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As a step to prevent fuel-line freezing, keep your fuel tank at least half full during the winter.

This reduces the amount of condensation from building up in the fuel tank which can cause gas lines to freeze. 

Big Sisters of North Bay and District was founded in July 1975 by the North Bay Women’s Centre. In September 2007, Big Sisters was asked to assume the role of both Big Brothers and Big Sisters.

On January 31, 2008 the Big Sisters Board of Directors voted to assume this responsibility and expand to become  Big Brothers Big Sisters Of North Bay And District.                                            

PROGRAMS: Traditional match - volunteers are matched with children ages 3 1/2-16. The time commitment is 2-3 hours each week or every other week for a period of one year or more.                     

In school mentoring -  The child and volunteer spend 1 hour per week together in the child’s school during lunch break.                    

Go girls! Healthy bodies, healthy minds program- volunteers are trained to deliver school-based programs to a group of 4 children ages 11-14 years. The time commitment is 2 hours per week for seven weeks and is recommended for college and university students.                                                                        

Game on! Eat smart, play smart, live smart program- volunteers are trained to deliver school-based programs to a group of 4 children ages 11-14 years. The time commitment is 2 hours per week for seven weeks and is recommended for college and university students.                                                                 

Youth opportunities program- improve employment skills for newcomer/immigrant youth between the ages of 16-24 years. This program assists newcomer/immigrant youth to secure employment opportunities , establish career related volunteer opportunities, and improve the quality of life.                                                                                   

Camp programs -  Camp Norland, Tim Horton’s Memorial Camp and the Canadian Ecology Centre send more than 30 children are sent to camp each year.                                                                        

To become a volunteer, please visit: www.bbbsc.ca

Chewing Gum Patented Dec 28th, 1869

December 28th is Card Playing Day

Look at the Bright Side Day is Dec 21st

National Whiners Day is Dec 26th

Human Rights Day is Dec 10th

First Christmas Seals Issued, Dec 9th, 1907

12/01/1929 - Game of Bingo invented by Edwin S Lowe
12/02/1952 - 1st human birth televised to public
12/07/1926 - Gas refrigerator patented

It’s time to change to winter wiper blades

Conventional wiper blades may not be able to cut it through snowfall. Designed by a protective rubber boot to prevent clogging, winter windshield wipers feature beefed-up construction to lift the heavy snow and allow you to see your way out of the winter wonderland.

Amelia Rising Sexual Assault Centre

Women are welcome to drop by, enjoy a coffee or tea and chat with other women who attend. Drop in is held every Thursday from 1:00pm-3:00pm and every woman is welcome.

Women’s Own Resource Centre

Esprit Place Family Resource Centre and the Women’s Own Resource Centre invite you to take a carnation in honor of NATIONAL DAY OF REMEMBRANCE AND ACTION ON VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN, December 6th at 10 am to Noon
East Parry Sound: W.O.R.C., 105 Ottawa Avenue, South River
West Parry Sound: Killbear Room, 1 Beechwood Drive, Parry Sound DSSAB. Main Building.
Refreshments, inspiring stories and more information about local programs and ways to help will be available.
Kara Mitchell. Program Manager. Kara@womensownresource.org

Habitat for Humanity North Bay Blue Sky Region

The dedication for Habitat for Humanity North Bay Blue Sky Region’s newest home will take place at our newly constructed home at 800 John Street at 2:00 pm on Sun, Dec 4, 2011. The home will be dedicated to the memory of Judy Shea, a well known North Bay Lawyer and long time Habitat supporter and Volunteer. North Bay resident Kirsten Simpson and her family, are eagerly anticipating moving into their new home built with the generous support of the local community, our Habitat contractor and countless volunteers. Light refreshments will be served.

The Nipissing Women in Business Club

promotes the growth and continued success of business women through shared knowledge, networking and referral opportunities. Supporting each other by providing a venue where female professionals can meet to build relationships, inform and educate each other. Next meeting is Tuesday, December 6th, 2011 from 12-1:30pm at Best Western. 700 Lakeshore Drive. North Bay.

Big Brothers Big Sisters

Christmas Wrap Fundraiser, Northgate Shopping Centre December 1st -16th

This fundraiser earns $3,000-$4,000 for the agency each year. Bring your gifts to be wrapped by Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Bay volunteers and help the children/youth of BBBS have an enjoyable Christmas. If you have questions call 474-3041. The booth is in Tower Court near the official Christmas tree