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Nominations for the 2018 Woman of Excellence in Agriculture Award due June 30th.

Apply by June 30th for undergraduate, post graduate and continuing studies scholarships.

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FWIO continues to preserve valuable historical documents through Library and Archives Canada funding

Don't miss the FWIC Triennial Convention taking place this summer in Winnipeg, Manitoba!

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PRESS RELEASE: Women’s Institute Members Raise Funds for Lyme Disease Research
Jun 01, 2018
Stoney Creek, ON – Lyme Disease has become a growing health crisis in Canada. Unfortunately, the disease is difficult to diagnose in this country, with more education, proper screening and funding desperately needed to ensure that people do not have to suffer unnecessarily with a misdiagnosis. When left undetected, the damage can be irreversible and potentially life-threatening. Members of the Federated Women’s Institutes of Ontario (FWIO) are concerned about the prevalence of Lyme Disease and have taken action. For the past several months, WI Members have been holding educational
The Erland Lee (Museum) Home is Hiring
May 17, 2018
Assistant to Museum Curator Summer Student Position 2 positions available Job Title: Assistant to Museum CuratorSalary: $14.00 per hour for 30 hrs/weekly for 8 weeks Job Summary Under the supervision of the Museum Curator, the successful applicant will provide excellent visitor experiences by conducting informative, friendly, and enthusiastic tours to the visiting public. The successful applicant will also assist in the planning and execution of Summer events at the Museum, including a Community Archaeological Dig. Other duties include cataloguing, displaying, and storage of artifacts, and
$100 ROSE Program Grant Available to a WI Branch
Mar 31, 2018
Is your WI Branch hosting a ROSE Session between September 1, 2018 and April 1, 2019? If so, let us know how a ROSE Program grant would make a difference in the outcome of your ROSE Session! WI Branches are invited to apply for a ROSE Program grant of $100 to put toward costs associated with an upcoming ROSE Session. This is a new opportunity in 2018 with one grant currently available. Please complete the application form and return by mail, email or fax.Deadline: June 1, 2018 FWIO Provincial Office ATTN: ROSE Program 552 Ridge Road Stoney Creek, ON L8J 2Y6 Email: roseprogram@fwio.on.ca Fax
History Comes Alive as Live History Pays a Visit to Stoney Creek, Ontario!
Mar 23, 2018
By Jeremy Jagusch WHO: Live History, A Governor General's Award nominated international touring theatre company who produces site specific customizable mysteries around the world. WHAT: "The Round Table", interactive theatre event WHERE: Erland Lee Museum, 552 Ridge Road, Stoney Creek, ON WHEN: April 14th & 15th at 12:00pm and 2:00pm INTENDED AUDIENCE: Designed for adults The Round Table" - It's 1890 and on the eve of the most joyous occasion in town - a grand wedding between Erland Lee & Janet Chisholm, and you have been invited to a meal with the lucky one headed down the aisle.

Upcoming Events

Jun

Psychic & Wellness Fair

Come out to the Erland Lee Museum for our 4th annual Psychic & Wellness Fair! For your entertainment only, enjoy an activity-filled day that will include:

Jun

Southern Area Women's Institute Summer Picnic

Join the Southern Area Women's Institute for their annual Summer Picnic.

Theme: Hawaiian

Location: Sons of Scotland Park, Dutton

Time: 11:00am - 5:00pm

Don't forget to come in Hawaiian dress!

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Jun

Nomination Deadline: Woman of Excellence in Agriculture Award

Open to all Ontario women currently involved in agriculture, the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair and their community (i.e. 4-H, Fair Board or Plowing Match). For more information, visit https://fwio.on.ca/Agriculture-Award.

Jun

Application Deadline: FWIO Scholarships

Visit https://fwio.on.ca/fwio-scholarships for more information on the FWIO Provincial Scholarship, Helen M. McKercher Scholarship and 90th Anniversary Scholarship. Applications are due to the FWIO Provincial Office by June 30, 2018.

Jul

FWIC Triennial Convention

The next Federated Women’s Institutes of Canada (FWIC) Triennial Convention will be held July 12 - 15, 2018 in Winnipeg, Manitoba!

Hosted by: Manitoba Women’s Institute

Location: Hotel Fort Garry in Winnipeg

CLICK HERE for more information.

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PRESS RELEASE: Women’s Institute Members Raise Funds for Lyme Disease Research

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$100 ROSE Program Grant Available to a WI Branch

History Comes Alive as Live History Pays a Visit to Stoney Creek, Ontario!

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