Bridges Institute

Bridges Institute

Bridges: A leader in counselling,research and training, focused on families and family violence.

Bridges began by a group of citizens in Truro, Colchester County and East Hants gathered together because they wanted to stop intimate partner violence. The community players who came together included the local women's shelter, the probation office, Addiction Services, Child Protection Services and the local Mental Health department at the local hospital. The staff were trained initially in Dulut

Photos from United Way of Colchester County's post 07/05/2024
07/04/2024

Our first Coffee & Chat is July 18th 2024! @580 Prince St. Email [email protected] to register!
Free gas card and food thermometer for everyone who attends!

07/02/2024

Our beautiful saltwater Lido Pool opens for the season tomorrow. Located in the Village of Chester just across from the Chester Yacht Club. Public Washrooms available on site.

Public Swims Free for Everyone
Schedule for 2024:

Mon-Fri 12pm-2pm and 5pm-8pm
Sat-Sun 12pm-8pm
Children must be accompanied by an adult in the water if under the age of eight during public swims.

*The schedule is subject to change due to weather conditions or lifeguard availability.

07/01/2024
06/29/2024

The KCFRC 2024 Summer Program schedule (including the United For Literacy Reading Tents *Updated Friday Schedule) is now available & we are open for pre-registration for the following programs: 1. Baby & Me, 2. Stroller Fit and 3. Tweens/Teens Chat โ€˜N Chill. Please contact us to register: 902-678-5760 or email: [email protected]

06/29/2024

Greatbopportunity for some music and recreation for parents and kids!

๐ŸŽถ The Sunday in the Park Concert Series will be back in action starting in July!! ๐ŸŽถ

Every Sunday in July and August from 2:00pm - 4:00pm in Victoria Park!

06/29/2024

We hope you all have an amazing summer!
Stop by today for a fresh fruit and prize.

HAPPY GRADING DAY EVERYONE

Photos from PACT (Parents and Children Together)'s post 06/29/2024
Parenting Journey: Have you filled a bucket today? 06/29/2024

Parenting Journey: Have you filled a bucket today? Self-care is a frequent topic on home visits in our Parenting Journey Home Visiting Program at The North Grove. One of the ways that we talk about self-care with parents and children, is by using the book, โ€˜Have You Filled a Bucket Today?โ€™ by Carol McCloud. In her book, McCloud presents the idea...

06/29/2024

Dads don't forget to stop in on Saturday with the kids!

06/29/2024

Join this lovely group of families today for our last June Family Baby Walk. Wed June 26, 12:30-2 PM at the Bible Hill Rec Park, 64 Guest Drive. We'll celebrate all of our birthdays with a 'Strawberry Social'. The sun will be warm, so come prepared to play in the Splashpad, playpark and/or go for a walk. Everyone welcome.
Throughout the summer, Family Walks and Park Hops will be on Thursdays, 10-11:30 AM. Stay posted for location details.

Photos from Truro Farmers Market Cooperative's post 06/29/2024
06/29/2024

๐ŸŒณ๐ŸŒฒ๐ŸŒณ๐ŸŒฒFor all dad's out there and male caregivers this hike is for you and your kids! Registration information on poster.๐ŸŒณ๐ŸŒฒ๐ŸŒณ๐ŸŒฒ please note this is not a Kids Action Program event.

06/29/2024

๐ŸŒŸ Exciting News! ๐ŸŒŸ The 2024 Colchester Food Truck Guide is now LIVE on trurobuzz.com/blog ! ๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿ•๐ŸŒฎ๐Ÿ”๐Ÿช

Get ready to explore the best of Colchester Countyโ€™s food trucks, including Sticks and Stone Woodfired Pizza and Catering, Not Your Grandma's Kitchen, TacoBros NS, Barnyard Grill, and CHULA VISTA Street Food. Discover their delicious offerings, summer event schedules, and more! ๐Ÿ˜‹๐Ÿšš

Donโ€™t miss out on this culinary adventure โ€“ head over to trurobuzz.com/blog now and start planning your summer foodie experience! ๐Ÿฝ๏ธโœจ



Check out their social media for updates on their locations throughout the summer!

06/29/2024

Amazing!!!

The Town of Truro is hosting a FREE Canada Day Concert in Civic Square on July 1st! ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ
A great way to celebrate with your family for no cost!
๐ŸŽถ Here's the schedule:
4:00pm โ€“ 5:00pm: Gasper Band
5:00pm โ€“ 6:00pm: Brigid Trio
6:00pm โ€“ 6:25pm: Opening and Greetings
6:30pm โ€“ 7:00pm: First Nations Performer
7:00pm โ€“ 7:30pm: Acadian Performer
7:30pm โ€“ 8:00pm: The McCready Brothers
8:00pm โ€“ 9:30pm: The Mellotones
10:00pm: Canada Day Fireworks from the Colchester Legion Stadium
Don't miss out on this fantastic celebration! ๐ŸŽ‰

06/29/2024

We'll be at Dream Acres MX Park in Earltown tomorrow starting 8:30 AM with breakfast burritos and hotdogs along with our special menu and in Downtown Truro for Canada day celebration this Monday also with our special menu ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ
See you there amigos!

Photos from Dalhousie Legal Aid Service's post 06/29/2024
06/29/2024

๐ŸŒณ๐ŸŽ‰ Save the Date! ๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŒณ

Join us at Victoria Park on Canada's Parks Day for a fun-filled celebration!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Date: July 20th, 2024
โฐ Time: 12:30pm - 4:00pm

Activities include:
๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ Kids Run
๐ŸŽˆ Balloon Animals & More
๐ŸŽถ Live Music

Mark your calendars and don't miss out!

Photos from Treaty Education Nova Scotia's post 06/24/2024
06/24/2024

Today's workshop, Soil Health & Fertilizers, is cancelled and will instead be held at the same time on Monday, July 15th. We hope that you can join us then!

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676 Prince Street
Truro, NS
B2N1G6

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm