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Upcoming Events
Bridges Out of Poverty Workshop
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View PostTru Gives Back!
The next 2 Sundays at 11 am, Tru Yoga will be raising money for our YWCA. The class is by donation so whatever you would like to give will be passed along and used in our community. You do not need to be a member or have done yoga before. It is a class for [...]
View PostJoin the “Model of Hope” Home Journey!
The Model of Hope is on tour! Our miniature model home representing our YWCA Keep A Roof Campaign supporting YWCA Residential Programs is visiting several restaurants and eateries across St.Thomas! The Model of Hope Home Journey is as follows; Sunday April 14th from 11-1 at Cold Stone Creamy for the Kick Off where 10% of all [...]
View PostGet Gorgeous for Grad
Are you or someone you know graduating from Grade 8 or Highschool? Attending prom? YWCA’s Get Gorgeous for Grad project is helping young people in Elgin County get outfitted for their formal event. Individual appointments on our boutique days can be scheduled to select a dress, suit, shoes, accessories, make up, and much more! Check [...]
View PostDay of Big Change! Be the Change and Pay it Forward
Be the Change and Pay it Forward- Promoting Economic Equality for Women March 1, 2013 marks the nation’s first Day of Big Change. This is a Canada-wide day of action dedicated to empowering young women by celebrating their achievements and inspiring engagement. The day will be marked by random events held by different [...]
View PostDay of Big Change
Y Act Up, the YWCA’s all female youth council is taking part in the first ever national Day of Big Change! We are so excited! BIG suprises are happening across St.Thomas tomorrow!!!! Stay tuned to our twitter @YWCAStThomas for updates!!!
View PostYWCA Women’s Day
Registration is now open for YWCA Women’s Day at the St.Thomas Senior’s Centre. Click here to find out more!
View PostActive Elgin Survey and Draw!
The Active Elgin Coalition is committed to building healthy communities and to making sports, leisure and recreational information easier to find. As a member of the Coalition, the YWCA encourages you to complete a survey for a chance to win a season’s pass to one of the three Conservation Authorities in Elgin County. Click here [...]
View PostCafe of the Senses
An evening of poetry, music, art and performance; Celebrating youth expression. “Cafe of the Senses”, a coffee house, poetry and art show February 7th from 7-10 p.m; organized by Y Act Up.* We are featuring visual art and performers with a focus on making sure all women can have a strong voice in their community. [...]
View PostConnections Hosting Wine, Cheese & Shopping Event – November 9th
You are invited to Connections Wine, Cheese & Shopping Event on Friday, November 9th from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. SPECIAL SALES FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY! Get a sneak peak at our new items and start your Christmas Shopping Early! R.S.V.P. to Connections at 519-782-7247 or by email at ywca@bellnet.ca Connections is owned and operated [...]
View PostInternational Day of the Girl
The United Nations has declared October 11, 2012 as the world’s first International Day of the Girl Child! We hope you will join us as we celebrate this important day in our community!! Why is this day important? Equal opportunity for girls is good for all of us. Girls throughout the world face higher rates of violence, poverty, [...]
View PostAnnouncing the Start of “Y Act Up” – A New Youth Council Encouraging Civic Engagement Amongst Female Youth Between the Ages of 16 & 29
The YWCA St. Thomas Elgin is pleased to announce the starting of “Y Act Up”, a new youth council that will encourage civic engagement amongst female youth between the ages of 16 & 29. Funded by Heritage Canada under the Youth Take Charge Program, this program is designed for youth to have a voice and [...]
View PostThe Power of Being A Girl : An Interactive Leadership Conference for Girls
Date: October 20th 2012 Time: 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. 16 Mary St. W., St. Thomas ON Click here to download a conference brochure The YWCA St. Thomas Elgin is proud to present our annual Power of Being a Girl Leadership Conference for female youth. Power of Being a Girl runs during the YWCA Week Without [...]
View PostHistorical Architecture Sparta: The Inheritance with Artist Connie Greger
September 28th – 30th, 2012 Opening reception Friday, September 28th from 7-9 p.m. St. Thomas-Elgin Public Art Centre 301 Talbot Street, St. Thomas View local artist’s, Connie Greger, beautiful collection of art featuring several of the Sparta area’s heritage buildings in a variety of different media including water colour, pencil sketches and oil on [...]
View PostWalk With Me
St. Thomas – Elgin Local Immigration Partnership presents… Walk with Me: a Newcomer and Service Provider Networking Event Thursday, September 27th 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. The not to miss event of the year! Complete with panel discussions, a presentation from Dr. Leeno Karumanchery, and networking opportunities. This event is FREE! Click here to download [...]
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