Infertility Support Group

The hope of this group would be to bring together women who know each other's struggles and to make it known that they are not alone. Infertility is an issue that can go on for years. This can make it very difficult to find the will to continue with the procedures. For many women, the struggle of accepting that they are not able to conceive naturally is something that wears on them. It is a pressure set out by society. It makes it even more difficult when women around them are continually getting pregnant and having healthy babies while they are sitting by the sidelines. This is why many feel disenfranchised grief regarding their struggles. ...

55 Up! Women’s Group, Spring 2022

55 Up Women’s Group, New Format! Weekly on Fridays, 1:00-3:00Start date: April 8 We have changed the format for this free group so that it will be more social and conversational. Come and enjoy connecting with other women from our community and breaking out of isolation. Join us for coffee, tea, and company! REGISTER TODAY!https://bit.ly/55UpS22R Info: Nadia Prevost, WIWC Outreach Coordinator 514-781-8529 or outreach@wiwc.ca.

Time for Two – Online!

NEW! Online Time for Two. An online version of our popular free Time for Two program begins Friday, April 9, 2021. During this fun activity, you and your child will make a craft, read a story and have time together with other local mothers! Join us each Friday morning from 10 to 11am online via Zoom. A free craft kit will be prepared for each family every month. That way you will have access to all the materials that Iva will use during each session. In addition to stories and crafts, there will be engaging educational activities for your little ones each time. The West Island Women’s Centre’s Time for Two program encourages a ...

Support Groups

The Women’s Centre’s support groups offer women the psychological and emotional support they need to take up a new challenge, handle a problem, or further develop as individuals. Participants share their experience, support each other, and receive information and advice. The groups are free of charge, but donations are welcomed. Registration is required. To join a group, please call the Women’s Centre’s Outreach Line at 514-781-8529 or e-mail outreach@wiwc.ca. Space is limited. Dealing with Separation and Divorce Women in Isolation New Moms Healing Together

WIWC Connection Program Survey

The Centre has heard from women looking for volunteer opportunities. Some wish to support the organization, while others are hoping to relieve their feelings of isolation. As part of our search for innovative measures through which community members can remain engaged, we are launching an intergenerational connection program. With their life experiences, seniors represent an untapped source of support. Be it personal or professional, we could all benefit from their knowledge. Conversely, women of other generations can provide support and companionship, particularly during these challenging times. The potential for diverse mentoring ...

Dealing with Separation and Divorce – Spring 2022

Day and Time: Mondays Jan 18, 25- Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22- March 8, 15 Facilitator: Ann Papayoti, PCC (Professional Certified Coach) and co-author of the soon to be released self-help book, The Gift of Shift. This 8-week discussion-based support group offers hope ...

Support Group Facilitators

On-going, from September to May Every session, the West Island Women's Centre offers both weekly and monthly support groups to all women of the larger community. We are currently accepting proposals for 8-week support groups. Our support group facilitators provide content, guidance, and encourage discussion and sharing. It is crucial for the facilitator to create a safe space for women participating to be heard and feel validated. Examples of support groups that have been offered in the past: Journey of Self-DiscoveryHealing RelationshipsParenting a Child with Learning DifficultiesCaring For an Aging Parent To submit a proposal, ...

Young Families

Since October 2005, we have been offering Time for Two, an arts and crafts program for young families in the CLSC Lac St. Louis territory. The purpose of this activity is to break isolation and support all families, especially those headed by young mothers, low-income families, or recent immigrant families in Canada. Time for Two encourages a positive and joyful experience to share between mother and child. An additional benefit of the project is the opportunity for mothers to interact with each other and to have a very positive mother-child relationship. Mothers help to create an enriching environment in which their child can learn and grow. ...

Healing Together Online Support Group – Spring 2022

Healing Together is an evening online support group for women dealing with miscarriage, still birth or infant death.

Animatrice pour Groupe D’enfants d’âge Préscolaire

Le Centre des Femmes West Island est à la recherche d'une animatrice pour un nouveau projet communautaire. Depuis octobre 2005, nous offrons «Temps pour Deux», un programme d’art et d’artisanat pour les jeunes familles du territoire du CLSC Lac St. Louis. Le but de cette activité est de briser l'isolement et de soutenir toutes les familles, en particulier celles dirigées par de jeunes mères, les familles à faible revenu ou les familles ayant immigré récemment au Canada. «Temps pour Deux» encourage une expérience positive et joyeuse à partager entre mère et enfant. Un avantage supplémentaire du projet est la possibil...

Making New Connections Workshops this Fall

Women who are new to Canada are invited to join our 5-week Making New Connections workshops on Tuesday afternoons at Place Cartier's Riverdale Campus this fall. Here are the dates and topics: November 5: Sharing Your Story Coming to Canada November 12: How YOU Can Make a Difference with a special guest from Volunteer West Island November 19: Job Searching CV writing, interview skills November 26: Women's Health What you should know December 3: Discover Your Community! Leisure, health and social services These free workshops take place from 1 to 2 p.m. at Riverdale High School, 5060 Sources Boulevard, Pierrefonds. Bring your ...

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