WCC News

Volunteer Facilitator Spotlight: Creating Brave Spaces

“The magic of WCC is in creating a brave space for everyone to express themselves freely, providing accessible workshops to everyone, especially marginalized populations.” – María Cristina Sabourin Jovel aka Queen María, WCC Facilitator For this month’s Spotlight, we are pleased to introduce you to María Cristina Sabourin Jovel…

Volunteer Facilitator Spotlight: Discovering Ourselves

Meet Kathleen Conibear, a WCC writer and volunteer facilitator, who currently facilitates workshops in partnership with Mood Disorders Ottawa and The Well. This month, we asked Kathleen to reflect on her experience as a WCC facilitator, the value of our Six Essential Practices, and why she writes.…

Why We Write: Ten Years at Writers Collective of Canada is out NOW!

We’re excited to announce our newest publication, Why We Write: Ten Years at Writers Collective of Canada. It is OUR STORY! It was inspired by you, by the magic you create in every WCC workshop, and by the Six Essential Practices that guide us. This inspiring…

Volunteer Facilitator Spotlight: Compassion Connects

Last week marked Mental Health Week (May 6 – 10). We at WCC are proud to be sharing our stories and magnificent voices all month long. This year’s theme for the week is Compassion Connects. Meet Nancy Rice, a WCC writer and volunteer facilitator, who facilitates…

Volunteer Facilitator Spotlight: Every Moment Matters

National Volunteer Week is April 14 – 20. We at WCC are proud to be celebrating our fabulous volunteers all month long! This year’s NVW theme is Every Moment Matters. Meet Steve Elliot, a long-time WCC writer, facilitator, and our incredible Peel Region Chapter Lead! In celebration…