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Connections in Port Stanley – Purchase with purpose

At the YWCA St. Thomas – Elgin, we believe that the worldwide struggle for equity and equality connects all women. To put this belief into action, our YWCA opened our retail store, Connections, in 2007.

The purpose of the store is to support global projects that improve women’s economic development and initiatives that support the global community including HIV/AIDS awareness; polio eradication; the building of water wells; and supports for women who have suffered the effects of war and genocide.

All profits help support our YWCA programs including our supportive housing, literacy and settlement services, and skills training & upgrading.

Become a volunteer Sales Associate

To reduce the overhead cost of our store many of our Sales Associates are volunteers. Shifts vary throughout each season. This could be a great opportunity for students looking to fill your volunteer hours or for retirees who wish to help out their community each week.

Please note inquiries will be reviewed within 2-3 business days.

Announcing our 2020/21 Board of Directors Nominees

May 22, 2020 YWCA St. Thomas-Elgin announces proposed slate for Board of Directors for 2020/21. Erica Arnett – Erica has a Health Sciences degree from UWO and has been working in Public Health for over 15 years. Erica recently completed her MBA. Erica was a member...

Local Love in a Global Crisis

May 1, 2020 We are pleased to announce we were one of nineteen very grateful partners of United Way Elgin Middlesex to receive $20,000 in support during this uncertain time. This contribution was made possible through funds raised by United Way's Local Love in...

#GivingTuesdayNow – May 5, 2020

#GivingTuesdayNow emphasizes opportunities to give back to communities and causes in safe ways that allow for social connection and kindness even while practicing physical distancing. Though our office may be closed our support of women, men and youth continues...

World YWCA Day – 2020

April 24, 2020 Members of our Youth Housing Department share a special message with our clients and community partners during World YWCA Day.

YWCA St. Thomas-Elgin to receive $20,000 for emergency food aid in the wake of COVID-19

April 15, 2020 Good Food Access Fund Grant will give the YWCA St. Thomas-Elgin the opportunity to provide food security for women, men, and youth living in their Supportive Housing Programs. Other individuals who will greatly benefit from this grant include, our...

Fun-tastic Ways to Learn from Home

10 ideas to help kids learn and have fun while at home! 1. Make Superhero Capes Before you make your capes, talk to your kids about their talents and how they can use them to be superheroes. Then, think of a superhero name and logo that has to do with their talents...

Cancellation Notices for Health & Wellness Programs

March 24, 2020 During the COVID-19 Virus Pandemic, health and wellness remains a priority for everyone. Please be advised that the following programs are now cancelled effective immediately, including: Aqua Fitness Therapeutic Pilates Aquatic Programs Drop in...

Cancellation notices to parents/guardians

UPDATE March 30, 2020 Our Before & After School care survey, in collaboration with the TVDSB is now closed and all September registrations have been removed. Thank you to everyone who participated by showing their interest in our programs as this viability study...

CANCELLED – Port Stanley Spring Fashion Show & Shopping Event

CANCELLATION NOTICE: The health and wellness of our partners, guests, volunteers and staff is our priority. Please be advised that due to the COVID-19 Virus Pandemic, our Port Stanley Spring Fashion Show scheduled for April 25, 2020 has now been suspended. We are...

Notice to current parents/guardians (childcare)

February 19, 2020 The TVDSB has recently published information about the upcoming 2020/21 school year and how to express interest in Before & After School Child Care. As a current family with the YWCA school age program you are not required to indicate your...