#HistoricaHelps
#HistoricaHelps was created as an avenue to support causes close to the heart of Historica employees. Every year, Historica works with several local charitable groups, initiatives, and causes to support the following causes:
- Local at-risk youth
- Community improvement and beautification
If you work with groups that support any of these causes, please feel free to reach out to to discuss further.

Some of the wonderful organizations we have worked with

Big Brother Big Sister MEGA BIKE
Brown Bag Lunch Program
This team is composed of over 100 volunteers that provide over 400 lunches weekly to local students in the Saint John region. We are extremely grateful for the work done by Joan, Kathy, and the rest of their team. We look forward to watching the program continue to grow!
For more information on the Brown Bag Lunch Program, you can contact Joan Shillington (Joan.Shillington@bellaliant.net) or Kathy Dumouchel (dumouche@nbnet.nb.ca)


The Saint John Boys and Girls Club
Faces Of Fusion
The Historica Helps Committee would like to start by saying a HUGE THANK YOU to the Faces Of Fusion for all they do for our community!


JA Canada
Historica makes an annual donation to JA Canada. Since 1955, JA Canada has educated and inspired over 5 million Canadian youth. Each year, over 200,000 Canadian students participate in their financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship programs.
Participating in JA programs transforms students and gives them the knowledge and confidence needed to succeed in school, business, and life. Studies have shown that today’s most in-demand jobs didn’t exist ten years ago. JA prepares students to succeed in tomorrow’s careers, solve tomorrow’s challenges and launch businesses that create tomorrow’s jobs.
Learn more at https://jacanada.org/who-we-are/
The Saint John Rotary Gala
- School lunch programs
- Isolated senior holiday (December) gift bags
- Saint John Y camp donations
- Scholarships
- Ukraine refugee relief
- Contributions to school enrichment programs (transportation of students to Imperial Theatre programming)
- Community sports jerseys


Teen Resource Centre
The Historica Helps committee is honored to be a proud sponsor of TRC, supporting their incredible work throughout the year. Whether it's organizing a back-to-school drive or ensuring over 20 teen boys and girls have stockings to open on Christmas, we are dedicated to helping make a difference in the lives of these young individuals. Together, we can create brighter moments and lasting memories for those in need.
First Steps
We partnered with the first steps to join Adopt A Room Program! We have adopted a room to be completely renovated for a mother and child. We can not wait to see the room once it is finished.
More information about First Steps:
First Steps provides a safe and healthy environment for pregnant and parenting young women and their children who have no safe place to live. As the only organization of our kind, we are partially funded by the Province of New Brunswick, serving all of Atlantic Canada, and are active partners in New Brunswick’s Poverty Reduction plan.
First Steps programs and services support both pregnant and/or parenting young women and include mental health services, education, addiction services, childcare, and support programs. Young women are encouraged to further develop parenting skills, financial management, and complete their high school education or a training program.
You can find out more about First Steps on their Facebook Page linked below.


Festival Inspire
Next time you drive down Princess Street stop and take a look at the beautiful mural on the wall at 89 Princess Street. This Mural was done by Michele Mique from Festival Inspire focusing on community beautification.
For more information about Festival Inspire check out their website http://www.festivalinspire.com/saint-john/
Uptown Sparkles
Historica Helps at Jolly Trolley 2023! 🎄
We had the pleasure of hosting and sponsoring the famous Jolly Trolley this past holiday season! 🎅✨
It was a joy to serve hot drinks and treats to the community as everyone took their turn around King Square. There's no better way to spread holiday cheer than by elffing around with our wonderful neighbors!
Catch us next year for more festive fun! 🎉
#HistoricaHelps #JollyTrolley #HolidayCheer #CommunityLove #KingSquare


Stone Church Conservation
Did you know?
The Stone Church offers an abundance of services to the community, extending beyond spiritual care. Not only do they provide laundry services and hot meals for those in need, but they also help prepare individuals for the workforce. We are proud to have contributed to their conservation plan, ensuring that the church remains a pillar of support and strength for the community throughout 2024 and beyond.
Join us in supporting this incredible mission and helping to preserve such an important resource for our neighbors!
The Friars Family- Generational Poverty- Grand Theft Bus
Celebrating the Impact of the Friars Family
The Friars family has made an extraordinary impact over the years in the fight against generational poverty. We are over the moon to be a proud sponsor of the Grand Theft Bus concert, where 100% of the proceeds went directly to supporting this incredible cause.
We are inspired by the Friars family’s commitment to making a lasting difference, and we’re honored to contribute to their efforts. Together, we are building a stronger, more equitable future for all.
For more information about the Friars Family Fund, visit The Community Foundation.


The Annual Spring-Cleaning Initiative
Celebrating Earth Day with Uptown Saint John: A Yearly Tradition of Community Clean-Up
Each year, we proudly partner with Uptown Saint John and our neighbors to make a positive impact on our community. On Earth Day, our entire team comes together to participate in a city-wide clean-up, working hand-in-hand to help keep our beautiful city pristine. This event is something we look forward to every year, as it’s an opportunity to give back and contribute to the environment we all cherish. We are grateful for the chance to work alongside Uptown Saint John and our neighbors to keep our city clean and green.
Together, we can make a difference! 🌍💚
Recycling Program with the Joshua Group
Historica donates all recyclables from each building to the Joshua group. The Joshua Group is a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization serving at-risk children in the Greater Saint John area. For more information
Check out https://greg9341.wixsite.com/joshuagroup.


IWK
Keith & Margot (Owners of Historica) host an annual toy drive during the Christmas Holidays in support of the IWK. To honor the memory of Margot’s sister, Mary Jane McLaughlin. On September 15th, 2006, Dr. Mary-Jane McLaughlin passed away. Mary-Jane was continuing her medical training in Cleveland, Ohio, and had planned to return to Halifax to work at the IWK Hospital. Each year the team collects new, unwrapped toys and cash donations. These donations, along with others, allow Santa Claus to make a special visit to the hospital to give out toys to the young patients who can’t go home for Christmas. Several of these toys will be used in the psychiatric ward at the IWK. This wonderful group of individuals received an IWK Board Award of Community Excellence for this extremely successful fundraiser. The Historica Helps Community is proud to support this wonderful cause.