Pictou County Women's Resource and Sexual Assault Centre

05/20/2026

Our Walk & Talk group begins on June 1, 2026! Register at morph@womenscentre.ca or call 902-755-4647 for more information!

05/18/2026

We will be closed today, Monday May 18, for Victoria Day. The Centre will reopen tomorrow at 9am.

05/14/2026

05/13/2026

Did you know?

The financial burden of menstrual supplies can be significant, with women spending up to $6,000 in their lifetime.

As part of the 's Product Drive, we are collecting menstruation products at public libraries in Pictou County from May 6 to May 30, 2026. 💗

05/11/2026

Report: Decent or Precarious? Understanding the Quality of Employment in Nova Scotia

To read the full report click the link below.

https://www.policyalternatives.ca/news-research/adw-decent-or-precarious/?mc_cid=f9131cec3e&mc_eid=603d96fd3f

05/10/2026

Today, we celebrate all the incredible people who mother us. Mothering is more than just how someone is born; it is about the deep love, guidance, and care that helps our whole community grow.

We want to honour every kind of mother:

Mothers and Stepmothers: Who provide daily love and support.

Aunties and Big Sisters: Who step up to lead and protect.

Chosen Mothers: Who choose to love and claim us as their own.

Grieving Mothers: We hold a special space for mothers who have lost their children. Your love does not end, and we honour your strength and your journey.

Grieving Children: We send extra love to those missing their mothers today. We honour the lasting bond and the memories you carry in your hearts.

We know that being a mother, or being mothered, looks different for everyone based on their identity and their story. Thank you for the many ways you help us grow and for building a kinder, fairer future for all of us.

05/07/2026

In support of Menstrual May, members of the NSGEU selected Pictou County Women's Resource and Sexual Assault Centre as the recipient of their collection of period products. We appreciate this thoughtful donation!

05/06/2026

The Westville Library is hosting a 3 part info series in May on "The Menopause Circle"

Call to register at 902-396-5022 or for more information.

05/05/2026

May 5th is Red Dress Day.

You might see red dresses hanging from trees, in windows, or worn by people in your community. These dresses are a powerful symbol for the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit people (MMIWG2S) across Canada.

To be a true friend and ally, we have to look at the whole picture. This isn't just about one issue it’s about how different things like racism, sexism, and the history of our country overlap.

Indigenous women and gender-diverse people often face more danger because they are treated unfairly by systems that are supposed to protect them. This is why an intersectional approach is so important, ensuring safety for all, especially those who are most at risk.

We hang these dresses to fill the empty spaces left behind and to demand a future where every Indigenous person is safe, respected, and loved.

05/04/2026

May 4-10 is Mental Health Week!

This year’s theme is "Come Together, Canada."
Connection is like fuel for our brains. It helps us stay strong and feel better. This week, let's focus on making small, simple connections that can make a huge difference:

Say hello to a neighbour or classmate.

Send a text to a friend you haven't talked to in a while.

Listen when someone tells you how they are doing.

We are stronger when we are connected. Let's look out for each other and make sure no one has to go through a hard time by themselves. 💚