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News Release
January 2, 2024
“What to do in Manitoba in Winter”
with Ashley Hoeppner from Travel Manitoba
2024 Kickoff for the Lieutenant Governor’s Evenings at Government House
Series of Free Public Events
Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville invites Manitobans to attend the first presentation in 2024 of a series of free public events designed to welcome Manitobans into Government House and showcase outstanding and inspiring Manitobans who, through words and deeds, continually work to make the province better for all.
The January event will feature Ashley Hoeppner from Travel Manitoba. Home is where the heart is. Discover what makes your heart beat in Manitoba. It does not matter where you are from or your age or ability, your heart needs travel. When the temperatures drop below zero, Manitoba shines. Visit Government House for a presentation about what to do in Manitoba in the winter.
The event will be held Jan. 16 at Government House. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Program begins at 7 p.m. Parking is available on both sides of the Government House driveway.
Light refreshments to follow.
Those wishing to attend must register in advance with the Office of the Lieutenant Governor by calling 204-945-2753. Guests may reserve a maximum of two seats per registration.
Please note: large bags and backpacks will not be permitted.
Registration is now open. Seating is limited. There is no cost to attend.
Please consider bringing a non-perishable food item for the Lieutenant Governor’s Sharing Hope Initiative.
Hello,
Oral health is essential to Canadians’ overall health, but oral health care can be expensive. A third of people living in Canada do not have dental insurance, and, in 2022, one in four Canadians reported avoiding visiting an oral health professional due to cost.
Poor oral health can lead to respiratory disease, diabetes complications, cardiovascular disease, stroke, cancer, pregnancy complications, life-threatening infections, and greater mortality from all causes. It can also lead to related mental health issues, reductions in quality of life, and, in extreme cases, employment challenges, social shame, nutritional issues and isolation.
As a result, Budget 2023 committed a significant investment of $13 billion over five years (starting in 2023-2024) and $4.4 billion ongoing for the Government of Canada to implement the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP).
Organizations that represent seniors, such as yourselves, play a vital role in creating awareness and helping eligible Canadians access the oral health care they need to improve both their health and their overall quality of life. As such, you are invited to attend a virtual information session on Friday, December 15, 2023, that will provide you with information about the CDCP and its roll-out and provide you with an opportunity to ask questions.
We are offering two sessions, the same information will be provided at each of the sessions, therefore you are welcome to participate in the session that is the most suitable for you.
Friday, December 15, 2023
10:00 to 11:00 a.m. (EST)
French
Link: https://hc-sc-gc-ca.zoom.us/j/61155832209
Phone number: +1 (855) 703 8985
Session ID: 611 5583 2209 Passcode: 578488
1:00 to 2:00 p.m. (EST)
English
Link: https://hc-sc-gc-ca.zoom.us/j/66335224068
Session ID: 663 3522 4068 Passcode: 454160
These sessions will be held on Zoom. Please ensure that you have downloaded the Zoom application prior to this session or join via your web browser.
Participation will be on a first come, first-served basis. That said, if you are unable to attend, future info sessions will be planned in the new year.
We hope that you will join us and that you will help us raise awareness of this unpreceded investment to make oral health care more affordable for Canadians.
Sincerely,
Marika Nadeau
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Director General, Engagement and FPT Relations, Oral Health Branch Health Canada
Health Canada
Government of Canada
Are you or your friends bored with the activities that you are doing? Do you find that your day doesn’t include enough time in the outdoors? After being retired for a number of years my wife and I were in that position and were wondering what could liven up our life. Someone mentioned the word Geocaching to me, I looked it up and wasn’t sure if that was something that we wanted to do. It seemed a bit too complicated. Go forward a couple of years and after looking into it a bit further we finally found our first Geocache. The rest, to use an old cliché, is history. Geocaching is a worldwide treasure hunt. The APP that you download to complete the hunt is free as is finding and logging the Geocache. The only drawback to this sport is that you need a computer, tablet, GPS receiver or a cell phone. An old cell phone that is not connected to any phone service will work and therefore makes the activity totally free except for the coffee or snacks that you may take along with you.
Geocaching is enjoyed by almost all ages. I have personally met Geocachers from the age of five to ninety seven years old. All were enthusiastic and enjoying themselves. Not all of the various hides are for everyone as the ninety seven year old pointed out. He didn’t feel comfortable climbing a tree to get to the Geocache, so I went back with him and he was able to sign in. Geocachers are always ready to help another and many will go out in groups to find them. Depending on what type of person you are you are able to be a solitary cacher or become a part of a group.
If you would like to find new friends there are numerous events going on all year long where you can enjoy a coffee, ice cream, food, drink, etcetera. The comradery is great. The information for the events is on the website. If you travel, winter or summer, you can find Geocaches in 189 countries and if you want to get them all and were able to get ten a day it would take you approximately 1100 years. You won’t run out anytime soon.
Gary Brown President, Manitoba Geocaching Association
Have You Ever Had A Hard Time Saying No?
Do you worry about other peoples’ comfort over your own mental health? We get it - Boundaries are hard. CMHA can help.
A healthy boundary can look like a lot of things. If a friend wants you to stay out later than you’d like and you decide instead to trust your gut and go home, that’s a healthy boundary. If your significant other has become too demanding of your time and you ask for some personal space, that, too, is a healthy boundary. Especially with the holiday season coming up, it can be tough to set boundaries with friends, family, or community. Register below to learn some invaluable skills!
Healthy Boundaries Monday, December 11th 10:00am to 11:00am Via Zoom
Register
Please click on the link below to see our programs for winter 2024.
Program Guide Winter 2024.pdf
Senior Centre Without Walls through A & O: Support Services for Older Adults offers free educational and recreational programs over the phone. The program reaches out to socially isolated older adults 55+ living in Manitoba. Individuals and groups are welcome. There is no cost to register.
We will call in all registered participants 10 minutes before programming begins. Participants will also be given a toll-free number to access programs on their own if needed (no pins or access codes required).
In our guide you will find the following topics plus a whole lot more!
Welcome to Senior Centre Without Walls!
https://www.aosupportservices.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/AO-SCWW-Volume-22-WINTER-2024-website.pdf
Archwood 55 Plus Inc is a non-profit organization serving seniors 55 plus located at 565 Guilbault Street Winnipeg, Manitoba R2J 0R2
