A Brighter Future
We are proud to share our 2024-2028 Strategic Plan which showcases how we lead, inspire and unite our community through our mission, vision and guiding principles.
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Our History
Since 1902 we have proudly provided much needed services and programs to the community of St. Thomas and Elgin County. Read more…
Our Mission, Vision and Board of Directors
With compassion, strength and diversity the staff and Board of Directors come together to create positive changes in our community. Learn more…
Recent News
Manager of Settlement Services
The YWCA St. Thomas-Elgin is rich in history and over the past 120 years the community has given of its time and resources as we have maintained a role as innovator and provider of required community services. We are proud of our work and its place in the fabric of...
Youth Housing Based Case Manager
Position: Full-time, 35 hours/week. Reports to: Manager of Housing Start date: October 7, 2024 Summary The Youth Housing Based Case Manager (HBCM) is responsible for providing support and system navigation with the purpose of developing life skills and personal...
New Life to Hiawatha Through Helping Hands
New Life to Hiawatha Through Helping Hands June 10, 2024 St.Thomas – It is with great excitement that the YWCA St.Thomas-Elgin announces the acquisition of the property nestled in at 53 Hiawatha Street from previous owner, Elgin Community Mental Health Foundation...
Board of Directors Nominees 2024/25
June 3, 2024 We are proud to announce our proposed slate for Board of Directors for 2024/25. Helen Button – Helen grew up in rural southwestern Ontario. She attended grad school and worked as a writer in the communications field for several years before becoming a...