Women Working Together
Welcome
Council of Women Winnipeg operates as a non-partisan, non-sectarian diverse network of organizations and individuals who advocate for the welfare of Winnipeg women, families and society.
2000+
Total Women Support
Who We Are
CWW has contributed as a role model for other women
Ten Winnipeg women's groups came together on March 27th 1894, to organize the Winnipeg Council, one of the first in Canada. At one time, there were nearly 100 federate or organizational members of Council. Today, with many of these organizations no longer existing, there are fewer federate members.
- Advocates with other groups, politicians and businesses on issues to improve the quality of life in Winnipeg
- Educates and informs members and the public on local issues
- Makes presentations to Winnipeg City Council and commissions
- Develops resolutions and policies
- Organizes community forums, programs and presentations
Events
CWW Meetings
Join us at our in-person and virtual events.
02Oct
16th Annual Celebrating Women Gala
This gala was created to recognize the contributions women make to our communities across Manitoba. We particularly want to honour women who have not recognized through other channels, and nominees who are chosen by theirs peers. 2025 Honourees Individuals Joan Clement, Manitoba Women’s Institute Carol Paul, Manitoba Construction Sector Council Phyllis Reader, HOPE International Organizations
28Aug
Upcoming Fall line – up
Welcome Council members and federates and guests, I hope you had a nice summer. I know it was challenging with the forest fires across the prairies and the many issues across the border. I hope you are ready for this fall line-up. Please mark your calendar and highlight the following dates: Council of Women of
17Jun
Tree Planting Ceremony – June 26th, 2025
Come celebrate, as part of the Council of Women of Winnipeg (CWW) 130th year celebrations this past year and in collaboration with TREES WINNIPEG. CWW is planting a tree in Michaelle Jean Park (Formerly, Norquay Park), in Point Douglas, near the Beaconsfield Street site of the first Winnipeg Children’s Hospital. Annie Bond was President of
Recent Activities
CWW Update & News
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Network
Our Partners
The Council of Women Winnipeg is proud to be affiliated to the Provincial Council of Women Winnipeg and the National Council of Women Canada
