Event Calendar        

(Mental Health & Addiction)      for the area of greater Moncton, NB, Canada

 

Note:  The content of this Event Calendar mainly depends on what information is forwarded to me by individuals.

For any errors, omissions, events, new programs, suggestions, electronic update, etc, please contact Robert Boulter by E-mail:  rboulter@nb.sympatico.ca

 

May 5, 2024                  Run For Women Moncton

The Run for Women Moncton is in support of the “Little Courageous” which will be the second -trauma-informed daycare in North America-the first of its kind in New Brunswick. This daycare is located at the Centre Courage Centre operated by the Beausejour Family Crisis Resource Centre Inc.

Virtual:               5K/10K Walk/Run & 1K Little Steps

In-Person:          5K Walk/Run, 10K Run & 1K Little Steps

Sponsor:             Shoppers Drug Mart

Location:            Centennial Park, Moncton, NB

Register here:    https://www.runforwomen.ca/Cities/Moncton.aspx

Contact:             infomoncton@runforwomen.ca

 

May 9, 2024                   Youth Mental Health Symposium      Moncton

Support Youth in Navigating a Digital World.  The Symposium is a public Free Event.

Time:                  6 – 7 pm     Booths and Community Resources

                            7 – 8 pm     Parent Session;     “Supporting Youth in Navigating a Digital World”

                                                Student Session:   An opportunity for students from the Anglophone East School District to connect, network, and

                                                showcase their hard work in addressing mental health challenges.

Questions:         E-mail         Jessiebrown@nbed.nb.ca

Location:           Harrison Trimble High School, 80 Echo Drive, Moncton, NB

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May 11, 2024                 Art Exhibition & Sale

This annual event is a great celebration of mental health that offers dozens of people with a mental disorder the opportunity to realize their dream of participating in an exhibition of their work. It is an opportunity for many to come out of isolation, socialize and value themselves around a passion. It is an inspiration for inclusion and respect.

Sponsor :            A Beacon in the Night

Time:                  10 am – 4 pm

Location:            Dieppe Arts and Culture Centre, Dieppe, NB
 

May 13, 2024                 Teens and Drugs – Talking to them about substance abuse

On-Line via Zoom   Webinar       New Brunswick     English only

We will explore key topics, including:

•   Recognizing the Early Warning Signs of Substance Use

•   Understanding Current Drug Trends Among Teens

•   Your Crucial Role as a Parent in Substance Use Prevention

•   The Impact of Social Media on Your Teen

Join us, learn from our experts and get answers to your questions in real time.

By:                      Portage Atlantic      E-mail:   info_adoatl@portage.ca

Details:               https://www.facebook.com/PortageAtlantic

Time:                  6:00 pm

Register:            https://ca01web.zoom.us/.../reg.../WN_DhTP1jasRJGolweJOvJBzw

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May 24, 2024                World Schizophrenia Awareness Day

https://nationaltoday.com/world-schizophrenia-day/

 

May 26, 2024                A Beacon in the Night – Auditions    9th Edition

Auditions for music, dance, poetry, slam, chant numbers. Let us know your interest at E-mail:  pharenuit@gmail.com
Deadline to Register:  Apr 30, 2024
Sponsor:             A Beacon in the Night
Time:                  10 am – 4 pm
Location:            Empress (behind the Capital Theatre), Moncton, NB
 

Jun 21, 2024                 National Indigenous People’s Day

https://www.statcan.gc.ca/o1/en/plus/1207-national-indigenous-peoples-day

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Sep 30, 2024                 National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/campaigns/national-day-truth-reconciliation.html

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Sep 30, 2024                 Recovery Day in Canada

https://anydayguide.com/calendar/3352

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Oct 5, 2024                   A Beacon in the Night – Show     Bathurst

Details:             (not yet available)     https://www.facebook.com/unpharedanslanuit/          pharenuit@gmail.com

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Oct 12, 2024                  A Beacon in the Night – Show    Campbellton

Details:             (not yet available)     https://www.facebook.com/unpharedanslanuit/          pharenuit@gmail.com

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Oct 29, 2024                  A Beacon in the Night – Show    Moncton   9th Edition

Details:             (not yet available)     https://www.facebook.com/unpharedanslanuit/          pharenuit@gmail.com

Location:           Capital Theatre, 811 Main St, Moncton, NB

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On-going Regular Events

 

2024                              The Compassionate Friends of Southeastern New Brunswick

Self-help group for bereaved parents of all ages who have experienced the death of a child. We Need Not Walk Alone!

Details:             Provide in-person meetings upon request.

                          https://tcfcanada.net/chapters/new-brunswick/    E-mail:  Moncton@TCFCanada.net

Location:          Moncton Area, NB

Contact:            Janice    506-232-1950  or  Paulette    506-204-8919   

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2024                              Drop-in Grief Support Group

By:                     Hospice Southeast New Brunswick

Details:             https://hospicesenb.ca/   Community Calendar

Time:                6:30 pm – 8:00 pm            Meetings on 1st Thursday of month

Location:          Lions Club, 156 Pleasant St, Moncton, NB

Contact:           506-797-0011       E-Mail:  info@hospicesenb.ca

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On-going Programs

 

Well Central       Mental Health Courses

2024    On-Line          Canada

Welcome to Well Central, the Virtual Recovery College for those seeking better mental health, well-being and support in recovery.

Designed to support you on your personal path, Well Central’s Virtual Recovery College is a self-directed, web-based online channel with free interactive courses that empower individuals to take control of their recovery and well-being.

Courses:          Well-being Course;   Recovery 101;   Overcoming Loneliness and Isolation;   Developing Self Compassion

Details:           https://wellcentral.ca/

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Empowering Families Affected by Psychosis

2024    On-Line         Canada

This course is for people who have a friend, relative or loved one with psychosis.

By:                   camh - Centre for Addiction and Mental Health

Link:               Course: Empowering families affected by psychosis (camhx.ca)

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Empowering Families Affected by Substance Use Problems

2024    On-Line        Canada

This course is for people who have a friend, relative or loved one with a substance use problem.

By:                  camh - Centre for Addiction and Mental Health

Link:              Course: Empowering families affected by substance use (camhx.ca)

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Love Another Way

2024    On-Line        Canada

This is a workshop that may be of help to some parents or grandparents of addicts. Why the Mom Code is the opposite of what our children need. How to actually set effective boundaries (and why most don’t work). The only reason our children will ever seek change. How we should support our children with compassion and love right now.

Link to Register:     https://livewellandfully.com/3-secrets-fb64-2/

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