In 2021, in response to the increased demand for our essential programs, we have continued to innovate, stretch and expand our programs to meet community needs. In 2021, our empowerment programs for women, trans, non-binary and Two Spirit people supported over 2000 program participants. This is a 30% increase in the number of program participants compared to last year.
Read MoreThe Netflix series Maid sheds light on the need for local organizations, and participant focused programs, that support those facing poverty and leaving abusive relationships.
Read MoreWe’ve put together 5 ideas of ways that your business or organization can support the 2SLGBTQ+ Community.
Read MoreThis Earth Day, we hope our upcycling projects, will inspire you to join our ‘Revolution Revival Movement’, and start an upcycling project of your own, or look for more ways to reduce waste in your life and in your community. Click here to see the amazing things that we created!
Read MoreOn March 24th, we celebrated the one-year anniversary of our online shop going live. We still look back and think, how were we able to build an online shop, that included hundreds of unique resale items, in just one week? The story of our online shop isn’t just about technical achievements though. For us, creating and maintaining our virtual store is also part of our story of resilience and community.
Read MoreWe are grateful to announce that, with the incredible help and encouragement of our community, we have been able to support over 1500 people who identify as women, trans, non-binary and Two-Spirit along their journey between crisis, self-sufficiency and wellness.
Read MoreIn 2018 WIN decided to display Transgender and Pride flags on our front windows to indicate that we are a safe space for everybody, regardless of our differences. We also took the opportunity to ask ourselves “are we doing all that we can to make WIN a space that is inviting, accessible, comfortable, and safe for everyone in the 2SLGBTQIA+ community”? A lot of great change and growth ensued. Read more…
Read MoreYou can get your thrift on! I bet, like me, many of you love the thrill of the hunt, wondering what amazing find you will snag at WIN during any given shopping trip. I promise you, WIN’s online shop…
While we work on a new online shop to continue to serve the community, we have decided to close our WIN shops and Donation Centre until further notice. As of March 18th…
Read MoreWe care about you and the community at large. The health and safety of our WIN community is of utmost importance to us and we are adhering…
Read MoreOne of the best things I ever did to declutter, was clean out my closet with a very patient and caring friend. I tried things on and she told me what clothing she liked on me and pieces that she thought I should pass on…
Read MoreWe're excited to announce that our Westside Village shop has moved into a bigger, better and brighter space…
Read MoreIn Celebration of BC Coop Week, WIN created a video explaining how we function and empower women in the Greater Victoria community…
Read MoreThank you so much, community! You voted, shopped, donated, and contributed to this award and to WIN being able to offer 5 programs for women to be able to “pursue a passionate and fulfilled life”…
Read MoreThe award was presented at the University’s Convocation Ceremony on June 18th, 2019, which also marks the recognition of another step in the lives of hundreds of students concluding their studies at RRU…
Read MoreThis year we were inspired by the amazing theme that the Vintage Spring Fair has chosen: green! Thinking of green practices and why second-hand shopping might be seen as a green practice, this article lists the benefits of second-hand shopping…
Read MoreFrom time to time we encounter real treasures that were donated to WIN. Some are historical, or of great value to the world’s culture… Books, pieces of clothing, unique items. This time, we found a set of handkerchiefs with letters that famous writers..
Read MoreA huge thank you to our amazing community! In December we have fundraised a total of $6,572 through our Community Cheer Campaign. This amount will be used to provide bursaries to women through our…
Read MoreAfter much consultation with our donors, staff, volunteers and the community, we have decided that it is time for a change...Starting March 1st our donation centre is moving! Our new site is conveniently located at 555 Ardersier Road…
Read More2018 has been an amazing year. Thanks, once again, to the community, to you, our shoppers, donors, volunteers, staff, and everyone who made 2018 a year to remember. We would like to share some of our program impacts from 2018! In our most recent fiscal year, WIN supported over…
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