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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.

Job Posting: Canada Connects Volunteer Coordinator

Settlement Services Department is Hiring! Position: Canada Connects Volunteer Coordinator Commitment: Part-time position, 10 hours per week with the possibility of increased hours Salary: $22-$23/hour Start date: To be determined The Canada...

Fun-tastic Ways to Learn from Home

10 ideas to help kids learn and have fun while at home! 1. Keep to a schedule Schools may be closed but one of the ways to keep things running efficiently at home is to stick to a schedule. 2. Make a space for learning This won’t keep kids entertained, but it will...

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...

Job Posting: Aylmer Aquatics Staff (various positions)

The YWCA St. Thomas-Elgin, established over 110 years ago, is a not for profit, social service agency governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. The YWCA is currently accepting applications for Lifeguards, Water Safety Instructors and Assistants for Aquatic Programs...

YWCA & STELIP to Participate in United Way’s Sleepless In Our City

YWCA & STELIP Team Needs Your Help to Fight Homelessness! Who's on our team?Petrusia Hontar, Program Manager of St.Thomas Elgin Local Immigration PartnershipMichelle Mantle, Housing Coordinator/Case Manager, YWCAJason Stamos,...

Women’s Day – SOLD OUT

Saturday, March 7, 2020 - SOLD OUT Enjoy a day out with women in your community through health and wellness, arts and crafts, self-enhancement, cooking and physical fitness. This annual event takes place in March and provides you with an opportunity to try something...

Job posting: Childcare staff (various positions available)

We are currently hiring for Program Supervisor, Program Assistant and Relief Staff to provide care for children during our Before & After School Childcare Programs. Hours are 7 am to 9/9:30 am and/or 3 pm to 6pm. Utilizing excellent behavior management techniques...