Canada’s first National Emergency Survivor Support Fund providing women, gender-diverse people and their families with financial support to leave unsafe homes or emergency shelters/precarious housing situations and begin their healing journeys.
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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, Beliefs 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
Equity & Diversity: Beyond the Box Mural Project
We are pleased to announce the winning design of our Beyond the Box Mural Project has been provided by local artist Ann-Marie Cheung. “A Brighter Future” is vibrant, diverse and an imaginative design that will certainly add to the beauty of 16 Mary Street. Follow our...
Winter Coat Drive
NOW ACCEPTING DONATIONS UNTIL DECEMBER 1 Coats Snowpants Warm wear accessories *All sizes accepted for women, men, children & youth *Must be new or gently used Donations can be delivered to YWCA main Reception16 Mary st West, St.ThomasMon - Fri 9am - 12pm / 1pm -...
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