Community Sector News
Fundraisers
Valentine’s Day Breakfast
Join Big Brothers Big Sisters West Island on February 13 at Jack Astor’s Dorval for their 25th annual Valentine’s Breakfast!
Valentine’s Ball
The Teresa Dellar Palliative Care Residence is hosting their 26th annual Valentine’s Ball on February 14. Join them for a formal night of fun and fundraising.
For the Love of Painting
West Island Citizen Advocacy is hosting a Valentine’s Paint Night at Macallans Pub on February 16. Click here for more information.
The Coldest Night of the Year
The Coldest Night of the Year is a family-friendly fundraising walk in support of Ricochet (Hébergement/Homes) on February 22. Let’s make a difference for the homeless on Montreal’s West Island.
Red & White Event
West Island Community Shares is hosting their annual Red & White fundraising event on February 24! Get the details here.
Events
Free Workshops
Executives Available is offering career transition services to executives and professionals over the age of 35 who are currently looking for employment. A combination of group workshops and one-on-one counseling sessions on February 4 & 18. Contact them at 514-697-2227 or [email protected] to register
Get Creative with Cricut
Literacy Unlimited is hosting a free workshop for 55+ on February 13 from 1-3 pm at FabZone in Pointe-Claire. Learn how to decorate an item with vinyl stickers using a Cricut cutter.To sign up, call 514-694-0007.
Tous Pour Un Gathering
On February 14, learn about all the local resources available to women who are pregnant or who have young children at the Tous Pour Un gathering. Activities, food and gifts will be available to those who attend.
International Angelman Syndrome Day
Join the Angelman Center on February 15 as they celebrate the International Angelman Syndrome day. Exclusively for families with a child affected by Angelman Syndrome.
Why Does Literacy Matter?
Literacy Unlimited is hosting a free workshop for 55+ on February 26 from 10-11:30 am at The Teapot in Lachine. Find out how challenging life can be for people with low literacy and learn what you can do to help. To sign up, call 514-694-0007.
Did You Know?
Friends for Mental Health invites you to join them at their office for a moment of respite and peace every Tuesday morning from 9:45am-10:30am for free weekly drop in mediation and mindfulness sessions. No registration required!
Projet Communautaire Pierrefonds, Cloverdale Multi-Ressources and Alima have collaborated on a new program called Tous Pour Un, with the goal of spreading awareness about respite care available for mothers with babies. To learn more about services, contact them at [email protected].
ANEB is currently launching a special campaign called ABALESTA, focusing on the sale of socks to support their eating disorder initiatives. This project aims to raise public awareness while raising vital funds for services. They are currently onboarding companies and/or schools and next steps will be shared as they develop.
