Generated by All in One SEO Pro v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Fernie Women's Resource Centre A welcoming space ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Pages - [Home](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/) - Empowering Communities | Fernie Women's Resource Centre: Discover vital support, community programs, and opportunities for positive change at our Elk Valley hub. Join us in promoting equality, justice, and support for women and families. - [Contact](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/contact/) - Contact Please note, our offices and drop in hours will be closed on Monday August 3rd for the holiday. Should you need immediate support, please refer to one of the 24/7 resources below Drop-In Hours: Monday to Friday: from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm 1592 10th AvenuePO Box 2054Fernie BCV0B 1M0 Phone: 250-423-4687Toll Free: 1-800-339-7393Fax: 250-423-3633Email: info@ferniewomenscentre.com Transition - [About](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/about/) - Herstory 2025-2026 Annual ReportDownload - [Farmer’s Market Nutrition Coupon Program 2026](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/farmers-market-nutrition-coupon-program-application-2025/) - Farmer's Market Nutrition Coupon Program The deadline to apply for the 2026 Farmer's Market Nutrition Coupon Program was 4 PM on Friday, June 19th Submissions for the 2026 Farmer's Market Nutrition Coupon program have now closed. If you have already applied, we will be notifying you whether you have been accepted into the program, are - [Waitlist Form Farmers Market Program](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/waitlist-form-farmers-market-program/) - [Donate](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/donate/) - [Resources](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/resources/) - Crisis Contacts Elk Valley Transition Unit provides free temporary shelter for women and children fleeing violence. Available 24/7. 250-946-6004 National Mental Health Crisis Line is 24/7 support for people seeking immediate emotional crisis and mental health support: 9-8-8 Resources For Children & Youth Isabella Dicken Elementary School Guidance Counsellor250-423-4651 Fernie Secondary School School Guidance Counsellor250-423-4471 - [Farmer's Market Nutrition Coupon Program Guidelines - Fernie 2026](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/farmers-market-program-guidelines-2025/) - Farmer's Market Nutrition Coupon Program Guidelines - Fernie 2026 Please read the guidelines in full before continuing to the application The Farmers’ Market Nutrition Coupon Program is a healthy eating initiative that supports farmers’ markets and strengthens food security across British Columbia. Community partner organizations provide coupons to lower-income families, pregnant people, and seniors/elders. Each - [Yoga Confirmation Page](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/yoga-confirmation-page/) - [Tickets Checkout](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/tickets-checkout/) - [Order Completed](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/tickets-order/) - [Registration](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/registration-2/) - [user_registration_form id="1473"] - [Login](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/login-2/) - [user_registration_login] - [My Account](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/my-account/) - [user_registration_my_account] - [Lost Password](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/lost-password/) - [user_registration_lost_password] - [Reset Password](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/reset-password/) - [user_registration_reset_password_form] - [Programs](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/programs/) - The Farmers Market Nutritional Coupon Program provides lower income families and individuals, seniors, and pregnant people coupons to purchase fresh fruit and vegetables at our local Farmers Market from July to September each year. Learn more about Farmers Market… Everyone needs support. It’s hard to find ways to cope with all the stress that life - [Surveys](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/surveys/) - Community Needs Surveys Bellies to Babies recently performed a Community Needs Assessment to better tailor their programming to our community. You can read the report on our findings below Survey Findings - [Login](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/login/) - [pie_register_login] - [Registration](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/registration/) - [pie_register_form id="1" title="true" description="true" ] - [Forgot Password](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/forgot-password/) - [pie_register_forgot_password] - [Profile](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/profile/) - [pie_register_profile] - [Bellies to Babies Graduation Survey](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/bellies-to-babies-graduation-survey/) - Bellies to Babies Graduation Survey - [Intake Form - Counselling](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/intake-form-counselling/) - Intake Form for Counselling Intake Form Fill out a short form telling us about yourself, and letting us know you'd like support. This gets sent to our Outreach Coordinator, who will contact you within 5 days to set up an appointment for your Screening Call. Brief Screening Call We'll have a friendly conversation with you - [Bellies to Babies Welcome Card](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/bellies-to-babies-welcome-card/) - Bellies to Babies Welcome Card ## Programs - [Farmers Market Nutrition Coupon Program](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/program/farmers-market-nutritional-coupon/) - The Nutritional Coupon Program helps low-income families, pregnant people, seniors, and others to get fresh fruits and vegetables from the Farmer’s Market. - [Fernie Early Years Team](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/program/fernie-early-years-team/) - The Early Years team is a group of service providers and community members that works to make sure families get the best early years services possible. - [Family Connections](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/program/family-connections/) - At Fernie Family Connections parents can make friends and have fun in two programs: the Juice Box Social music group, and the Parent Connections program. - [Parent-Tot Funtimes](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/program/parent-tot-funtimes/) - Parent-Tot Funtimes is a drop-in program for families with kids aged 0 to 6. It's all about helping families connect and giving kids a chance to play and learn. - [Bellies to Babies](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/program/bellies-to-babies/) - Bellies to Babies is a program that supports people and families having babies, all the way from pregnancy until the baby is one year old. - [Outreach](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/program/outreach/) - If you've ever faced abuse, you know it can be stressful and traumatic. The Outreach program is here to help with one-on-one support! - [Sexual Assault Services](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/program/sexual-assault-services/) - Our Sexual Assault Services program is a place where people of all genders can get practical and emotional one-on-one support, from reporting, medical care, and counselling, all at your own pace. - [Counselling](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/program/counselling/) - Everyone needs help sometimes. Life can be tough, and dealing with everything on your own isn't easy. We are here to support you! - [South Country Preschool](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/program/south-country-preschool/) - Jaffray Preschool has fun activities for 3- and 4-year-olds to help them learn and grow. With games, songs, crafts, and more, kids can explore in a friendly, caring place. ## Testimonies - [A Word From Our Community 2](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/testimony/a-word-from-our-community-2/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. - [A Word From Our Community](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/testimony/a-word-from-our-community/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. ## Venues - [Annex Park Amphitheatre](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/venue/annex-park-amphitheatre/) - [Fernie Mountain Fitness](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/venue/fernie-mountain-fitness/) - [Sparwood Hospital Boardroom](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/venue/sparwood-hospital-boardroom/) - [Ecole Isabelle Dickens Elementary School](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/venue/ecole-isabelle-dickens-elementary-school/) - [Fernie Secondary School](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/venue/fernie-secondary-school/) - [Rotarty Park](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/venue/rotarty-park/) - [Our Place](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/venue/our-place/) - [Our Place Too](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/venue/our-place-too/) - [The Arts Station](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/venue/the-arts-station/) - [Sparwood Public Library](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/venue/sparwood-public-library/) - [Vogue Theatre](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/venue/vogue-theatre/) - Get into the holiday spirit with a cozy night of festive films: The Muppet Christmas Carol and Wonka in support of the Emergency Fund! - [Lion's Park, Sparwood](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/venue/lions-park-sparwood/) - [Elkford Aquatic Centre (in the Multipurpose Room)](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/venue/elkford-aquatic-centre-in-the-multipurpose-room/) - [The Knox](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/venue/the-knox/) - [Fernie Seniors Drop-In Centre](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/venue/fernie-seniors-drop-in-centre/) - [Elkford Alliance Church (in the Basement)](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/venue/elkford-alliance-church-in-the-basement/) - [Fernie Family Centre](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/venue/fernie-family-centre/) - [Sparwood Rec Centre in the Community Hall (above Skating Rink)](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/venue/sparwood-rec-centre-in-the-community-hall-above-skating-rink/) - [Fernie Women's Resource Centre](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/venue/fernie-womens-resource-centre/) ## Organizers - [Fernie Women's Resource Certre (My Baby & Me)](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/organizer/fernie-womens-resource-certre-baby-and-me-music-group/) - [Fernie Women's Resource Centre](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/organizer/fernie-womens-resource-centre/) - [Fernie Women's Resource Certre (Parent Connections)](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/organizer/fernie-womens-resource-certre-parent-connections/) - [Fernie Women's Resource Certre (Elkford Painting Social)](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/organizer/fernie-womens-resource-certre-elkford-painting-social/) - [Fernie Women's Resource Certre (Parent-Tot Funtimes)](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/organizer/fernie-womens-resource-certre-parent-tot-funtimes/) - [Fernie Women's Resource Certre (Bellies to Babies)](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/organizer/fernie-womens-resource-certre-bellies-to-babies/) ## Events - [Morning Mindfulness Meditation](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/calendar/morning-mindfulness-meditation/2026-07-29/) - Join for a free guided mindfulness meditation at the Annex Amphitheater every Wednesday morning at 9 AM. For 30 minutes, we'll help you build your practice and take a moment to start the day. This is a drop in group so no registration necessary! Whether you're new to meditation or have an established practice, everyone - [Gentle Yoga: Mindfulness Through Movement](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/calendar/gentle-yoga-mindfulness-through-movement-3-2-2-2-2/) - Join the Fernie Women's Resource Centre for a free yoga practice for people who have experienced trauma This will be a gentle flow yoga practice focusing on stretching the body and quieting the mind. All skill levels and abilities welcome, no experience or equipment necessary. Pre-registration is no longer required! Walk ins are welcome! - [The M Factor 2: Before the Pause - Perimenopause Film and Q&A](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/calendar/the-m-factor-2-before-the-pause-perimenopause-film-and-qa/) - Following up from three incredible screening of "The M Factor", "Before The Pause (Perimenopause)” continues the groundbreaking work of the original film by exposing the silence surrounding perimenopause - the critical transition before menopause that affects women's physical, mental and emotional health. Join us for a screening of the event followed by a Q&A Session - [Bellies to Babies Drop-In](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/calendar/bellies-to-babies-2-2-2-2-2/2026-06-11/) - Bellies to Babies is a FREE education and support program for pregnant, postpartum &newly parenting people and their infants up to 12 months of age. We offer: Drop-ins, outdoor socials, group walks and swims, providing a chance to connect and discuss a topic related to pregnancy/infants/parenting. Not already a part of the Bellies to Babies - [Parent-Tot Funtimes (Fernie)](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/calendar/parent-tot-funtimes-fernie-2-2/2025-09-16/) - Parent-Tot Funtimes is a drop-in program for families with kids aged 0 to 6. It's all about helping families connect and giving kids a chance to learn early. Every session has toys, songs and stories, and a craft or fun activity. - [Parent-Tot Funtimes (Elkford)](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/calendar/parent-tot-funtimes-elkford-2-2/2025-09-17/) - Parent-Tot Funtimes is a drop-in program for families with kids aged 0 to 6. It's all about helping families connect and giving kids a chance to learn early. Every session has toys, songs and stories, and a craft or fun activity. - [Parent-Tot Funtimes (Sparwood)](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/calendar/parent-tot-funtimes-sparwood-5-2-2/2025-10-20/) - Parent-Tot Funtimes is a drop-in program for families with kids aged 0 to 6. It's all about helping families connect and giving kids a chance to learn early. Every session has toys, songs and stories, and a craft or fun activity. - [Parent Connections](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/calendar/parent-connections-2-2-2-2-3/) - The Parent Connections program is a free, drop-in place for parents to meet, learn from each other's experiences, gain a better understanding of positive parenting strategies, and build long lasting friendships. Each week parents will engage in a fun activity while sharing and discussing a new parenting topic. Mondays from 3:30 - 5 PM in - [Parent Connections](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/calendar/parent-connections-2-2-2-2-2/) - The Parent Connections program is a free, drop-in place for parents to meet, learn from each other's experiences, gain a better understanding of positive parenting strategies, and build long lasting friendships. Each week parents will engage in a fun activity while sharing and discussing a new parenting topic. Mondays from 3:30 - 5 PM in - [Parent Connections](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/calendar/parent-connections-2-2-2/2025-10-20/) - The Parent Connections program is a free, drop-in place for parents to meet, learn from each other's experiences, gain a better understanding of positive parenting strategies, and build long lasting friendships. Each week parents will engage in a fun activity while sharing and discussing a new parenting topic. Mondays from 3:30 - 5 PM in - [Parent Connections](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/calendar/parent-connections-2-2-2-2/2026-06-08/) - The Parent Connections program is a free, drop-in place for parents to meet, learn from each other's experiences, gain a better understanding of positive parenting strategies, and build long lasting friendships. Each week parents will engage in a fun activity while sharing and discussing a new parenting topic. Mondays from 3:30 - 5 PM in - [Ready, Set, Learn!](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/calendar/ready-set-learn/) - You are invited to attend Ready, Set, Learn!, an event for families with kids aged 0-5 to come and connect with early years service providers, kindergarten teachers, other families and community members. Engage in enjoyable play based activities, learn all about fostering positive connections between families, the school system, and local community agencies. You'll also - [Gentle Yoga: Mindfulness Through Movement](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/calendar/gentle-yoga-mindfulness-through-movement-3-2-2-2/2026-05-14/) - Join the Fernie Women's Resource Centre for a free yoga practice for people who have experienced trauma This will be a gentle flow yoga practice focusing on stretching the body and quieting the mind. All skill levels and abilities welcome, no experience or equipment necessary. Space is - [Hot Flashes & Leaky Laughs](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/calendar/hot-flashes-leaky-laughs/) - Join us for an engaging, informative evening exploring the real physical changes of menopause- from pelvic floor shifts to muscle and bone health- with practical tips and plenty of support! Followed by a Q&A, ask all your strength & exercise, pelvic floor, bone health, screening, and menopause questions! Bring a yoga mat to sit on - [Self Compassion Group](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/calendar/self-compassion-group/2026-05-20/) - This is a four-week, skills based group that helps participants cultivate inner kindness, mindfulness, and resilience to manage difficult emotions and reduce self-criticism. Through practical, interactive exercises and shared reflection, you will learn to treat yourself with the same compassion you offer to a good friend. This will be an in person closed group - [Bellies to Babies Drop-In](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/calendar/bellies-to-babies-2-2-2-2/2026-01-08/) - Bellies to Babies is a FREE education and support program for pregnant, postpartum &newly parenting people and their infants up to 12 months of age. We offer: Drop-ins, outdoor socials, group walks and swims, providing a chance to connect and discuss a topic related to pregnancy/infants/parenting. Not already a part of the Bellies to Babies - [Juice Box Social (Fernie)](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/calendar/juice-box-social-2-2-2-2/2025-10-24/) - There has been a change to the Juice Box Social schedule!! The JBS's will now be happening once a month, and they will be a pajama party! The Juice Box Social is a drop-in group for families with babies and toddlers from birth to two years. Siblings and visiting family members are also welcome to attend. - [The M Factor - A Film For Everyone](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/calendar/the-m-factor-a-film-for-everyone/) - The M Factor is a film for everyone - because everyone will either go through menopause, or loves someone who will! Join us on Friday, January 16th at the Vogue Theatre in Fernie to celebrate strength, support and shared journeys. If someone in your life will, has, or is currently in perimenopause or menopause this - [Gentle Yoga: Mindfulness Through Movement](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/calendar/gentle-yoga-mindfulness-through-movement-3/2025-09-11/) - Join the Fernie Women's Resource Centre for a free yoga practice for people who have experienced trauma This will be a gentle flow yoga practice focusing on stretching the body and quieting the mind. All skill levels and abilities welcome, no experience or equipment necessary. Space is - [Grief Support Group](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/calendar/2025-grief-support-group/2025-09-18/) - Join us for our free drop-in Grief Support Group at Our Place located at 1592A 10th Ave in Fernie, BC. This in-person event provides a safe and supportive space for individuals who are experiencing grief. Whether you have recently lost a loved one or are still coping with a past loss, our group offers a - [Juice Box Social (Fernie)](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/calendar/juice-box-social-2-2-2/) - The Juice Box Social is a drop-in group for families with babies and toddlers from birth to two years. Siblings and visiting family members are also welcome to attend. The program is based on the building blocks that community connection between parents, all ages of caregivers and family are the main support for early learning. - [Parent Connections](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/calendar/parent-connections-2-2/2025-01-06/) - The Parent Connections program is another place for parents to meet. We have talks on different parenting topics, guest speakers who share useful information, and an open space for parents to talk about the good and tough parts of being a parent. We also provide a childminding service for kids aged 9 months and up, - [Juice Box Social (Sparwood)](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/calendar/juice-box-social-sparwood/2025-01-14/) - The Juice Box Social is now in Sparwood too! This is a free, drop-in program for families and caregivers with babies up to 2 years. It includes a thirty-minute participatory song and story time facilitated by Anie Hepher, followed by time for parents to connect over coffee and conversation.Our intergenerational weekly gathering is an opportunity for new ## Series - [Morning Mindfulness Meditation](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/series/morning-mindfulness-meditation/) - [Gentle Yoga: Mindfulness Through Movement](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/series/gentle-yoga-mindfulness-through-movement/) - [Self Compassion Group](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/series/self-compassion-group/) - [2025 Grief Support Group](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/series/2025-grief-support-group/) - [Parent Connections](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/series/parent-connections/) - [Baby and Me Music Group](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/series/baby-and-me-music-group/) - [Parent-Tot Funtimes (Elkford)](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/series/parent-tot-funtimes-elkford/) - [Parent-Tot Funtimes (Fernie)](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/series/parent-tot-funtimes-fernie/) - [Parent-Tot Funtimes (Sparwood)](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/series/parent-tot-funtimes-sparwood/) - [Bellies to Babies](https://www.ferniewomenscentre.com/series/bellies-to-babies/)