Mansons Hall
The Southern Cortes Community Association (SCCA) is a registered non-profit and federal charity committed to bringing vibrant programming to the Cortes Island community. Our main facility is the Mansons Hall community centre, located in the heart of the south end of Cortes Island. Here you will find community events, programming for all ages, workshops, classes, seniors’ activities, facilities for private functions, the island’s skate park, and our childcare centre, the Cortes Island Playschool.
Since 1922 Mansons Hall has served as a community hub for Cortes gatherings, programs, events, and activities for all ages. Our public facility includes the Main Hall, a commercial kitchen, a meeting and cafe room, yoga studio, a free-use public computer station, and a retail boutique showcasing local makers.
Mansons Hall houses several non-profit organizations and services including the Mansons Landing Post Office, Cortes Pottery Guild, Reel Youth’s video production office, the office of our Regional Director Mark Vonesh, Cortes Community Radio CKTZ, Friends of Cortes Island, and the Cortes Island Women’s Resource Centre. For information about these groups please visit our Community info page.
In addition to operating Mansons Hall, the SCCA runs a weekly Friday Market, a Retail Boutique Store, the Cortes Island Playschool, the Parents and Tots program, a Summer Youth Recreation Program, and numerous public events throughout the year such as the annual Cortes Day at Smelt Bay Provincial Park.
The SCCA also manages the Mansons Landing cemetery, has partnered with the Pickleball Society to construct and steward the Multi-use Athletic Courts (currently in construction), and has collaborated with the Cortes Island Community Foundation in the creation and stewardship of the Village Commons.
Upcoming Events
Summer Wellness Workshops at OM Studio
This summer, join Namchi Bazar at OM Studio in Manson’s Hall for a series of wellness workshops designed to help you move with greater ease, improve mobility, and reduce everyday pain and stiffness.
Using Yamuna® Body Rolling techniques, participants will learn practical routines that help release fascial restrictions, improve joint mobility, and restore healthy movement patterns. Whether you’re managing chronic tension, recovering mobility, or simply looking to care for your body, these workshops offer valuable tools you can continue using at home.
Workshop Schedule
Thursday, July 23 – Better Back
Discover techniques to create length and space through the trunk, promoting greater ease between the pelvis and neck while supporting a healthier back.
Thursday, July 30 – Hips for Life
Improve hip mobility by releasing tension, stimulating bone health, and lubricating the hip joints for greater comfort and longevity.
Thursday, August 13 – Shoulder Ease
Release tight shoulder muscles and experience relief from chronic discomfort and accumulated tension.
Thursday, August 27 – Introduction to Hypopressives® Breathing Technique
Explore this innovative breathing and postural training system that supports core restoration, pelvic floor health, and overall body function.
Workshop Information
Location: OM Studio, Manson’s Hall (upstairs)
Time: 4:00–6:00 PM
Cost: $50 per workshop
Participants are encouraged to bring their Yamuna® Body Rolling balls. Limited equipment will be available to borrow, and balls will also be available for purchase.
To reserve your spot, email namchi.bazar@gmail.com. Payment can be made by eTransfer, cash, or PayPal.
Come discover practical techniques that can help you move more freely, reduce discomfort, and support long-term wellness.
July 23rd – August 27st
Om Studio
Summer Youth Program
The SCCAs Summer Youth program has been operating for more than 2 decades, providing regular summer programming for children and youth ages 6 to 16 on Cortes Island. Our programs are rooted in a foundation of inclusion, learning, community, and fun! In addition to program fees we received a BC Gaming Grant to help cover costs, and to keep registration fees as low as possible. Our skilled and community-minded faciliators accept a modest honorarium and we are very grateful for everyone’s participation and contribution.
If cost is a barrier to your child participating in our programs, please get in touch, or fill out our bursary application form. We endeavor to make our programs available to everyone.
July 7th – August 21st
Mansons Landing
Sponsors
Sponsors of the Southern Cortes Community Association support our community in countless ways. The SCCA recognizes and gives thanks for all financial assistance, great or small.
The SCCA acknowledges the financial assistance of the province of British Columbia through both the Community Gaming Grant and the $10 a Day childcare funding model, as well as the Strathcona Regional District, and the Cortes Island Community Foundation.
Donations enable the Southern Cortes Community Association to continue its operations and programming. Substantial local donations have helped to make many improvements to Manson’s Hall possible.
There are also many quiet donors who anonymously provide the funds, materials, time and supplies necessary to keep the momentum going in various projects, renovations, admin and programming. The SCCA thanks everyone for their contributions to the community efforts.
Children’s Programming
Playschool
The Cortes Island Playschool offers a healthy learning environment for children 36 mo – 5 yrs, open 5 days a week. MORE
Parents & Tots
This weekly program provides a space for parents & children 0-4+ yrs to foster peer support and social interaction. MORE
Summer Programs
Our Summer Youth Recreation Program is aimed at youth ages 5-15 yrs, offering a variety of activities in July & August. MORE
Mansons Hall
983 Beesley Road (Box 222)
Mansons Landing, V0P 1K0
250-935-0015
Executive Director: cora@mansonshall.org
Finance & Admin: admin@mansonshall.org
Media: media@mansonshall.org