CERT Canada Summit 4 is now accepting registrations. For details, please visit Bridges of Love (http://www.bridgesoflove.net) to register on-line at the EventBrite web site.

Please note that Summit 4 is now divided into two parts; Part 1 on April 11 and Part 2 on June 12/13. Those who complete all…

February 27, 2014 Toronto, Ontario

Introduction

Prime Minister Stephen Harper today honoured the recipients of the second Prime Minister's Volunteer Awards (PMVA) at a special ceremony in Toronto. He was accompanied by Candice Bergen, Minister of State (Social Development).

The Prime Minister’s Volunteer Awards recognize two national recipients, one for…

Join the 'Bearly' Family to be "CERTified". Our Community Emergency Response Team training information meeting will be held on February 19th at Bridgeland/Riverside Community Hall @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am. RSVP margpollon@bridgesoflove.net http://www.bridgesoflove.net

WHEN DISASTER STRIKES! Knowledge and preparedness help eliminate fear should an emergency occur. The Alberta Floods gave insight into how quickly such an emergency can be transformed into a disaster. Bridges of Love is introducing the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training. This excellent basic emergency training is tested and…

"Bridge over Troubled Water - Bearing Together" was a very special time for all. We appreciated Coby Duerr, Assistant Deputy Chief with the Calgary Emergency Management Agency who shared their experiences through the Calgary Floods. Also, we appreciated Joan Crockatt, MP Calgary Centre, and Wayne Cao, MLA Calgary Fort for…

We have a church from High River in need of some items. These are their present needs:

sofa, bed,dinning table, drawers, washer/dryer, dishwater, rice cooker, cooking pots, blankets, bed sheets and pillows, plates, spoons and forks.

We do have some of these items listed so are now in need of…

It has been another very worthwhile and rewarding week. Thanks so much to those who helped the Philippino Family with putting their lives together by donating and delivering furnishings. I know they were so pleased with all they received. Thank you to those involved.

Also, appreciated meeting one of our…

We are pleased that many of the needs posted on this site have been met. We are still searching, however, for a home for a Bridgleland resident who is looking for a two bedroom townhouse. If you know of any units coming available for Oct. 1, please post or call…

Doris Fleck, writer for City Light News, shares experiences of various churches, agencies, ministries and individuals who have helped and continue to assist Alberta Flood victims. http://www.calgarychristian.com/

Larry Heather, Gospel Roads, interviews Samaritan's Purse and Bridges of Love to hear stories of people assisted through the Alberta flood situation. bridgesoflove.net/Track16.mp3

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Matches are starting to occur more readily due to the increase in needs being posted to our site. Two vehicles were recently matched with flood victims who lost their mode of transportation. What a gift to be mobile again... Thank you to the kind generosity of those who donated cars.…

In late June Southern Alberta was devastated by unprecedented flooding. Whether rural communities like High River, urban neighbourhoods in Calgary, or the southern Alberta First Nations, thousands of people have been affected.

In a truly Albertan and Canadian manner, the very best of the human spirit has risen as we…

5th year of Back-to-School event is being held at Highland MB church located 4018 Centre B street NW. Monday, August 19 and Tuesday, August 20th where we give out to people who need a boost for back to school -- free backpacks with school supplies and free haircuts from volunteer…

We are so very appreciative to Georgina, a nine year old little girl who felt the children's loss, when she saw a photo of a dirty pair of bears in the back seat of a car, devastated by the flood. She made the decision on her own, to share her…

Summer camps for ages 7 - 18 at Sundre and Rocky Mtn. House locations offering camp to flood victims at half price. All camps have openings. Please call Della at the Sundre site 1.800.511.2660.

Please consider adopting a family to give a little extra assistance during this difficult time. If you would like to hear more about "Adopt-a-Family" please click on "I Want to Give" button and check "Other". Then under the description box, fill in your desire to participate.

For those who wish…