Lakehead Social Planning Council

10/04/2026

Mental Illness Awareness Week is an opportunity to keep the conversation going, challenge stigma and remind people that support is available.

Across Ontario, our 211 team help people navigate mental health and community services and find options that fit their needs.

Not sure where to start? Start with 211.

📞 Dial 2-1-1, 💬 chat online, or 🌐 visit 211north.ca


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La Semaine de la sensibilisation est une opportunité de poursuivre la conversation, combattre la stigmatisation et se rappeler que le soutien est disponible.

À travers l’Ontario, 211 aide les gens à naviguer les services communautaires et de santé mentale et trouver des options qui répondent à leurs besoins.

Vous n'êtes pas sûr par où commencer? Commencez avec 211.

📞Composez le 2-1-1, 💬 clavardez, ou 🌐 visitez le 211north.ca

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10/02/2026

📢 𝗩𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗱 – 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗩𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝘅 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 (𝗖𝗩𝗜𝗧𝗣)!

We’re looking for volunteers to join our Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP)! 🧾💙

If you have a basic understanding of income tax and would like to help eligible individuals and families complete their tax returns, we’d love to have you join our team!

✨ No previous tax preparation experience required!

Free training will be provided for both Tax Preparers and Support Volunteers.
Your time can make a real difference in our community by helping people access the benefits and credits they may be entitled to.

📩 Interested in volunteering? Email us at [email protected]

Come join us today! 💙

10/01/2026

𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲!

Today we honor the incredible seniors who have shaped our communities with their wisdom, hard work, and love. Thank you for everything you’ve done and continue to do!

At Lakehead Social Planning Council (LSPC), we’re here to help seniors and community members access the support they need, including free tax filing services for those who qualify.

To learn more, visit 𝘄𝘄𝘄.𝗹𝘀𝗽𝗰.𝗰𝗮 or call 𝟮-𝟭-𝟭.

Wishing all the seniors in our community Happy National Seniors Day! 🌟

09/30/2026

Today is a day to remember.

We honour the children who never returned home, Survivors of residential schools, and the families and communities who continue to carry that legacy.

We also recognize that Truth and Reconciliation is an ongoing commitment, one that calls on all of us to keep listening, learning, and reflecting. 🧡

09/29/2026

Moving to a new country comes with a long list of questions.

🩺 Where can I find a family doctor?
🎒 How do I register my children for school?
🗣️ Where can I take language classes?

211 can help connect newcomers with local services that make settling into a new community a little easier.

Welcome to Ontario.

💙 Not sure where to start? Start with 211. 📞 Dial 2-1-1, 💬 chat online, or 🌐 visit 211Ontarionorth.ca.

09/28/2026

09/28/2026

A big thank you to all the students who stopped by our booth at the Campus & Community Connections Fair at Confederation College on Sept 23 (Wednesday)!

We always love the opportunity to connect with students, have meaningful conversations, and share information about the services, programs, and resources available to support you in our community.

It was wonderful meeting so many of you, answering your questions, and sharing what we do. Thank you for taking the time to say hello and connect with us! 😊

To know more about us visit our website – www.lspc.ca or call 2-1-1

09/26/2026

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to see us at the 𝗡𝗼 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲 event on September 23rd (Wednesday) at the 𝗖𝗟𝗘 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴!

It was so lovely meeting you, chatting with you, and seeing so many faces come by to say hello. 😊

We’re always grateful for the opportunity to connect with our community and share information about the services and supports we offer that can help seniors and their families access the resources they need.

Age Friendly Thunder Bay

09/25/2026

Why does a Living Wage matter?
A Living Wage helps build stronger workplaces and a stronger community.
When employers commit to paying a living wage, they can:
✨ Support worker wellbeing
🤝 Improve employee retention
🌱 Demonstrate community leadership
🏘️ Strengthen the local economy

Every employer that joins the Thunder Bay Living Wage Campaign helps move our community toward a more sustainable and inclusive local economy.

📣 Is your organization ready to take the next step? 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗮 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗕𝗮𝘆 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗲𝗿! Email - [email protected] for more information.

Elevate NWO, Itec 2000, Independent Living Resource Centre, Kinna-aweya Legal Clinic, Nalu, Roots to harvest, Wequedong Lodge, BAY Credit Union Limited

09/23/2026

Join us for a conversation about how AI is being used, the opportunities it presents, and the questions we need to consider as it becomes part of everyday work.
We hope you’ll join us. Please register using the link below:
https://www.lspc.ca/ai-information-session/