Posted: March 20, 2012
Two District 16 Schools were recipients of "Join the Wellness Movement" grants at a Wellness Celebration held at Ian Baillie Primary School on March 19th. Nelson Rural School and Bonar Law Memorial School received $1000 and $500 grants respectively. The grants were presented by local MLA, Minister of Public Safety, Robert Trevors. During the ceremony comments regarding the importance of wellness ( being physically active, eating healthy, being tobacco free and maintaining mental fitness) were made by Joan Cripps representing the City of Miramichi, Mr. Trevors representing the Government of New Brunswick and Renee Frenette on behalf of MANGO. Two classes of Ian Baillie students also participated playing games and demonstrating their knowledge of wellness supported by the playful antics of the Timberwolves hockey team mascot. Also receiving grants at the ceremony where the Newcastle Whitecaps Swim Team ($500) and the New Brunswick Youth Center ($500).