April 2026

Greetings Everyone,

It has been a hugely busy and satisfying year at Westwood. I am proud of how much we have accomplished and what is planned for the future. A huge thank you to all of you!

We continue to have interesting and stimulating Sunday services, a special Winter Solstice celebration, live music and a variety of speakers. We  provide zoom access and record services for later viewing. On long weekends we have popular in-person, low tech, Serendipity services. Harmonia choir is humming along, we continue with the Mindfulness Meditation group, the Freethinkers Book club, the Compassion bank, Unprepared Music group and Second Sunday Potlucks. The Board of Trustees work together with enthusiasm and congeniality. Our administrator handles a huge amount of work which most of us never see and our AV technician manages all the intricate parts to connect our zoom and live participants.  And where would we be without our regular cleaner who comes in late at night so we can shine on Sundays?  

The Earth-Centred group hosts celebrations, whether at Westwood, people’s homes or outdoors throughout the year.

A  monthly  Games Night and a twice monthly adult Art Playshop continue to thrive. 

We maintain connections with other Unitarian groups through the Canadian Unitarian Council . 

What is most important is how we help each other find meaning, purpose and enjoyment through participation in Westwood.

No individual can make all this happen – it takes a community. And of course it takes money. Westwood relies on casino funds (another project that takes volunteers), and the financial support of members and friends. I hope you will support Westwood in whatever way you can, by pledging a generous amount, by helping out with the work of running such a busy, vibrant place or by attending and being present for others. 

Looking forward to another wonderful year, with affection and appreciation,

Lorian Kennedy

President, Board of Trustees