Moose Jaw Right to Life has moved to a new location that is nearly three times bigger than its previous space and gives it breathing room to showcase its racks and displays.
The organization is now located in the lower level of First Baptist Church at 1010 Main Street North, after spending 26 years in a street-level shop at 107 Main Street North near Houston Pizza.
Moose Jaw Right to Life (MJRTL) has room to set up more racks to feature clothing for boys and girls ages newborn to 24 months, making it easier for visitors to find materials. There is also space for its displays, educational materials about adoption, abortion, healing after abortion, speaking to teens about chastity and healthy relationships, euthanasia, information about human development from conception, and posters.
“I think it’s wonderful. It’s bright and cheery. There’s lots of space,” said president Jean Landry. “We miss our big window … but we can’t have both sometimes.”
Due to pandemic restrictions, the Right to Life Centre only accepts appointments for those who need baby clothes or who simply want to talk. Appointments can be booked by calling 306-694-4111 or through the group’s Facebook page.
While the organization is disappointed that it can’t open to groups of people, Landry noted that the centre could accommodate up to two visitors at one time.
“We’re very grateful for First Baptist Church letting us use this area of their building,” she added. “It’s really a blessing to us. We’re very excited to be here.”
Besides social media and public advertising, MJRTL also uses word of mouth to publicize its services and outreach initiatives. For example, the centre has helped grandmothers who have been forced to look after their grandchildren due to unexpected family circumstances. They may not have any children’s items, so the organization does what it can to help them.
“The community continues to send in donations, and that’s what keeps us going,” she said. “We ask people to spread the word. Our baby clothing giveaway is for the whole community … . This is not just for people in great need, but for everyone.”
It’s been positive to help babies, mothers, and fathers in the community, said Amy Pryadko, who looks after social media and volunteers at the centre. The pro-life group has also done plenty of work to assist foster families, some of whom received their children and had no supplies.
“Sometimes foster families also donate back to us,” she added. “Sometimes we’re just the middleman.”
The Right to Life Centre looks forward to having an open house to celebrate its new location and share a coffee with the community, said Landry. Until then, she encouraged residents to book an appointment if they need support.
The centre needs more clothing hangars for babies and children’s outfits, she added, so the public is asked to contact Moose Jaw Right to Life to donate.
