Town News

Help us Create the 2019 Fogo Island
Tourism Events Calendar!

What is it?
A comprehensive calendar of events that you, a community group, or a business is planning on hosting between May and October 2019.

Why is it important?
Visitors are planning trips to Fogo Island 5 months in advance on average. If you would like to attract business and be featured on visitor's itinerary then this is important for you, your business, and the success of OUR ISLAND!

How does this benefit you?
Greater... Read more.

Junior Canadian Rangers (JCRs) Meeting

Tuesday, November 27th, 2018
FICA Cafeteria
7:30 p.m.

There will be a meeting to discuss the forming a Fogo Island Junior Canadian Ranger Patrol for children between 12 to 18 years old.

Any questions please contact:
Lambert Dwyer
(709) 658-7359

ICEBERG ARENA

2018-2019 WEEKLY SKATING SCHEDULE

Sunday
3:00 PM
Family Skate
$3.00

Tuesday
3:20 PM
Public Skate (Toonie Tuesday)
$2.00

Wednesday
10:30 AM
Public Skate (Pre-Schoolers Welcome)
$3.00

Thursday
10:30 AM
Public Skate (Pre-Schoolers Welcome)
$3.00
7:00 PM
Public Skate
$3.00

CSA APPROVED HELMETS ARE MANDATORY FOR ALL AGES

Skating passes COMING SOON!

Call 266-1112 for the daily schedule
Call 266-1111 for inquiries or bookings for parties or functions.

Don't forget our gym upstairs is now open.

Keep active and have fun!

NOTICE

Due to the ongoing C.U.P.W. strike with Canada Post there could be a long delay in receiving any cheques and/or correspondence through Canada Post mail.

If you need to pay a bill from the Town of Fogo Island, we would strongly encourage to pay via the online bill payment method.

To pay your bill through online bill payments please see below. The following banks are registered to submit payments to the Town via electronic banking; Scotiabank,... Read more.

Employment Opportunity
Part Time/ Fill In- Transfer Station Operator/Waste Collector

Location: Fogo Island

Under the direction of the Manager of Operation, this position will be responsible for the Operation of the Local Transfer Station and Waste Collection on Fogo Island.
This position is responsible for the daily operations and maintenance of the LWMF building and grounds, at the Transfer station. At this site materials are collected, sorted and transferred to and from the... Read more.

Attention Men of Fogo Island and Change Islands!
You are invited to attend Men's Health Day

Wednesday, November 28th, 2018
10:30 am—3:00 pm
United Church Hall, Fogo Island Central

Featuring:

» Health Information «
From your local Health Care Providers

» Free Coffee break and Lunch «

» Guest Speakers «
Cpl. Jamie McWhirter and Vanessa McWhirter
who will share their journey with
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and recovery.

» Prizes and giveaways «

This event will provide great information and resources for First Responders and anyone who is interested in men's health!

To register, please contact Krista Harnett by Friday, November 23rd, 2018.

Phone #: 266-3404 or krista.harnett@centralhealth.nl.ca

Volunteer to do taxes for people in your community

Registration for the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program is now open!

Do you like helping people, need experience to add to your resume, or simply enjoy doing tax returns? Volunteer at a free tax clinic to complete tax returns for eligible people in your community.

With the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP), you'll be helping thousands of people get the benefits they're entitled to. As a CVITP volunteer, you'll receive training, guidance and tax software.
Make a difference in your community: Register to volunteer today!

As a CVITP volunteer, you'll receive training, guidance, and tax software.

Questions? Call 1-800-959-8281 to learn more about how to get involved.

Request for Proposal:
Repairs to the F.U. Trading Co. Marine Interpretation Centre Wharf — Seldom

Project Overview and Background

The Town of Fogo Island provides services to the residents of Fogo Island, additionally they are one of many groups that are cultural stewards of Fogo Island. The F.U. Trading Co (MIC) wharf is suffering from washout as its decades old ballast has deteriorated. It is important for this wharf to be accessible for public events, as well as for... Read more.