March 2021 Program - Every One Every Day Kjipuktuk / Halifax

EVERY ONE EVERY DAY KJIPUKTUK-HALIFAX WIJE’WINEN COME WITH US BUILDING NEIGHBOURHOODS FOR EVERYONE, WITH EVERYONE.

THE LAND WE ARE ON HALIFAX (BIG HARBOUR)

KJIPUKTUK

Halifax is on Mi’kmaw territory. The people of the Mi’kmaw Nation have lived on

Kjipuktuk etek Mi’kma’ki. L’nu’k sa’q wikultijik wla mIk’ma’ki. Ta’n teloltpni’k aq ta’n

this territory for millennia. Their culture and presence have nurtured and continue

teloltijik Kiskuk aq nuji maliaptmi’tij wla sitkamu. Kitapinaq ta’n nujotmitij Every One

to nurture this place. The partners behind Every One Every Day Kjipuktuk honour

Every Day Pestiewa’latiji saqowe’kik, Lnu’k. Skuwijinu’k aq um~tkinu, Mikma’kiewaq.

our ancestors, the peoples and the land of the Mi’kmaw Nation.

SYMBOLS ON THE COVER

MI’KMAQ EIGHT POINTED STAR

WIJE’WINEN MARK

METIS FLAG

The Eight Pointed star is a revision of the Seven Pointed

The Wije’winen mark was designed as part of the

The Infinity Symbols in the water are inspired by the

star that has been used for centuries to symbolize the

visual identity for the new site of the Mi’kmaw Native

Metis Flag. The Metis Nation has many symbolic flags

Sun. It represents the original 7 districts of the Mi’kmaq

Friendship Centre. It combines two shapes, a chevron

which have evolved over time. This flag, with a blue

Nation which later became 8. The Star (all shapes of stars)

and a parallelogram, that when viewed together are

background and a white infinity symbol, represents the

“Wasoq” represents the Spiritual Light of the Universe

abstractions of the letters “M” and “N” (Mi’kmaw Native

joining of two cultures and the faith that the Metis

that guides and protects the Mi’kmaq Nation.

Friendship Centre) and also reference an open door to

culture will live on forever.

show all are welcome.

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Mmf.mb.ca Fathomstudios.ca

GRAND COUNCIL FLAG OF THE MI’KMAQ NATION.

PAN-AFRICAN FLAG

INUIT TATTOO MARKINGS

Commonly referred to as Santé Mawiómi, the symbols

This flag was designed to represent people of the African

The Inuit Tattoos that are seen on the sides of the

and colours on the flag have special meaning for the

Diaspora and symbolize black liberation. Each colour

buildings serve to honour and respect this aspect of

Míkmaq Nation. The White (wapéék) denotes the purity of

in the flag has a symbolic meaning: red represents

Inuit culture. “Most markings represented beauty,

Creation, the Red Cross (mekwéék klujjewey) represents

the blood shed through the struggle and liberation of

significant life accomplishments, rites of passage, and

humankind and infinity, the Sun (náákúúset) represents

African people, the black symbolizes black people as a

womanhood.”

forces of the day and the Moon (tepkunaset) signifies

whole all over the world, and the green represents the

forces of the night.

rich and fertile lands of Africa.

Benoitfirstnation.ca

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WHAT YOU’LL FIND HERE Every One Every Day Kjipuktuk/Halifax is bringing North End neighbours together to design and start projects that benefit them and the community.

THIS NEWSPAPER HAS EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO GET STARTED.

If you think you might like to do practical things with your family, friends and neighbours, including: cooking, making, learning, growing, fixing, trading, singing, playing, eating and sharing … come and join in!

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Introduction & inspiration for Every One Every Day

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Overview of how it works

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How to sign up and guidelines for participating

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Descriptions of everyday projects and the people hosting them

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A Program Calendar with lots of activities to take part in through the month of March

INTRODUCTION

Come and find out about all the amazing things that your North End neighbours have

It’s just the start! We hope that this 4 week program will inspire a growing network

to share with you and how to join in! With 8 projects and 35 unique sessions to take

of friends and neighbours who are excited to bring new ideas and projects to life in

part in, there’s something for everyone in the month of March.

the neighbourhood.

Halifax’s North End is a special place, and home to many people with different

WHAT IDEAS, SKILLS & TALENTS MIGHT YOU HAVE TO SHARE?

languages, cultures, skills and hobbies. Every One Every Day has worked with local residents and organizations to highlight some of these skills and create

We’d love to hear from you.

opportunities for neighbours to connect and share. These activities are designed and hosted by the people who live here and offer inspiration for the kinds of things

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we could be doing more of to make everyday life better for everyone.

Email us Taking part is easy. The projects you will find here are all about doing practical, creative things with people nearby, and finding more ways for people to connect and learn

Give us a call: (902) 580-8246

across the neighbourhood. They are made possible by local residents coming together to share their ideas, time and skills for mutual community benefit. The wide range of

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sessions such as neighbourhood walks, making your own dream catcher, or preparing healthy snacks for kids, means that there are many different ways to get involved and fuel your creativity. They are all free to attend and open to everyone.

WHAT IS EVERY ONE EVERY DAY ABOUT? Practical ‘hands on’ sessions brought to you by local residents. Every One Every Day brings together people from different parts of the North End neighbourhood to create and learn from one another.

These projects involve sharing spaces, skills and resources. They range from batch cooking and community meals, getting outside to explore the neighbourhood, sharing cultural knowledge and traditions, as well as making, crafting, building, repairing and much more.

Support with getting things going in your neighbourhood. The Every One Every Day team is here to help take care of all the essentials such as finding spaces, purchasing materials, ensuring the health and safety and inviting others to take part.

To create the March Program, we worked with residents to surface their ideas and bring them to life in the neighbourhood. We hope it will spark more ideas and creativity around future projects that we can grow together.

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Halifax’s North End is home to many local organizations and businesses that support and connect our community.

The Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre is one of these spaces and will host many of the activities for Every One Every Day, along with other nearby locations that are able to safely open their doors at this time. Covid 19 Restrictions may mean that the in person meet ups will move online, so be sure to keep an eye out for updates!

MEET THE TEAM

FRANCES PALLISER-NICHOLAS

AIMEE GASPARETTO

Project Designer everyone.everyday@mymnfc.com

Program Director

(902) 580-8246

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aimee.gasparetto@mymnfc.com

TAMMY MUDGE

CYNTHIA MACLEAN

DEBBIE EISAN

Evaluation Lead

Neighborhood Hub Coordinator

tmudge@inspiringcommunities.ca

cmaclean@unitedwayhalifax.ca

Community Events Planner and Elder for the Mi’kmaw Friendship Centre debbie.eisan@mymnfc.com

WIJE’WINEN

THE MI’KMAW NATIVE FRIENDSHIP CENTRE HAS A BOLD VISION FOR A NEW FRIENDSHIP CENTRE IN THE HEART OF KJIPUKTUK/HALIFAX. Designed as Halifax’s first ever Indigenous inspired and informed building, and a place of reconciliation, the new building will honour the contributions of Indigenous Peoples to the region’s culture and history.

It will provide individuals and communities with a place to gather, learn, and participate in events and cultural activities.

While offering culturally relevant programs and services for Indigenous Peoples, it also aims to instill pride in the whole community and serve as a highly visible emblem of reconciliation that welcomes everyone.

COME WITH US Every One Every Day expands the vision of Wije’winen into places and

Site Marker for the future home of the Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Center, designed by Fathom Studio

neighbourhoods across Kjipuktuk/Halifax.

It is an invitation for North End neighbours to connect and learn over shared interests and build new relationships across different parts of the neighbourhood.

Central to these interactions is respectful learning and sharing across the histories and cultures that make up the places we call home.

In this newspaper you will discover a 4-week March Program that is the beginning of Every One Every Day - and we hope it will become so much more over time. It is made possible by local residents coming together to share their ideas, time and skills, for mutual community benefit.

Taken together, and with all the wonderful spaces and projects that already exist in the North End, this vibrant and welcoming network of practical participation opportunities can help to create an optimistic vision of the future - making it a place where everyone’s contributions are important and vital.

Over time, and with the necessary support, we hope these projects may develop into a dense network of participation opportunities that will generate many benefits for people and their families directly, and for the neighbourhood as a whole.

Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Center, Concept design by Fathom Studio

OUR PARTNERS Along with the many residents and community organizations that are taking

Partnership. Every One Every Day is a collaboration with Participatory Canada

part, a collection of organizations has been working to bring Every One Every

(participatorycanada.ca)- an initiative co-funded by the McConnell Foundation

Day to life. These include the Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre, Develop

and Employment and Social Development Canada, in partnership with the

Nova Scotia, Inspiring Communities, Engage Nova Scotia, United Way Halifax,

Participatory City Foundation in East London, UK (participtorycity.org).

Community Sector Council of NS, Halifax Regional Municipality and the Halifax

PROGRAM LAUNCH

PROGRAM CLOSING

Monday March 1 | 12.00 - 1.00pm

Wednesday March 31 | 3.00 - 4.30pm

Join the launch of Every One Every Day online! Elder Debbie will open

Join us to look back on all the wonderful sessions and thank everyone

with a smudging ceremony followed by some drumming with the

involved. There will be a reveal of the community art creation and a

community and opening remarks. Head to the website to join online!

celebration of the amazing North End Community.

Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre, 2158 Gottingen st., Halifax

PLEASE CHECK THE WEBSITE FOR DETAILS

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EVERY ONE EVERY DAY VALUES LET’S BUILD ON THESE VALUES TOGETHER SO THAT OVER TIME, EVERY ONE EVERY DAY CAN TRULY INVITE PARTICIPATION FROM THE WHOLE COMMUNITY.

OPEN TO EVERYONE

BEGINNER TO EXPERT

EASY TO TAKE PART

When we say everyone, we mean everyone. We all come

This isn’t about being skilled or an expert in something.

Most people have busy lives. Between work, raising

with unique stories, experiences, gifts and talents. Every

It’s about learning and spending time with others,

children, caring for older relatives and keeping households

One Every Day is an open invitation to connect and learn

and having support to bring your ideas to life in the

going, people need participation opportunities that fit

from one another across shared interests.

neighbourhood.

with all the other things going on.

Can’t find something that interests you? Need help to

Whatever you enjoy doing or think you might like to try

These activities will be near where you live, at different

register or take part? Our team is here to support you.

could be something that others are interested in too –

times of day, and free to attend.

we’re here to make it easier to start and grow your ideas.

EVERYONE IS VALUED & ABLE TO CONTRIBUTE

PROJECTS THAT BENEFIT THE WHOLE COMMUNITY

PRACTICAL WAYS OF MAKING CONNECTIONS

The whole neighbourhood matters. Getting involved in

Every One Every Day is not a volunteering program.

These projects see people working together on practical

Every One Every Day means creating space for everyone

We work with residents to help create projects that

ideas that make their neighbourhoods more exciting

to have a say in picking projects, planning, and taking

directly benefit you, your neighbours, friends and family.

and enjoyable places to live.

part.

These benefits might include learning new things, saving

By taking part in these projects people become creators

The projects outlined in this newspaper are designed

you money or time, sharing and trading resources, or

and co-producers of the places in which they live. Over

to spark ideas around what we could do more of together.

making new friends and creating a greater sense of

time, we can create networks of people and projects

Anyone can contribute, including children of all ages -

community.

that make everyday life better for everyone.

we call them mini-makers.

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HOW IT WORKS FIND SOMETHING THAT INTERESTS YOU

Be sure to stay tuned for updates. Once you sign up, it is important to keep an eye

This newspaper is full of amazing ways to take part in activities throughout the

protocols and/or weather. We’ll update the website regularly and send any session

out for any changes or cancellations that may result from shifting public health

month of March - have a look through it all so you don’t miss anything!

changes via email when we can.

THERE ARE 2 WAYS TO GET INVOLVED

If you have questions about how you can take part or need support to sign up, feel free to contact us.

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In-person sessions happening inside and outside in the neighborhood.

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Project kits that people can pick-up to join-in from home.

OUR CONTACT INFO

SIGN UP AS SOON AS POSSIBLE

halifaxiseveryone.ca

In normal circumstances, the sessions would be designed so anyone can drop in

everyone.everyday@mymncf.com

at any time and take part. Due to current restrictions, there has to be a limit on the number of people that can attend so we ask you to sign up ONLY for the sessions you know you will attend. If you do sign up then can’t attend, please let one of the team know so someone else can.

(902) 580-8246 facebook.com/everyoneeverydayhalifax

THERE ARE 3 WAYS TO SIGN UP ONLINE

SIGN UP HERE!

Go to the March calendar and click on the session you’d like to attend. This will ask you for details and guide you through the sign-up process.

EMAIL Email us with your name, contact information and details of the session you wish to attend.

Click here to find out more

CALL We can talk you through how to sign up or do it for you over the phone.

COVID NOTICE We all have a responsibility to limit the spread of the virus and minimize health risks

Of course, the situation with Covid could change so keep an eye out for any

and we can do this while still creating, building and sharing safely. The team has

adjustments to sessions on the website or Facebook page, but you can also contact

worked hard to make these projects as accessible as possible by making safety the

the team!

priority.

HOW TO CONTRIBUTE In each project, you can get involved in several ways depending on your interests, skills and abilities.

Here are a few examples of what you could do.

MEETER & GREETER

CONNECTOR

LISTENER

TEA MAKER

FIRST AIDER

PHOTOGRAPHER

DIY EXPERT

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EVERYDAY PROJECTS

TALK WITH US CHAT WITH THE TEAM, MEET YOUR NEIGHBOURS AND ENJOY TEA AND BANNOCK WITH ELDERS IN THE COMMUNITY.

CONNECT WITH YOUR INNER ARTIST WHILE BRIGHTENING UP THE NEIGHBOURHOOD TOGETHER!

GO TO PAGE 1O FOR MORE INFORMATION.

GO TO PAGE 10 FOR MORE INFORMATION.

COOK WITH US

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CREATE WITH US

MOVE WITH US

EVERYONE LOVES FOOD! LET’S MAKE COOKING FUN AND EASY BY BEING TOGETHER IN THE KITCHEN!

LET’S GET MOVING! JOIN IN THE FUN WHILE MOVING YOUR BODY AND GET OUTSIDE TO EXPLORE THE NEIGHBOURHOOD.

GO TO PAGE 11 FOR MORE INFORMATION.

GO TO PAGES 12 - 13 FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Welcome to the Every One Every Day projects - brought to you by your North End

For safety, it is necessary to limit the number of people that can attend each session

neighbours! There are 8 projects in total, each with a variety of sessions to spark

so it is important that each person hoping to attend a session (including children)

your interest. All materials will be provided, just bring your energy and creativity.

are signed up.

MAKE WITH US THERE’S NO END TO WHAT WE CAN MAKE TOGETHER! EXPLORE THE MAKER IN YOU AS YOU CREATE USEFUL AND BEAUTIFUL THINGS FOR YOURSELF AND YOUR COMMUNITY. GO TO PAGE 14 FOR MORE INFORMATION.

LEARN WITH US

BUILD WITH US WE CAN ALL BE BUILDERS! LET’S “BUILD” OUR CONFIDENCE TOGETHER WHILE MAKING SOMETHING BEAUTIFUL FOR THE COMMUNITY. GO TO PAGE 15 FOR MORE INFORMATION.

AT HOME WITH US

WE ALL HAVE SOMETHING TO SHARE. DISCOVER THE MANY SKILLS, TALENTS AND HOBBIES OF NEARBY NEIGHBOURS.

LET’S BRIGHTEN UP OUR HOMES AND THE NEIGHBOURHOOD FROM THE COMFORT OF YOUR HOME!

GO TO PAGE 15 FOR MORE INFORMATION.

GO TO PAGES 16 - 17 FOR MORE INFORMATION.

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TALK WITH US CHAT WITH THE TEAM, MEET YOUR NEIGHBOURS AND ENJOY TEA AND BANNOCK WITH ELDERS IN THE COMMUNITY. Take a minute from the busy hustle and bustle of the city to warm up with hot tea

bannock to enjoy and we would love to hear your ideas on future sessions. Talk With

and fresh bannock (fry bread). These Talk with us sessions have no formal agenda

Us sessions will take place every Wednesday afternoon in March.

but will all include the good company of an elder from the community and other neighbours alike. They will be hosted at Alteregos Cafe and you are free to drop by

Find out more about these sessions by clicking here

anytime during any of the session times-no need to register. There’s free tea and

TEA & BANNOCK WITH ELDER LINDA CARVERY

TEA & BANNOCK WITH ELDER THOMAS CHRISTMAS

TEA & BANNOCK WITH ELDER MURLETA WILLIAMS

TEA & BANNOCK WITH ELDER DEBBIE EISAN

Wednesday March 3 | 2.30 - 4.00pm In Person | Alteregos Cafe - 2193 Gottingen St., Halifax

Wednesday March 10 | 2.30 - 4.00pm In Person | Alteregos Cafe - 2193 Gottingen St., Halifax

Wednesday March 17 | 2.30 - 4.00pm In Person | Alteregos Cafe - 2193 Gottingen St., Halifax

Wednesday March 24 | 2.30 - 4.00pm In Person | Alteregos Cafe - 2193 Gottingen St., Halifax

I’m Linda and I’m a long term member of

I’m Tom and I’m from Eskasoni First Nation

I’m Murleta and I’m the eldest of

I’m Debbie, an Anishinabe kwe (Native

the North End community. I am a retired

which is the largest Micmac speaking

seven children, born and raised in New

Woman) from Batchewana First Nation, born

citizenship judge who has raised a large

community in the world. I’m an elder for

Glasgow. I’m the mother of 2 sons and

in Sault Ste Marie, Ontario. I’m a retired Chief

family, including my extended family.

the Friendship Centre and The Eagles

2 granddaughters. I have an extensive

Petty Officer Second Class and served 36

Nest Recovery House.

background in performing arts, human

years in the Canadian Armed Forces. I am now

resources and administration.

the Community Events Planner and an Elder with the Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre.

CREATE WITH US CONNECT WITH YOUR INNER ARTIST WHILE WE BRIGHTEN UP THE NEIGHBOURHOOD TOGETHER! Have you ever wanted to explore your inner artist but weren’t sure of where to start?

These sessions will be led by Tonya Paris, a local First Nations and Black artist that is

Join these hands-on art sessions to use different mediums and colors to let imaginations

passionate about community and giving the grassroots people a voice through art.

run wild. Each session will start with an overview of a community mural project and

You are welcome to join just 1, or all 3 sessions!

you will then be guided through the design of your own canvas that will be part of Please register here for each session by clicking here

the final creation!

BEADING ON CANVAS

PAINTING ON CANVAS

MOSAIC ART

Tuesday March 2 | 1.00 - 2.00pm In Person Wonder’neath Art Society - 2891 Isleville St., Halifax

Friday March 12 | 1.00 - 2.00pm In Person Wonder’neath Art Society - 2891 Isleville St., Halifax

Thursday March 25 | 2.00 - 3.00pm In Person Wonder’neath Art Society - 2891 Isleville St., Halifax

In this session you will learn how to bead on canvas and

In this session you will learn how to use an exciting range

A great session to finalize your canvas before putting a

get support for starting your own beaded creation. Your

of mediums such as beads, paints, clay and fabric on your

beautiful mosaic art piece together. If you didn’t attend

canvas can then be used in the community art mural!

canvas. Your canvas can then be used in the community

a previous session, you can still be involved with putting

art mural!

together the collective creation. It will then be shared at

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the Every One Every Day program closing.

COOK WITH US EVERYONE LOVES FOOD! LET’S MAKE COOKING FUN AND EASY BY BEING TOGETHER IN THE KITCHEN! Need some fresh ideas for the kitchen? Or maybe you’re thinking about ways to

and fueling your creativity around food. After all, good food is meant to be shared.

save time by cooking in batches or save money on healthy food?

Please register here for each session by clicking here Whether it’s swapping family recipes, eating seasonally, or batch cooking on a budget, these collective cooking sessions are great for learning tips and tricks in the kitchen

SEASONAL & AFFORDABLE COOKING

BAKING TEA BISCUITS WITH MS. JUNE

Saturday March 13 | 10.00 - 11.30am In person | Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre - 2158 Gottingen St, Halifax

Saturday March 13 | 2.30 - 3.30pm In Person | Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre - 2158 Gottingen St, Halifax

Fahima is a social entrepreneur and food educator. Check out her podcast called Food

Ms. June lives in the North End and loves baking for loved ones. She will share her tried

Chats with Feems! Join Fahima in cooking an affordable meal from locally grown

and tested tea biscuit recipe along with useful baking tips. Feel free to share your own

foods.

recipe.

HEALTHY SNACKS ON THE RUN

HOPE BLOOMS WINDOW GARDENS

Thursday March 18 | 2.30 - 3.30pm In Person | Mi’kmaq Child Development Centre - 2161 Gottingen St, Halifax

Thursday March 23 | 2.30 - 4.00pm In Person | Hope Blooms Greenhouse - 2346 Brunswick St, Halifax

Amy lives in the North End and is passionate about cooking and community. Come

Come join Hope Blooms to create your own window salad garden with spring greens

and learn how to make her tasty snacks that are perfect for busy days! Don’t forget

and herbs. You will each create your own to take home and watch grow. You’ll also

your storage containers.

get a recipe and a bottle of Hope Blooms dressing for when you’re ready to harvest!

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MOVE WITH US LET’S GET MOVING! JOIN IN THE FUN WHILE MOVING OUR BODIES AND GETTING OUTSIDE TO EXPLORE THE NEIGHBOURHOOD. YOGA FOR BODY & SPIRIT Tuesday March 2 | 4.00 - 5.00pm In person | Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre - 2158 Gottingen St. Halifax Katrina works in the North End and has been teaching yoga for 20 years. Join Katrina for traditional yoga poses and movement where you can move at your own speed and rhythm. Feel how a little bit of yoga can benefit your body and mind. Beginners to experts welcome.

NEIGHBOURHOOD PHOTO WALK Thursday March 4 | 12.00 - 1.00pm In person | Meet in front of the Halifax North Memorial Public Library - 2285 Gottingen St. Halifax Charlotte is Aboriginal from Indian Brook and a mother of 3 daughters. Charlotte loves to walk, especially in good company.

Join her for a lunchtime stroll while we take some photos of the neighbourhood along the way. Feel free to snap your own photos, email them to us and we will post on the website for all to enjoy.

FAMILY YOGA Friday March 5 | 10.00 - 11.00am In person | Meet in front of the Mi’kmaq Child Development Centre 2161 Gottingen St. Halifax Keeley is Metis and Cree First Nation. She lives in the North End and is passionate about sharing mindfulness and yoga, especially with children. This family yoga session will combine yoga with stories that include nature and animals. Parents and children can join in together and if you need a yoga mat, we have you covered!

YOGA FOR BODY & SPIRIT Tuesday March 9 | 4.00 - 5.00pm In person | Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre - 2158 Gottingen St. Halifax Katrina works in the North End and has been teaching yoga for 20 years. Join Katrina for traditional yoga poses and movement where you can move at your own speed and rhythm. Feel how a little bit of yoga can benefit your body and mind. Beginners to experts welcome.

NEIGHBOURHOOD SPRUCE UP! Thursday March 11 | 12.00 - 1.00pm In person | Meet in front of the Halifax North Memorial Public Library - 2285 Gottingen St, Halifax Charlotte works at the Friendship Centre and loves giving back to her community. Join this walk around Hope Blooms and the field area on Brunswick Street, where we’ll work together to clean up the neighbourhood! Everything you need to do this in a fun and safe way will be provided.

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Need a break from sitting or working at a computer? Maybe you’d like to get outside

Just remember to dress warmly and bring what you need to feel comfortable while

to enjoy the end of the winter weather. There’s no doubt that exercise is more

you move. All experience levels welcome. These sessions are great for all ages so

fun when done together. These Move With Us sessions are all about being active

join in and get moving! Please register here for each session by clicking here

together and in some cases getting out to explore the neighbourhood.

TINY MEETS MIGHTY WALK Tuesday March 16 | 12.00 - 1.00pm In person | Meet in front of the Halifax North Memorial Public Library - 2285 Gottingen St, Halifax Molly is a fan of parks, big and small. She works as a project manager with Park People, a national non-profit that supports work in parks and public spaces in Canada. Come and explore some local small urban green spaces, chat, hear stories and learn how you can create your own tiny and mighty green space in your backyard or deck.

INTRODUCTION TO CAPOEIRA Tuesday March 16 | 6.30 - 7.30pm In person | Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre - 2158 Gottingen St., Halifax Ross is a professional musician, acrobat, capoeira player and teacher. He began training in the Afo-Brazilian dance/martial art form capoeira in 2003 and has led Mestre Azeitona’s Capoeira Group Dendê - Halifax since 2007. Join Ross in exploring this unique physical activity that combines dance, martial arts, music and acrobatics. Feel free to bring the whole family to this session!

FAMILY SCAVENGER HUNT Thursday March 18 | 12.00 - 1.00pm In person | Meet in front of the Halifax North Memorial Public Library - 2285 Gottingen St, Halifax Come and join Charlotte for this session which combines a neighbourhood walk with a fun scavenger hunt. Join in to seek out local landmarks and spot nature’s beauty as we enjoy the neighbourhood.

WINTER SLEDDING Friday March 19 | 1.00 - 2.30pm In person | George Dixon Hill - 2502 Brunswick St., Halifax Would you like to have some fun in the snow? You can bundle up for sledding down the hill outside of the George Dixon building. Drop by and join in the fun to catch some speed on your favourite sled while making new winter wonderland memories!

COMMONS ART WALK Thursday March 25 | 12.00 - 1.00pm In person | Meet in front of the Halifax North Memorial Public Library - 2285 Gottingen St, Halifax Kate is a community artist and works in the North End. Join her for a walk around the Halifax Commons to learn about the different art installations and the local artists who created them.

‘Chosen Family’ designed by Margot Durling

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MAKE WITH US THERE’S NO END TO WHAT WE CAN MAKE TOGETHER! EXPLORE THE MAKER IN YOU AS YOU CREATE USEFUL AND BEAUTIFUL THINGS FOR YOURSELF AND YOUR COMMUNITY. Are you good with your hands and enjoy making and crafting? Have you ever wanted

There’s a wide range of sessions, some exploring traditional skills while learning

to create something new with support?

about different cultures. Is there something you might want to share from your own background? Each of these sessions are hosted by a different resident or

These hands-on sessions are all about sharing and learning skills where you can

community member who wants to share their skills with you.

learn how to make practical and beautiful things for yourself and loved ones.

Please register here for each session by clicking here

INTRODUCTION TO CROCHET

STYLISH BEADED EARRINGS

Maya lives in the North End and spends a lot of time there! She learned to crochet

Cheyenne works in the North End and has been beading since 2008. She continues

from her mother and enjoys sharing this with others. Join this session to learn the basics

to learn from artisans from across Mi’kma’ki. Come and learn how to make your own

of crocheting.

stylish beaded earrings in your favourite colours.

SEALSKIN BRACELETS

MASK MAKING

Ben works in the North End and is involved in reclaiming Inuit language and culture.

Elder Debbie has many years of sewing experience. In this session Debbie will share

In this session, Ben will share a little about being an Inuk in an urban setting while we

how you can sew your own mask. Basic knowledge of how to set up and use a

make our own sealskin bracelets.

sewing machine is required.

RAINBOW TEXTURED ART

TRADITIONAL DREAM CATCHERS

Tuesday March 2 | 6.00 - 7.00pm In Person | Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre - 2158 Gottingen St., Halifax

Tuesday March 9 | 6.00 - 7.00pm In Person | Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre - 2158 Gottingen St., Halifax

Wednesday March 3 | 10.00 - 11.00am In Person | Halifax North Memorial Public Library - 2285 Gottingen St, Halifax

Wednesday March 10 | 10.00 - 11.30am In Person | Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre - 2158 Gottingen St., Halifax

Friday March 19 | 10.00 - 11.00am In person | Halifax North Memorial Public Library - 2285 Gottingen St, Halifax

Tuesday March 23 | 6.00 - 7.00pm In Person | Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre - 2158 Gottingen St., Halifax

Brandy (she/they) is a Two Spirited Mi’kmaq woman who enjoys creating with different

Charlotte is Aboriginal from Indian Brook, a mother of 3 and a grandmother of 2. Join

mediums like gouache, markers, oil pastels, watercolour and more. This sensory art

Charlotte in making a traditional dream catcher while learning the teachings that come

session is great for all ages and will explore colour through various materials.

along with this traditional craft.

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BUILD WITH US WE CAN ALL BE BUILDERS! LET’S “BUILD” OUR CONFIDENCE TOGETHER WHILE MAKING SOMETHING BEAUTIFUL FOR THE COMMUNITY. Curious about “Do It Yourself” building projects? Would you like to get something

also happen to be planners and designers here in Halifax. Through their work at the

started with some support?

Cities and Environments Unit and the Planning and Design Centre, they work alongside the community to improve public spaces. The hope is that these build sessions will take

In these sessions you can learn how to use and practice with different hand tools

place outdoors!

and help build confidence through basic building projects. A group of local residents will guide you through the steps as you build things that can benefit the whole

Please register here for each session by clicking here.

neighbourhood. Kieran, Michael, Frank and Iyad are local community members who

BUILDING LIBRARY BOXES

BUILDING BENCHES

Saturday March 6 | 2.00 - 3.30pm Meet at the Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre - 2158 Gottingen St, Halifax

Saturday March 20 | 2.00 - 4.00pm Meet at the Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre - 2158 Gottingen St, Halifax

Come and build library boxes to share useful free items in your community. You could

Come and build wooden community benches. A bench is a simple and welcoming

share plant seeds, feminine hygiene products, school supplies or other essential

place to stop and rest for a moment, a place for conversations and a place to

goods. Like the little free book libraries, they are fun and helpful resources in the

connect with new friends or neighbours. No prior building experience needed.

community.

LEARN WITH US

EVERYONE HAS A SKILL OR KNOWLEDGE THAT CAN BE SHARED WITH OTHERS. DISCOVER THE MANY TALENTS AND HOBBIES OF NEARBY NEIGHBOURS AND MAYBE YOU CAN SHARE SOMETHING TOO. Do you love to learn new things and meet new people? Ever wonder about all the

These sessions will range from exploring traditional knowledge to practical hands

unique skills, stories and traditions held by different people in the neighbourhood?

on skills. There’s so much we can learn from each other. Let’s get to know one

Would you like to share your knowledge, skills and hobbies with others? Join this

another better and support our community to thrive! Please register here for each

project and learn something new about the people and places that make the North

session by clicking here.

End of Halifax the special place that it is.

SMUDGE CEREMONY & POWWOW KNOWLEDGE

RECLAIMING OUR ROOTS

SPRING BIKE TUNE UP!

ESSENTIAL OIL BASICS

Thursday March 4 | 2.30 - 3.30pm In Person | Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre - 2158 Gottingen St., Halifax

Wednesday March 17 | 10.00 - 11.00am In Person | Halifax North Memorial Public Library - 2285 Gottingen St, Halifax

Tuesday March 30 | 6.00 - 7.00pm In Person | Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre - 2158 Gottingen St., Halifax

Elder Debbie is joining up with Denise,

Chenise and James are Mi’kmaw and

Saturday March 27 | 1.00 - 3.00pm In Person | Look for the bike trailer on Maitland St, behind the YMCA! (2269 Gottingen St., Halifax)

Arlea is an Indegenous business owner

a Mi’kmaq jingle dress and traditional

live in the North End. Their Reclaiming

The Ecology Action Centre’s Pop-Up Bike

and a registered reflexologist and

dancer from Miawpukek First Nation, NL.

Our Roots program engages youth in

Hub volunteers are offering a free 20

aromatherapist. She loves to share her

Join them for this smudge ceremony and

activities rooted in Mi’kmaw values such

minute bike tune up and tips and tricks

knowledge of essential oils including

teaching. Learn about traditional jingle dress

as harvesting, fishing and plant medicines.

for safe riding! Drop in with your bike to

their uses and benefits. Join to learn

dancing as well as powwow teachings.

Join this interactive session inspired by

get it tuned up just in time for Spring!

the basics of common essential oils and

their work.

make your own rollerball.

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There are 3 projects that you can easily enjoy at home. Colour in With

our communities, we’re all spending more time at home than ever

Us-simply find something to colour in the illustration. For Decorate

before. The At Home With Us sessions are about finding creative

Your Street or The Window Project, you can sign up for a kit on the

ways to connect while in the comfort of your own home. It’s about

website or contact us directly. Let’s brighten up our homes and the

making things and sharing that joy with others. Be it a window display,

neighbourhood! Sign up for one of our kits by clicking here.

AT HOME WITH US

In the face of uncertain times, and everyone trying to take care of

neighbourhood street bunting or a colour-in poster.

DECORATE YOUR STREET GET READY FOR SUMMER BY CREATING YOUR OWN STREET PARTY DECORATION!

We’re all looking forward to the day when we can get outside and

Once you have made your colourful bunting you can display it

celebrate being together. You can start planning for this now by

in your window so your neighbours can appreciate it too. When

creating your own street party bunting that can later be used to

warmer weather arrives, you will receive an invitation to share your

decorate your street with your neighbours!

individual creations with the project so that they can be displayed at neighbourhood events and gatherings for everyone to enjoy.

You can personalize your bunting by using various materials such as: old clothing/fabric, knitting wool/yarn, coloured paper, string and

Once you sign up for a kit, you can arrange a suitable pick up time

felt. All these can be found in the kit available to you.

with us. All kits will be available for pick up from the Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre.

The kit will provide a template and everything you need to get started.

Let your creative mind lead the way for this unique personalized project.

WHAT’S IN THE KITS

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OLD CLOTHES & FABRIC

FELT

STRING, WOOL & YARN

GLUE GUN & STICKS

SCISSORS

THE WINDOW PROJECT THIS MARCH, RE-DISCOVER THE NORTH END THROUGH THE EYES OF YOUR NEIGHBOURS CREATIVITY! Welcome to the Window Project!

This project is all about getting creative at home and sharing some positivity through your own windows. It’s a wonderful way to share your creative side and uplift other people living in the neighbourhood. You don’t need to be an artist to create some window art, just use what’s in the kit, add a bit of imagination and start decorating!

This year has been difficult for all of us and the pandemic has restricted important things such as getting together and seeing people face to face. Why not take some time to think of something that brings you joy and share it through your window creation?

It could be a favorite place, a memory, or something you like to do - whatever makes you happy!

Once you’ve completed your window project, we would LOVE for you to share a photo on the facebook page, or send it to the team via email. We’ll post the window photos on our website for all to enjoy.

Why not take a stroll around your neighbourhood to see who else took part in the window project!?!

QUICK GUIDE TO CREATING YOUR WINDOW DISPLAY 1.

WHAT DO YOU WANT TO SAY? What makes you happy?

2.

LOOK AT YOUR WINDOW FROM THE OUTSIDE See what your neighbours will see when looking at your display.

3.

YOUR MATERIALS The Kit includes everything you need. Source some tape and you are ready to go.

4.

DRAW YOUR DESIGN TO SCALE You can use the grid method (google for examples) to make sure your whole window is used or you can freestyle it. Don’t forget, everything is reversed when looking from the outside in.

5.

TIME YOU SPEND It’s a fun activity so take as little or as long as you like.

6.

KEEP IT SIMPLE! Simple designs are easy for viewers to appreciate as they walk past.

WHAT’S IN THE KITS

INSTRUCTIONS

TRACING PAPER

COLOURED TISSUE PAPER

BLACK CARD

GLUE STICK

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COLOUR IN WITH US TAKE SOME TIME TO RELAX AND BRIGHTEN UP YOUR DAY BY COLOURING THE ILLUSTRATION BELOW. WHY NOT THEN USE IT AS A POSTER, GIFT IT TO A FRIEND, PUT IT UP ON YOUR WALL OR FRIDGE - WHATEVER YOU WANT!

Use markers, coloured pencils, crayons and glitter to colour in and decorate the illustration. You can send a photo of your final piece to be featured on the website for public viewing by emailing it to us by clicking here.

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PROGRAM CALENDAR 2021 MARCH

THURSDAY

MONDAY

FRIDAY

01 TUESDAY

02

PROGRAM LAUNCH

12.00 - 1.00pm

BEADING ON CANVAS

1.00 - 2.00pm

11 P.5

P.10

YOGA FOR BODY & SPIRIT

P.12

INTRODUCTION TO CROCHET

P.14

4.00 - 5.00pm 6.00 - 7.00pm

WEDNESDAY STYLISH BEADED EARRINGS 10.00 - 11.00am

03 THURSDAY

NEIGHBOURHOOD PHOTO WALK P.12

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BAKING TEA BISCUITS

P.11

SEASONAL & AFFORDABLE COOKING

P.11

2.30 - 3.30pm

10.00 - 11.30am

23

HOPE BLOOMS WINDOW GARDENS

P.11

2.30 - 4.00pm

TRADITIONAL DREAM CATCHERS P.14

6.00 - 7.00pm

WEDNESDAY

24

TEA & BANNOCK WITH ELDER DEBBIE EISAN

P.10

COMMONS ART WALK

P.14

MOSAIC ART

P.10

SPRING BIKE TUNE UP

P.14

ESSENTIAL OIL BASICS

P.15

2.30 - 4.00pm

12.00 - 1.00pm 2.00 - 3.00pm

12.00 - 1.00pm

SMUDGE CEREMONY & POWWOW KNOWLEDGE

P.15

2.30 - 3.30pm

TUESDAY FAMILY YOGA

P.12

10.00 - 11.00am

BUILDING LIBRARY BOXES

P.15

2.00 - 3.30pm

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NEIGHBOURHOOD SPRUCE UP!

12.00 - 1.00pm

P.12

YOGA FOR BODY & SPIRIT

P.12

SEALSKIN BRACELETS

P.14

MASK MAKING

P.14

TEA & BANNOCK WITH ELDER THOMAS CHRISTMAS

P.10

4.00 - 5.00pm

6.00 - 7.00pm

10.00 - 11.30am 2.30 - 4.00PM

TINY MEETS MIGHTY WALK

P.13

INTRODUCTION TO CAPOEIRA

P.13

12.00 - 1.00pm 6.30 - 7.30pm

WEDNESDAY RECLAIMING OUR ROOTS 10.00 - 11.00am

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19

10

1.00 - 2.00pm

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FRIDAY

WEDNESDAY

PAINTING ON CANVAS

P.10

THURSDAY

18

09

TUESDAY

SATURDAY

THURSDAY

TUESDAY

P.12

12.00 - 1.00pm

2.30 - 4.00pm

SATURDAY

06

NEIGHBOURHOOD SPRUCE UP

10.00 - 11.30am

P.10

FRIDAY

05

P.11

P.14

TEA & BANNOCK WITH ELDER LINDA CARVERY

04

12

FOOD SAVING TIPS

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1.00 - 3.00pm

P.15

TEA & BANNOCK WITH ELDER MURLETA WILLIAMS

P.10

FAMILY SCAVENGER HUNT

P.13

HEALTHY SNACKS ON THE RUN

P.11

RAINBOW TEXTURED ART

P.14

WINTER SLEDDING

P.13

2.30 - 4.00pm

12.00 - 1.00pm 2.30 - 3.30pm

10.00 - 11.00am 1.00 - 2.30pm

SATURDAY

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SATURDAY

BUILDING BENCHES

TUESDAY

30

6.00 - 7.00pm

WEDNESDAY

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PROGRAM CLOSING

P.5

3.00 - 4.30pm

P.15

2.00 - 4.00pm

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A HUGE COLLABORATION BETWEEN PEOPLE THAT LIVE AND WORK IN HALIFAX, FAMILIES, FRIENDS, CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE, RETIRED RESIDENTS, SHOPKEEPERS, SCHOOLS, LOCAL BUSINESSES, ORGANIZATIONS, CAFE OWENERS, LOCAL PROJECTS, MAKERS, COOKS, GROWERS, FIXERS, ARTISTS, BUILDERS, BAKERS, KNITTERS, STORY TELLERS, TEA MAKERS, PHOTOGRAPHERS, HELPERS, TWEETERS, TEACHERS, PEOPLE WHO LIKE TO CHAT, PEOPLE WHO DON’T.

PARTNERS