Connecting Albert County - Wellness and Recreation - Connecting Albert County

Bridging Distances, Building Community - One Ride at a Time

28/1/2026

Submitted by Kelly Taylor, Executive Director

Every meaningful journey starts with someone saying yes — yes to helping, yes to making a difference. At Urban/Rural Rides, that’s exactly what our volunteers have done. They’ve stepped up, taken the wheel, and helped people get where need to go — whether it’s to the doctor, the grocery store, or just out and about in their community again.

As our program continues to grow, we’re taking a moment to recognize some truly special folks — longtime volunteers who are now retiring after years of giving their time, kindness, and care.

Footloose in Fundy Albert Hosts Event for February Frolic

28/1/2026

Submitted by Melody Land, CAC Coordinator

Footloose in Fundy Albert is an initiative spearheaded by a group of collaborative organizations and individuals who are passionate about our community and it’s health, through supporting local sport and recreation. Every year we work together in the ParticipACTION Community Challenge, which is a fun, nationwide event that takes place every June. We help coordinate people, schools, businesses, and organizations from all over Fundy Albert join in to help us become Canada’s Most Active Community. The Canadian community with the most engagement and activity could win $100,000 to support local sports and recreation - and this year we want to win!

Survey for Human & Social Services Workers

28/1/2026

Article & Images Submitted by Vanessa Woodacre, Coordinating Instructor, NBCC

Are you in the field of Human services? Social Services? Do you help people in need? We’d love to hear your voice!

We are hoping that folks in the field of human/social services wouldn’t mind lending us a hand in filling out a short survey - we'd really love your help!!

All survey responses will be shared with our HSP NBCC students, industry leaders on a leadership panel, and serve as a basis for topics for a final end of program presentation students will be completing.

To complete the survey go here:

February Frolic from the 11th - 16th

28/1/2026

Article & Images Submitted by Micha Fardy, Friends of Fundy

A warm embrace goes out to all the community partners hosting activities and events! Moonbrook Manor, Alma Recreation Council, St Martins Chamber of Commerce, Chipoudy Communities Revitalization Committee, Old Molly's Bar, Broadleaf Guest Ranch, Nature Sussex, Maplegrove Inn, Codiac Cycling Trails, Footloose in Fundy Albert, and Fundy National Park!

Stay tuned for more details on each activity! Folks can find more details on specific activities on the Friends of Fundy FB February Frolic Event www.facebook.com/share/16zZ9wFx3S

Fundy Curling Club is in Full Swing!

28/1/2026

Image of stick curling at FCC.

Article & Images Submitted by Alan Demaline

As the Fundy Curling Club heads into the very busy month of February we would like to first send out a congratulations to Jamie Wright who managed to find the Ace of Spades and take home almost $35,000.00 in the latest round of our extremely successful Chace the Ace. Money raised through this fundraiser over the years has helped the FCC fund projects that would not have been possible otherwise. A huge thank you to everyone in our fabulous community who have supported this event over the years and helped the club get to where it is today.

BACH 50/50 Gold Rush

28/1/2026

Did you know that there are now two ways to purchase our 50/50 Gold Rush Draw tickets? Scan the QR code with your phone's camera, tap the link, and purchase your tickets! Or, you can type in www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/bachcf to your internet browser on any of your devices.

By supporting this draw, you are supporting the healthcare of the residents of Albert County! All funds raised will have a direct impact on healthcare initiatives in our community as all funds are utilized to enhance community health services, including programs, facilities, equipment, and training opportunities in primary health care sites, community organizations, and schools throughout the County. Your continued support is greatly appreciated!

Draws will be advertised on Facebook, the Foundation website, and here in Connecting Albert County!

The Next Draw Dates:

January 28, 2026
February 25, 2026

To learn more about the BACH Foundation, please go to their website www.bachfoundation.com, call 506-882-3100, or email [email protected].

Report on Avoidable Deaths from the New Brunswick Health Council

28/1/2026

Submitted by Nay O'Leary,
Executive Director for Citizen Engagement

The New Brunswick Health Council released an article on avoidable deaths in New Brunswick. The article "Avoidable deaths in New Brunswick: What the Data tells us" (https://nbhc.ca/avoidabledeaths) offers observations on avoidable deaths rates across the province and the variability between the seven health zones as well as an outlook on the leading causes of avoidable deaths in each health zone.

Ditch New Years Resolutions and Experience Sustainable Health Improvements

28/1/2026

Article & Images Submitted by
Bre (Stevens) Linzel, Dietician & Melody Land, Counselling Therapist at Bluemind Counselling & Consulting, www.bluemindcc.com

Image of Bre Linzel, RD

As we've entered into February and the excitement and energy from celebrating a new year begins to fade, we are faced with the realities of the action required behind the ideas and goals we've set. This can prove incredibly daunting. In fact, most of us host a graveyard that holds the ghost of New Year's Resolutions past!

Image of Melody Land, LCT

Your Guide to Our Well Women’s Health Clinic at The Albert County Community Health Centre

28/1/2026

Submitted by Amy Goodine, BN, RN, Albert County Community Health Centre

A Well Women’s Clinic exists to promote, protect, and maintain women’s health, with a focus on prevention, early detection, and education to ensure that women receive necessary services and support throughout their lives.

Resources Focused on Helping Older Adults Live Well in New Brunswick

28/12/2025

Submitted by Lise Guignard, Office Manager, New Brunswick Senior Citizens' Federation 
(506) 857-8242 [email protected]/[email protected]

211 NB Helpline: A free information and referral helpline for New Brunswickers to call when they need help finding supports in their community.

Ways to access:

Dial 2-1-1
Toll-Free Line: 1-855-258-4126
Toll-free Text-based line (for those who are deaf, speech impaired, or hard of hearing): 1-855-405-7446
Email: [email protected]

Or go online:

English: https://nb.211.ca/search/
French: https://nb.211.ca/recherche

Aging in New Brunswick: A User’s Guide

English: https://www.stu.ca/aging-in-nb-en/
French: https://www.stu.ca/vieillir-au-nb-fr/

To request a printed copy, call 2-1-1 or visit your local library.