Programs and Services Offered Each Week

All CVRC programs and services are offered free of charge, with the exception of the Food Purchasing Club.

The Clothing Room has free new & used women’s, men’s and children’s clothing. We welcome donations of good quality, clean, seasonal clothing.  

The CVRC has a fax and copy machine to assist residents with resumes, pay stubs, tax forms and other important information.This service is for CV residents and there is no charge.  We reserve the right to limit the number of copies made.

Free healthy snack and coffee Monday -Friday 9:00-11:00. Join friends and neighbours while having a free healthy start to the day. Kids are welcomed - with parents or caregivers.  

Housing NB’s Program Officers are available every Friday from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Crescent Valley Resource Centre. This is a great chance to speak directly with someone about your housing concerns and tenancy-related questions. Note: This service is for current Crescent Valley & Anglin Drive tenants only.

CVRC has diapers and formula available for Crescent Valley residents. Residents are able to receive an emergency supply of diapers and/or formula once a month.

CVRC has a bike technician who is able to help with minor bike repairs.

Every Tuesday morning from 10 am-12 noon the Family Resource Centre offers a FREE family play group for children aged 0-5 and their parents or caregivers.  Play groups offer snacks, crafts and story time and a chance to meet other families. As a parent or caregiver you can get parenting support and learn new ways to improve your child’s development and well-being.  Drop-in, register at first visit. Note: Playgroup does not operate during the summer.  

Get help building a resume, preparing for an interview and/or looking for jobs online or just getting copies made of your current resume. This service is available for anyone. It doesn’t matter if you have a job now and just want something new or you haven’t worked in a long time. Call 693-8513 to make an appointment. Depending on availability of staff, sometimes walk-ins can be helped, too!   

Between the adult, youth and children's sections, there are over 2000 books available to borrow. To borrow a book, only your name, date and the title of book is required information. There are no cards and no due date.  There are no cards or  due date. Just return the book or books you've borrowed whenever you are finished with the book. Libraries are open during CVRC open hours.  

On Friday mornings from 10 am-12 noon, a group of newcomer women gathers to learn, do a craft, and socialize. Also open to English speakers who enjoy crafts, learning new skills, and helping newcomers learn English. This group tries many activities, like crochet, knitting, sewing, cooking, and more. This is a time to share your knowledge, meet new friends, practice English, and help others learn. Thank you to our partners, Saint John Newcomers Centre and the community volunteers who make CV Crafts & Conversation Club possible. 

Residents who are in need of additional support or guidance may speak to our Neighbourhood Navigator Annaliese Nylen.

You can reach Annaliese by phone at 693-8513, 653-7571, or by email at cvrc.nylen@gmail.com.