MWCN History
The MWCN was founded in 1999 as the Chateauguay Focus Group. In 2004, the group became The Chateauguay English Community Network (Le Reseau Anglophone de la Communauté de Chateauguay) The “CECN”. Throughout these years the organization has grown by creating new opportunities, events and more.
Since May, 2016, we are known as the Monteregie West Community Network; the MWCN!
OUR VISION
To support a strong and vibrant English-speaking community within the Montérégie West.
our mission
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Form and support partnerships within the Montérégie West community and its neighbours.
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Bring together individuals, community groups, public organizations, professionals, and businesses.
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Encourage and provide lifelong learning for everyone from the youth to the elderly.
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Provide information and resources to advance improved access to health and social services for all.
FOCUS AREAS
Grounded in the needs of the community and working in partnership and collaboration, the four focus areas of MWCN are:
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ACCESS TO SERVICES IN ENGLISH
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TARGETED SUPPORT FOR VULNERABLE PEOPLE
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STRONG EMPLOYABILITY & ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES FOR ENGLISH-SPEAKERS
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STRONG ORGANIZATIONAL CAPACITY
WHAT WE DO
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Working with our Monteregie West communities, we provide information and resources to promote improved access to health and social services for everyone
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Workshops
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Exercise programs
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Inter-generational support
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Community-building through excursions, forums, and social events
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Life-long learning
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Volunteer support, recruitment, and recognition
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Employability: refers job seekers to partners and hosts community events.
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Youth Mental Health services target ages 16-35, offering diverse support in high schools and adult education, including pet therapy.
