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Business and Professional Women is a non-sectarian, non-profit, non-partisan, feminist organization.

Individual and Corporate memberships are available so that employed and retired women can work together to advocate for women on such issues as retention of women in skilled trades, reduction of poverty and homelessness, and many more policies. We also have a commendation process through which we applaud the efforts of governments, individuals and other associations with similar mandates.

11/07/2026

Imagine losing your husband at just 39 and suddenly finding yourself a single mom.

That's what happened to Tammy Smith.

Tammy shares her story of loss, healing and finding her way back home to herself. Today, she's the founder of Satya Healing & Wellness

Join us for a Fireside Chat with Tammy Smith
📅 Wednesday, November 11
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Quinte West Public Library
7 Creswell Dr, Trenton
🎟️ FREE — registration is required.
Seating is limited. Library card members, please register here: https://go.insigniails.com/bbXrp5

Don't have a library card? No problem!
Non-members, please drop a comment that you'd like to attend and if you are bringing a friend, how many will be attending.

I'll be there too! I'm Kat from Balanced Living with Kat, and I'll host our Fireside Chat and dig into the REAL story that Tammy has to share.

A special thank you to BPW Hastings & Prince Edward and the Quinte West Public Library for helping make this night possible.

It's a conversation you won't want to miss!

10/22/2026

JUST ASK. 💛

That was Tammy Watson’s life hack at our second Unshakeable Confidence: In Her Own Words Fireside Chat… and I love how simple it is.

Because how many times do we NOT ask?

We assume they’ll say no.
We don’t want to bother someone.
We wonder, “Who am I to ask?”

Hello, Villain Whispers. 😏

But Tammy’s advice? Just ask.

Ask for the help.
Ask for the opportunity.
Ask the question.
Ask for what you need.

Because Unshakeable Confidence isn’t about knowing you’ll get a yes.

Sometimes it’s simply having the confidence to ask anyway.

Thanks, Tammy of Canadian Handywoman for such a fun conversation and for sharing your stories, laughs and wisdom with us. 🔥 Special thanks to BPW Hastings & Prince Edward and Quinte West Public Library for making the evening possible!

Now I’m curious… what do YOU need to just ask for?

SAVE THE DATE as our next chat is Nov. 11th at 6pm with Tammy Smith of Satya Healing & Wellness

10/15/2026

Exciting news! Megan from Lavish Studio Creations will be taking complimentary headshots starting at noon, and through the networking times. First come first served.

Event Schedule:

12:00-1:00 pm – Networking, Selfie Studio & Free Headshots with Lavish
1:00 pm – Welcome from Event Partners
1:10 pm – Panel Presentations
2:00 pm – Networking, Light Refreshments, Selfie Studio & Headshots
2:30 pm – Question & Answer Period
3:30 pm – Closing Comments & Prize Giveaways
4:00-4:30 pm – Networking, Selfie Studio & Headshots

Register here: https://new.express.adobe.com/webpage/cLBhqtQiRUDgZ

10/10/2026

She fixes things. 🔨
And she knows things.

So naturally…
I have questions. 😂

Join me for a Fireside Chat with Tammy Watson, founder of Canadian Handywoman

And Tammy's story? Oh, it's a good one.
Provincial Investigator → Entrepreneur → Canadian Handywoman.

Today, Tammy empowers women with the practical knowledge and skills to take charge of home maintenance, make informed decisions and feel more confident figuring things out. She's also the Home & Farm Editor at Harrowsmith Magazine.

But we're going beyond the bio.

I want to know:
What did she have to learn?
What did she have to unlearn?
What happens when you leave one career and build something completely different?
And what has she learned about women, confidence, independence and trusting ourselves to figure things out?

Come find out what she knows.

I'll be there too! I'm Kat from Balanced Living with Kat, and I'll host our Fireside Chat and dig into the REAL story behind the Canadian Handywoman.
Fireside Chat with Tammy Watson

📅 October 14
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Quinte West Public Library
7 Creswell Dr, Trenton
🎟️ FREE — registration is required.
Don't have a library card? No problem!
Non-library cardholders can register as a guest.

A special thank you to and the for helping make this conversation possible.

Grab your spot, bring your curiosity and come join us.

She fixes things. She knows things.
Now let's find out WHAT she knows. 🔨😉
REGISTER HERE: https://qwpl.insigniails.com/library/Event/590?fromEventsWidget=true&startDate=2026-09-27&endDate=2026-11-08 or link in bio.

09/08/2026

What does confidence REALLY look like behind the scenes?

Tomorrow night, we’re kicking off Unshakeable Confidence: In Her Own Words with our very first Fireside Chat featuring V Ophelia Rigault or REAL Talk Solutions. 🔥

We’re talking real stories, real-life experiences, and the lessons that shape confidence, leadership, and growth.

📅 TOMORROW | Sept. 9 | 6 PM
📍 Quinte West Public Library, Trenton
🎟️ FREE to attend | Registration required to save your seat

Presented in partnership with Quinte West Public Library + Business and Professional Women of Hastings and Prince Edward, and hosted by Kathern (Kat) Bly of Balanced Living with Kat

One day to go. If you’ve been thinking about joining us, now’s the time to grab your seat.

Come pull up a chair. 💛

Register to save your seat here: https://go.insigniails.com/jaNmqh
Non-library card members can register as a guest.

09/02/2026

September fills up fast. And somehow, we’re usually the last thing added to the calendar.

Work gets a spot.
Family gets a spot.
Everyone else gets a spot.

What about YOU?

On September 12, come join us for Unshakeable Confidence: Rooted in Nature—an evening to get out of your head, into nature, connect with other women and turn down those pesky Villain Whispers.

Because your confidence is already there. Sometimes you just need to give your Inner SHERO the microphone.

🌿 September 12
🔥 Nature. Connection. Real conversation.
🎟️ Space is limited

Presented by BPW Hastings & Prince Edward
Hosted by me, Kat of Balanced Living with Kat
Nestled in the woods of Satya Healing & Wellness

This September, put YOU on the calendar. Grab your seat here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/unshakeable-confidence-a-forest-bathing-experience-tickets-1987446312421

05/17/2026

This is such a great cause.
Who wants to go golfing 🏌️

05/15/2026

What a wonderful evening with Michele Venema, membership chair and owner of From Shadows to SoulLight Counselling! The Picture Tapping for Mental Health event was so impactful. It was wonderful to learn new skills, explore and experience this together.

05/15/2026

Join us on June 8th at the Regent Theatre for a special screening of We Lend a Hand, a powerful documentary sharing the story of the Ontario Farmerettes and the important role women played in supporting farms during WWII.

The evening will also feature a Q&A with filmmaker Colin Field and author Bonnie Sitter, offering a deeper look into the history and inspiration behind the film and book.

Thank you to our amazing event sponsors, Edwin County Farms and Fiddlehead Farms, for helping make this event possible!

A portion of proceeds from the evening will support the Alternatives for Women capital project, helping create safe and supportive housing for women and children in our community.

Buy tickets here- https://theregenttheatre.org
We hope you’ll join us for this meaningful evening of film, conversation, community, and support.

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Trenton, ON

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