Community Sector News
Fundraisers
The Black Carpet Affair
Save the Date: April 6 for an event marking the commencement of a new era of the West Island Black Community Association! More information to come!
Collective Food Drive
For another year, there will be a collective food drive in the parking lot of the Olive-Urquhart sports center on April 7. All donations will be distributed to the following local food banks: West Island Mission, Fond d’Aide de l’Ouest-de-l’île, OnRock community services, La maison entre familles, Assistance communautaire Dorval.
A Taste of AMCAL
Join AMCAL Family Services for their 16th annual Taste of AMCAL fundraiser on April 8. Enjoy tasting menus, a silent auction and raffle! Get you tickets here.
Art Expo
The Lakeshore Artist Association is hosting its 35th Art Exposition in support of NOVA West Island from April 12-14. Help them celebrate this collaboration at Fritz Farm by purchasing art from local artists or raffle tickets to win great prizes.Click here for more information.
Pub Trivia Night
Get ready for an evening filled with fun, laughter and friendly competition and support VOBOC at their 2nd Pub Trivia Night Fundraiser at Cunningham’s Pub in Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue on April 15. Learn how to reserve your spot here!
15th Annual Gala
Join Ouverture with the Arts for their 15th annual fundraising Gala on April 27. Get your tickets here for a night of good food and great entertainment!
Empty Bowls
Join Corbeille de Pain for their biggest fundraising event of the year on April 27! Buy a beautiful handmade bowl donated by local potters, along with a delicious soup. Bowls can be purchased online from April 15th to the 22nd. Click here for more information about this event or to purchase a bowl.
Challenge of the Brave
The West Island Cancer Wellness Center is hosting their annual Challenge of the Brave fundraising event on April 27! Support the competing teams here.
Events
Community Kitchens
Part workshop and part community meal, this program allows West Island residents to cook and eat together, and best of all, take home the leftovers! Click here to access the schedule. Register prior by sending an email to [email protected].
Free Workshops
Executives Available is offering free workshops and personalized career counseling on April 2,16 & 30 for executives and professionals over the age of 35 who are looking for employment. Contact them at 514-697-2227 or [email protected] to register.
Tech Help
Literacy Unlimited is offering free one-on-one technology help for 55+ from 1-2 pm at Literacy Unlimited in Pointe-Claire on April 16. To sign up, call 514-694-0007 with your specific tech question.
Spring Cookie Decorating
West Island Citizen Advocacy invites you and your family to decorate cookies on April 20 with the guidance of a professional baker! Get your tickets here.
Did You Know?
New Address
West Island Community Shares has moved! You can now find them at their new office at 451 boul. Beaconsfield, suite 205 in the Beaurepaire Village.
Répit- Ressource
Répit-Ressource has partnered with West-Nette to offer in-home services to those residing in the West Island. Visit their website to learn more about their services.
Viser sa réussite
Carrefour jeunesse-emploi de l’Ouest-de-l’Île is recruiting for their “Viser sa réussite” program. This program helps young adults with a physical or mental work limitation (diagnosed or not) get into the job market. Learn more about the program here.
Celebrate
Join Volunteer West Island in celebrating National Volunteer Week (NVW) from April 14-20, 2024. During this week we recognize and thank volunteers around the West Island and Canada for their contributions to causes that benefit our communities. NVW is also an opportunity to promote the benefits of volunteering to individuals and society. Thank you to all the volunteers who help make the West Island a better and safer place for all!
