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August Games Night

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Come join us for a fun and relaxed Games Night! Bring along your favourite board games or card games, or just come and enjoy playing with others. It’s a great chance to unwind, connect, and have some laughs. Light refreshments will be provided. Everyone is welcome—we hope to see you there!

  • Date: Monday, August 3, 2026
  • Time: 6 pm – 8 pm
  • Location: EmpowerNL Kitchen

Register here: August Games Night Registration Form

Community Inclusion – Walking Session

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Join us for a walk around Kenny’s Pond (next to the mini-Golf course on MacDonald Drive). Have a chat with friends and get moving. A great way to get out and be active during these warm summer months.

If there is interest in this Session, we will continue monthly.

  • Date: Wednesday, August 12, 2026
  • Time: 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
  • Location: 150 MacDonald Drive, St. John’s

Register Here: Community Inclusion Walking Session Registration Form

Annual Members’ BBQ!

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It’s almost grill time!

This year, we are returning to a traditional Garden Party BBQ. Join us for some fun and enjoy some music, hamburgers and hot dogs.

Don’t forget everyone’s favourite – bingo, spin wheels and a few other games of chance. We will also have some of our Youth Ventures participants with tables selling their goods. (If that interests you, make sure to bring some money.)

  • Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026
  • Time: 12 pm – 2:30 pm
  • Location: EmpowerNL, 4 Escasoni Place, St. John’s

Register here: Annual Members’ BBQ Registration Form

August Dinner Club

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Join us for Dinner Club, where Members of EmpowerNL meet at a local restaurant for a meal and to enjoy each other’s company. Each person pays for their own food. These outings help restaurant owners learn how to make their restaurants more accessible, comfortable, and welcoming for everyone.

  • Date: Wednesday, August 19, 2026
  • Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
  • Location: 930 The Boulevard, Legion Branch No. 56, Pleasantville

Register Here: August Dinner Club Registration Form

Learning Session – Instagram Basics

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New to Instagram? This beginner-friendly session will teach you how to create posts, share photos and videos, follow friends and organizations, use hashtags, and adjust your privacy settings. You’ll also learn about helpful accessibility features and simple tips to use Instagram safely and confidently.

This training is easy to follow, step-by-step, and focused on real-life use so participants can feel more confident online. Please register as space is limited.

  • Date: Wednesday, August 26, 2026
  • Time: 2:00 pm – 3:00 PM
  • Location: Empower – 4 Escasoni Place

Register Here: Instagram Basics Registration Form

Join Us for July Games Night!

Across the bottom are images of dice, cards and a board game. Title reads Games Night. The EmpowerNL logo is centered at the top.

Come join us for a fun and relaxed Games Night! Bring along your favourite board games or card games or just come and enjoy playing with others. It’s a great chance to unwind, connect, and have some laughs. Light refreshments will be provided. Everyone is welcome—we hope to see you there!

Event Details

  • Date: Monday, July 6, 2026
  • Time: 6 pm – 8 pm
  • Location: EmpowerNL Kitchen

Register here: July Games Night Registration Form

July Learning Session

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Learning Session: Facebook Basics & Staying Connected (Beginner Friendly Session)

We are offering a simple, hands-on introduction to Facebook designed especially for seniors and beginners who want to stay connected with family and friends.

In this session, participants will learn how to:

  • Create a Facebook account
  • Add friends and connect safely
  • Post photos and updates
  • Use Messenger to send messages
  • Recognize scams and fake accounts
  • Adjust privacy settings for safer use

This training is easy to follow, step-by-step, and focused on real-life use so participants can feel more confident online. Perfect for anyone new to Facebook or wanting a refresher in a supportive environment. Space is limited.

  • Date: Wednesday, July 15, 2026
  • Time: 1:30 pm – 3:00 PM
  • Location: Empower – 4 Escasoni Place

Register here: Facebook Basics Learning Session Registration Form

July Peer Support Group

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Topic: Indoor Growing and Composting, Recycling and Reducing Waste

We’re going green! Join us for a hands-on exploration of growing and composting indoors, recycling in the Metro area and ways to reduce waste and become more sustainable in your daily life.

  • Date: Monday, July 27, 2026
  • Time: 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
  • Location: EmpowerNL Kitchen

Register here: July Peer Support Registration Form

Follow Up Survey – Accessible Public Transportation!

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As a follow-up to the Accessible Public Transportation Virtual Town Hall held in March 2025, we’re asking you to share your experiences using accessible public transportation over the past 12 months (May 2025 – June 2026).

Your feedback will help identify barriers and improve accessible transportation services in your area.

The survey can be found here: Accessible Public Transportation Follow Up Survey

If you need help completing this survey, please contact: advocacysupport@empowernl.ca or call (709) 722-4031.

New! Gender Based Violence Peer Support Program

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Are you a woman or gender diverse individual with a disability who is experiencing or has survived Gender Based Violence (GBV)?

EmpowerNL is launching a new 10-month peer support program in July 0f 2026 to provide you with resources and support to help you navigate your experiences. Those who register and participate in the full program will receive a $300.00 participant incentive at the end of the program.

Follow this link to register and receive more information: GBV Peer Support Group Registration Form