Canadian Federation of University Women Ajax-Pickering

(416) 726-6568

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Human Rights Non Profit Charity

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About Canadian Federation of University Women Ajax-Pickering

We are the local chapter of the Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW), a non-profit organization founded in 1919 which continues to grow and develop, representing about 7,500 women in approximately 100 clubs across Canada. The Ajax-Pickering Chapter of the CFUW was founded in May 1988 by a small group of women who were interested in science and education and exchanging information with women with similar interests. As a result, Scientists in School was created to share their interest through a unique, hands-on classroom experience. For over 25 years, the Ajax-Pickering club has been providing scholarships to female students in local Ajax-Pickering high schools and supporting the community in a variety of other ways.

We’re not just a fundraising club. We make a difference by advocating in a variety of areas such as women and children, the environment, education, the workplace and politics in order to make our community a better place for everyone. We also take time to enjoy a variety of social activities in the spirit of warm friendship, networking, outings and continuing learning.

We’re committed to the pursuit of knowledge, promotion of education, improvement of the status of women and human rights, and active participation in public affairs in a spirit of cooperation and friendship.