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Women’s Centre Fundraiser

Wednesday December 6, 2006

Nanaimo, British Columbia, November 20 – On Wednesday December 6, 2006 the Rights and Democracy Network Malaspina Delegation will host the 2nd annual Nanaimo Women’s Centre fundraiser. In cooperation with the MFA Status of Women Committee and the Nanaimo Women’s Centre, Remembrance and Renewal: A National Day of Action will be held in building 355 of the Malaspina University College campus from 6-9pm.

December 6th is Canada’s “National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women”. This day was created to commemorate the 14 young women who lost their lives in the 1989 shooting at the l’École Polytechnique de Montréal, and to reflect and consider the phenomenon of violence against women and girls in our society.

The event will feature performances by, local band Mama’s Kitchen, Eliza Gardiner’s one woman act “Concessions of a Wannabe Rock Star” as well as spoken word and drumming by Tracy Myers. Local artists will be showcased; their work will be available for purchase through silent auction. Food and beverages will also be available throughout the evening.

All proceeds will be donated to the Nanaimo Women’s Centre. Women’s Centres in British Columbia lost 100% of their core funding due to government cutbacks in 2004. In the last few years the Nanaimo Women’s Centre has seen a steady increase in demand for its services.

The Centre currently relies on dedicated volunteers and professional part-time staff. Nanaimo has benefited greatly from the Women’s Centre which addresses a diverse range of issues affecting women and children in our community while providing a safe place for women to seek help. Community support enables the Nanaimo Women’s Centre to continue operating.

Tickets are $10 and can be purchased in advance at the Nanaimo Women’s Centre, Malaspina University College Student Union and Thirsty Camel or at the door.

Nanaimo Women’s Centre 285 Selby St (250) 753-0633

For additional information: http://www.nanaimowomen.com/

http://www.rightsdemocracy.net/en/reseau/qui_sommes_nous.htm

http://www.swc-cfc.gc.ca/dates/dec6/index_e.html

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(Published Tuesday 5 December 2006, by Malaspina University-College Delegation )

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