Did you know that today, March 1st is Employee Appreciation Day? Make sure to take a moment and recognize others in the workplace today.
We are lucky to have an outstanding team here at East Hants Community Learning, including:
our dedicated instructors in the classroom
our caring drivers in every East Hants Community Rider vehicle
our office staff that go above and beyond every day to help others
We couldn’t offer the range of programs and services we do without the hard work and commitment of our staff. Thank you for being the wonderful people you are.
Interested in thanking our staff? Share your stories with us:
phone: 902-883-1608
email: communications@communityrider.com
mailing address: 224 Highway 214, Suite 101, Elmsdale, NS B2S 1J7
Programs to Help You
Learn Technology and Skills for Life
Some of our upcoming programs cover some essential topics that everyone should know. Below are brief descriptions of each:
Info Session on Taxes and Service Canada – March 20th – 9 a.m. to 12 noon – Taxes are something everyone should know. This session covers benefits for individuals (including seniors and people with disabilities) as well as a demonstration to help you learn how to file your taxes. Service Canada will also be here with information on the new Dental Benefit, as well as other supports and services available.
Healthcare Lunch & Learn – April 10th, 12 noon to 1 p.m. – Looking for help navigating the healthcare system? We will have a session together with staff from Primary Care to answer questions and enjoy a tasty lunch.
Stay Safe Online, Emergency Preparation, Useful Appsand more – Sessions Available on Request – These workshops are designed to share skills and information to keep you safeandconnected. These are ideal for small groups and available on request for anyone that is interested.
Interested in a session? Give us a call or send an email and let us know:
Phone: 902-883-1608
Email: communications@communityrider.com
Promote Your Business
Support a Local Non-Profit
Get Recognized!
Looking to advertise your business, promote an event or connect to the community? Consider joining our Corporate Support Program! We have a range of promotional opportunities, including posters on the windows of our vans, a message on our Highway 214 sign or sponsorship for a range of free or low cost community events.
All funds given through the Corporate Support Program go directly back into our programs and services. This is a great way to give back to the community and spread the word in East Hants.
We have a variety of frozen meals available in our Community Freezer. These meals are available for anyone in our community that needs them. Our current selection includes:
– Pasta with Ham, Leeks, and Spinach
– Ham, Broccoli and Rice
– Ham & Bean Soup
– Pizza Pasta Casserole
– Mushroom Broccoli Pasta
– Chicken Paprikash
– Braised Chipotle Sweet Potatoes
– Hamburger Soup
Hours for pick up are between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., Monday to Friday (excluding holidays). Before you come, give us a call at 902-883-1608 so we can get your meals packed and ready. Please note that there are limited quantities of each meal.
Do you or someone you know want to improve their English? We have a free community English class that is open to learners of all levels. Classes are Thursday mornings from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at our office, 224 Highway 214 in Elmsdale.
Every week, we discuss a new topic, introduce vocabulary, ask questions, watch videos to test listening skills and much more. The goal is to get comfortable speaking, reading and writing English on a wide variety of topics.
Interested in joining in? Everyone is welcome! Please get in touch so we can have a seat ready for you. Due to the mixed levels of learners in the class, some topics may be more challenging than others.