Frequently Asked Questions
Membership
- Is CFUW only for women with a university degree?
- No, membership is open to any woman who shares CFUW’s values – no degree required
- Who can join?
- The club is open to all women who support CFUW’s purposes – no degree required
- How much does it cost?
- Annual membership is $120.00
- Student Membership is $35.00
- For those who already full members of other CFUW clubs, a dual membership is $45.00
- How do I join?
- You can download the printable PDF and send it to us, or complete the online membership form. We also invite you to attend a meeting as our guest, and meet some of our members.
- What does membership get me?
- Your membership includes:
- Access to all monthly meetings
- A vote on how our monies are spent
- Access to clubs and meeting groups (book clubs, advocacy, ‘Out ‘N About’)
- A convivial and welcoming atmosphere
- A chance to make a difference in the lives of other women in both the local and global community
- Your membership includes:
Book Sale
- When is the book sale?
- The book sale is held at the end of September or beginning of October every Fall. Check the calendar for location details once we finalise the dates
- Where do I donate books?
- Books (and perfect jigsaw puzzles) can be placed in the drop-off box located on the right side of the entrance to Save-On Foods in Parksville.
- What do you do with the money raised from the book sale?
- The club grants the majority of the money to be used for scholarships and bursaries to assist with fees and expenses for further education
Scholarships
- What is the difference between a scholarship and a bursary?
- A scholarship is awarded based on academic achievement and is paid directly to the institution. A bursary may be offered according to several criteria and may be paid directly to the student. We do offer both, but mostly scholarships
- Who is eligible to apply?
- Anyone who has studied in the SD 69 in the Oceanside area is eligible to apply
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to mark the start of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, the women of CFUW PQ have organised a thoughtful, powerful, and moving tribute.
The Red Dresses represent Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit People of Canada, and are intended to raise awareness, and to support the survivors and families.
Please visit either the Parksville City Hall or the Qualicum Beach Town hall, and take a few moments to contemplate the Red Dresses that have been hung in the public space.
The dresses will hang from November 25 to December 10.
thank you
The UN 16 Days of Activism against Gender Based Violence campaign starts on November 25. Here is a little bit of history behind the campaign, and some of the commemorative dates to remember.
CFUW PQ members will be honouring the campaign, both personally and collectively. We are organizing commemorative activities, and will post details here, and on our website (www.cfuwpq.ca). All are welcome to join us.
let's remember all those who served and gave the ultimate sacrifice so that we can live our lives in peace - not just one day a year, but every day
CFUW's 16 Days of Activism against Gender Based Violence campaign is about raising awareness, opening the door for conversations, and honouring and supporting those women who have suffered abuse or violence as a result of their gender.
Hopefully, by having these conversations, we can help to change outcomes.
Let's look at some facts, and take a few moments to absorb the chilling reality of what many women are dealing with.
No words are needed...
CFUW is launching its annual '16 Days Of Activism Against Gender -Based Violence' campaign, which runs from November 25 to December 10.
The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence is an annual international campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, and ends on December 10, Human Rights Day. It was started at the inaugural Women's Global Leadership Institute in 1991 and is one of the largest organizing strategies in the prevention and elimination of gender-based violence around the world.
Everyone can participate in this campaign in their own chosen way, and over the next few weeks we will be sharing some ideas and suggestions with you on ways to do this.
...watch this space
