Nanaimo Women’s Centre Fundraiser December 6

On Wednesday December 6, 2006 the Rights and Democracy Network Malaspina Delegation will host the 2nd annual Nanaimo Women’s Centre fundraiser. In cooperation with the MFA Status of Women Committee and the Nanaimo Women’s Centre, Remembrance and Renewal: A National Day of Action will be held in building 355 of the Malaspina University College campus from 6-9pm.

December 6 is Canada’s National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. This day was created to commemorate the 14 young women who lost their lives in the 1989 shooting at the l'École Polytechnique de Montréal, and to reflect and consider the phenomenon of violence against women and girls in our society.

The event will feature local band Mama’s Kitchen, Eliza Gardiner’s one-woman act “Concessions of a Wannabe Rock Star” and spoken word and drumming by Tracy Myers. Local artists will be showcased; their work will be available for purchase through silent auction. Food and beverages will also be available throughout the evening.

All proceeds will be donated to the Nanaimo Women’s Centre. Women's Centres in British Columbia lost 100 per cent of their core funding due to government cutbacks in 2004. In the last few years, the Nanaimo Women’s Centre has seen a steady increase in demand for its services. The Centre currently relies on dedicated volunteers and professional part-time staff. Nanaimo has benefited greatly from its Women’s Centre, which addresses a diverse range of issues affecting women and children in our community while providing a safe place for women to seek help. Community support enables the Nanaimo Women’s Centre to continue operating.

Tickets are $10 and can be purchased in advance at the Nanaimo Women’s Centre, Malaspina University College Student Union and the Thirsty Camel. A limited number will also be available at the door.

For additional information:

http://www.nanaimowomen.com/
Rightsanddemocracy_nanaimo@hotmail.com
http://www.rightsdemocracy.net/en/reseau/qui_sommes_nous.htm http://www.swc-cfc.gc.ca/dates/dec6/index_e.html

Building Bridges Graduation!

Congratulations to our second group of Building Bridges Graduates! We are so proud of this program, and of the women who have completed it to date. This group received their certificates on November 16, 2006.

L-R (standing): Centre Coordinator Charlene Riches, Carol Sutherland, Chris Rice, Maggie Corbett, and Mary Anne Labbe.
L-R seated: Bernice Johnson, Building Bridges facilitator Lesley Clarke.