For 50 years SHORE Centre has been Waterloo Region’s source for sexual health education and pregnancy options support. We also run ChoiceConnect.ca
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16 Feb 2024
Our last education team member for #SexualHealthWeek is Vivila!
Vivila started out her work with SHORE Centre as an education team practicum student, and has moved up to become the team's manager.
Diagram of the clitoris and penis by Hilde Atalanta.
ALT An image of a woman on a purple and green background. Text says Meet our education team. Q: "What is your favourite sexual health fact?" Vivila: "The clitoris has a similar amount of sponge tissue as the penis, but it's hidden. Therefore, clit owners can also get erect, like a penis owner." Vivila (she/her) Education & Outreach Manager
ALT An image of a clitoris and penis, with labels for Cavernous body, glans, spongious body, bulb, and crus. Illustration by Hilde Atalanta.
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15 Feb 2024
Are you ready for our next featured educator for #SexualHealthWeek?
Today we're introducing you to our sexual health educator, Jeneka! On most days, you can find Jeneka in schools and community centres where she shares her wealth of knowledge with local youth.
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14 Feb 2024
It's #SexualHealthWeek hump day! Meet another one of our educators!
Gwendolyn is a sexual health educator who teaches in classrooms and community centres. You'll often find Gwendolyn doing outreach at information booths around Waterloo Region.
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13 Feb 2024
Our next #SexualHealthWeek feature is Hoda! Hoda coordinates our Newcomer Health Programming, ensuring that new Canadians have access to culturally competent sexual health education in their own language.
ALT #SexualHealthWeek. Meet our education team. Q: "What is your favourite thing about teaching sexual health? Hoda: "Helping newcomers to bridge the cultural gaps and have enough information to make their own decision."
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12 Feb 2024
For #SexualHealthWeek2024, we're highlighting our incredible Sexual Health Education Team!
First up is Mary, a sexual health educator who facilitates virtual sex ed classes for schools and community groups, and hosts our birth control webinars.
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8 Feb 2024
We're hiring some more! We need a Donor Relations & Stewardship Specialist, who will manage donor relations and stewardship initiatives to engage donors and attract new supporters. Visit charityvillage.com/jobs/dono… to view the job posting on Charity Village.
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29 Jan 2024
We are currently recruiting for a full-time Counsellor/Advocate. This person will provide non-directed, non-judgmental, client care to people seeking support for pregnancy options, perinatal mental health, and reproductive healthcare. Visit charityvillage.com/jobs/coun… to apply.
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22 Dec 2023
We're taking a break! SHORE Centre's office will be closed from December 22nd to January 2nd. While we're gone, you can book an appointment at shore.inputhealth.com/ebooki…, or visit choiceconnect.ca to find an abortion provider near you.
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14 Dec 2023
On behalf of SHORE Centre’s Board of Directors, we are thrilled to announce that Kayla Orr has accepted the role of Executive Director effective January 1, 2024. Check out shorecentre.ca/news for the full announcement! 🎉🎉🎉
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29 Nov 2023
Thank you so much to everyone who made our Giving Tuesday 2023 a success!
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28 Nov 2023
This #GivingTuesday, give the gift of menstrual equity.
Your gift of $35 at shorecentre.ca/donate will stock our supply of free menstrual products.
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28 Nov 2023
SHORE Centre is proud to partner with Charitable Gaming Community Good, which raises money for charitable organization across Ontario. The funds we receive from CGCG go directly to supporting our clients in Cambridge. Special thanks to @cambridgebingo! #GivingTuesday
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28 Nov 2023
This #GivingTuesday, give the gift of inclusive sex-ed.
Visit shorecentre.ca/donate to give a gift of $150, which will provide a comprehensive and inclusive sexual health education workshop for youth.
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28 Nov 2023
This #GivingTuesday, give the gift of abortion access.
Your gift of $350 will provide the abortion pill at no cost to an uninsured patient. Visit shorecentre.ca/donate
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28 Nov 2023
This #GivingTuesday, give the gift of prepared parents.
Visit shorecentre.ca/donate to give a gift of $50, which will buy diapers and supplies for a parent who has chosen to continue an unplanned pregnancy.
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28 Nov 2023
This #GivingTuesday, give the gift of social inclusion.
Your gift of $250 at shorecentre.ca/donate will provide a group of newcomers with a sexual health workshop in their own language.
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28 Nov 2023
This #GivingTuesday, give the gift of accessible birth control.
Visit shorecentre.ca/donate to give a gift of $75, which will provide a community member with a copper IUD or other birth control method of their choice.
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21 Nov 2023
The University of Waterloo is looking for adults who have had an abortion in Ontario in the last 3 years to participate in a study regarding your experience.
Contact Kathleen at abortionstudy@uwaterloo.ca
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17 Nov 2023
Join us and @HealthcaringKW for a Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic on Nov. 18th at 44 Francis St. S, Kitchener. Pap tests accessible for all that are eligible!
#CerivcalCancerAwareness #CancerScreening @CancerCare_ON @CityKitchener @citywaterloo @cityofcambridge
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17 Nov 2023
People ages 50 to 74 are eligible for screening through the OBSP if they:
-No new breast cancer symptoms or personal history of breast cancer
-haven't had a mastectomy
-haven't had a screening mammogram within the last 11 mths
-or have used feminizing hormones for at least 5 yrs
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17 Nov 2023
Those eligible are welcome to come to the Pop-Up Clinic on Nov 18th, from 9AM-4 PM at 44 Francis St. S in Kitchener!
- Pap Tests same day
- Book your breast screening appointment
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