Lakehead Social Planning Council

11/04/2026

Thank you, Jill Dunlop, for visiting Lakehead Social Planning Council and our 211 Ontario North (Thunder Bay) team yesterday! It was a pleasure welcoming you and sharing more about the important work our team does to support communities across Ontario. We appreciate your recognition and continued support! 💙

11/02/2026

Get more out of 2027 with Affordable Access to Recreation & Transit!

Eligible residents can receive $350 in Recreation Credits to use for:
✅ City swimming pools & fitness classes
✅ City cultural & arts programs
✅ Facility passes, rentals & more!

Plus, enjoy 50% off Adult Monthly Bus Passes — helping you stay active and connected all year long.

Apply today 🔗 https://www.lspc.ca/affordable-access

10/29/2026

10/28/2026

More ways to get active, get around and connect with your community.

Applications for 2027 financial support through the Affordable Access Program open November 1.

Eligible Thunder Bay residents can receive:
✅ $350 in City recreation credits in PerfectMind
✅ 50% off Adult Monthly Bus Passes

Learn more and check eligibility 🔗https://www.lspc.ca/affordable-access

10/19/2026

Winter is coming, and housing concerns can become more urgent as temperatures drop.

If you’re worried about housing or need help finding shelter or other supports, reaching out early can help.

Not sure where to start? Start with 211.

📞 Dial 2-1-1, 💬 chat online, or 🌐 visit www.211north.ca



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L'hiver approche, et les préoccupations liées au logement peuvent devenir plus pressantes à mesure que les températures baissent.

Si vous avez des inquiétudes concernant votre logement ou si vous avez besoin d’aide à trouver de l’hébergement ou d’autres formes de soutiens, n'hésitez pas à demander de l'aide dès que possible.

Pas sûr par où commencer? Commencez avec 211. 📞Composez le 2-1-1, 💬 clavardez, ou 🌐 visitez www.211north.ca

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10/16/2026

Everyone should have access to enough nutritious food.

On World Food Day, we’re recognizing the organizations and people working to make that possible in communities across Ontario. If you’re having trouble affording food, 211 can help you find food programs and other supports near you.

📞 Dial 2-1-1 | 💬 Chat online | 🌐 Visit on www.211north.ca



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Tout le monde devrait avoir accès à une alimentation saine.

Lors de la Journée mondiale de l’alimentation, nous honorons les organisations et les personnes qui œuvrent pour que cela soit possible dans les communautés à travers l’Ontario. Si vous avez de la difficulté à vous procurer de la nourriture, 211 peut vous aider à trouver des programmes alimentaires et d’autres formes de soutien près de chez vous.

📞Composez le 2-1-1 |💬 clavardez |🌐 visitez on www.211north.ca

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10/12/2026

🍂 Happy Thanksgiving from LSPC Family! 🧡

This Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for our community, the people who support one another, and everyone who makes Thunder Bay a caring place to call home.

Wishing you and your loved ones a wonderful Thanksgiving filled with warmth, happiness, and gratitude!

10/10/2026

No one should have to navigate mental health challenges alone.

On World Mental Health Day, we’re reminding Ontarians that asking for help is a sign of strength and knowing where to turn can make that first step easier.

211 helps people find mental health and community supports across Ontario.

📞 Dial 2-1-1, 💬 chat online, or 🌐 visit on www.211north.ca


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Personne ne devrait avoir à naviguer les défis liés à la santé mentale seul.
Lors de la Journée mondiale de la santé mentale, nous rappelons aux Ontariens et Ontariennes que demander pour de l’aide est un signe de force, et savoir vers où se tourner peut rendre la première étape plus facile.

211 aide les gens à trouver des soutiens communautaires et de santé mentale à travers l’Ontario.

📞Composez le 2-1-1, 💬 clavardez, ou visitez on www.211north.ca

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10/08/2026

📢 𝗪𝗲’𝗿𝗲 𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴!
Are you passionate about helping people and connecting them with the support they need? 💙 Join LSPC’s 211 North team as a Community Resource Navigator and make a meaningful difference in our community.

✨ 35 hours/week | $25/hour | 1-year temporary full-time contract

We’re looking for someone with strong communication, active listening and problem-solving skills who enjoys working with people and learning about community resources.

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 – Submit your resume and cover letter to: [email protected]

Visit our website to learn more - https://www.lspc.ca/who-we-are/employment/

10/07/2026

October is Women’s History Month in Canada.

We’re celebrating the women who make a difference every day in communities across Ontario: as leaders, neighbours, caregivers, volunteers and so much more.
We’re also grateful for the community organizations working every day to support women across the province.

🌐 Visit on www.211north.ca



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L’octobre c’est le Mois de l’histoire des femmes au Canada.

Nous célébrons les femmes qui font une différence dans les communautés à tous les jours à travers l’Ontario : en tant que leaders, voisines, aidantes, bénévoles et plus encore.

Nous sommes aussi reconnaissant·es pour les organisations communautaires qui travaillent quotidiennement pour soutenir les femmes à travers la province.

🌐 Visitez on www.211north.ca

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