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The Nelson & District Women’s Centre is offering a free youth drop-in program for youth aged 11-14 years old! It will open on Wednesdays from 3pm to 5pm when school is running. A signed waiver is required before participating!   * Begins on September 23rd , 2026, * Wednesdays, 3-5 pm @ the Women’s Centre * Fun activities each week * Snacks provided * All youth aged 11-14 are welcome! * FREE This program is a safe, welcoming space for youth who want to join in, make friends and have fun together! The program runs during school weeks!  Please email youth@nelsonwomenscentre.com to sign up or ask questions!

Our Annual General Meeting is a month away and we’d love to hear your voice in the room. At this meeting you will have an opportunity to vote on important topics for the Women’s Centre and the West Kootenay Women’s Association. Use your voice to help guide us forward.

When: September 22 at 6pm to 8pm
Where: Online Via Zoom
How to Register: 

❶ Sign up to be a member 𝗼𝗿 bring cash/cheque to the Women’s Centre (minimum 1 week Prior) to the Women’s Centre (sliding scale of $20 to $100)

❷ Register your attendance

❸ Zoom Meeting link will be sent to you at the email provided.

The Agenda package will be emailed to all active members (as well as posted to the website) prior to the meeting so keep an eye on your inbox!

We hope to see you there!

In partnership with the BC association of Farmers Markets, we are hosting a Food literacy work shop at the Nelson Women’s Centre!

The Farmers’ Market Nutrition Coupon Program (FMNCP) is a healthy eating initiative that supports farmers’ markets and strengthens food security across British Columbia. Community partner organizations provide coupons to lower-income families, pregnant people and seniors.

Check out their website here!

The women’s centre has been participating in this program for several years and we are so excited to be supporting our local farmers and community.

Email pm@nelsonwomenscentre.com to sign up!

If you’ve visited the Women’s Centre, chances are you crossed paths with Anna. During her three and a half years with WKWA, she took on several roles, including Drop-In Coordinator, Social Media Coordinator, and Programs Manager.

Anna has a remarkable gift for connecting with people and making them feel seen, heard, and valued. Through her leadership, care, and dedication, she helped shape the Women’s Centre into an even more inclusive space that reflects the mission and vision of WKWA.

Today, we celebrate Anna with gratitude and joy as she concludes her time with WKWA and begins an exciting new chapter. Anna, you will be deeply missed—not only for your strength, leadership, and commitment, but also for the laughter, kindness, and lighthearted moments you brought to the women’s centre every day.

Thank you for all you have contributed. We wish you every success and happiness on your next journey.

Good luck, Anna—

We’re excited to announce that we are once again partnering with the BC Farmers Market Coupon Program to supply farmers market coupons to members of our community. If you are low-income, pregnant, or a senior, this program is for you!

The BC Farmer’s Market Coupon program distributes $27 worth of coupons to spend at the farmers market.

The BC Farmers Market Coupon program was created to provide low income families, pregnant people and seniors with access to the farmers markets in their area. By visiting the farmers market once a week it supports local farmers and vendors by allowing them to receive sustainable income across their market season whilst promoting community building and food literacy between participants and market vendors. Please check YES to acknowledge that you have read and understood the purposes of this program and who it it is for.

Application closes May 25, 2026

Notification of enrollment will be confirmed via email on June 10, 2026.

Link to Application: https://forms.gle/sayGNpJcZ1uNQYzy6