Community Events
Affordable Counselling Program Returns!
We are very happy to announce that our counselling program has returned and we are accepting new clients. Email info@lrca.ca or call 250-245-3079 to book a free intake appointment.
Read MoreStakeholder Survey
The LRCA is gathering confidential feedback from stakeholders about the performance of the LRCA to identify areas of strength, uncover areas for improvement, and seek ideas for future initiatives.
Read MoreGravity never fails to challenge Hill Dash runners and Running of the Balls on High Street
LRCA Running of the Balls and the Ladysmith Downtown Business Association Hill Dash races created all kinds of excitement on Saturday, June 17 on High Street from Third Avenue to First Avenue. Organizers were thrilled with the outcome and the generous support from the public and sponsors.
Read MoreLearn more about Fruit Rescue Program: Access to fresh, healthy food
Each year, an abundance of apples, cherries, plums, and more are grown locally, but not always harvested. The Fruit Rescue team wants to create a bridge between the those who have unused excess produce and those who could benefit from access to more fresh, healthy food! Read more here.
Read MoreB.C. Seniors Advocate shares information about seniors and offers some compelling advice
Isobel Mackenzie, seniors advocate for the proviincial Office of the Seniors Advocate, was guest speaker at LRCA seniors presentation on April 19. She offered her audience some compelling informaion and advice about seniors in British Columbia.
Read MoreHundreds celebrate opening of Heart on the Hill affordable housing building
LRCA celebrated a successful opening March 25 to the Heart on the Hill Building which will provide affordable housing in the community. Hundreds of people came to enjoy music, food and special suite tours.
Read MoreSeniors and Scams: how to avoid being a Victim
The world has changed but the fact that there is someone “out there” who wants to steal your money by deception has not. Here are some tips that will hopefully help people and prevent anyone being “scammed” out of their money.
Read MoreThankful for donations of all sizes: Backpack program, Food Bank, Cheer
Ladysmith Rotary has provided funding for LRCA’s new backpack program and other donations of all sizes are streaming into our Food Bank and Christmas Cheer campaign. LRCA thanks you all!
Read MoreSave-On-Foods Stuff the Truck event supports Food Bank
Save On Foods Stuff the Truck event benefits a number of Food Banks in the Cowichan Valley, including ours in Ladysmith. Special fundraiser runs from today to Dec. 9.
Read MoreSpecial moment at LRCA 30th: Hepburn Candyman specially featured
Ramona Hepburn attended the LRCA 30th anniversary celebration and enjoyed an extra special moment when she discovered her late husband, Jack, among the special drawings of people the LRCA holds dear.
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