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What Our Members Say

  • "I've made lifelong friends."

    Joining CFUW changed my life….

  • "I continue learning"

    CFUW has offered me so many opportunities to learn new and interesting thing.

  • "I'm making an positive impact."

    It feel great to know that the work that I do with this group is helping people in our own community. It’s great that we’re helping young women to pursue their educational goal.

  • "Found a place for perfect for me."

    I found a place where I enjoy working and connecting with others.

IWD Reference for 2027 event page

International Women's Day (IWD) is a global celebration of the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. It is also an opportunity to recognize the progress that has been made, reflect on the work that still lies ahead, and renew our commitment to creating a more equitable future for women and girls.

International Women’s Day – Join us on March 6, 2026.

Where: Trinity United Church Hall in Newmarket

  • 10:00 AM Welcome  

  • 10:30 AM Speaker – Ellen Campbell of Abuse Hurts.

  • 11:30 AM Lunch – catered by A Million Mouthfuls.

  • 12:30 PM – IWD Walk to Water Street Bridge in Newmarket.

All women are welcome.
Please note – only 100 spots available – Register in advance.

Please note: Admission is free. Free will donations to help offset event costs are gratefully appreciated.

About Ellen Campbell of Abuse Hurts

Ellen and her team were recognized by the Province of Ontario with an Attorney General’s Victim Services Award of Distinction for their dedication to reducing abuse through public education and providing support to adult survivors, their families, and caregivers.

For more information about IWD

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CFUW Aurora/Newmarket’s Annual IWD Walk to Water Street Bridge

WHEN – March 6, 2026, at 12:30 PM
START – We will meet at the entrance of Fairy Lake on Water Street in Newmarket 
FINISH – Following the short walk, we will meet at the Water Street Bridge and sing “Oh, Canada”.

We invite other York Region women’s groups to join us in celebration. This year’s IWD celebration no doubt will reinforce the mission of CFUW and the power of women working together for change. Our traditional walk to the bridge at Fairy Lake demonstrates our solidarity with women around the world.