Join us for the 18th annual Walk a Mile in HER Shoes event on Saturday, October 19th at the Pen Centre. We invite Niagara's men and male-identifying allies to march to end violence against women this October. Friends, family, and cheerleaders can join to help make an inspiring impact at this family-friendly event that includes face painting, live entertainment, breakfast and a photo booth!  Register, donate, and fundraise at www.walkamileinhershoes.ca

Registration starts at 10am - Walk begins at 11:00am - ends at 12:30pm at the Pen Centre 221 Glendale Avenue, St. Catharines 

Together we’ll meet different animals, learn about their care, and have the opportunity for hands-on interactions. Learn about gardening and animal-safe plants and help harvest plants to feed our small animals. We’ll create animal enrichment items and crafts, explore nature, decode animal behaviour and much more!  Camp runs from 8:45 am to 3:45 pm with a 15-minutes drop off and pick up window (8:30 am-4:00 pm) at HSHPE’s new shelter at 34 Wallbridge-Loyalist Road. Extended hours available until 4:30 pm (additional $15/day).

2024 camp sessions:

July 22-26 and August 12-16, 2024.

July 22-26 registration: https://donorbox.org/events/607414
August 12-16 registration: https://donorbox.org/events/607422

Join us Sat. July 27, 2024 at Joe's No Frills, 211 Bell Blvd., from 10-2.
Help aninmals in need at the shelter by filling the van with much needed items for the shelter, including:
• pate cat food
• Kitten, puppy & dog kibble
• non-clumping litter
• Zip-lock bags
• liquid laundry detergent
• sponges • paper towels
• heavy-duty garbage bags
• Dawn dish soap

Join us for an afternoon of fun in the garden!

Experience the charm of a Garden Party with live music at Royal Brock Retirement Living! Bring your lawn chairs and immerse yourself in an afternoon of nostalgia and fun. It’s the perfect opportunity to relax, enjoy the music, and get to know our vibrant community.

Take a tour and explore our beautiful grounds and facilities from noon to 3:00 PM. Whether you’re interested in learning more about our amenities, personalized care services, or simply want to meet our dedicated staff and residents, this event offers an inside look at what makes Royal Brock truly exceptional.

Gift yourself time to make the short drive to Frontenac Provincial Park for a guided, Forest Bathing walk. Immerse yourself in the forest through simple invitations. Find your natural balance, a deeper connection and belonging to our natural world. Unplug, relax and allow the goodness of the forest to soothe your mind, nourish your body & rejuvenate your soul.

Side effects of Forest Bathing can include; Reduced Stress, Increased Immunity, Laughter, Better Sleep, Enhanced Creativity and so much more. Come wander and find wonder again.

Each walk will be 3 hours in length & include a special forest tea and a light snack.

Testimonials

"The experience was well beyond any expectation. A soul refreshing afternoon that instilled an inner calm I continue to feel days later."

"Claire gently guided us along the path and brought us to a place of rest and healing. I came away feeling peaceful and calm with a renewed sense of what the forest has to offer all of us."