Earth Hour is a worldwide event organized by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) and held towards the end of March annually, encouraging households and businesses to turn off their non-essential lights for one hour to raise awareness about the need to Take Action on climate change. The event, conceived by WWF and Leo Burnett, first took place in 2007, when 2.2 million residents of Sydney participated by turning off all non-essential lights. Following Sydney's lead, many other cities … [Read more...]
Karen for Canada !!!
March 22, 2013 by
When I decided to run as a Liberal candidate in 2011, I certainly didn't expect it to be easy. A quick glance at Wikipedia will tell you that historically, my riding of Carleton-Mississippi Mills is as blue as they come. I traveled all 1500 square kilometres of the riding speaking to the residents and when one gentleman remarked that he would vote Liberal 'when pigs fly', I decided to make it happen. (This is a picture from December 2010, in the run up to the 2011 election.) The hard … [Read more...]
Celebrating International Day of Forests – March 21, 2013
March 21, 2013 by
The United Nations General Assembly has proclaimed 21 March the International Day of Forests. The Day will celebrate and raise awareness of the importance of all types of forests. On each International Day of Forests, countries are encouraged to undertake local, national and international efforts to organize activities involving forests and trees, such as tree planting campaigns. Click here for the full text of the UN Resolution. Today is the first International Day of … [Read more...]
International Day of Happiness celebrated March 20
March 20, 2013 by
The International Day of Happiness is celebrated throughout the world on 20 March. It was established by the United Nations General Assembly on 28 June 2012. Assembly Resolution A/RES/66/281 states in pertinent part: Balloons of Happiness The General Assembly, conscious that the 'pursuit of happiness' is a fundamental human goal, recognizing also the need for a more inclusive, equitable and balanced approach to economic growth that promotes sustainable development, poverty eradication, … [Read more...]
RELATIONSHIPS: Thriving in a Modern World, Event – April 4
March 13, 2013 by
RELATIONSHIPS: Thriving in a Modern World “Men are not from Mars; Women are not from Venus “ Join us to find out ‘why’ …. Thursday, April 4, 2013 Thank you to our beautiful speakers and sponsor Milestones Empress Walk Presented by TWE, In partnership with A Celebration of Women™ www.acelebrationofwomen.org www.torontowomensexpo.com Tickets online $20 , $25 at the door Light hors d’heurves will be served courtesy of Milestones Parking validated for 2 … [Read more...]
UN System Observances for International Women’s Day 2013
March 8, 2013 by
UN System Observances for International Women's Day 2013 In 1975, during International Women's Year, the United Nations began celebrating 8 March as International Women's Day. Two years later, in December 1977, the General Assembly adopted a resolution proclaiming a United Nations Day for Women's Rights and International Peace to be observed on any day of the year by Member States, in accordance with their historical and national traditions. For the United Nations, International Women's … [Read more...]
YOUNG WOMEN of INFLUENCE – March 7th w. Jan Campbell
March 4, 2013 by
Jan Campbell Managing Director, StrategiSense Inc. Strategic Planning for Unexpected Opportunities, with Jan Campbell THURS MARCH 7, 2013 • TIME: 6:30PM-8:30PM Toronto Board of Trade - 77 Adelaide Street West What do you do if an unexpected opportunity shows up in the middle of your career path? Jan Campbell set out on her career path with a specific destination in mind, to be a hospital administrator. So when during the course of that career, unexpected opportunities presented … [Read more...]
World Pulse, Launching Voices of Our Future 2013
February 28, 2013 by
Call for Applicants - Support Your Alumni's Work! Are you a grassroots Woman Leader with something to say? Do you want to bring your voice and solutions to a global audience? Apply HERE before April 2nd for our online training program in new media, citizen journalism, and empowerment. Thirty women will be selected to receive the skills and knowledge they need to actualize and vocalize their visions for change. Call for Volunteers Would you like to support the … [Read more...]
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY 2013 – MARCH 8
February 28, 2013 by
Celebrate In 1977, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution calling on member states to proclaim a day for women's rights and international peace. Following the United Nations' lead, Canada chose March 8 as International Women's Day. History The idea for an International Women's Day arose around the turn of the 20th century out of a long-standing movement for women to participate equally in society. The first International Women's Day was observed on March 19, … [Read more...]
Curves celebrates Heart & Stroke Month – FEB 27 – Toronto!
February 24, 2013 by
Gary and Diane Heavin opened the first Curves in 1992 as a fitness and weight-loss facility designed 'especially for Women'. In a relatively short amount of time, Curves grew to become the largest fitness franchise in the world with thousands of locations in over 85 countries. The reason for our success is our practical approach to women’s diet and exercise combined with a supportive club environment. We invite women of all shapes, sizes, and ages to lose weight, become stronger, and reach … [Read more...]
NOW Talks with Sally Armstrong Wednesday, March 6, 2013
DRAKE UNDERGOUND presents ... NOW Talks with Sally Armstrong, MAR 6, 2013 - 7 pm (doors open 6:15) event ends 9 pm Join NOW Senior Entertainment editor, author and feminist commentator Susan G. Cole in conversation with the celebrated and accomplished Sally Armstrong. Susan was born in Toronto and has her bachelor's degree from Harvard. As an activist, she's been active in the gay community for over 25 years, and was a member of the first lesbian political organization in Toronto. … [Read more...]