At this time of year many low-income families start to worry about keeping warm all winter. From the increasing cost of heating and hydro to the expense of new snowsuits and boots for all the children. This year the cost is compounded by the addition of the HST to many of these costs.

Kids In Need is a local program that can help. Registration dates are coming up soon, so if you are or know of a family that would benefit from receiving help with winter clothing please let them know to attend t...
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Community Trust Donation
by Ken MacPherson

Rev. Rita Marie Browning (left) donated $300 to North Hastings Community Trust, on behalf of the Bancroft Spiritual Centre. Accepting the cheque is Lindsay Jolly (NHCT Program Coordinator). The Trust provides emergency financial assistance and community referrals to low-income families, individuals and children.


THANKS so much to the Bancroft Spiritual Centre for their generous donation in support of this non-profit agency, we anticipate meeting to dis...
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