Social & Community Programs - Cowichan Valley
Financial, Food, Legal, and Social / Recreational
Provided by Cowichan Neighbourhood House Association (CNHA)
Various social and recreational programs for families in the Cowichan Valley.
Cowichan Neighbourhood House Association or CNHA is a volunteer-driven community centre. CNHA offers free resources, meals, and programming to help build a stronger, more inclusive community. CNHA is dedicated to providing essential supports and opportunities for connection for the entire community.
The CNHA offers free groceries, clothing, and household items through its Pantry & Free Store. In addition, lunch is served and the community is invited to drop in for coffee, a game of cards, puzzles and conversation. Other services include community dinners, knitting club, sewing repairs, cooking classes for youth, and the popular Adopt-a-Family program at Christmas. The following services are available:
- Zero Waste Food: Lunch, coffee, pantry, and community connection. Drop in Monday - Friday 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM.
- Courses for Volunteers and Community Living: Offered according to community need and demand: Food Safe, First Aid, Narcan.
- Advocacy: Assistance with filling out government forms, and obtaining services. Call or drop in during regular hours to book a time.
- Restorative Justice: Community Circles Restorative Justice Society has partnered with Cowichan Neighbourhood House. Visit on Wednesdays between 11:00 AM and 2:30 PM at Cowichan Neighbourhood House.
Regular hours are Monday to Friday from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM. To see upcoming programs and events happening at CNHA, see the event calendar. Programs are free for members. Membership costs $20 yearly per family.
250-246-3203
Public email: info@cnha.ca
Website: https://www.cnha.ca
9806 Willow Street, Chemainus, British Columbia, V0R 1K0
Hours: Monday to Friday 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Cost: Fees may apply
Availability
Service area: Chemainus, Duncan, Ladysmith, Penelakut Island + show cities
Service Types Provided
Financial
Food
Legal
Ways to Access
- Includes the provision of goods
- Provided at a single location
- Provided in a group in-person
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