The Communication Coordinator is responsible for providing news and information on our services, programs, events and emergent issues. Part of that process involves posting news, media releases, and other updates to our website. Additionally, the Communications Coordinator organizes, manages, and publishes content to Start Me Up Niagara's social media channels.

The Communications Coordinator also track and facilitate media inquiries as we value the role that media plays in keeping citizens informed. Start Me Up Niagara will attempt to answer all inquiries and do our best to the Communications Coordinator available to respond in a timely manner.

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For immediate or urgent inquiries, our Communications Coordinator, Sam Dekker can be reached at mediacom@startmeupniagara.ca

Recent Press Releases

News & Updates

Amalgamation of Niagara’s Mobile Closet and Start Me Up Niagara

Nov 10th, 2022

Start Me Up Niagara (SMUN) is very excited to announce the amalgamation of Niagara’s Mobile Closet (NMC) and SMUN to help those most in need in our communities. SMUN and NMC have a long history of ensuring that those living in low income areas and those experiencing homelessness have access to clean, new clothes, hygiene products and other community services. This mobile program allows individuals easier access to clothing, allows individuals to grow and to participate.

Warming Centre to open in St. Catharines for the vulnerable

Jan 24th, 2022

Jan. 24, 2022 – With temperatures dropping, Start Me Up Niagara (SMUN), Silver Spire United Church and Niagara Region have worked jointly to open a warming centre to give those who are vulnerable and may be experiencing homelessness a safe, warm indoor place to rest and access amenities in St. Catharines. Silver Spire United Church located at 366 St. Paul Street in St. Catharines will be opening its doors for the warming centre on Monday, Jan. 24, 2022.

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