West Island Women's Centre Receives Three-Year Funding to Expand Support Groups for Women

New funding will create more opportunities for women to connect, share their experiences and find support while navigating life's challenges.

POINTE-CLAIRE, Quebec — November 9th, 2026 — The West Island Women's Centre is pleased to announce that it has received funding from the Secrétariat aux relations avec les Québécois d'expression anglaise (SRQEA) to expand its range of support groups for women in the West Island.

The Centre will receive $18,544 annually for three years (2026–2029), for a total of $55,632. This funding will allow the Centre to offer a wider range of support groups that better reflect the different challenges and life experiences of women in the West Island. By broadening its programming, the Centre hopes to reach more women and help them find a group where they can talk with others who understand what they're going through.

From separation and divorce to motherhood, grief, and fertility challenges, women facing major life changes can benefit from talking with others who have had similar experiences. These conversations can support mental health and emotional well-being by giving women a space to share what they're going through, feel heard, and feel less alone.

"Women come to our Centre at different stages of their lives, often looking for connection, understanding and support. This funding will help us create more opportunities for women to share their experiences and find a sense of belonging," says Jessica Weiss, Executive Director of the West Island Women's Centre.

The Centre sincerely thanks the Secrétariat aux relations avec les Québécois d'expression anglaise (SRQEA) for its investment in accessible, community-based support and the well-being of women in the West Island.

About the West Island Women's Centre: The West Island Women's Centre is a non-profit organization serving women in Montreal's West Island and surrounding communities. Through courses, workshops, support groups and community initiatives, the Centre provides resources and opportunities that support women's wellbeing, personal development and sense of belonging through every stage of life.

Website: www.wiwc.ca

Media contact: Jessica Weiss, Executive Director of the West Island Women's Centre, 514-695-8529, director@wiwc.ca