Bank of Canada: Add women from Canadian history to Canadian bank notes When Mark Carney was governor of the Bank of Canada, the Bank decided to remove the images of the first notable Canadian women who finally made it onto our bank notes. While Queen Elizabeth II appears on $20 notes, the result is that there are again no women from Canadian history on our bills. It is unacceptable that female historical figures are not featured on the Polymer Series or another series - just male prime … [Read more...]
Empowering Women to Succeed, Sept 18
August 26, 2014 by
Empowering Women to Succeed, a Live Event in the Toronto, GTA, Canada area. Sponsored by Constant Contact! Empowering Women to Succeed • Improve your business with new tools and resources • Build new valuable relationships and joint venture relationships • High level networking training sessions • When you think there is no light at the end of the tunnel….. You can have the career of your dreams and the family life you always desired. Register NOW and we will show you … [Read more...]
Culture of Peace, consistent with Women’s Movement …
August 8, 2014 by
WOMEN AND A CULTURE OF PEACE Since the 1970s the United Nations and other international women’s conferences have adopted 'Equality, Development and Peace' as an organizing theme and framework for women's activities in development. Women would not only benefit from peaceful structures, as opposed to violent structures which oppress them, but they also have a role to play in building peaceful relationships and structures, and cultivating values, attitudes, relationships and structures which … [Read more...]
SUMMER NETWORKING BASH , AUG 13 (TORONTO)
August 4, 2014 by
Connect with up to 1,300 business owners & professionals at the Summer's Biggest Business Networking Event! PRODUCED by – unleash pr unleash pr connects successful business owners to lots of prospects in a short amount of time. We’ve referred people who have landed deals generating as much as $200,000 from a single connection. We produce two of the largest business networking events in the Toronto area: Summer Networking Bash in mid-August and Business Connects on … [Read more...]
Ramadan, celebrated in ninth month of Islamic Calendar
June 29, 2014 by
Some homes have lit lanterns in the evenings during the month of Ramadan. May this festival of lights fill your heart and soul, With blessings, joy and prosperity and make you whole, Wishing you and your family, Ramadan Kareem Mubarak Ramadan (also known as Ramadhan or Ramzan) is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar. It is a period of prayer, fasting, charity-giving and self-accountability for Muslims in Canada. The first verses of the Koran (Qu'ran) were revealed to the Prophet … [Read more...]
Welfare for the RICH, Frank Corbin – FREE Seminar$
June 23, 2014 by
WELFARE FOR THE RICH by Frank Corbin As we all know, the US financial system is currently in a mess. Institutions like Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, Bear Sterns, Lehman Brothers, Merrill Lynch, Bear Stern, AIG and now Washington Mutual are struggling to keep their heads above water. These organizations are either declaring bankruptcy, being bought out by other big financial institution or looking at the US Government for a financial life-support. As with any business model, we must admit … [Read more...]
World Buddhist Women’s Convention, 2015
June 21, 2014 by
In 2015, the World Buddhist Women’s Convention will be hosted in Canada by the Jodo Shinshu Buddhist Temples of Canada Women’s Federation (JSBTCWF) in Calgary, Alberta Canada. “Embraced by the Oneness of Life” is the theme for this prestigious, international event being held on Saturday, May 30 and Sunday, May 31, 2015. It is anticipated that 2,000 women and men of all ages will be in attendance. Convention Overview The World Federation of Jodo Shinshu Hongwanji-ha Buddhist Women’s … [Read more...]
WEWednesdays! Women Empowering Women – NOV 19
June 15, 2014 by
WEWednesdays! OUR mission is to assist women to Build Business Brands! DATE: NOVEMBER 19, 2014 WEWednesdays! Women Empowering Women | Networking at its Best! W. www.wewednesdays.com NEXT EVENT - NOVEMBER 19, 2014 Our event on November 19th will be an extremely Special Night, as we are launching our monthly WeMENSdays!. Yes, ladies, we are hosting a truly incredible and wonderfully talented MALE MYSTERY SPEAKER. WHO IS OUR MYSTERY MALE SPEAKER? With the love of all … [Read more...]
Task Force on Trafficking of Women and Girls in Canada
June 13, 2014 by
Trafficking of girls and women is illegal, a human rights violation and an extreme form of violence against women. The solutions to end sex trafficking of girls and women are intrinsically linked to all of our key priorities: helping women transition out of poverty; ending violence against women; building strong, resilient girls; and public education and advocacy. The Canadian Women's Foundation is investing nearly $2 million over three years to provide funding to organizations, conduct … [Read more...]
Breast Feeding in Public, to Be or not to Be?
June 10, 2014 by
Breastfeeding in public is forbidden in some jurisdictions, not addressed by law in others, and a granted legal right in public and the workplace in yet others. Where it is a legal right, some mothers may nevertheless be reluctant to breastfeed, and some people may object to the practice. Many women have reported feeling uncomfortable breastfeeding in public, even doing so discreetly. But it is important to remember that you are feeding your baby. Breastfeeding is considered the healthiest … [Read more...]
