John Howard Society of Sudbury

Events

Welcome to our events page. This page will be updated on a monthly basis.

July, 2026

If you are a fellow agency in Sudbury, let us know if you have any events you would like to post.

Some Pride Week Events in July

 

For full list of events please go to:  http://www.sudburypride.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Pride-Guide-2026.pdf

 

MON 13TH

A colorful beaded pendant and scissors are featured in the foreground against a vibrant red and yellow background, advertising a 2-Spirit crafting event.

5:30 PM // 17H30
2Spirit & Indigiqueer Crafting event – bolo ties!

TUES 14TH
A vibrant poster for a "Big Gay Bike Ride & Film Screening" features a rainbow flag in the background and event details in the foreground.
5:30PM // 17H30
Big Gay Bike Ride and In The Closet Film Screening

WED 15TH 
In the foreground, delicate line drawings of flowers, birds, and books are scattered across a light gray background, while the background features bold text announcing "RESISTANCE ISN'T FUTILE" and "Decolonial and Anti-Racist Practices in Action" alongside the Fierté Sudbury Pride logo.

6 PM // 18H
Workshop: “Resistance Isn’t Futile: Decolonial and Anti-Racist Practices in Action”

Friday 17TH
 
A drag queen with a spiky headdress is featured in the foreground against a vibrant background advertising a Youth Pride Prom with event details and colorful abstract figures.
Saturday 18TH

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

September 30

The Indian Residential School system operated across Canada between the 1870s and the 1990s. Indian Residential Schools were created to separate Indigenous children from their families and communities, and to systematically strip away their traditions, cultural practices and languages.

 

September 10

World Suicide Prevention Day

Join Suicide Safer Network, and community organizations, on September 6 for a family-friendly event to raise awareness about suicide, its impact, and efforts to destigmatize suicide.

Together we can #StartTheConversation by changing the narrative on suicide. By initiating these vital conversations, we can break down barriers, raise awareness, and create better cultures of understanding and support.

Come out and enjoy community booths, snacks, prizes, and more!…  We look forward to seeing you there!

The commemoration in 2025 will take place at the New Sudbury Centre on September 6 from 10 am – 6 pm.  It is a family friendly event.

“Creating hope Through Action”

An estimated 703,000 people a year take their life around the world. For every suicide, there are likely 20 other people making a suicide attempt and many more have serious thoughts of suicide. Millions of people suffer intense grief or are otherwise profoundly impacted by suicidal behaviours.

Each suicidal death is a public health concern with a profound impact on those around them. By raising awareness, reducing the stigma around suicide, and encouraging well-informed action, we can reduce instances of suicide around the world.
World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) was established in 2003 by the International Association for Suicide Prevention in conjunction with the World Health Organization (WHO). The 10th of September each year focuses attention on the issue, reduces stigma and raises awareness among organizations, government, and the public, giving a singular message that suicide can be prevented.

We can all play a role in supporting those experiencing a suicidal crisis or those bereaved by suicide whether as a member of society, as a child, as a parent, as a friend, as a colleague or as a person with lived experience. We can all encourage understanding about the issue, reach in to people who are struggling, and share our experiences. We can all create hope through action and be the light.  (ref.  World Health organization www.who.int/campaigns/world-suicide-prevention-day/2022)

COMMEMORATION OF PRISONERS JUSTICE DAY    (August)

The John Howard Society of Sudbury , many other agencies and community members commemorated  Prisoner Justice Day commemoration on Friday, August 8  on the front lawn of the Sudbury Jail.  Many thanks to all who attended and to the Ministry of the Solicitor General/Sudbury Jail for giving us the opportunity to use the front lawn of the Sudbury Jail.

                    

 

Bingo at Delta Bingo Gaming Sudbury

     

Every month at Delta Bingo

Every week, on Thursday  we sponsor a bingo at Delta Bingo Gaming Sudbury. Join us for a great time !  Would you like to volunteer ?  Call Sara at the John Howard Society.

 

 

Did You Know ? …

You can contact the JHS at any time for information on the criminal justice system.  We are the leaders in the field of community criminal justice.