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Local Information Sources

A shout-out to everyone who is working to keep people informed during this uncomfortable time.

Renfrew County and District Health Unit has links to the self-assessment tool, information about self-isolating, information for businesses and more.

Madawaska Valley Current has extensive information about what is happening and how to access services you may need.

The Wilno Community Billboard and Whats up in the Madawaska Valley Area are posting local updates.

The Eganville Leader and Moose FM have lots of local info.

Google, of course. Many businesses and organizations are updating their websites to let you know what their current situation.

Facebook, also of course. Many businesses and organizations post their latest information there.


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Bernadette McCann House

If you, or someone you know, is experiencing abuse, call the

24-hour Crisis Support Line

613-732-3131
1-800-267-4930
or text 613-639-1233

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Killaloe Area Food Bank
Tue Oct 17 2023
12 North St, Killaloe
Every 2nd Tues
3 - 5 pm

Open every second Tuesday

At the back of 12 North, beside Buried Treasure

Please Support your Food Bank

Non-perishable food items can be dropped of at the Killaloe Hardware Store

Money donations can be mailed to
Killaloe Area Food Bank
C/O P.O. Box 162
Killaloe Ontario K0J2A0.

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Madawaska Valley Food Bank
2nd Tue, 4th Tue
** Moved **
8 Martin Street, Barry's Bay
9:30 - 11:30 am

Provides temporary food relief to individuals and families in Barry’s Bay, Combermere, Wilno, Palmer Rapids, Madawaska and Whitney areas. The area defined by the 756, 758 & 637 telephone exchanges

Open 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month
1st and 3rd Tuesday in November & December
Please arrive no earlier than 8:30 am.

Cars will be directed to line up along the opposite side of Martin Street, facing Main Street.
Pre-packed boxes of food will be placed into your vehicle or cart upon arriving at the front of the Food Bank.

DONATIONS:
E-mail transfers: mvfoodbank@gmail.com (Preferred)
Mail: Box 161, Barry’s Bay, Ont. K0J 1B0

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Eganville Food Bank
3rd Wed, 4th Wed
9 am - 12 noon

Open 3rd & 4th Wed of every month

9 am - 12 noon

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Eganville Clothing Bank

Eganville's Chic Boutique

Open Monday to Friday ~ 11 am to 3 pm
First Saturday of the month ~ 11 am to 3 pm

Fabulous fashions, footwear, dishes, drapes and bedding.
Many books, games, puzzles, movies and music.

Shop locally, save big and support your local community!

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Live • Life • Better

Life Coach, Restorative Justice
and much more

Helen Benn is a Certified Professional Life Coach, Mediator, Restorative Justice Practitioner, Bio-Energy Therapy/Medicine Practitioner, Family Group Conference Coordinator and Mental Health First Aider, with a background of over 35 years in the Child Development/Special Education field.

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Access Work Service
Ready • Willing • Able
Temporary Work Service
Provides short-term help to businesses and homeowners, and temporary jobs to people with barriers to employment.
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Free Skills Training

Free Training For Eligible Adults

Who Can Take Our Training?
Ontario residents 19 years of age or older. Intake assessment will determine eligibility

How Can We Help?
Learn computer, writing, math or other essential skills.

Attend in person in Eganville or Barry's Bay or online with a live instructor.

And it's all FREE!

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St. Joseph’s House - Closed Temporarily
Wed Jan 1 to Mon Sep 21 2020
Dafoe Rd, Combermere
2 pm

Clothing room

Household item service

Closed after Sat Sept 21 ~ re-opens Thu Nov 7

Donation Centre closed September and October,
re-opens Thu Nov 7.


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BB Senior Home Support

Assisting Seniors (60 & Over)
& The Physically Challenged

Seniors' Centre Without Walls
Assisted Living
Transportation
Meals On Wheels
Frozen Meals
Home Maintenance Referral
Telephone Reassurance
Wheel Chair Accessible Community Van

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Madawaska Valley Association for Community Living
MVACL
A non-profit organization providing support to adults with developmental disabilities.
- living spaces
- an integrated summer day camp
- Activities +, a fully integrated community centre
-  Light Lunch Express teaches skills to transitional youth with intellectual disabilities
- connections to other supports and services

Madawaska Valley Association for Community Living
Corner of Hwy 60 & Stafford St, Barry's Bay

613-756-3817
www.mvacl.ca
 
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Living Without Violence Inc
 
Partner Assault Responce Program
Formerly the Men's Project
Aims to help men & women live a non-violent home life.

Office hours
Wed ~ 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Mon-Fri by appt.
Box 790, Eganville
613-628-3145
 
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Community Resource Centre

Office now open as of July 5

Many community, health and social services programs to benefit individuals of all ages in Renfrew County and the District of Nippissing.

Toy Bus Prenatal Programs
Child Development Programs
Youth Programs
Seniors' Services

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Sexual Assault Centre

We are here to hear

Emotional support, information and advocacy to women and girls who have been affected by sexual violence whether recently or in the past.


Due to COVID-19 all in person groups and sessions are suspended. Peer counselling is available by phone


Support & Crisis Line is always available 24/7
1-800-663-3060

All services are free and confidential

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Madawaska Kanu Centre

613-756-3620
Learn from the river, with the river. Come paddle with us at our wilderness resort on the Madawaska River! MKC provides

Queenswood National Real Estate Ltd.

613-756-2477
Residential, commercial, farm & recreational properties,

Ash Grove Inn & Restaurant

613-756-7672
Open year-round, seven days a week. Lakeside dining and accomodations with sidedoor bar & billiards. Ask about our

Bonnechere Union Public Library

613-628-2400
Lending books, audio & video. Providing children and adult learning/recreation

Sigrid Naturals

613-756-7890
Meander through enchanting gardens and explore our unique shop showcasing local artisans creating: pottery, birdbaths,

Bonnechere Valley Windows

613-628-3056
Locally manufactured in Eganville. High quality European style vinyl windows & doors. Custom sizes, shapes &

R. C. Yantha Electric

613-757-3704
Full-service Electrical and Plumbing contractor. Generac authorized dealer. Water and septic systems. Brushing and

Bayberry Design

613-756-2580
Madawaska Valley’s premier design and print studio. Beautiful designs from business branding and packaging to