Additional supports are provided under the Support Services to Education agreement with the Departments of Health and Wellness and Family and Community Services, including social workers, clinical psychologists, speech language pathologists, nurses, and other rehabilitation services. Offer a variety of services related to wellness such as the Summer Reading Club for children and young people, as well as the Literacy Program for Kids. As an organizing body representing a network of 200 Community Access Centres across New Brunswick, it provides the most current information technology training while promoting economic and community development. The mission of Connect NB is to provide the citizens of New Brunswick with lifelong learning opportunities utilizing current technologies in an accessible community environment. The Active New Brunswick strategy is consistent with and is a key component of the comprehensive wellness strategy for New Brunswick.
Physical activity is a major component of health and well being.
A three-year plan has been developed that would require Board of Management approval and funding. The Sport, Recreation and Active Living Branch under the former Department of Municipalities previously presented information to the Select Committee on Health Care. At that time the Branch expressed interest in making a more detailed presentation specifically on the three-year plan to the Committee. Within the school system, the Department of Education is examining the implementation of a Peer Leadership initiative aimed at promoting physical activity in schools. Funding is provided to hire a facilitator for up to 40 weeks of free instruction for any adult learner who wishes to pursue academic upgrading for grade levels 1-9 and for GED preparation.