Orillia Business Women's Association

Orillia Business Women's Association Founded in 1987, The Orillia Business Women’s Association is a non-profit, non-fundraising group that gathers for the purpose of networking. after. per year.

The Orillia Business Women's Association is a not for profit, organization that gathers for the purpose of networking.. All women are welcome. We meet every second Wednesday of each month at the Best Western Mariposa + Conference Centre on Memorial Ave. A Networking table is set up for us to display our business cards and a small amount of product or information hand outs. Sit down dinner at 6:30

($30.00 for Members or first time guests) Non Members pay $37. Guest Speaker goes on after dinner. One year Membership is only $70. We take the summer (July/Aug.) off and resume in September.

Join the Orillia Business Women’s Association for our September Monthly Dinner!📅 September 9⏰ 5:30–8:30 PMEnjoy an eveni...
08/26/2026

Join the Orillia Business Women’s Association for our September Monthly Dinner!

📅 September 9
⏰ 5:30–8:30 PM

Enjoy an evening of networking, socializing, great conversation, and learning alongside local women in business.

🎤 Guest Speaker: Teryl Brouillette, Founder of Electric Kite Media

Teryl helps small and medium-sized businesses use AI in practical, approachable ways to reduce overwhelm, improve systems, strengthen communication, and simplify everyday work. From content creation and customer communication to custom workflows and AI-powered business systems, her focus is making AI useful, accessible, and human-centered.

Come connect with our community, build new relationships, and discover how AI could support you and your business.

✨ Bring a guest or co-worker and join us for an inspiring evening!

Today, we celebrate the progress women have made, the barriers that have been broken, and the women who continue to lead...
08/26/2026

Today, we celebrate the progress women have made, the barriers that have been broken, and the women who continue to lead, inspire, and create change in our communities.

At the Orillia Business Women’s Association, we believe that when women are given equal opportunities to connect, lead, grow, and succeed, our entire community becomes stronger.

Women’s Equality Day is also a reminder that progress continues through support, representation, mentorship, and the willingness to lift one another up.

Here’s to the women building businesses, leading teams, pursuing new opportunities, and helping create a future where every woman has the chance to thrive. 💗

Connect. Support. Empower.

Every successful business starts with small, intentional steps, one idea, one connection, one conversation, one opportun...
08/25/2026

Every successful business starts with small, intentional steps, one idea, one connection, one conversation, one opportunity at a time.

The work you put in today may not always show results right away, but every relationship you build, skill you strengthen, and goal you move toward is helping create the future you’re working for.

At the Orillia Business Women’s Association, we believe growth happens when women connect, support one another, and keep showing up for their goals.

So keep planting the seeds. Keep nurturing your ideas. Keep building your network.

Your future business is growing from what you do today. 🌿

✨ Join Us for Our September Networking Dinner! ✨Looking to make new connections, grow your network, and meet an incredib...
08/24/2026

✨ Join Us for Our September Networking Dinner! ✨

Looking to make new connections, grow your network, and meet an incredible group of local women in business? Come see what OBWA is all about!

The Orillia Business Women’s Association gets together for dinner and networking on the second Wednesday of every month. It’s an opportunity to step away from the busy workday, enjoy a great evening out, exchange ideas, build genuine relationships, and connect with women from across our local business community.

🌸 Our September Dinner is the perfect time to join us!

Come on your own or bring a guest, friend, or colleague. You don’t have to be a member to come see what we’re about,we’d love to meet you!

The more women we bring together, the more opportunities we create to connect, collaborate, support one another, and grow together.

💗 Let’s grow our businesses, grow our networks, and grow our OBWA community together.

🎟️ Get your September dinner tickets and learn more at:
orilliabusinesswomen.com

✨ Why Become a Member of OBWA? ✨There’s something powerful about being surrounded by women who understand the challenges...
08/21/2026

✨ Why Become a Member of OBWA? ✨

There’s something powerful about being surrounded by women who understand the challenges, opportunities, and excitement that come with building a career or business.

The Orillia Business Women’s Association (OBWA) is more than a networking group, it’s a community where local women come together to connect, support one another, share ideas, build relationships, and grow.

As a member, you’ll have opportunities to expand your professional network, meet potential clients and collaborators, learn from other women in business, and enjoy our monthly networking dinners, all while becoming part of a welcoming community that celebrates each other’s successes.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, business owner, professional, or looking to make more connections in our local business community, there’s a place for you at OBWA. 💗

Your next connection could lead to your next opportunity. Come grow with us!

👉 Learn more and become a member at orilliabusinesswomen.com

Looking to grow your network, make meaningful connections, and be part of a supportive community of local women in busin...
08/20/2026

Looking to grow your network, make meaningful connections, and be part of a supportive community of local women in business?
The Orillia Business Women’s Association (OBWA) brings women together to connect, collaborate, share ideas, celebrate successes, and create new opportunities.

💗 Become a Member!
Whether you’re an entrepreneur, business owner, professional, or simply looking to connect with other women in our business community, we’d love to welcome you. Visit our website to learn more about membership and become part of OBWA.

🌸 Join us for our September Monthly Networking Dinner!
Come enjoy an evening of great food, conversation, connection, and networking. Bring a guest or colleague and discover what OBWA is all about!

📅 Wednesday, September 9
⏰ 5:30–8:30 PM
📍 Barnfield Point Recreation Centre | 500 Atherley Road, Orillia

🎟️ Get your dinner tickets!
Tickets must be purchased through our website by 3 PM on Friday, September 4.

Come for dinner, make a connection, and leave with a bigger network. We can’t wait to welcome you!

👉 Membership information + dinner tickets:
orilliabusinesswomen.com

07/01/2026

Happy Canada Day! 🇨🇦🍁

Wishing everyone a safe and wonderful day celebrating our amazing country and its 159th Birthday!!!!

The Orillia Business Women’s Association would like to extend our heartfelt thanks and appreciation to each and every sp...
06/16/2026

The Orillia Business Women’s Association would like to extend our heartfelt thanks and appreciation to each and every sponsor and donor who supported our 2026 Woman of the Year and Young Woman of the Year Gala.

Your generosity, community spirit, and commitment to celebrating the achievements of women and young women in our region helped make this year’s gala an incredible success. Because of your support, we were able to create an unforgettable evening of recognition, inspiration, and connection.

Thank you for investing in the future of our community and for helping us honour the remarkable women who make a difference every day.

We are truly grateful for your partnership and support.

With sincere appreciation,

The Orillia Business Women’s Association

The Orillia Business Women’s Association Executive is proud and honoured to announce the recipients of the 2026 Nelle Ca...
05/21/2026

The Orillia Business Women’s Association Executive is proud and honoured to announce the recipients of the 2026 Nelle Carter Woman of the Year and Lisa Brooking Young Woman of the Year Awards.

Congratulations to our extraordinary recipients:

Nelle Carter Woman of the Year 2026:
Melanie Robinson

Lisa Brooking Young Woman of the Year 2026:
McKayla Ruyter

These remarkable women embody leadership, passion, strength, community spirit, and the power of making a meaningful impact. We are thrilled to celebrate their achievements and recognize the incredible difference they continue to make in our community.

To all of the nominees, congratulations. Each and every one of you represents excellence, inspiration, and the future of strong women supporting strong women. We could not be more proud to celebrate the outstanding women and young women you are.

What an unforgettable evening filled with celebration, inspiration, connection, and community.

Oh what a night!!!

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