NSCA is committed to providing high-quality services and programs for the English-speaking population across the North Shore. We regularly conduct research within our communities to establish the current needs of the population, and implement programs to address these needs.
Seniors
- 50+ Wellness Programming in Sept-Iles & Baie Comeau
- Intergenerational activities with English schools
- 50+ Breakfast get-togethers
- Webinars and videoconferences for seniors and caregivers
- Annual Caregiver Conference
- Senior check-in service
- Senior volunteer program
Youth
- Travelling Literacy Book Bags available in Baie-Comeau, Port-Cartier, and Sept-Îles
- Toddler Time in Sept-Îles: monthly fun and educational workshops for children aged 0 to 5 years, with games, crafts and healthy snacks
- Story Time in Port-Cartier: a monthly literacy workshop for children aged 0 to 5 years, with crafts and healthy snacks
- Career and entrepreneurship workshops led by career professionals
- Career Days for secondary-school students across the North Shore
- School Readiness Kits, Baby Book Bag
Health and Social Services
- Travel 4 Health online toolkit for anyone who has to travel for medical purposes.
- Video conferences and presentations led by health specialists
- Health Passport assistance at medical appointments
Arts and Culture
- Sponsorship of English-language films at area film festivals
- Work with local historical, educational, and archaeological partners to develop exhibits and presentations in English
- Book club
Keeping in Touch
- NSCA community newsletter “Let’s Get Connected” published quarterly and available in both print and online
- Stay in touch: join our Facebook Page (“North Shore Community Association”)