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Fuelling Women’s Voices, Leadership, and Economic Power to Transform Western Canada.

09/03/2026

What happens when we move beyond identifying the gaps and begin investing in solutions?

Kathleen LaRose, Executive Director of the Canadian Association of Women Centre Societies shares the vision for the Western Canada Women’s Conference: bringing diverse voices from across Canada together for meaningful dialogue and taking action on the knowledge exchanged during the conference.

The intention is for profits from the conference to be reinvested into community-led solutions through future grant making.

This ensures that the conversations held at WCWC are turned into tangible change.

Join us October 14 to 16, 2026, at the TRU Conference Centre at Thompson Rivers University in Kamloops, BC.

Speaker abstracts, sponsorship inquiries and Women’s Voice & Vision Award nominations are still open.

Visit the link in the Western Canada Women’s Conference bio for tickets and opportunities to get involved.

08/27/2026

Hear from the executive directors of the Canadian Association of Women Centre Societies and the Interior Women’s Centre Society as they share the vision behind the first Western Canada Women’s Conference.

WCWC 2026 is coming to the TRU Conference Centre at Thompson Rivers University in Kamloops, BC, from October 14 to 16.

Applications and nominations are now open for:

• Speaker abstracts
• Sponsorship opportunities
• The Women’s Voice & Vision Award

Visit Western Canada Women’s Conference bio to find the link to tickets or learn how to get involved.

02/11/2026

Today is the International Day of Women and Girls in Science.

From climate science and clean technology to health research and artificial intelligence, women and girls are helping shape Canada’s science and innovation ecosystem. Their contributions strengthen our economy, inform better public policy, and support healthier, more resilient communities.

Canada is building a strong foundation. Today, women hold 35% of STEM bachelor’s degrees among Canadians aged 25 to 64, reflecting growing interest and talent across scientific fields. There is also an important opportunity to ensure this talent continues to thrive, as 21% of women with a STEM degree are currently working in STEM occupations.

Supporting women’s full participation in STEM is not only about equity. It is about unlocking innovation, strengthening research outcomes, and ensuring Canada benefits from the full range of skills and perspectives available.

Advancing gender equality in science means continuing to create inclusive workplaces, strengthening leadership pathways, and improving retention across the STEM ecosystem. When women and girls are supported at every stage, science is stronger and Canada is better positioned for the future.

08/13/2025

🌸We’re Exploring Something Big for Women’s Leadership in Western Canada 🌸

The Western Canada Women’s Foundation is assessing the feasibility of launching the Western Canada Women’s Leadership Council on Gender Equity, starting with two chapters: Alberta & British Columbia.

This council would bring together women leaders, gender-diverse change makers, and allies from across sectors to:

✨ Drive collaborative research on gender equity

✨ Lead advocacy rooted in anti-oppressive, trauma-informed principles

✨ Influence policy and dismantle systemic barriers

✨ Create communities of practice to scale women’s rights education and leadership

💡 We need your voice to help shape this vision!

Your input will guide whether we move forward with this initiative.
📋 Step 1: Complete our short Feasibility Survey: https://ee.kobotoolbox.org/x/OjrXdVWM

🌐 Step 2: Learn more & get involved at wcwomensfoundation.org

Together, we can build a strong, united network for women’s equity across Western Canada. 💪💜

07/06/2025

🧵 Gender-Based Violence is an Epidemic

Across BC’s Interior, women are facing a crisis. Violence is not rare; it is the norm. Together, as a community, we can help shift the system.

Read the Stanton 2025 Report Linked in our BIO

Here is how to be an ally in action 👇

1️⃣ Believe Survivors
Listen with compassion. Validate experiences. Speak out against violence—at home, in public, and online. Silence protects abusers.

2️⃣ Push for Policy + Investment
Call on the Province to declare gender-based violence an epidemic. Advocate for safe housing, trauma-informed care, rural transportation, and women’s economic empowerment. Justice starts with action.

3️⃣ Support Local Women’s Organizations
Groups like the Interior Women’s Centre Society are doing critical frontline work with limited resources. Donate. Volunteer. Share. Show up.

4️⃣ Commit to Lifelong Learning
Understand how gendered violence intersects with colonialism, racism, poverty, and ableism—especially in rural communities. Allyship means listening, unlearning, and doing better every day.

💜 This is not just a women’s issue. It is a community issue.

Women across British Columbia deserve safety, equity, and justice. Let’s not just talk about change—let’s be part of it.

05/11/2025

To celebrate Mother’s Day, we had our Chief Operating Officer write a few words on her experiences being a full-time mom, a business owner and now our COO. She is incredibly resilient and has undergone her own adversities which have led to her driving the SHE Mission. Thank you for all you do!

Happy Mother’s Day to all the Moms, soon-to-be Moms, angel Moms and hope to be Moms!

As a mother and a business leader, I’ve embarked on an incredible journey balancing two significant roles. While the guilt of dividing time and energy between work and family sometimes weighs heavily, I’m driven by the desire to show my daughter that one can pursue a career and remain a devoted parent. Managing a full-time job running a small business alongside volunteering as the Chief Operating Officer of the Interior Women’s Centre Society has been demanding yet immensely rewarding. Through my experiences, I aim to inspire other women to navigate the complexities of balancing family and career aspirations. Motherhood has transformed me, teaching me resilience, patience, and the importance of prioritization. Every day is a testament to the possibility of nurturing both a successful career and a loving family, contributing to a world where women can thrive professionally while fostering meaningful connections at home.

05/05/2025

Today, May 5, is , also known as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit People ( ).

The day originated from Métis artist Jaime Black and is centred on honouring the lives of MMIWG2S and raising awareness of the ongoing need for systemic change to address this crisis.

To learn more and read stories shared directly by impacted families and survivors, visit the Native Women's Association of Canada's Safe Passage website, dedicated to documenting MMIWG2S cases and providing critical resources: https://safe-passage.ca/. They’ve also shared various events taking place across the country today.

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Especially in the wake of recent changes within the federal government, we must continue to hold leaders accountable to their responsibilities on Indigenous justice. This includes fully implementing the National Inquiry’s 231 Calls for Justice and supporting Indigenous-led efforts demanding safety, dignity, and systemic change.

On Red Dress Day, and every day, we must commit to listening, advocating, and acting in solidarity.

04/20/2025

💜 Who SHE Is...

The Interior Women’s Centre Society is a community-driven, grassroots hub supporting women, girls & femme-identifying folks across BC’s Interior.

✨ We offer trauma-informed support, wellness programs & resource navigation.

📚 We lead education & public dialogue to raise awareness around gender equity, poverty, and systemic barriers.

📣 We take bold advocacy action—pushing for real, lasting change from the ground up.

We’re not just a centre—we’re a movement.

A place to heal, connect, belong, and rise—together.

Interested in discussing how we can bring our services to a new community? Connect with our team at [email protected]. It takes a community to help us blossom & grow.

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Kamloops, BC

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http://www.interiorwomenscentre.org/

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