Volunteer Facilitator Spotlight: Forever learning

Vera Kurmaeva first encountered WCC in her Critical Thinking in Psychology Course, and shortly thereafter decided to become a trained workshop facilitator! In this month’s facilitator spotlight we learn about Vera’s research, and her perspective on the WCC program as a social prescription. Describe your…

Partners in learning: York University and Writers Collective of Canada

In honour of the back-to-school season, we’re proud to introduce Dr. Lesley Zannella, Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at York University for our partner spotlight. We asked Lesley to tell us about her work surrounding WCC at York, and the unique, collaborative…

Volunteer Facilitator Spotlight: WCC in the Okanagan

For our July spotlight, we are pleased to introduce Kasia Rachfall, a WCC facilitator since 2024. Based in the Okanagan valley, Kasia is currently bringing to life on-site workshops in Kelowna and the surrounding region—a massive first for WCC! Describe your journey as a…

Partner Spotlight: YWCA Toronto

This month, we are proud to spotlight one of Writers Collective of Canada’s (WCC) long-time partners, YWCA Toronto! YWCA Toronto is part of a much larger movement with member associations across the world – including 30 in Canada – delivering crucial services and…

Volunteer Facilitator Spotlight: Writing and Belonging, Together

For our June spotlight, we are pleased to introduce Ro Dineen (they/them), a WCC facilitator since 2023. Over the years, Ro has facilitated in many peer support settings, including spaces for 2SLGBTQ+ community members. DESCRIBE YOUR JOURNEY AS A WCC FACILITATOR – HOW…

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