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Resource Centre for the Arts operates from the historic LSPU Hall (so named as it was formerly owned by the Longshoremen’s Protective Union), affectionately referred to as The Hall – which houses a 175-198 seat theatre and a bar/Second Space Performance Room, in the heart of downtown St. John’s, Newfoundland.
The Resource Centre for the Arts (RCA) aims to provide accessible, supportive and well-resourced programs and venues, with a primary focus on the creation, development, and advancement of the performing arts in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Results Canada is a global movement of passionate everyday people committed to raising our voices for a world without extreme poverty. By taking advocacy action every month, we generate the political will to improve Canada's programs and policies that give people living in poverty the health, education and opportunity they need to thrive. Our volunteers operate in their own city with other local volunteers to engage with their federal Members of Parliament.
The Royal Canadian Legion serves Veterans, including serving military and RCMP members and their families, to promote Remembrance, and to serve our community and our country.
The vision of the SPCA is to prevent animal cruelty; educate about humane treatment of animals; provide shelter and love to abandoned and abused animals; and encourage adoption to suitable homes. Through education and programming, we promote responsible pet ownership and encourage spaying and neutering, so animals receive the love and respect they deserve.
Sci-Fi on the Rock is an annual not for profit science fiction, fantasy and horror festival held in St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada.
Moving into our 13th year we are going strong with an increasing number of attendees.
Sci-Fi on the Rock is involved in our community year long and hosts and participates in many other geeky or community events.
<strong>Scouts Canada</strong> is the country's leading youth organization. For more than 100 years, we have brought a world of adventure, outdoor experience and friendship to 17 million Canadian youth.
Second Harvest is Canada's largest food rescue organization and is a global thought leader on perishable food redistribution. We operate at the intersection of hunger relief and environmental protection, tackling food loss and waste through food redistribution, research, awareness, and education, continually innovating, and collaborating to ensure a more sustainable planet. We work with thousands of food businesses from across the supply chain utilizing logistics and technology to reduce the amount of edible food going to waste, thereby diverting unnecessary greenhouse gases from entering the environment.
Shaping Generations Inc. is a Television focused Christian Discipleship Ministry founded and Directed by Rev. Dr. Simon Muwowo-BTh, BA(Hons),MA,PhD. Rev. Dr. Simon Muwowo serves as the organization's President and CEO. The mission of Shaping Generations is proclaim and share the message of God's Kingdom of peace , hope, love, Salvation and joy as revealed by Jesus Christ via Television Broadcast through the generous support of well wishers. It also publishes a Shaping Generations Christian lifestyle Magazine twice every year.It broadcasts its weekly programs in Africa, Asia and Canada.
Our vision is to connect culturally diverse school youth, foster belonging and acceptance among all school children, be relevant within the schools and province, and contribute towards an inclusive and cohesive society.
Special Olympics is composed of passionate, committed individuals from every walk of life, who recognise the value and unique gifts of people with <a title="Who can be a Special Olympics Athlete?" href="http://www.specialolympics.ca/newfoundland-and-labrador/athletes/who-can-be-special-olympics-athlete">intellectual disabilities</a>. And, who together, share the common belief of dignity, equality and opportunity for all people.
Special Olympics Newfoundland and Labrador is a non-profit organization serving individuals with an intellectual disability, with a presence across the province. We are constantly expanding to add new programs in every part of the province.
In the years since Special Olympics was brought to Newfoundland and Labrador, Special Olympics has been supported by a who’s who of outstanding leaders in the fields of sports, education, business, government and disability advocacy. They serve on the Provincial <a title="Board of Directors" href="http://www.specialolympics.ca/newfoundland-and-labrador/learn/about-special-olympics-newfoundland-labrador/board-directors">Board of Directors</a>, give financial and political support, act as spokespeople, help build awareness, and establish connections with important organizations and the government.
Under the Board’s guidance and the guidance of Special Olympics leaders, our provincial family of grass-roots volunteers, athletes, family and staff work tirelessly to ensure a quality sports experience for Special Olympics athletes and an accepting community for their families. Every day, talented volunteers and staff work to bring our sports programs to as many places as possible. We work so that we may realize Special Olympics ultimate vision: to improve the lives of people with intellectual disabilities everywhere, and, in turn, transform the lives of everyone they touch – building a better, more accepting world for all of us.
The St. John's Farmers' Market is run by a nonprofit co-operative of vendors and consumers who strive to create, maintain and support a weekly farmers' market and all that it represents. With over 100 vendors and growing, the SJFM is the ultimate farmers’ market experience for families, foodies, and everyone who’s looking for locally grown produce, specialty foods, ready-to-eat fare, arts and crafts, and so much more!
The St. John’s International CircusFest premieres September 27-30, 2018, bringing the world of circus to Atlantic Canada. Hosted by the Wonderbolt Circus, this festival will feature top national and international circus performers and troupes, and will have visibility through a multitude of workshops, outreach projects, professional development sessions and of course incredible circus shows. There is something for everyone at CircusFest!