A women's organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for children, youth and those in need, through education, social service and citizenship programs
The organization was established in response to the Signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador and the Government of Ireland in 1996. The IBP has a mandate to identify, foster and promote trade and partnership opportunities in business, education and culture between Newfoundland & Labrador and Ireland.
Iris Kirby House is a shelter for women, with or without children, who are experiencing current or recent relationship abuse. The shelter is comprised of 2 locations: Iris Kirby House in St. John's which consists of a 22 bed facility, and O'Shaughnessy House in Carbonear which maintains a 15 bed facility.
9 month pre-employment program which typically runs from September to June. This program is the only accredited Ironworker program currently in the province and follows the Provincial Plan of Training. The Ironworker Generalist Program offers the student both theory and practical exposure to all aspects of the Ironworker trade including structural erection and dismantling, reinforcing, post-tensioning, rigging, and cranes just to name a few. Individuals interested in applying for the program may do so by contacting our training center office or by hitting the following link and applying online. (LINK FOR 9 MONTH TRAINING) Participants who are accepted into the program may be funded through HRDC, Provincial student loan or self-pay. All successful students will be eligible to participate in their block training after accumulating the required amount of hours required for that level of training. Upon successful completion of all block level training the student is then eligible to write their certification exam or Red Seal.
The J.R. Smallwood Foundation for Newfoundland and Labrador Studies was established with funds transferred in trust from the J.R. Smallwood Heritage Foundation. It administers the income from such funds for the support of projects that contribute substantively to the knowledge of Newfoundland and Labrador.
We help business and consumer debtors with debt solutions tailored to their specific circumstances. Our advice is timely and professional and delivered through our seven offices across the province.
Children's Health and Rehabilitation Centre in St. John's, Newfoundland. Services include Dialysis, Lab Services, Diagnostic Imaging, X-ray, Surgery, Outpatient Clinics, ER & Inpatient Services
The Janeway Childrens Hospital Foundation is a registered Canadian charitable organization created to raise funds to benefit the health care of Newfoundland and Labradors most precious resource our children.
The Jewish Community Havura was created early in 2006 with the hope that it will be a vibrant and inclusive Jewish community organization which is open to all. We seek to provide egalitarian Jewish religious services where liturgy is continually evolving, and where all Jews are invited and encouraged to play an active role in designing and leading services. And to provide Jewish cultural, social, and outreach activities for all who are interested; To provide Jewish educational opportunities for all adults and children who seek Jewish learning. And to provide Jewish Shabbat, holiday, cultural and social opportunities for students at Memorial University of Newfoundland and local colleges.
The Jimmy Pratt Foundation is proud to be one of seven charitable Foundations behind the development and release of Early Years Study 3. This third edition of the Early Years Study documents the social, economic and scientific rationale for investing in early childhood education.
The C-STEP Program offers intensive rehabilitative services to offenders and ex-offenders in the community. These services are offered through individual counseling and group interventions. A range of programs are offered covering two major areas: cognitive restructuring and employability skill development.
Howard House is a community residential centre for adult male offenders on day parole, full parole, statutory release, a temporary release, or a probation order. It accepts referrals from Correctional Service of Canada and the Provincial Department of Justice. The process of community re-integration is fostered by providing residents with assistance in budgeting, housing, and employment searches.
The John Howard Society is a voluntary, non-profit agency that provides counseling, residential, employment and related services to adult and youth ex-offenders.
The Museum occupies a stone building, constructed in 1820 and first owned by Charles Cozens, the town's largest landowner at the time. As much of the original materials were used as possible. The Society maintains and displays artifacts and archival photographs explaining the history of Brigus. Open from June 1 to Labor Day, admission is $1.00