Humber Current - December 2011
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Wellness Coalition Community Grants
The Western Regional Wellness Coalition is accepting applications for community grants of up to $1000. Grants are available to community organizations with activities focusing on the wellness priorities: healthy eating, physical activity, living smoke –free, injury prevention, mental health promotion, child & youth development, healthy environments, and health literacy. The deadline for applications is March 15.

Funding: Conservation Corps NL Green Team
Conservation Corps Newfoundland and Labrador is currently seeking proposals for funding through the Green Team Program. Community Partners are eligible to receive funding and assistance from the Conservation Corps associated with hiring youth to work on a proposed community project. For more information and to apply visit http://ccnl.ca/community-partners/

Board & Committee meetings
February 28 at 3pm at Academy Canada - EXECUTIVE MEETING; February 28 at 4:30 at Academy Canada - BOARD MEETING

HEDB's New Phone Number
(709) 785-6390

Business Wings is now on Facebook!
Visit our Facebook page and "like it": www.facebook.com/businesswings

Innovative Workplace Program
Are you struggling with recruiting and retaining the key staff you need? Enter the CBDCs! You can access up to $5,000 for innovative solutions to recruitment and retention challenges. Costs will be reimbursed based on approved activities and you will be required to provide feedback on results of the initiative. To find out if you're eligible and if your project qualifies, contact your local CBDC office for more information.

Agriculture Research Coordinator Report Summary- Now Available!
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Marble Mtn Request for Proposals
HEDB is working in partnership with Marble Mountain for a land-base area development plan. There has been a Request for Proposals issued for this. Please visit the New Releases section of the website to see the full RFP. The terms of reference for this can be requested through Mark Lamswood at edo@humber.nf.ca.

Intro to Network mapping Workshop
Are networks important to your work? Do you want to understand how to map and strengthen local networks? This workshop will explore the background and technique of social network analysis through presentations and practical hand-on activities. It will also provide an overview of ideas for weaving and strengthening new and existing networks.The workshop is open to everyone and there is no fee for attending. Where: College of the North Atlantic , Room 1008 When: February 6, 1-5pm RSVP to: J

Age-friendly NL Grants
Applications are now being accepted for the Age-Friendly NL (AFNL) Grants Program. Funding is available to assist incorporated municipalities, seniors’ organizations and retiree groups in planning for an aging population. A total of $200,000 will be distributed. The deadline for applications for the AFNL Grants Program is February 15, 2012. Further information on the program, including the application form and guidelinesis available at www.health.gov.nl.ca/health/grantsfunding/age_friendly.html.

NEW EDO
HEDB is pleased to announce that Mark Lamswood has been hired as the new Economic Development Officer (EDO). Mark brings a strong background in economic development having owned and operated his own company and worked for the Red Ochre Regional Board for three years. We are happy to have Mark join the team on Jan. 30th. Welcome aboard, Mark!!