Seniors, Wellness and Social Development
October 15, 2015

Media Advisory: Minister to Address Session Focused on Poverty Issues

The Honourable Clyde Jackman, Minister of Seniors, Wellness and Social Development, will address a gathering of individuals and organizations engaged in issues around poverty tomorrow (Friday, October 16), at an information session hosted by the Community Sector Council NL and the Vibrant Communities Leadership Team.

The minister’s address will take place at 9:45 a.m. at the NL Housing and Homelessness Network Learning Centre, 1-2 East Drive (off Charter Avenue in Pleasantville).

Vibrant Communities St. John’s is a multi-sector community-based initiative, led by the Community Sector Council NL, which seeks to reduce poverty by collaborating with voluntary groups, the non-profit sector, all levels of government, business, and people who live with low income.

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Media contact:
Heather May
Director of Communications
Department of Seniors, Wellness and Social Development
709-729-0928, 697-5061
heathermay@gov.nl.ca

2015 10 15                             2:50 p.m.