November 2019
53rd Annual Royale Greater Moncton Santa Claus Parade
The Royale Greater Moncton Santa Claus Parade is looking forward to their 53rd year of delighting children, families and the young-at-heart on Saturday, November 23rd. Each year thousands of children and families flock to Greater Moncton from throughout New Brunswick, P.E.I. and Nova Scotia to see the beautiful floats and especially the big star of the evening, jolly old Saint Nick, who takes time out of his busy schedule to greet the happy boys and girls. The parade begins at…
Find out more »December 2019
The $5 Challenge
Join us for the The $5 Challenge, presented by Medavie! Greater Moncton is attempting to set a Guinness World Record for the longest line of paper currency in a row at the Avenir Centre Wednesday, December 11. The $5 Challenge is being undertaken in support of the Beauséjour Crisis Resource Centre. The goal for the challenge is a total of $200,000 - that's 40,000 five dollar bills strung together with tape - totaling a distance of just over 6km! The Beauséjour…
Find out more »June 2020
Relay at Home
This year, the Canadian Cancer Society has re-imagined Relay For Life into Relay At Home. RELAY AT HOME is a new, fun, and interactive way for participants to fundraise and Relay online, from the comfort of their homes, respecting physical distancing rules. Relay at Home is an inspiring virtual gathering of people dedicated to creating a world where no one fears cancer. Relay participants of all ages from across Canada will unite on June 13 from 8 – 10p.m. AST (7 –…
Find out more »September 2020
Ronald McDonald House PJ Walk for Kids 2020
We're thrilled to announce that the 4th annual Ronald McDonald House PJ Walk for Kids 2020 will be going ahead this fall in a new, family-centric format that can be enjoyed from your own home and neighbourhood! Join us between Sept. 25th and Oct. 2nd, 2020, from wherever you live in the Maritimes. All participants will receive a race kit for PJ Walk Week, which will include treats, surprises, directions for all of the activities that you can participate in…
Find out more »February 2021
An Evening About Mental Health For Youth, About Youth, By Youth
Struggling during the pandemic? As youth, we know being isolated has taken its toll on all of our mental health. But, as the Moncton-Riverview-Dieppe Youth Council, we are here to say that you are not alone, and that we are all in this together! On February 17th, from 7pm to 8pm we will be hosting a Facebook live event, including a live interview with NB's Minister of Education and Early Childhood Development, the Hon. Dominic Cardy. Our goal is to…
Find out more »March 2021
Transit Operator and Worker Appreciation Day.
Today is Transit Operator and Worker Appreciation Day. Almost one-year since the first lockdown, let's honour these workers on social media. Not just frontline operators, but also the maintenance crews, mechanics, dispatchers and others who have kept our communities running safely—and still do! Use the hashtag #thankstransit.
Find out more »September 2021
FEDERAL ELECTION DAY
To vote, you must be a Canadian citizen, be at least 18 years old on election day and prove your identity and address. Vote today at your assigned polling station on election day, Monday, September 20, 2021. Polls will be open for 12 hours (hours vary by time zone). To find your polling station, check your voter information card or use the Voter Information Service.
Find out more »March 2022
INTERNATIONAL WOMAN’S DAY
International Women's Day 2022 theme is 'Break the Bias' There are MANY events celebrating the day. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY Here in HRM, all are welcome to a free virtual event. When: from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Where: Zoom. Please register for the virtual event https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_J3lzwuwsR_GmzAwqz4M9eQ
Find out more »SAINT PATRICK’S DAY
Saint Patrick's Day is a cultural and religious celebration held on 17 March, the traditional death date of Saint Patrick (c. AD 385–461), the foremost patron saint of Ireland. Saint Patrick's Day is a public holiday in the Republic of Ireland, Northern Ireland, the province of Newfoundland and Labrador (for provincial government employees), and the British Overseas Territory of Montserrat.
Find out more »FIRST DAY OF SPRING
In 2022, the March equinox happens today at 12:33PM. ADT. In the Northern Hemisphere, this date marks the start of the spring season. In the Southern Hemisphere, the March equinox marks the start of autumn, while the September equinox marks the start of spring.
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