At times like this when social distancing and self-isolation are being encouraged, the need to foster community has become very important.
We've put together some great examples of deepening community during these trying times and encourage you to share your gifts of stories, tools and resources with others across Canada.
Reach out to Hannahto learn more and/or to submit your resource.
Stay healthy!
Fostering Community in Times of Social Distancing
Social Connection Needed in Battle Against Coronavirus
As we are all being asked to practice social distancing, connection with others is still critical. We need to work creatively to ensure that we are looking out for each other, and supporting those who are especially affected by the impacts of COVID-19. During challenging times we have the biggest opportunities to build community.
Jim Diers shares ideas on how each of us can keep ourselves healthy and insights on how we can continue to connect and support one another.
As communities around the world get ready to stay home and isolate themselves to help stop the spread of the COVID-19 disease, community has become very important. We have come across some great stories of people deepening community while maintaining a social distance. We wanted to share these ideas to inspire you to keep community in a time of crises.
Italians across the country are coming together with their neighbourhoods through music – Watch.
A fitness instructor in Spain led a workout from a rooftop for quarantined people. Learn more
Connecting Postcards – Help to connect with neighbours who may be lonely and in need. Learn more
The Anglican Church in Burford, Ontario moves cancelled services to Facebook live – Listen here
Kind Canadians start 'caremongering' trend – Learn more
In times of crises, the first responder will likely be a neighbour – Learn more
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Upcoming Learning Event
Celebrating Neighbours
Measuring the Impacts of ABCD
June 9-11, 2020 | London, ON
We are monitoring the COVID-19 situation very closely and are in communication with Fanshawe College and Public Health. We will wait until April 16, 2020 and will reassess at that time. In the meantime, you are still able to register or hold a seat for this event. If for any reason you feel uncomfortable attending, you will receive a 100% refund.
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