Zonta Club of Ottawa, Canada

10/08/2026

NCWC EDUCATION FUND WEBINAR ON CHILD AND YOUTH POVERTY: END IT NOW!
This webinar will explore the realities of child and youth poverty in Canada, its impacts on young people and families, and the factors contributing to poverty and inequality. It will also highlight workable solutions and specific actions individuals can take to raise awareness and help address child and youth poverty.
Mark your calendars and register below today! ALSO, please share the Poster and Registration Form on social media, as well as with friends and family.
Registration Form: https://forms.gle/y6gyNHoFsUhYt7raA
EVENT DETAILS:
📅 Wednesday, October 21, 2026
⏰ 1:00 PM (Ottawa, Montreal, Toronto)
⏰2:00 PM (Halifax)
⏰12:00 PM (Manitoba)
⏰11:00 AM (Saskatchewan)
⏰10:00 AM (British Columbia)

🎤 GUEST SPEAKER (Click the links below to view their bios!):
- Leila Sarangi, Chair of Campaign 2000 (https://www.bing.com/search?pglt=41&q=leila+sarangi+bio&cvid=2f10282133044fdfb58c8bbd91d288ac&gs_lcrp=EgRlZGdlKgYIABBFGDsyBggAEEUYOzIICAEQ6QcY_FXSAQkxMjk0MmowajeoAgiwAgE&FORM=ANNAB1&PC=HCTS)
- Katherine Scott, Director for the CCPA's Gender Equality and Policy Research (https://www.policyalternatives.ca/people/katherine-scott/)
- Adrienne Montani, Executive Director, First Call Child and Youth Advocacy Society (https://firstcallbc.org/about/leadership/adrienne-montani/)

10/08/2026

A total of 4,646 domestic violence cases were recorded in the first seven months of this year in Malaysia.

“Domestic violence often happens behind closed doors, but its consequences extend beyond physical safety. It also impacts a woman’s dignity, self-confidence, emotional health and well-being.”

https://vist.ly/5mkpe

10/08/2026

10/07/2026

Did you know that there is no statute of limitations on sexual assault? Alison Mau from Tika explains in this short video: https://tinyurl.com/yv6r9cxr

10/07/2026

More than 2 in 5 women experience some form of intimate partner violence in their lifetime. You can help women in our community by donating via round-up at Shoppers Drug Mart in Lindsay (both locations) and Bobcaygeon. Every dollar raised helps support women finding safety from abuse.

10/06/2026

The future is now!

Since AI hit the mainstream, it has opened the doors to a lot of possibilities. It has also made it easier for scammers to seem more believable.

this by learning how cyber criminals are using AI: https://www.getcybersafe.gc.ca/en/blogs/cyber-criminals-are-using-artificial-intelligence-ai-online-threats

10/06/2026

Help is just a phone call away. If you are experiencing abuse, please reach out.

Our 24-hour crisis line is available at 1-888-293-5516.

10/05/2026

Week 1 of is all about recognizing cyber threats – and that includes phishing.

Fortunately, the signs can be easy to spot if you know what to look for. Here's how to identify the red flags of phishing to : https://www.getcybersafe.gc.ca/en/resources/7-red-flags-phishing

10/05/2026

Join Zonta International UN Committee for a virtual event on 28 October 2026. The session examines how gender equality, human rights and women's leadership build a lasting culture of peace. https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/kkgwNlv8S4OTLFs1lC1_lg #/registration

10/05/2026

Human trafficking is an issue Canada’s corporate sector can and should address.

On October 20, join the Canadian Centre to End Human Trafficking and EmpowerMen for a conversation with business leaders taking action to prevent and address human trafficking in Canada.

Learn how human trafficking intersects with the private sector, what businesses can do to respond, and how corporate leaders can help drive meaningful change.

Learn more and register: https://www.eventcamp.ca/event/corporate-call-to-action