Our Beginnings
Temiskaming Multiple Births is a fellowship of men and women with the common goal of “enhancing the quality of life for multiples in our community.” As affiliate members of Multiple Births Canada our mission is “to improve the quality of life for multiple-birth individuals and their families in Canada.”
Temiskaming Multiple Births had its start in 1985. We thank the ladies who had the energy to add yet another layer to their already busy days! Our records indicate we owe a huge debt of gratitude to these founding members – Sharon Royal and Cathy McLennan. One of their first projects was a cookbook featuring great recipes for busy parents. To honour the original group TMB produced a commemorative 20th Anniversary Cookbook in 2005.
In the early years, our group name was Temiskaming Parents of Twins, but when a new member with triplets arrived it quickly became Temiskaming Parents of Multiples. At our Annual General Meeting in the Fall of 2000, to be recognized as an all-inclusive organization, we officially changed our name to Temiskaming Multiple Births. That year Multiple Births Canada also transitioned from Parents of Multiple Births Association (POMBA) Canada.
Temiskaming Multiple Births is a social orientated club with a focus on helping expectant and newborn families get through the first difficult months and years. Our members attend family and adult events, offer support to each other, and contribute to our local community. We cover from Kirkland Lake to Temagami, Elk Lake to Laverlochère, Quebec as well as all communities within and in outlying areas. We encourage our members to become lifetime supporters, paying forward or paying back as the case may be. Temiskaming Multiple Births is not associated with any sect, denomination, political entity or institution. Partnerships with other organizations that wish to enhance our goal are encouraged.
Members are required to renew their membership in November of every year. TMB memberships cost $30. Members in good standing have full access to the MBC website. Previous and new members requiring membership half way through the year will be pro-rated at one half of the regular renewal rate.
Temiskaming Multiple Births had its start in 1985. We thank the ladies who had the energy to add yet another layer to their already busy days! Our records indicate we owe a huge debt of gratitude to these founding members – Sharon Royal and Cathy McLennan. One of their first projects was a cookbook featuring great recipes for busy parents. To honour the original group TMB produced a commemorative 20th Anniversary Cookbook in 2005.
In the early years, our group name was Temiskaming Parents of Twins, but when a new member with triplets arrived it quickly became Temiskaming Parents of Multiples. At our Annual General Meeting in the Fall of 2000, to be recognized as an all-inclusive organization, we officially changed our name to Temiskaming Multiple Births. That year Multiple Births Canada also transitioned from Parents of Multiple Births Association (POMBA) Canada.
- SUPPORT is offered through regular meetings and mentorship
- FRIENDSHIP is extended at various social functions
- INFORMATION is made available through our resource library
Temiskaming Multiple Births is a social orientated club with a focus on helping expectant and newborn families get through the first difficult months and years. Our members attend family and adult events, offer support to each other, and contribute to our local community. We cover from Kirkland Lake to Temagami, Elk Lake to Laverlochère, Quebec as well as all communities within and in outlying areas. We encourage our members to become lifetime supporters, paying forward or paying back as the case may be. Temiskaming Multiple Births is not associated with any sect, denomination, political entity or institution. Partnerships with other organizations that wish to enhance our goal are encouraged.
Members are required to renew their membership in November of every year. TMB memberships cost $30. Members in good standing have full access to the MBC website. Previous and new members requiring membership half way through the year will be pro-rated at one half of the regular renewal rate.
