Message from the President

When I first became aware of CFUW-Ottawa in 1989, I thought this looked like an organization where I might meet women with some common interests. I had no idea how much a part of my life it would become. If you are wondering whether CFUW-Ottawa is for you, then I recommend you check us out. If you are an outdoor enthusiast, or an avid reader, or are passionate about issues of the day or a fan of the arts or many other areas, we have you covered.

CFUW-Ottawa, the largest of over 90 clubs in Canada, was founded in 1910. We are closely affiliated with CFUW, our national body. We are also active in the international arena with our affiliation with Graduate Women International (GWI). We are all dedicated to women’s and girl’s education and rights.

Our major focuses are:

• Socializing, with over 40 interest groups;
• Advocating, whether on women’s rights, the environment, or the tragic situation for women in Afghanistan; and
• Education, be it our own desire for lifelong learning or raising funds to provide scholarships for young women attending Carleton University, the University of Ottawa or Algonquin College.

Thank you for your interest and we hope you join us. If you have any questions, please contact me at cfuw-ottawa@cfuw-ottawa.org.

Barbara Newbegin

President, CFUW-Ottawa