Women's History Month – October 2013 In 1992, October was proclaimed Women's History Month to acknowledge and celebrate the achievements of women throughout Canadian history. October was chosen to coincide with anniversary of the Persons Case, which On October 18, 1929 – through the courage and determination of theFamous Five, the five Canadian women who launched the case – established once and for all that women were "persons" when the Privy Council overturned … [Read more...]
Black History Month celebrated in OCTOBER
September 29, 2013 by
Black History Month, also known as African-American History Month in America, is an annual observance in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom for remembrance of important people and events in the history of the African diaspora. It is celebrated annually in the United States and Canada in February and the United Kingdom in October. Negro History Week (1926) The precursor to Black History Month was created in 1926 in the United States, when historian Carter G. Woodson and the … [Read more...]
Nonprofit Career Month celebrated in October!
September 29, 2013 by
Have you ever contemplated joining the world of philanthropy? A nonprofit organization (US and UK), or not-for-profit organization (UK and others), often called an NPO or simply a nonprofit and non-commercial organization (Russia and CIS), often called an NCO, is an organization that uses surplus revenues to achieve its goals rather than distributing them as profit or dividends. States in the United States defer to the IRS designation conferred under United States Internal Revenue Code … [Read more...]
WORLD HAPPINESS REPORT 2013
September 9, 2013 by
REPORT CALLS ON POLICY MAKERS TO MAKE HAPPINESS A KEY MEASURE AND TARGET OF DEVELOPMENT Report ranks the happiest countries, with Northern Europe in the lead NEW YORK, NY, Sept 9th: As heads of state get ready for the United Nations General Assembly in two weeks, the second World Happiness Report further strengthens the case that well-being should be a critical component of how the world measures its economic and social development. The report is published by the UN Sustainable … [Read more...]
CANADA, further support to those affected by the violence in Syria
September 6, 2013 by
PM announces further support to those affected by the violence in Syria September 6, 2013 St. Petersburg, Russia Prime Minister Stephen Harper today announced further Canadian support to help address the worsening humanitarian situation in Syria. “The Government of Canada stands with the people of Syria as they continue to face unfathomable hardships at the hands of the Assad regime,” said Prime Minister Harper. “Canada’s support, together with that of its allies, will help … [Read more...]
Shanette Seipt – WOMAN of ACTION™
August 10, 2013 by
A Celebration of Women™ is elated to Celebrate the Life of this determined single Mother, an entrepreneur that followed her passions and found Success! Working through all the challenges that building a business takes, this powerhouse grew her business into a community hot spot that helps other women find their passions. WOMAN of ACTION™ Shanette Seipt Shanette Seipt started as a single mom with a dream … [Read more...]
2013 Canada Summer Games
August 3, 2013 by
The Games have Begun! Thousands of participants, volunteers, visitors, and residents will gather together, starting at 7 p.m., for a memorable experience: The opening of the Canada Summer Games–Sherbrooke 2013! “The dream that has inspired and motivated us for many years is now a reality,” remarked Monique F. Leroux, President of the Canada Summer Games–Sherbrooke 2013 and Chair of the Board, President and Chief Executive Officer of Desjardins Group. “We are proud and honored to … [Read more...]
Pattie Mallette – WOMAN of ACTION™
July 30, 2013 by
A Celebration of Women™ is elated to Celebrate the Life of this Canadian woman, one that has risen above extreme circumstance to rise up into living a life that has focus on the bettering of the lives of young women around the globe. Being a teen mother herself, this awakened soul is now working to help with awareness and solutions to the epidemic crisis our world faces with 'Teen-aged Pregnancy", and is working now to support pregnancy crisis centers worldwide. About a short film … [Read more...]
$$$ Monetize Your Brand $$$ – Conference on July 23
July 12, 2013 by
Monetize Your Brand! Money, Marketing & the Right Plan! Mini Trade Show Conference Networking & Marketing, Your Ladder to Success! Vendor Tables are available for $50 + HST Limited tables available, inquire immediately if you wish to book one for July 23rd, 2013 TWE & ACOW are partnering to bring Women and Men together to provide incredible and valuable information to help you succeed personally and professionally! Odette Peek Laurie: Learn How to Turn Your … [Read more...]
