Willow Arts Community is expanding into Welland and Fort Erie, bringing its free arts programs to more people across Niagara.
The St. Catharines-based organization has spent the past 10 years supporting adults with lived experience of mental illness or substance use through creative programs that build confidence and connection.
A three-year Ontario Trillium Foundation grant will help fund the expansion, with drop-in programs launching at libraries in Welland and Fort Erie in January.
Founder Leigh MacLeod says they are excited to bring the same opportunities to their hometown of Fort Erie and other Niagara communities.
(Written by: Brandon Warby)