jarvis Community Centre.

Fun for everyone of all ages: food, music, vendors market and a family zone.

05/27/2026

We’d like to extend a heartfelt thank you to FirstOntario Credit Union for your continued financial support and commitment to student nutrition programs. This year, FirstOntario funding has allowed for the purchase of nutritious meals and snacks for over 7,000 students across 34 student nutrition programs in Haldimand and Norfolk. 💙

We’d also like to recognize and thank the incredible Blue Wave Volunteers for their dedication, time, and energy. Your efforts truly make a difference and help bring our community together. 🙌

Your generosity, partnership, and volunteer spirit help us create opportunities, strengthen connections, and build a brighter future for the students we serve.
We’re truly grateful to have you alongside us — thank you for making such a meaningful impact!

05/27/2026

OurChild and Youth Mental Health Services is excited to share free evidence-based digital mental health tools tailored specifically for children and youth. Also known as Mini Mental Health Activities, each self-guided “single-session digital intervention” is designed as a standalone experience. In less than 10 minutes, youth walk away with a concrete lesson, skill, or plan to make a difference for their mental health.

The innovative project called ‘Project Yes’ (Youth Empowerment & Support) emerged from a collaboration between Northwestern University’s Lab for Scalable Mental Health and Koko, a youth mental health nonprofit. It offers a library of evidence-based digital single-session interventions that have been tested with thousands of adolescents, consistently showing effectiveness in reducing mild-to-moderate depression and anxiety symptoms. The platform has proven successful across diverse populations, including youth in rural communities, which makes it a great fit for Haldimand and Norfolk youth.

Check out all eight MMHA’s here: www.reachoutyouth.ca/digital

05/25/2026

Have you recently had a baby and are not sure what all those different cries mean, or wondering if your baby’s development is on track? Maybe you just don’t know what to expect from your baby…what’s okay and what’s not okay.

If you are under the age of 25, the Young Parents Program can provide support while both you and your baby are adjusting to this big life change.

For more information call or email Laurie Giancola and leave your name and number so that she can get back to you.
[email protected] 519-587-2441 x403