Charlotte County Time Bank: where time is your currency.
Welcome to Charlotte County Time Bank, a not-for-profit, community-driven initiative where neighbours support neighbours. Our mission is to strengthen our community by connecting people who need help with those who can offer it, through the simple exchange of time instead of money, where all contributions are valued equally. Join our network of participants and experience the power of reciprocal giving and receiving, while helping build a more connected, resilient, and supportive community.
How time banking works
Timebanking is a revolutionary way to strengthen communities. For every hour you spend helping someone, you earn one time credit, which you can then "spend" on receiving an hour of help from another member. It's a system built on mutual respect, trust, and the understanding that everyone's time is equally valuable.
Give help
Offer your time and support to fellow members. Whether it’s gardening, tutoring, minor repairs, or simply providing companionship, every act of support makes a difference and earns you time credits.
Receive help
When you need support, you can request help from our network of members. Your earned time credits can be used to access assistance with a wide range of everyday tasks and services, or to connect with others to learn something new or simply enjoy an activity together.
Build community
Beyond the exchange of services, timebanking fosters genuine connections and strengthens the fabric of our community. It’s about building relationships, sharing time, and creating a supportive network where people feel connected and valued
Get involved
Become part of the growing Time Bank community in Charlotte County. Discover how you can share your time, connect with your neighbours, and benefit from the generosity, knowledge, and support of others.
Everyone Has Something to Offer
Timebanking is designed to benefit individuals, organizations, and the community as a whole. Members share their time in ways that fit their lives, earning time credits they can use whenever they need support. At its heart, timebanking is built on the belief that everyone has something valuable to offer, and everyone has something they may need in return.
A Time Bank helps us recognize that everyone can contribute, regardless of age, ability, background, education, or experience. It gives us a practical way to participate, support one another, and create a culture where asking for help is just as valued as offering it.
The greatest wealth of any community is its people — their knowledge, kindness, creativity, and willingness to help each other. A Time Bank helps bring that wealth together.
Offers & Requests Market
The Offers & Requests Market is an in-person gathering where Time Bank members come together to connect, share, and exchange. Over food, conversations, and stories, members have the opportunity to discover each other’s skills, share what they can offer, and let others know what kind of support they are looking for.
If you’re not sure how to get involved, the Offers & Requests Market is a great place to start and schedule your next Time Bank activity.
We regularly host these gatherings in St. Stephen, NB, and St. George, NB. Follow our Facebook page to find out when the next event is happening — we would love to see you there!
Stories from our members
Hear directly from those whose lives have been touched by the Charlotte County Time Bank. Their experiences highlight the profound impact of giving and receiving within our vibrant community.
"I believe in the power of communities. There is such a wealth of knowledge, skills, and labour power in the people of any community, but money serves as a barrier to isolate us from each other. Initiatives like time banks are such a valuable step in building community and meeting the needs of a community, regardless of economic standing. [...] Being a part of the time bank is extremely rewarding because I know I'm helping real people in a tangible way.”
— Aelia V., member since 2025
“This service has really been a blessing to the community and to me! I’ve lived in Saint Stephen for 4 years, and aside from church and some other regularly attended programs, I have found it difficult to make friends. [...] The Time Bank is exactly what I needed, and it’s something I think the world needs [...] I’m grateful for the friendships and conversations I’ve had. I’m happy to be offering my skills to the bank, and it’s fun to respond and meet new people!”
— Mary G., member since 2025
“Since joining the Time Bank, generous members have helped me move sod, learn to knit, discuss and explore other ways I could contribute to my new community professionally, and I have just completed sewing my first pair of pants! I also enjoy attending the Offers and Requests Market — putting faces to names, chatting, and meeting new people. I am looking forward to spring, getting outdoors, and helping out! Many thanks to my fellow members of the Time Bank — you are wonderful!”
— Valerie A., member since 2025
About us
Charlotte County Time Bank is a community-led, not-for-profit initiative launched in May 2025 in St. Stephen, NB. We are now growing into St. George, NB, and building connections across our local Charlotte County. Our vision is a vibrant, intergenerational community where everyone belongs and everyone feels they have something meaningful to contribute. With more than 100 members and nearly 400 hours exchanged, our community is already sharing skills, learning together, supporting one another, and enjoying activities such as art groups, language learning, gardening, potluck dinners, and more.
Ready to make a difference?
Join the Charlotte County Time Bank today and become an integral part of our thriving community. Whether you're looking to give help, receive help, or simply connect with neighbours, your time is valued here.
There is no cost to become a member of the Time Bank. However, donations are gratefully welcomed and help us sustain and grow this community initiative (cash, cheque, or e-transfer to cctimebank@gmail.com). A tax receipt will be issued for any donation of $20 or more, with a suggested $25 annual donation by members.
