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Giving Tuesday

This Giving Tuesday, December 2, you can be someone’s hero. When you donate to FGWRC, you ensure women, gender-diverse people, and families facing crisis receive free counselling, workshops and vital resources. Your gift—no matter the size—will help someone find safety, guidance and a path forward. You will build a stronger, more caring community. Donate Today!

Making Friends As A Grown Up

Friends play a vital role in supporting mental health by offering connection, understanding, and a sense of belonging. Strong friendships can ease stress, reduce loneliness, and strengthen emotional resilience. Simply knowing someone cares can make challenges feel lighter and life more meaningful. If you feel your circle of friends is too small, here are some [...]

💜 Stand Up Against Domestic Violence 💜

November is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time to come together as a community to learn, support, and take action. Domestic violence impacts people of every age and background — and its effects ripple far beyond the home. At Fort Garry Women’s Resource Centre, we see every day how violence affects women, gender-diverse individuals, and [...]

Help Feed Families

The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence is a global campaign observed every year from November 25 to December 10, raising awareness and action to end violence against women, gender-diverse people, and children. This year, we’re focusing on food — and we hope you’ll help feed families in need. Each month, we see an [...]

Your Cup

The phrase "filling your cup" is often used metaphorically to describe doing things that restore your energy, bring you joy, or help you feel whole and balanced. It's about self-care—taking time to replenish yourself mentally, emotionally, physically, or spiritually, especially after giving a lot to others or dealing with stress. This saying reminds us that taking care of [...]

Fall Mindfulness Scavenger Hunt

Fall is full of colors, crunchy leaves, and cool air. This scavenger hunt will help you slow down, notice little things, and enjoy the season. Mindfulness helps you: Feel calmer Pay attention to what’s around you Feel grateful for little things Enjoy the present moment So when you’re ready, let’s find the magic of fall!

Comedy Night! 🤣

Join us Thursday, Nov. 27 at Rumor’s Comedy Club for a hilarious night with headliner Graham Chittenden – all in support of Fort Garry Women’s Resource Centre. Your $20 ticket keeps essential programs like counselling, workshops, and resources free and accessible for women, gender-diverse people, and children in our community. Don’t miss out – grab [...]

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