West End Resource Centre

Big thanks to @CoopFCL for their generous donation to our Good Food Bag Program! Their support enables us to continue providing fresh produce to those in need. Together, we're fighting food insecurity in Winnipeg. #CommunitySupport #FCLcares

Join us for the grand opening of the West End Resource Centre! Friday, May 12 from 3-7PM Live music, games, food and prizes! Learn about the new programs and services available at the WERC and help us celebrate the grand opening.

Only a few weeks until the Spring Clean Up! Join DMSMCA and our partnering organizations on Saturday, May 13 from 12:30 pm- 4:30 pm to help clean up the neighbourhood! There will be food and raffle prizes and cleaning supplies will be provided.

Join us on Saturday, May 13th to help clean up the neighbourhood! There will be food and raffle prizes and cleaning supplies will be provided. We would like to thank all of our community partners along with Cindy Gilroy for funding and supporting this event!

Join us on Tuesday, May 9 from 1:00- 2:00 pm for "Bone Health 101" presented by @OsteoporosisCA What can you do to protect your bones? Learn about osteoporosis, the risk of fracturing & how to maintain healthy bones. This presentation is intended for older adults aged 55+.

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The DMSMCA Resource Centre and offices will be closed on April 7, April 10, and from April 11- April 14 for ongoing renovations. If you need to make an appointment or connect with a staff member, please contact them directly by phone or email.

The DMSMCA Resource Centre and offices will be closed today (Wednesday, April 5) due to the severe weather and winter storm warning. We apologize for any inconvenience.

The Stress Busters 55+ Group will not be meeting on April 11 and 18 due to ongoing building renovations. The group will resume on April 25. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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The resource centre will be closed for document pick-up for completed tax returns on Friday, April 7, and from Monday, April 10 to Friday, April 14 due to ongoing renovations. Document pick-up will resume on Monday, April 17.

Income Tax Update: Due to unforeseen circumstances, we are no longer able to accept income tax documents for filing. If you have already dropped off your documents, your tax return will still be completed.

Join us this Saturday, April 1, from 2- 3 pm for a Chess Workshop on the games and strategy of chess grandmaster and chess writer Paul Keres. This workshop is being held at 823 Ellice Ave- please ring the doorbell at the back entrance. Pizza, pop, and snacks will be provided!

Join us on Tuesday, April 4 at 1 pm for the final presentation in the Healthy Spaces Series, presented by the Healthy Aging Resource Team. The topic is "Enjoy Your Space: Relaxation with Art." This presentation is open to everyone age 55+ and will be held at DMSMCA.

LAST CHANCE TO APPLY! Applications are open until Friday, March 31, 2023. Canada Housing Benefit will provide lower income renters with a one time payment of $500 to eligible applicants who need it most. Learn more: ow.ly/h5Y050LXIkL #NorWestCFC #JoinUs #Norwestcoop

The Cindy Klassen Recreation Complex indoor pool will reopen on Sunday, April 2. For facility hours, please visit: legacy.winnipeg.ca/cms/recreation…

Join us this Saturday (March 25) from 2 pm- 3 pm for an exciting workshop that will focus on the games and techniques of David Ionovich Bronstein. Bronstein was a master player and renowned chess writer who was described by his peers as a creative genius and master of tactics.

The West Chess Club is a weekly chess meet-up hosted on Saturdays from 12 pm- 3:30 pm at DMSMCA (823 Ellice Avenue). Players of all skill and experience levels are welcome!

Join us this Saturday, March 18, from 2 pm- 3 pm for a Chess Workshop led by Alexander Slobidker. This workshop will explore the gameplay and strategies of Samuel Herman Reshevsky and is being held at 823 Ellice Ave. For entry, please ring the doorbell at the back entrance.

Deadline for Canada Housing Benefit: March 31. You may be eligible for a tax-free one-time payment of $500 if your income and the amount that you pay on rent qualify.