West Elgin Community Health Centre
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Our Community Health Centre offers primary health care, illness prevention and community programs to the people of Dutton Dunwich and West Elgin.
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With global headlines dominated by ICE's violent arrests of migrants, including children — Indigenous people are finding themselves increasingly in the crosshairs.
“You get arbitrarily taken into detention for looking a certain way.”
Story by Crystal Greene.
indiginews.com/features/ice...
“You get arbitrarily taken into detention for looking a certain way.”
Story by Crystal Greene.
indiginews.com/features/ice...
Across the border, Indigenous fears spike amidst ‘U.S.’ immigration crackdown
With ICE operations, multiple First Nations warn members about travel risks — despite treaty rights. Why Indigenous communities are on the frontlines defending rights for all
indiginews.com
January 30, 2026 at 3:51 PM
With global headlines dominated by ICE's violent arrests of migrants, including children — Indigenous people are finding themselves increasingly in the crosshairs.
“You get arbitrarily taken into detention for looking a certain way.”
Story by Crystal Greene.
indiginews.com/features/ice...
“You get arbitrarily taken into detention for looking a certain way.”
Story by Crystal Greene.
indiginews.com/features/ice...
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For #GivingTuesday, make a difference close to home in Ontario w/ your $$, by considering a gift to the #CommunityHealth organization near you. Funds help w/ community programs, resources for marginalized people and more! Find an org + their website here to donate: www.allianceon.org/find-a-centre
December 2, 2025 at 9:24 PM
For #GivingTuesday, make a difference close to home in Ontario w/ your $$, by considering a gift to the #CommunityHealth organization near you. Funds help w/ community programs, resources for marginalized people and more! Find an org + their website here to donate: www.allianceon.org/find-a-centre
The West Elgin Community Health Centre is an amazing place to work and West Elgin is a beautiful area to live and play! Come make a community health care difference with us. Contact: dthomas@wechc.on.ca
November 19, 2025 at 8:08 PM
The West Elgin Community Health Centre is an amazing place to work and West Elgin is a beautiful area to live and play! Come make a community health care difference with us. Contact: dthomas@wechc.on.ca
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The Alliance is live today w/ our partners at Queen's Park as part of the #ForUsForYou advocacy breakfast in support of closing the wage gap faced by community health workers in Ontario. We're grateful for investments in #primarycare, and now we must support staff to sustain that expansion. #ONpoli
November 17, 2025 at 1:08 PM
The Alliance is live today w/ our partners at Queen's Park as part of the #ForUsForYou advocacy breakfast in support of closing the wage gap faced by community health workers in Ontario. We're grateful for investments in #primarycare, and now we must support staff to sustain that expansion. #ONpoli
We need #ClimateAction Now!
#ClimateAction is the biggest health opportunity of our time.
Cities, communities and the health sector are leading the way.
The energy transition is delivering:
✅ cleaner air
✅ healthier jobs
✅ measurable economic growth
and more.
Read more in the Lancet Countdown report 🔗 bit.ly/4oCJbKc #COP30
Cities, communities and the health sector are leading the way.
The energy transition is delivering:
✅ cleaner air
✅ healthier jobs
✅ measurable economic growth
and more.
Read more in the Lancet Countdown report 🔗 bit.ly/4oCJbKc #COP30
October 30, 2025 at 12:42 PM
We need #ClimateAction Now!
Community Health and Wellbeing Month is an October initiative that highlights the importance of community-based health services showcasing organizations such as the West Elgin Community Health Centre. At our Centre we focus on health equity, and building stronger, healthier communities. #CHWM2025
October 20, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Community Health and Wellbeing Month is an October initiative that highlights the importance of community-based health services showcasing organizations such as the West Elgin Community Health Centre. At our Centre we focus on health equity, and building stronger, healthier communities. #CHWM2025
October 10, 2025 at 8:09 PM
October is Community Health and Wellbeing Month and Community Support Month - its an opportunity to celebrate and raise awareness about the vital importance of these healthcare services and the amazing work of the West Elgin Community Health Centre.
#CHWM
#StandingTogether
#CHWM
#StandingTogether
October 6, 2025 at 2:25 PM
October is Community Health and Wellbeing Month and Community Support Month - its an opportunity to celebrate and raise awareness about the vital importance of these healthcare services and the amazing work of the West Elgin Community Health Centre.
#CHWM
#StandingTogether
#CHWM
#StandingTogether
If you are not able to join us next week in Rodney, our Board is having a second Town Hall #Community Consultation on Thursday October 16 at 6:00pm in the Dutton Dunwich Community Centre. Thanks to Dutton Dunwich Council and Municipality for their support. #ElginCounty #OnHealth
October 3, 2025 at 1:56 PM
If you are not able to join us next week in Rodney, our Board is having a second Town Hall #Community Consultation on Thursday October 16 at 6:00pm in the Dutton Dunwich Community Centre. Thanks to Dutton Dunwich Council and Municipality for their support. #ElginCounty #OnHealth
Community Town Hall: Shaping the Neighbourhood #Health Home Model. @ElginOHT is hosting a public Town Hall on Monday, Sept 29, from 5:30–7:30 p.m. at the St. Thomas Seniors Centre. Come learn about the model, share your feedback, and help shape the future of #care in our #community. #OnHealth
September 23, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Community Town Hall: Shaping the Neighbourhood #Health Home Model. @ElginOHT is hosting a public Town Hall on Monday, Sept 29, from 5:30–7:30 p.m. at the St. Thomas Seniors Centre. Come learn about the model, share your feedback, and help shape the future of #care in our #community. #OnHealth
Think #ClimateChange is the only harm? #FossilFuel pollution threatens every organ in the body.
🫁 Breathing problems
❤️ Cardiovascular disease
🧠 Neurological impacts
👶 Pregnancy risks
This is a full-spectrum #HealthCrisis. See Cradle to Grave climateandhealthalliance.org/cradle-to-gr... #Cradle2Grave
🫁 Breathing problems
❤️ Cardiovascular disease
🧠 Neurological impacts
👶 Pregnancy risks
This is a full-spectrum #HealthCrisis. See Cradle to Grave climateandhealthalliance.org/cradle-to-gr... #Cradle2Grave
September 17, 2025 at 2:47 PM
Think #ClimateChange is the only harm? #FossilFuel pollution threatens every organ in the body.
🫁 Breathing problems
❤️ Cardiovascular disease
🧠 Neurological impacts
👶 Pregnancy risks
This is a full-spectrum #HealthCrisis. See Cradle to Grave climateandhealthalliance.org/cradle-to-gr... #Cradle2Grave
🫁 Breathing problems
❤️ Cardiovascular disease
🧠 Neurological impacts
👶 Pregnancy risks
This is a full-spectrum #HealthCrisis. See Cradle to Grave climateandhealthalliance.org/cradle-to-gr... #Cradle2Grave
Please join our Board as we host a Town Hall Community Consultation on Wednesday October 8 at 6:00pm in the Rodney Recreation Centre. Thanks to West Elgin Council and Municipality for their support.
September 16, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Please join our Board as we host a Town Hall Community Consultation on Wednesday October 8 at 6:00pm in the Rodney Recreation Centre. Thanks to West Elgin Council and Municipality for their support.
Our national pension manager should safeguard long-term financial security – not fuel systemic economic and ecological risk. Read Shift's full breakdown of CPPIB’s summer of fossil fuel financing:
CPPIB Watch: A quarterly update on CPPIB-owned fossil fuel companies (July – September 2025) — Shift - Protect Your Pension and the Planet
Amidst another summer of heatwaves, droughts and wildfires forcing Canadians to flee their homes, the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPPIB) continues to own and invest in companies that are pro...
www.shiftaction.ca
September 11, 2025 at 3:01 PM
We have updated the banners in our main entrance to further show our support for #Equity, #Inclusivity and #Belonging.
September 8, 2025 at 7:05 PM
We have updated the banners in our main entrance to further show our support for #Equity, #Inclusivity and #Belonging.
Health professionals across Canada are calling on the federal government to act on the triple planetary crisis of climate change, pollution and biodiversity loss because our health depends on it.
Add your name to the open letter: planetaryhealthday.ca
#ClimateCrisis
Add your name to the open letter: planetaryhealthday.ca
#ClimateCrisis
National Day of Action on Planetary Health
planetaryhealthday.ca
September 8, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Health professionals across Canada are calling on the federal government to act on the triple planetary crisis of climate change, pollution and biodiversity loss because our health depends on it.
Add your name to the open letter: planetaryhealthday.ca
#ClimateCrisis
Add your name to the open letter: planetaryhealthday.ca
#ClimateCrisis
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Amidst another summer of heatwaves, droughts & wildfires, CPPIB made a bizarre decision to profile its investment in an oil & gas company whose business model is fundamentally incompatible with the long-term retirement security of Canadians. #cdnpoli #fossilfuels www.shiftaction.ca/news/2025/8/...
As climate-fueled wildfires rage, CPPIB spotlights Canada's largest oil & gas producer — Shift - Protect Your Pension and the Planet
Amidst another summer of heatwaves, droughts and wildfires forcing Canadians to flee their homes, the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPPIB) made a bizarre decision to profile its investment in ...
www.shiftaction.ca
August 25, 2025 at 7:34 PM
Amidst another summer of heatwaves, droughts & wildfires, CPPIB made a bizarre decision to profile its investment in an oil & gas company whose business model is fundamentally incompatible with the long-term retirement security of Canadians. #cdnpoli #fossilfuels www.shiftaction.ca/news/2025/8/...
'Clean, healthy and sustainable #environment' is a human right, International Court of Justice says
www.cbc.ca/news/science... #OnHealth #CdnHealth #SDOH #ClimateCrisis
www.cbc.ca/news/science... #OnHealth #CdnHealth #SDOH #ClimateCrisis
UN's top court says failing to protect planet from climate change could violate international law | CBC News
In a landmark advisory opinion on Wednesday, the United Nations' top court said countries could be in violation of international law if they fail to take measures to protect the planet from climate ch...
www.cbc.ca
July 24, 2025 at 2:45 PM
'Clean, healthy and sustainable #environment' is a human right, International Court of Justice says
www.cbc.ca/news/science... #OnHealth #CdnHealth #SDOH #ClimateCrisis
www.cbc.ca/news/science... #OnHealth #CdnHealth #SDOH #ClimateCrisis
We should be prioritizing access to #CleanDrinkingWater in our #Infrastructure projects? #OnHealth #CanHealth #SDOH
A boil water advisory is in effect at the Chippewas of the Thames First Nation, just south-west of London, Ontario.
July 22, 2025 at 6:10 PM
We should be prioritizing access to #CleanDrinkingWater in our #Infrastructure projects? #OnHealth #CanHealth #SDOH
Income inequality hit record high at start of 2025 www.cbc.ca/news/politic... #UniversalBasicIncome
Income inequality hit record high at start of 2025, Statistics Canada says | CBC News
The gap between the country's highest- and lowest-income households reached a record high in the first quarter of 2025, Statistics Canada said Wednesday.
www.cbc.ca
July 22, 2025 at 2:33 PM
Income inequality hit record high at start of 2025 www.cbc.ca/news/politic... #UniversalBasicIncome
Our parking lot at West Elgin Community Health Centre looks a little different today. Hope you can come out to the Roots and Revival festival this weekend! rootsrevival.ca
July 18, 2025 at 5:44 PM
Our parking lot at West Elgin Community Health Centre looks a little different today. Hope you can come out to the Roots and Revival festival this weekend! rootsrevival.ca
Thanks to all who joined us in dedicating our #Indigenous #HealingGarden. Miigwetch to Elder Maxine for blessing our garden and sharing your truth, Claudia from @SOAHAC, Gayle for designing our bench, Jenna for planting the native plants, and West Lorne and Thamesville Horticultural Societies.
July 9, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Thanks to all who joined us in dedicating our #Indigenous #HealingGarden. Miigwetch to Elder Maxine for blessing our garden and sharing your truth, Claudia from @SOAHAC, Gayle for designing our bench, Jenna for planting the native plants, and West Lorne and Thamesville Horticultural Societies.
Please join us as we formally dedicate our #Indigenous #HealingGarden.
July 3, 2025 at 7:57 PM
Please join us as we formally dedicate our #Indigenous #HealingGarden.
July 2, 2025 at 4:10 PM
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If the world spent as much money on vaccines as it does on war, it would be a different place.
June 26, 2025 at 5:24 AM
If the world spent as much money on vaccines as it does on war, it would be a different place.
We are starting a new program over the summer - a Sandwich Generation #Caregiver Support Group!
June 19, 2025 at 1:10 PM
We are starting a new program over the summer - a Sandwich Generation #Caregiver Support Group!