Yesterday evening, our CEO Alison Dantas accepted a proclamation from New Westminster Mayor Patrick Johnstone celebrating this week as Elizabeth Fry Week. Thank you, Mayor and Council!

#EFry85 #EFW2024

On Friday May 10, show your support by wearing blue and joining our #BlueFryday campaign to stand in solidarity and raise awareness about the critical issues facing women and girls in the justice system.

Snap a pic and don't forget to tag us and use the hashtag #BlueFryday ! 🧢👕

Volunteering is at the heart of everything we do at EFry. This  #NationalVolunteerWeek , we want to give a big thanks to all the incredible individuals who dedicate their time, energy, and hearts to helping us support tens of thousands of women and children each year 💙 #NVW2024

Yesterday our CEO, Alison Dantas, and Exec Director Fund Development, Kyle Tiney, had the honour of hosting New Westminster-Burnaby MP Peter Julian at our head office to share our renewed vision for the future to best support the women, girls and children at risk in our community.

Are you a woman over 18 currently on probation and parole in Canada? We invite you to share your story by participating in an anonymous online survey conducted by University of Manitoba. Participants who complete the survey will receive a $15 gift card.

Survey link: bit.ly/48ZhaUR

If your record is 3 years old or older, you may qualify for a pardon. Contact our #PardonMe team today to learn more about this free program that will support you through the process.

#InternationalWomensDay is a reminder of both the progress and the challenges that lie ahead. Under this year's theme #InspireInclusion , we commit to breaking down barriers for the women and girls we serve. Join us this #IWD2024 as we work towards building a more inclusive world.

Ahead of #IWD tomorrow, our EFry team is met with mixed emotions as we prepare to celebrate women's achievements while bidding farewell to a cherished member, Omaima, who is set to retire after an incredible 13-year journey with us. Thank you for being an inspiration to us all!

If your record is three years old or older, you might be eligible for a pardon. EFry's Pardon Me team will help you throughout the process, free. And if you're low income, application fees are covered too. Contact us today to learn more.

Even an old criminal record can be a barrier to getting a job, finding housing and building a stable life. If your record is three years old or older, EFry's free Pardon Me program might be able to help. #PardonMe #RecordSuspension #DignityEqualityOpportunity

We're so grateful to all the Community Santas who have helped ensure our clients have a holiday gift this year. Thank You to Craft restaurants in Victoria and Vancouver's English Bay and False Creek for so generously donating dozens of gifts for our clients!

A huge thank you to the Boundary Elementary community for once again generously donating gifts to the women and children in our shelters. This year, Boundary students put together gift bags for 14 moms and their 31 kids, as well as 13 women in our Rosewood shelter program.

The giving spirit has started early for an EFry team member's grandson. We're sure Max will love it. Thank you and Happy Holidays!

For the 5th straight year, the Shoebox Project has generously donated nearly 40 shoeboxes filled with gifts for our Legacy Manor residents. These presents mean so much to the women we serve. Thank you & Happy Holidays!