Have you ever wanted to volunteer with SERC? Now is the perfect time! We are currently seeking a volunteer Treasurer to join our Board of Directors. This volunteer position requires a time commitment of two to four hours per month. The term is two years, with the possibility of renewal. The Board Treasurer will be… Read More
News & Updates
COVID-19 Updates
SERC offices are open again after a brief holiday break. We are continuing to do our part in reducing the spread of COVID-19, including offering many of our programs and services remotely to help keep our communities safer. We ask that folks either phone or e-mail before visiting our office(s): Winnipeg: (204) 982-7800 or info@serc.mb.ca … Read More
Vaccine Drop-In
In partnership with the Manitoba Association of Community Health, the Manitoba Harm Reduction Network, and Prairie Mountain Health, we are pleased to announce an upcoming Vaccine Drop-In on Thursday, December 16 from 2:00 – 6:00 pm at 701 Rosser Avenue in Brandon, MB. Drop in to get your first, second, or third COVID vaccine, or… Read More
Holiday Closures
Please note that both SERC Winnipeg and Brandon offices will close at noon on Friday, December 24 and will be closed until Monday, January 3 (inclusive). We will re-open to the public Tuesday, January 4, 2022. If you require safer sex supplies or other harm reduction supplies from either office, please request enough supplies to… Read More
Reproductive Justice in Rural and Remote Manitoban Communities
The following is an article written by Youth Facilitator, Chris Romaniuk, for the Institute for International Women’s Rights MB. Reproductive justice includes equal access to safe and accessible abortion, affordable contraceptives, and comprehensive sex education. In Canada, we have the right to access each of these and make autonomous decisions about our bodies, including the… Read More
Second Place: Bentley Awards of Excellence
We are absolutely thrilled to be the recipient of a 2021 Helen and Fred Bentley Awards of Excellence from Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights! The Helen and Fred Bentley Awards of Excellence recognize sexual health innovation and leadership in communities across Canada. We are so honoured to receive second place for our Knowledge… Read More
Virtual Workshop Series: Talking With Your Children About Sexuality
After a very successful virtual workshop series in the Spring, we’re pleased to announce a repeat of the series for parents/guardians/caregivers: Talking With Your Children About Sexuality. Please join us for the following interactive Zoom workshops: Talking With Your Children About Sexuality, Talking With Your Children About Sexuality for Newcomers 2STLGBQ+ Supportive Parenting The sessions… Read More
Teen Talk Website: Content Recovered!
On August 30, 2021, we shared that the Teen Talk website was down. Later, we shared in a public communication that we had learned the website server had been hacked, the backups deleted, and that the content was not recoverable. Fortunately, thanks to our IT support, the full Teen Talk website has been recovered! All… Read More
Teen Talk Website Down!
Looking for Teen Talk? Unfortunately, their website is down. Teen Talk is a program of SERC, so youth health education workshops can still be booked online by clicking here. For information or resources normally available on the Teen Talk website, please e-mail bdixon@serc.mb.ca. For information about sexuality and sexual health, click here. To ask an… Read More
Masks Still Required at SERC
In an effort to continue protecting our communities, masks are still required for SERC staff and visitors at both our Winnipeg and Brandon locations. Staff will still be required to self-screen before attending either office, and visitors can expect to be asked COVID-19 screening questions at the doors. Disposable masks are available for visitors, and… Read More