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Backpacks for needy kids from Aliant


SAINT JOHN - Crayons, coloured pencils and markers, pencils, pens, highlighters, erasers, glue sticks and bottled glue, rulers, scribblers, duo tangs, loose-leaf lined paper, notebooks, binders, safety scissors and pencil sharpeners are just some of the products that Aliant and the Aliant Pioneer Volunteers are collecting this month.They are working to make back-to-school easier for children in need with Backpacks for Kids. Through this project, the Aliant Pioneer Volunteers distribute backpacks filled with school supplies to school and community based organizations that support children and families. "From working with our community partners we know that the cost to prepare children...