Fort Garry Women's Resource Centre
1150A Waverley St. R3T 0P4 Winnipeg, MB, Canada

In Honour of the Day of the Girl: Building Self-Esteem: Practicing the Skills of Worth, Love and Growing Thursday October 8 2:30 pm 3:30 pm Via Zoom... Like cultivating a garden, building self-esteem involves consistent effort and acquired skills. In this workshop, we will highlight what those efforts may look like through defining self-esteem and practicing the skill building factors of unconditional human worth, unconditional love and growing. Space is limited Pre registration is required by calling (204) 477-1123.

Stress Management Session 2 (Of 2) Thursday, October 29, 2020 | 10am - 11 am | Via Zoom Presented by Nicole Neault MSW RSW, and Donna Wiltshire, RSW, MCPM from the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority.... Join us for the second session of a two session workshop on the topic of stress management. This second session will provide some practical everyday strategies to cope with stress so that you can enjoy life more. Pre registration is required by calling (204) 477-1123.

Day 18: Thursday October 1 FGWRC Gratitude Challenge: Touch Pick one of your five senses to focus on each day. Take note of how many gifts come to you via that single port of entry. ... Write about this experience.

Who are we thankful for this month? We're thankful for Hilary Taylor and Mercedes Ayala of Mitousis Lemieux Howard Law Corporation! https://mlhlaw.ca/ Not only did Hilary Taylor conduct a legal clinic early in September, but also Hilary and Mercedes delivered an excellent session today, covering Frequently Asked Questions of Family Lawyers! We *so* appreciate you and your organization!

Stress Management Session 1 (Of 2) Thursday, October 15, 2020 | 10am - 11 am | Via Zoom Presented by Nicole Neault MSW RSW, and Donna Wiltshire, RSW, MCPM, Winnipeg Regional Health Authority... Join us for the first of a two session workshop on the topic of stress management. The first session will provide an introduction to stress and an opportunity to explore how stress affects you personally. Pre registration is required by calling (204) 477-1123.

Building Confidence In The Workplace Tuesday October 13 | 10:30 am 11:30 am | Via Zoom Presented by Jane Helbrecht, CPHR, Leadership Speaker, Coach and Trainer | Partner, Acuity HR Solutions... Attendees will leave this session with a few specific exercises and actions they can take to start building their confidence. Pre registration is required by calling (204) 477-1123.

Day 17: Wednesday September 30 FGWRC Gratitude Challenge: Grace Before Meals. Giving thanks before each meal recognizes all of the people whose hard work was necessary for you to have food on your tableeveryone from the farmer who grew the food, the grocery store clerks who stocked the shelves at your local grocery store, and the person who cooked the meal.... It’s a moment to pause and be mindful, as well as feel blessed that you have all of the food and nourishment that you need. But what if you’re not religious? Then say a Secular Grace. Here’s one example: For the meal we are about to eat, for those that made it possible, and for those with whom we are about to share it, we are thankful. You can even write your own. From: https://daringtolivefully.com/gratitude-exercises

October opportunities? Opt for the optimal occasions! We hope you'll enjoy one or more of our October sessions.

A small update to meet Winnipeg's Orange Level COVID Restrictions - we look forward to your visit at the Drop-In!

Day 16: Tuesday September 29 FGWRC Gratitude Challenge: Remember that pebble you collected on Sunday? Take it with you today. (If you have another small object you’d like to substitute, please feel free to do so.) Set it out a different spots as you travel through your day. When you see it, take a moment to think about something you are grateful for, at that very moment. At the end of the day, pause to consider what things came to mind over your day.

Outreach Office: 104-3100 Pembina Hwy Outreach Drop-in: - Tuesdays from 10am-2pm, by appointment... - Limit of 2 people at a time, up to 30 minutes per visit You can: - Use a computer & printer - Get information & resources - Talk to staff Call (204) 477-1123 to make an appointment. These services are free. Women only. For more information on programs, visit www.fgwrc.ca or call (204) 477-1123

Day 15: Monday September 28 FGWRC Gratitude Challenge: It’s been two weeks since you started The Gratitude Challenge. Write about how The Challenge has changed your perspective thus far. (From http://gratitudechallenge.com/downlo/gratitude-calendar.pdf)

Day 14: Sunday September 27 FGWRC Gratitude Challenge: Enjoy your Sunday, and try to keep in a grateful frame of mind all day. Can you name 3 things you’re thankful for? P.s. take a small walk today, and try to gather a pretty stone. Just a little one. One that makes you smile. We’ll use it on Tuesday!

Day 13: Saturday September 26 FGWRC Gratitude Challenge: Consider the people who give themselves to teach. It could be the person who helped you recover from an injury, it could be someone who helped you figure out your electronic calendar, it could be someone who helped you learn another language. Consider getting in touch with them to let them know how they improved your life.

Yay to the Winnipeg Labour Council!! They've been showing their support to organizations all week! Dropping off donations to 10's of community organizations who do their best to help those in need in our City. (Check out their Facebook page - they have pictures of deliveries to organization after organization after organization. That was a lot of work - WTG, Gina and pals!)We are so thank for to you, Winnipeg Labour Council. <3

Who is FGWRC thankful for? Sobeys Dietitians ' Lauren Rossong! She delivered an excellent session about how Food can Boost Energy and Mood; including thoughts on ways to nurture ourselves outside of food, ways we enjoy meal experiences more, and that a meal doesn't have to be the big production, sometimes a meal can be crackers and cheese with a nice sliced apple.

Day 12: Friday September 25 FGWRC Gratitude Challenge: Try to see the world through the eyes of a child. Think about the things you take for granted on a daily basis, and then express gratitude for everything down to the basic necessities that sustain your current life. (from: http://gratitudechallenge.com/downlo/gratitude-calendar.pdf)

Who is FGWRC thankful for? Winnipeg Police Service for Cst Maria Buduhan's and Cst Christine Welsh's expertise!Who is FGWRC thankful for? Winnipeg Police Service for Cst Maria Buduhan's and Cst Christine Welsh's expertise!

Day 11: Thursday September 24 FGWRC Gratitude Challenge: Home Be it ever so humble, there is no place like home. It may not be a palace, but if you have a roof over your head, that may be the first thing to be grateful for. Consider sharing how you feel gratitude for your home. (Or something home-adjacent!)

Who are we thankful for this month? Diana McMillan, RN, PhD! She spoke with a group of us via Zoom to discuss Sleep Health!Who are we thankful for this month? Diana McMillan, RN, PhD! She spoke with a group of us via Zoom to discuss Sleep Health!

Day 10: Wednesday September 23 FGWRC Gratitude Challenge: Consider someone who has made a big impact in your life, someone who you haven’t yet thanked. Send them a thank-you card for their impact, or better yet, call them. (If they are no longer around, consider sharing your thanks with someone who they were close to, who would be comforted to know they are being thought about.) Here is a Soul Pancake video where participants take this challenge: https://youtu.be/oHv6vTKD6lg.

Day 9: Tuesday September 22 FGWRC Gratitude Challenge: Community. There are many ways that we can feel community. Maybe you greet your community when you pick up your mail at a community mail box. Maybe you’ve met other dog walkers and started up conversations. Maybe it is an online community that you’ve never even met. Maybe you’ve met your friends at a church, synagogue, or legion. Maybe you’re fortunate enough to have built your community from family. No matter how you know these people, you care about what happens in their lives. And they care what happens in yours. Take a moment to reflect on your gratitude for your community.