About Us

Who We Are

We are the Nelson & District Club of The Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW).

CFUW Nelson & District is one of 21 clubs across BC and one of 90+ clubs across Canada. We are affiliated with our parent organizations:  CFUW BC Council,  CFUW National, and Graduate Women International
 

At the heart of who we are is a diverse community of women who support one another, share interests and learning activities, advocate on behalf of women, youth and children, participate in volunteerism, and promote education within the community.

 

Like our club, our National CFUW organization is a self-funded, voluntary, non-partisan organization. Since 1919, our National CFUW has been working to improve the status of women and to promote human rights, public education, social justice and peace. CFUW Nelson & District was founded and has shared the National CFUW's mission since 1967.

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What We Do

 

Our Club's mission is:

• to promote education and life-long learning to women and girls,

• to encourage the participation of members in their communities, and,

• to enhance the status of women and girls by awarding scholarships and bursaries in the community.​

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Our Club's Activities, Gatherings & Events:

• We are hosting our 4th Stories Inspire Passion: SIP talks to raise funds for youth scholarships. Join us on March 29, 2025 SIP Talks at 4 pm at Lakeside Prestige to hear a dynamic lineup of Kootenay women tell inspiring stories over tapas and beverages. All event proceeds go to CFUW Scholarships & Bursaries.

• We hosted our 3rd SIP Talks on September 24th, 2022 and cohosted a Nelson Municipal All Candidates Forum on October 11, 2022 with the Nelson Teachers Association.  

• Our regular monthly meetings include presentations from community programs and groups. Our book club meets monthly and recently some members have met for skiing, hiking, and environmental clean-up activities. Pre-covid-19, other fellowship activities included the Out-to-Lunch Club, Bridge Group, Anything-But-Bridge Group, and Hot Chicks (hot springs) Group.

• As part of CFUW and GWI, our club members can participate in many online CFUW National and GWI educational and policy advocacy learning sessions that address key issues impacting the lives of women and girls locally, provincially, nationally and globally.

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Our Local Scholarships & Bursaries:

• CFUW Elizabeth Wallach Scholarship: This is open to a Grade 12 young woman graduating from LV Rogers Secondary School, who plans to attend a post secondary education institution. The student must demonstrate academic excellence, participate in school and community life, and have a financial need.

  • Students apply for this award through LVR Rogers.

  • To support this CFUW scholarship fund for a graduating LV Rogers Secondary School female student, please contact us at: nelsoncfuw@gmail.com. We're happy to communicate and accept e-transfers.

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• Bursary at Selkirk College: This is open to a woman who shows financial need to continue her education.

• Scholarship for 2nd Year student attending Selkirk College: This is open to a student with financial need and plans to continue their post secondary education.

  • To support CFUW Scholarships and Bursaries for female students at Selkirk College you can donate via: Give Today - Selkirk College

    • In the form, just select “Other” in the Designation drop-down menu, and type "Canadian Federation of University Women - CFUW Fund" in comments. ​

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We invite you to attend our March 29, 2025 SIP Talks at 4 pm at Lakeside Prestige to hear dynamic Kootenay women's stories over tapas and beverages. All event proceeds go to CFUW Scholarships & Bursaries for local youth.

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