Seaway Valley Community Health Centre

10/16/2026

🌟 Happy National Boss’s Day! 🌟
On October 16th, we take a moment to recognize and thank the incredible leadership team at Seaway Valley Community Health Centre. 💙
Great leadership is about so much more than a title. It’s about listening, showing kindness, leading with vision, treating others with respect, and creating an environment where people feel valued and supported.
We are grateful to our leadership team for the professionalism, compassion, vision, respect and dedication they bring to SVCHC each and every day. Your willingness to listen, your thoughtful guidance and your commitment to our team and the community we serve make a difference. 🌿
From all of us at SVCHC — thank you for leading with both purpose and heart. We appreciate you! 💙

10/15/2026

Living Well with COPD – Free 6-Week Online Program

Have you or someone you love been diagnosed with COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) or experienced ongoing breathing difficulties? 💙

Join Seaway Valley Community Health Centre’s Living Well with COPD program to learn practical ways to better manage your condition, improve your quality of life, and feel more confident in your day-to-day activities. Family members are welcome, too!

📅 Mondays, November 9 – December 14, 2026
🕙 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
💻 Virtual (online) program

Over six weeks, participants will have the opportunity to learn more about living with COPD and managing their respiratory health.

🌷 Prefer an in-person program? We’ll also be offering an in-person session in the spring/summer!

📌 Register today!
🌐 https://seawayvalleychc.ca/program-registration
📞 Call 1-888-936-0306 ext. 229

Take a step toward breathing easier and living well. Share this post with anyone who may benefit!

10/14/2026

🎶 COME SING WITH US! 🎶 A NEW PROGRAM AT SEAWAY VALLEY COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTRE!

Do you love to sing? Or maybe you just enjoy music, laughter, and connecting with others? We invite you to join our new Come Sing With Us program, starting Monday, October 26! 💚

This welcoming singing group is all about having fun, building connections, and enjoying the benefits of singing together in an inclusive, supportive environment. No musical experience is needed, and you don’t have to be a great singer! Whether you love to sing your heart out or prefer to simply listen and enjoy the company, there’s a place for you. 🎵

🌟 Meet your facilitator, Virginia Dipierro!

Virginia has been a singer and performer from a young age, growing up in Philadelphia and training in dance and musical theatre. Her passion for singing took on a deeper meaning in 2009 when she performed at a seniors’ residence in Montreal. There, she witnessed how music could reach people in extraordinary ways, including one woman who had not spoken in months but sang along to every song.

Since then, Virginia has dedicated much of her time to bringing the joy of music to seniors’ residences and community venues. During the pandemic, she began hosting Melodies and Memories on YourTV Cornwall, helping people stay connected through music when in-person singing wasn’t possible.

Virginia says, “Having people sing together is fun, rewarding and healing,” and she can’t wait to welcome everyone to Come Sing With Us!

📅 When: Monday evenings, 6:00–7:30 p.m., October 26 to December 7
📍 Where: Seaway Valley Community Health Centre, 353 Pitt Street, Cornwall
💚 Cost: FREE!

🎤 All voices are welcome! “Bad singing” is encouraged, and participation is always at your own comfort level.

📞 Drop in or register in advance:
🌐 seawayvalleychc.ca/program-registration
☎️ 1-888-936-0306 ext. 229

Come for the music, stay for the connection, and discover the joy of singing together. We can’t wait to see you there! 🎶

10/13/2026

💚 Real attachment requires culturally safe, judgment-free care.
At Seaway Valley Community Health Centre, we believe everyone deserves to feel welcomed, respected, heard and safe when accessing health and community services.

That means creating a space where people can be themselves, ask questions, share their concerns and access support without fear of judgment or barriers.

🌈 We are committed to welcoming LGBTQIA2S+ community members and creating an inclusive environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

🌎 For newcomers and community members who speak languages other than English, translation and interpretation supports can help make services easier to understand and access.

👶 👶 Healthy Sprouts provides health and developmental support for children from birth to age 5 who do not have a primary care provider, including asylum seekers and new Canadians. The program helps families monitor their child’s development, access immunizations, identify concerns early and connect with helpful community resources.
https://seawayvalleychc.ca/healthy-sprouts/

💬 And through our many health promotion, wellness, social prescribing and community programs, we work to connect people with the care, resources and relationships they need to thrive.
Because real attachment takes more than providing a service—it takes trust, connection, understanding and a commitment to creating spaces where everyone belongs.

This Community Health & Wellbeing Month, we’re proud to continue building a community where everyone has a place, everyone is respected, and everyone can access care without barriers. 💚

10/13/2026

🥞🌈 Pride Community Brunch 🌈🥞
(Sharing on behalf of our friends at Diversity/Diversité Cornwall)

Members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community from Cornwall, Akwesasne, and SD&G, along with their families, are invited to join us for a free community brunch!

In addition to a free buffet-style brunch there will be an all-ages, family-friendly drag show featuring the gorgeous performers, Zak Zinya and Shea D. Ladie! Registration is required to attend, so if you'd like to join and haven't already registered feel free to join by following the link below or the QR code in the attached poster! 💜✨

📅 Date: Saturday, October 17th
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Knights of Columbus Hall – 205 Amelia Street, Cornwall
🎟️ Cost: Free
👥 Who can attend: Members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community and their families
📝 Registration Required
Advance registration is mandatory and space is limited. If multiple adults are attending, please register each person separately. Minors may attend when registered with an accompanying adult.
🔗 Register here: https://forms.gle/qKyRiSC2PNeyE9C87

Come share a meal, connect with community, and celebrate Pride together! 🌈🥞💜

10/12/2026

10/08/2026

🏛️ A Friendly Reminder: Cornwall Mayoral Forum is Tonight!

Join us tonight, Thursday, October 8, for the Cornwall Community Well-Being Mayoral Forum!
Come out and meet the mayoral candidates, hear their perspectives, and learn more about their priorities on issues that matter to our community, including:
🏠 Affordable Housing & Housing Security
👵 Aging in Place & Community Safety
❤️ Health & Social Services
🇫🇷 French-Language Services
📅 Tonight — Thursday, October 8, 2026
📍 St. Joseph's Continuing Care Centre – Jeanne Mance Hall, 14 York Street
🕕 6:00–7:00 p.m. – Meet & Greet with Candidates
🗣️ 7:00–8:00 p.m. – Mayoral Candidates' Debate
This is a great opportunity to connect, listen and learn more about the issues that affect the well-being of our community.
We hope to see you there! 💙
Presented in partnership with St. Joseph's Continuing Care Centre, Seaway Valley Community Health Centre, Maison de la Terre, Centre de santé communautaire de Cornwall and Seniors for Second Residences Inc.

10/06/2026

🚶‍♀️🍂 Get W.I.T.H. IT is BACK! 🍂🚶‍♂️

We’re excited to announce that our Get W.I.T.H. IT (Walking in the Halls) program started back today! 🎉

This volunteer-led program is a wonderful way to stay active, socialize, and support your overall health and wellness—all while enjoying the company of others in a warm, welcoming environment.

👟 Walk at your own pace.
📏 Choose the distance that feels right for you.
🤝 Meet new people and enjoy some social time.
🌨️ Stay active without worrying about snow, ice, or slippery sidewalks!

Whether you’re looking to add more movement to your day, enjoy a friendly chat, or simply get out and connect with others, everyone is welcome! Our program is inclusive and designed for people of all abilities and fitness levels.

A special thank you to Cornwall Square - Weaving Baskets Group for generously providing us with a space to meet up and a place to store our coats and boots. 🥾🧥

(Hopefully those boots can stay tucked away for a little while longer! 😉)

Thank you to our amazing volunteers who help make Get W.I.T.H. IT possible. ❤️

Come walk with us—you can take as many or as few steps as you like! 🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️💚

10/05/2026

👶 Expecting a baby or parenting a little one under 12 months? 💕
The Triple P for Baby program, offered by the Eastern Ontario Health Unit, can help you feel more confident and prepared for the journey of parenthood.
This evidence-based program offers practical strategies to help you:
✨ Understand your baby’s cues and how to respond
✨ Manage common challenges like crying and sleep
✨ Support your baby’s social and cognitive development
✨ Build a strong, positive relationship with your baby
✨ Take care of your own emotional wellbeing
✨ Feel more confident and enjoy life as a new parent
The program includes a combination of four group sessions and four individual consultations, available in person or virtually. Triple P for Baby Flyer eng
👨‍👩‍👧 Who is it for? Parents-to-be, new parents, and caregivers of babies up to 12 months of age.
📌 Interested in learning more or registering?
Visit the Eastern Ontario Health Unit’s Triple P page for program details and registration information.
https://www.eohu.ca/en/classes-clinics/triple-p

💙 Give yourself and your little one a positive start!