Non-Profit Organization Directory

OceansAdvance Inc. was formally established in 2005. With a mission to foster and promote the growth and development of the ocean technology cluster in Newfoundland and Labrador by aligning industry, academia, research and government. OceansAdvance is governed by a Board of Directors whose members come largely from the private sector.

Community

St. John's

Region

Avalon Peninsula

Category

Education/training/employment

No description available.

Community

St. John's

Region

Avalon Peninsula

Category

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No description available.

Community

Carbonear

Region

Avalon Peninsula

Category

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One Ocean shall be the medium for information exchange regarding industry operational activities between the fishing and petroleum industries in Newfoundland and Labrador, and as an information entity, will initiate research and industry specific activities to meet industry challenges, as well as promote cooperation, transparency and information dissemination between these industry sectors.

Community

St. John's

Region

Avalon Peninsula

Category

Environment

The Blackhead One Room School and Church Museum was established to preserve and interpret the cultural history of the community of Blackhead. The museum is governed by the Chapel Restoration Committee Blackhead, Cape Spear Inc. The museum collects, interprets, and records historical information and artifacts relating to Blackhead, and preserves the built history of the community. It provides interpretation through exhibits and displays, online information, and tours. The museum serves current residents and descendants of Blackhead, as well as tourists and all people who share an interest in cultural heritage.

Community

St. John's

Region

Avalon Peninsula

Category

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The mandate of Opera on the Avalon is to provide emerging operatic artists from around the world with the opportunity to perform and develop under the guidance of some of the most distinguished operatic artists working in the art form today.

Community

St. John's

Region

Avalon Peninsula

Category

Arts and culture

We provide the necessary training to pursue a career in the heavy equipment, crane and hoisting industries. We also provide upgrading and specialized client education programs

Community

Salmonier Line, Holyrood

Region

Avalon Peninsula

Category

Education/training/employment

The International Union of Operating Engineers (I.U.O.E.) Local 904 is an organization that boasts a proud work history, representing a membership of approximately 1,400 people in the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador. The I.U.O.E. Local 904 offers highly-trained and multi-skilled people within its trades and occupations. Our members excel in the operation of heavy construction equipment, maintenance and repair for all types of construction work.

Community

Mount Pearl

Region

Avalon Peninsula

Category

Business/professionals/industry

No description available.

Community

New Perlican

Region

Avalon Peninsula

Category

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Ordinary Spokes is a collective of volunteers that runs a community-oriented bicycle repair shop and cyclist resource centre to promote cycling as a means of transportation in St. Johns, NL.

Community

St. John's

Region

Avalon Peninsula

Category

Recreation/sports

Our Art Gallery is a celebration of refugee and immigrant artists in our community, as part of RIACs ongoing support and outreach projects in the St. Johns community. Artists currently showcased include Amar Salman, Juan Fernando, Barbara Burnaby, Samaneh Salehian, Heather Reeves and many more.

Community

St. John's

Region

Avalon Peninsula

Category

Arts and culture

No description available.

Community

St. John's

Region

Avalon Peninsula

Category

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As the church instituted by Jesus Christ, Our Lady of Angels Roman Catholic Parish believe that the Eucharist, both the banquet at which we are fed and the sacrifice by which we are saved, is the essence of our belief. We pledge to be good stewards of the gifts that God has given us and joyfully give of our time and talent to others. We proclaim Catholic faith development as a lifelong process achieved through family, liturgy, community and education.

Community

Placentia

Region

Avalon Peninsula

Category

Religious organizations and churches

Ovarian Cancer Canada is a registered Canadian charitable organization whose mission is to overcome ovarian cancer

Community

St. John's

Region

Avalon Peninsula

Category

Health services

The Youth Impact Centre is a Christian organization that seeks to serve the needs of youth in our community by providing them with a sense of belonging and purpose, in a safe environment; equipping them for life's journey.We are a non-profit, charitable organization, building relationships with youth through various activities and programs. We also partner with various organizations to strive to encourage healthy choices for youth, 12-18.

Community

Placentia

Region

Avalon Peninsula

Category

Family/child care/youth

KNL is organized as a club to promote the sport and recreation of kayaking in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Community

St. John's

Region

Avalon Peninsula

Category

Recreation/sports

Pagoda Projects is a small organization committed to bringing the arts to the rural communities of Newfoundlands Southern Shore. It was incorporated as a not for profit in 2005 by Nicola Hawkins and Andy Perlis when they moved from city living to a rural life in Newfoundland. Pagoda Projects activities include arts events, arts workshops and yoga classes. Many of the activities are held in the old out port Church of Admirals Cove which doubles as residence for Nicola and Andy.

Community

Cape Broyle

Region

Avalon Peninsula

Category

Religious organizations and churches

The Newfoundland and Labrador Palliative Care Association (NLPCA) strives to provide leadership in palliative care in Newfoundland and Labrador. We advocate for holistic palliative care, which includes physical, psychological, social, spiritual and practical support to enhance the quality of life.

Community

St. John's

Region

Avalon Peninsula

Category

Health services

The Mission Statement of the Newfoundland & Labrador Palliative Care Association is to provide leadership in pursuit of excellence in the care of people approaching death so that burdens of suffering, loneliness and grief are lessened

Community

St. John's

Region

Avalon Peninsula

Category

Health services

Paradise Elementary is a K-6 school in the town of Paradise, NL. We have a student population of 646.

Community

Paradise

Region

Avalon Peninsula

Category

Education/training/employment

The Paramedic Association of Canada (PAC) is a voluntary professional organization of paramedicine practitioners. The PACs mission is to advance the profession throughout Canada. The PAC will also promote collegiality and advocate for the professional interests of paramedic practitioners.

Community

Conception Bay South

Region

Avalon Peninsula

Category

Emergency/crisis service

Morris Academy is located in Mount Pearl, Newfoundland. It has a grade configuration of kindergarten to grade four and is one of the 126 schools under the jurisdiction of the Eastern School District. Morris Academy has a current population of approximately 305 students, 24 teachers and 10 support staff.

Community

Mount Pearl

Region

Avalon Peninsula

Category

Education/training/employment

PFLAG promotes the health and well-being of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender persons, their families and friends through: support, to cope with an adverse society; education, to enlighten an ill-informed public; and advocacy, to end discrimination and to secure equal civil rights.

Community

St. John's

Region

Avalon Peninsula

Category

Health services

Roman Catholic Archdiocese Church offering services to the community members of St. Bride's, Newfoundland.

Community

St. Bride's

Region

Avalon Peninsula

Category

Religious organizations and churches