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WOMEN COMMUNITY SERVICE [16 records]

Record 1 2017-12-28

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Religion (General)
OBS

Incorporated, 1922, ch. 79.

OBS

We are apostolic women religious consecrated by vows in the Church together to live our faith in Jesus Christ and to transmit it in evangelical simplicity, joy and hospitality giving priority to the poor of the earth. Our witness is given through prayer service and community life.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Religion (Généralités)
OBS

Loi constitutive; 1922, ch. 79.

Spanish

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Record 2 2017-03-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • Various Military Titles
  • Air Forces
OBS

Mission Statement : The Air Force Association of Canada is a national aerospace and community service organization established to : commemorate the noble achievements of the men and women who have served as members of Canada's air forces since its inception; advocate for a proficient and well-equipped air force; and, support the Royal Canadian Air Cadet program.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Appellations militaires diverses
  • Forces aériennes
OBS

En 2011, pour reconnaître le patrimoine militaire du Canada, le nom historique des trois services militaires du Canada a été réinstauré : la Marine royale canadienne (MRC), l’Armée canadienne (AC) et l’Aviation royale canadienne (ARC). C’est sous ces désignations que les Canadiens sont ressortis vainqueurs de la Seconde guerre mondiale, et qu’ils ont plus tard défendu les intérêts canadiens pendant la Guerre froide et la Guerre de Corée.

Key term(s)
  • Association des forces aériennes du Canada
  • Association de l'ARC

Spanish

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Record 3 2016-05-09

English

Subject field(s)
  • Regional and Municipal Gov. Bodies and Committees
  • Social Services and Social Work
OBS

Since 1984, [the Centre has] been serving communities in the Greater Toronto Area. As a non-profit, charitable organization, [it strives] to achieve excellence in [its] service delivery to women, newcomers to Canada, youth and other community members who trust [it] to support them in improving their economic and social well-being.

OBS

[Its mission is to] enable [members of these groups] to participate more fully in Canadian society and assist them in acquiring the skills needed to achieve self-determination and economic, social and political equality.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités de gouv. régionaux ou municipaux
  • Services sociaux et travail social

Spanish

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Record 4 2012-01-31

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Non-Canadian)
  • Religion (General)
OBS

We, the Benedictine Sisters of Mt. Angel, are women responding to the call to live in community according to the Gospel and the Rule of St. Benedict. Together we seek God in a balanced life of prayer and work, simplicity, hospitality, and service. While our vow of stability leads us to a special care for the people of the local area, we are deeply conscious of sharing the universal mission of the Church.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux non canadiens
  • Religion (Généralités)

Spanish

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Record 5 2011-08-16

English

Subject field(s)
  • Titles of Federal Government Programs (Canadian)
  • Penal Administration
OBS

The Leisure Education Program is a national program which has been developed locally by the institutions. The Leisure Education Program promotes health, wellness and nutrition. Recreational and leisure activities and involvement both with and in the community are important areas of concern for women offenders. Correctional Service Canada.

Key term(s)
  • Leisure Education Programme

French

Domaine(s)
  • Titres de programmes fédéraux (Gouvernement canadien)
  • Administration pénitentiaire
OBS

Le Programme d'initiation aux loisirs est un programme national conçu au niveau local par les établissements. Il fait la promotion de la santé, du mieux-être et de la saine alimentation. Les activités de loisirs et la participation avec et dans la collectivité sont un sujet important de préoccupation pour les délinquantes. Service correctionnel Canada.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Títulos de programas federales (Gobierno canadiense)
  • Administración penitenciaria
OBS

Del Servicio Correccional de Canadá.

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Record 6 2011-01-12

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Sociology (General)
OBS

Small local organization founded in 1976 to provide assistance, information & orientation to the Portuguese-speaking communities to ensure full participation in Canadian society & equal access to service respecting uniqueness of their culture & tradition; to develop & implement strategies that enhance use of the Organization's services; to assist the Portuguese community in integration with new social, cultural & political environment; to provide counselling & appropriate referrals as required; to facilitate & develop educational workshops on such topics as health, language, citizenship, employment & legal matters; to encourage senior, youth & women involvement in social, recreational, & volunteer programs provided by the Organization; to assess community's changing needs & the Organization's resources to meet them; to collaborate with community & social agencies with respect to needs of the Purtuguese-speaking community.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Sociologie (Généralités)

Spanish

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Record 7 2009-09-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Economic Co-operation and Development
OBS

The Unitarian Service Committee of Canada(USC Canada) is a non-profit, non-denominational, voluntary organization committed to the enhancement of human development through an international partnership of people linked in the challenge to eradicate poverty. Founded in 1945 by the late Dr Lotta Hitschmanova, USC' s early mandate was to undertake relief and reconstruction activities in war-ravaged countries in Europe. Over the years USC' s work has evolved to focus almost entirely on long-term, sustainable development programs. USC Canada currently supports programs in Nepal, Indonesia/East Timor, Bangladesh, Mali and Lesotho. USC projects are centred around a number of important development issues including food security, environment, community development, income generation for women and training and education.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Coopération et développement économiques

Spanish

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Record 8 2008-08-20

English

Subject field(s)
  • Titles of Federal Government Programs (Canadian)
  • Public Administration
OBS

The Lifeline Program is an innovative service provided in partnership with CSC, the National Parole Board and non-governmental organisations. It is a correctional concept involving convicted, but paroled, men and women serving life sentences who have been successfully reintegrated into the community for at least five years. The mission of Lifeline is to provide, through the In-Reach component and community endeavours, an opportunity to motivate inmates and to marshal resources to achieve successful, supervised, gradual reintegration into the community. In-Reach workers are recruited to help other lifers throughout their sentences by returning to institutions to help develop programs for lifers; help motivate offenders; help offenders reintegrate; and contribute to public safety.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Titres de programmes fédéraux (Gouvernement canadien)
  • Administration publique
OBS

Le programme option-Vie est un service novateur offert en partenariat par le SCC, la Commission nationale des libérations conditionnelles et des organisations non gouvernementales. Il s'agit d'un concept correctionnel qui fait participer des femmes et des hommes condamnés à perpétuité mais libérés sous condition, qui ont réussi à bien fonctionner dans la société depuis au moins cinq ans. La mission du programme Option-Vie consiste à motiver les détenues et à mobiliser des ressources en vue de la réinsertion sociale progressive sous surveillance en ayant recours aux services d'intervenant(e)s accompagnateur(trice)s et aux services communautaires. On recrute des intervenant(e)s accompagnateur(trice)s qui retournent dans l'établissement pour contribuer à l'élaboration des programmes pour les détenues condamnées à perpétuité, aider à motiver les détenues, les aider dans leur réinsertion sociale et contribuer ainsi à la sécurité du public.

Spanish

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Record 9 2006-08-22

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Honorary Distinctions
  • Sociology (General)
OBS

The Yorktown Family Services Humanitarian Award for Community Service, a prestigious award, is presented to a person whose lifetime of outstanding dedication, leadership and contributions have had a significant impact on helping to improve the lives of children, youth and women in Canada. The Award is presented to the honoree at the Yorktown Family Services Tribute Dinner Celebration – a gala event where representative from government, business and the community gather to honour the award recipient.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Titres honorifiques et décorations du secteur privé
  • Sociologie (Généralités)
Key term(s)
  • Prix d'action humanitaire des Yorktown Family Services

Spanish

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Record 10 2006-08-22

English

Subject field(s)
  • Federal Government Honorary Distinctions
  • Police
OBS

The Order of Merit of the Police Forces honours a career of exceptional service or distinctive merit displayed by the men and women of the Canadian Police Services, and recognizes their commitment to this country. The primary focus is on exceptional merit, contributions to policing and community development.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Titres honorifiques et décorations du gouvernement fédéral
  • Police
OBS

L'Ordre du mérite des corps policiers honore la carrière de service méritoire exemplaire et le leadership évident d'hommes et de femmes des services de police canadiens et rend hommage à leur engagement envers le pays. La décoration met avant tout l'accent sur le mérite exceptionnel, la contribution aux services de police et le développement communautaire.

Spanish

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Record 11 2005-11-03

English

Subject field(s)
  • Provincial Government Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Drugs and Drug Addiction
OBS

Addiction Services of Thames Valley is a community based service, funded by the Provincial Ministry of Health, MOHLTC. Our agency operates in co-operation with local addiction agencies, the Centre for Addiction & Mental Health, the Thames Valley District Health Council, and many other community services. We provide early intervention to persons who are concerned about substance use and/or problem gambling; assess individuals in Elgin, Oxford and Middlesex Counties who have an alcohol and/or drug related problem or problem gambling; develop treatment plans for clients and assist with referrals to provide community treatment & aftercare; provide consultation to employers, families, professionals and others concerned about alcohol use, drug use or problem gambling; participate in the development of the addiction system; our assessment forms the basis for a comprehensive treatment plan, referrals to appropriate treatment services and aftercare subsequent to treatment; provide the Back on Track program for convicted impaired drivers in Elgin, Middlesex and Oxford counties; assist pregnant and Parenting women who are substance-involved in a new program called "Heartspace". This program focuses on both the needs of the woman and the child in an all female environment. Heartspace is fully funded and is open to receive referrals.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités de gouvernements provinciaux canadiens
  • Drogues et toxicomanie

Spanish

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Record 12 2000-09-11

English

Subject field(s)
  • Titles of Monographs
  • Drugs and Drug Addiction
OBS

Health Canada, document which was developed to provide guidance for rural women and service providers on community development, 1996, 49 pages.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Titres de monographies
  • Drogues et toxicomanie
OBS

Santé Canada, élaboration du document, en vue de guider les femmes des régions rurales et les dispensateurs de services dans leurs initiatives de développement communautaire, 1996.

Spanish

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Record 13 1999-10-05

English

Subject field(s)
  • Various Proper Names
  • Philosophy (General)
OBS

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is a restoration of the ancient practice of initiation into the church : a process of discerning and ritualizing stages of conversion leading to sacramental initiation. It is our way of responding to people who come to us with their questions-What is the Catholic faith? What do you believe? What do you do? Why do you do it? It is the parish community through its witness, worship, service and catechesis that offers the invitation and support necessary for men and women to be initiated into the church.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Appellations diverses
  • Philosophie (Généralités)
Key term(s)
  • Rituel d'initiation chrétienne pour les adultes

Spanish

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Record 14 1998-10-20

English

Subject field(s)
  • Non-Gov. Provincial Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Social Services and Social Work
OBS

The objective of this organization, which is established in Truro, Nova Scotia, is to provide women with opportunities to improve their lives through community service and involvement, education and leadership development.

Key term(s)
  • Nova Scotia Women's Institutes

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités provinciaux non gouv. canadiens
  • Services sociaux et travail social
OBS

Organisme établi à Truro (Nouvelle-Écosse).

Spanish

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Record 15 1995-02-01

English

Subject field(s)
  • Titles of Programs and Courses
OBS

TRANSECURE stands for public transit employees helping to make our community a safe place to live. It means the OC Transpo buses are a safe haven for children or adults in distress. More than 2000 men and women work for OC Transpo(Ottawa). They not only provide bus service to Ottawa-Carleton-they are the eyes and ears of our community

French

Domaine(s)
  • Titres de programmes et de cours
OBS

TRANSECURE, c'est essentiellement les employés du transport en commun qui aident à faire de notre collectivité un lieu où l'on peut vivre en toute sécurité. Cela signifie que les autobus d'OC Transpo constituent un lieu où peuvent trouver refuge les enfants ou les adultes en difficulté. Plus de 2000 hommes et femmes travaillent pour le compte d'OC Transpo (Ottawa). Non seulement fournissent-ils le service d'autobus, ils sont "les yeux et les oreilles" de notre collectivité.

Spanish

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Record 16 1980-01-24

English

Subject field(s)
  • Physical Education, Coaching and Sport Psychology
CONT

Outward bound. Operates 7 schools in the U. S. to help men and women discover and extend their own resources and abilities by confronting them with a series of increasingly difficult challenges in a wilderness setting.... Each school offers 5-26 day courses which include physical conditioning, technical training, team training, expeditions and community service to foster the educational development of the total human being. Technical emphasis is in such areas as mountain and rock climbing, canoeing, sailing, river rafting, life saving... search and rescue and fire-fighting.

CONT

Founded in Wales in 1941 by Dr. Kurt Hahn to develop both the will and the skill to survive in young seamen who were "outward bound" to the sea and to life. Outward Bound schools now operate in Canada, England, Scotland ....

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éducation physique, entraînement des athlètes et psychologie du sport
CONT

(...) les forces françaises ont leur propre école du "dépassement de soi-même" (...)

OBS

Cette justification a été tirée de la revue de la défense nationale (France).

Spanish

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