Our Advocacy Work

CFUW Saanich Peninsula advocates on issues of education, health, human rights and social well-being for women and girls in particular and society as a whole. 

We respond to emerging issues in Bristish Columbia, as well as nationally, and continue to pursue solutions to long standing problems.

C.A.R.E. Fair, one-day event at Mary Winspear Centre in Sidney to provide a forum for seniors and their care-giver families on the Saanich Peninsula to gather information on aging, particularly of interest to those who wish to age “in place” in their own home or are considering transitioning to independent or assisted living.

Research on Seniors Home Care Services, in conjunction with BC Seniors’ Advocate, and drafting of resolution for provincial and national policy development.

Provided mentorship and assistance for the development of the Individual Learning Centre’s successful application for the national CFUW $4,000 Library Award for the Hummingbird Project.

Partnering with our four municipalities and the Saanich Peninsula Hospital Foundation in holding a public forum on access to health care on the Peninsula.

Supporting the resolution establishing equity across Kinship Care Programs in BC. Celebrating International Women’s Day.