District of Timiskaming Social Services Administration Board

11/17/2025

🚑👶🏻Another stork delivery for DTSSAB Paramedics Natasha and Brandi! Adorable bundle, Liam Ellsworth Walters, was delivered in the back of an ambulance at 4:08 AM on October 30th, weighing 6 lbs, 6 oz. Congratulations to the family on this darling bundle and thank you to Nurse Kayla for her assistance! 🚑👶🏻

11/17/2025

Surely sugar doesn't count if it is a good cause? We know that some of our paramedics have a sweet tooth, this week they are targeting it for a good purpose! Some volunteers will also be decorating cookies this week!

Reminder:
Every Tim Hortons Holiday Smile Cookie sold in Kirkland Lake helps support patient care at Blanche River Health.
Cookies are $2 each — with $1 from every cookie donated directly to BRHF and the other dollar to Tim's Camps.
Want to get your business or team involved? Pre-order today and help us reach our $30,000 goal!
Get your pre-order form at either KL Tim Hortons location or download it here: https://www.blancheriverhealth.ca/.../holiday-smile-cookie
Cookies will be available for pickup (and purchase at the counter and drive thru) November 17-23.

Some heavy hitters have entered the ring! Huge shout out to the Timiskaming Paramedics who pulled together a huge order! Who's going to step up to their lead?? 🍪 💙💚

Reminder:
Every Tim Hortons Holiday Smile Cookie sold in Kirkland Lake helps support patient care at Blanche River Health.

Cookies are $2 each — with $1 from every cookie donated directly to BRHF and the other dollar to Tim's Camps.

Want to get your business or team involved? Pre-order today and help us reach our $30,000 goal!

Get your pre-order form at either KL Tim Hortons location or download it here: https://www.blancheriverhealth.ca/about-us/our-foundation/holiday-smile-cookie

Cookies will be available for pickup (and purchase at the counter and drive thru) November 17-23.

11/17/2025

Attention South Families!

Please note the time change for our National Child Day Celebration at English Catholic Central School in New Liskeard.
It will run from 4 P.M. to 6 P.M. on Monday, November 17th.
Come out and enjoy some fun activities and a pizza supper!

Attention les familles du Sud!

Je vous prie de noter que l'heure pour la journée nationale de l’enfant sera célébrée à English Catholic Central School de New Liskeard.
L’évènement sera de 16 h à 18 h, le lundi 17 novembre.
Venez célébrer avec des activités amusantes et de la pizza!

11/13/2025

Ontario is committed to finding ways to make life more affordable, while proposing new strategies to help people in need. That’s why we are asking Ontarians to share ideas on the best way forward with a new Poverty Reduction Strategy.

Find out how to send your feedback at: ontario.ca/PovertySurvey

11/12/2025

🎄 Do You Know Someone Who Could Use a Little Holiday Cheer?
We’re thrilled to once again spread festive joy through our Christmas Hamper Program, supporting local individuals and families who could use a helping hand this season.
If you, or someone you know could benefit from a hamper that includes groceries, hygiene items and a gift for children 18 years and younger, now is the time to nominate them!
Application Link: https://tinyurl.com/4bup4fr5
If preferred, paper copies can be picked up at the Englehart Town Hall.
Please submit all applications no later than Sunday, November 30th, 2025.

11/12/2025

❄️ Winter Warmth Drive – One Light Diversity Centre ❄️

Winter is here, and the cold can be tough—but together, we can make it easier for everyone in our community. 🧣🧤
Do you have winter clothing, blankets, or essential items you no longer need? Bring them to One Light Diversity Centre, and we’ll make sure they get into the hands of someone who really needs them. 💛

📍 Drop-off location: 90 Whitewood Avenue, by appointment
🕒 Hours: 11am to 10pm

Let’s spread warmth, kindness, and light this season. Every donation matters, and we’ll make sure it reaches someone who needs it.

11/12/2025

11/12/2025

11/12/2025

Registration in Cobalt!