Let’s Inspire Inclusion by Networking with Local Business Owners for International Women’s Day in Chesley

Join Women's House Serving Bruce and Grey, and Bruce County’s Business to Bruce, for a do-not-miss International Women’s Day event - Count Her in: Accelerating Gender Equality Through Economic Empowerment on Thursday, March 7, 2024, from 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM at the Klages Mill and Garden in Chesley.

Join Women's House Serving Bruce and Grey, and Bruce County’s Business to Bruce, for a do-not-miss International Women’s Day event - Count Her in: Accelerating Gender Equality Through Economic Empowerment on Thursday, March 7, 2024, from 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM at the Klages Mill and Garden in Chesley.

Enjoy an incredible night of inspiring stories, paired with networking, refreshments and hearty appetizers. At this event, hear from distinguished TED Talk & global keynote speaker Sarah Baldeo, who has a passion for sharing her knowledge and inspiring others to practice integrity and accountability. Sarah will be speaking on How to Use Technology to Drive Revenue for Your Small Business. During the evening guests will also hear from Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advocate and Lawyer Andrea Clarke, while the evening will be moderated by community influencer Spicy Jan, from Tasty Road Trips Inc.

“Bruce County is proud to continue our partnership with Women’s House Serving Bruce & Grey to host this event for the 6th year. When we can highlight and showcase local entrepreneurs that are changemakers in our community, while also supporting an organization that protects some of the most vulnerable members of our community, it results in positive outcomes for all involved” says Chris Peabody, Bruce County Warden.

Tickets are $50 per seat and can be purchased until March 6 at noon. Tables of eight can be reserved by emailing lglazier@brucecounty.on.ca. If you are interested in donating but unable to attend, you can donate directly to Women's House Serving Bruce and Grey.

“We’re thankful for the continued support of our sponsors and the generosity of the community. Last year’s event was a huge success, and we hope the 6th annual International Women’s Day event will be as well. This generosity allows us to be part of important initiatives that give back to the businesses and assist the women in our community,” comments Candice McQuade, community relations & fund developer.

In addition, an online auction, with funds raised going directly to Women's House Serving Bruce & Grey, will be held and recipients of the annual Women's House Woman of Distinction award will be presented at the event.

Purchase tickets: https://business.brucecounty.on.ca/iwd-2024 

#IWD2024 #InspireInclusion

For more information, contact: 
Lindsey Glazier
Business Development Coordinator
Bruce County, Planning and Development
226-909-3059 or lglazier@brucecounty.on.ca

About Women’s House Serving Bruce & Grey (WHSBG): 
WHSBG provides free and confidential services, within a supportive environment, to women 16 years of age and older, and their children, who have or are experiencing abuse, sexual violence or homelessness. Women’s House operates a 24/7 shelter in Kincardine, Ontario to provide a safe, supportive and secure environment for women and children fleeing domestic violence.  Women’s House also provides sexual assault services in Bruce and Grey, a child witness program, transition services, education services, a volunteer program, community counselling and second-stage housing in Kincardine, Saugeen Shores and Wiarton. WHSBG is a registered not-for-profit charity governed by a volunteer Board of Directors and staffed by trained professionals.

About Bruce County: 
Bruce County is an upper-tier municipality in Southwestern Ontario, Canada, made up of eight lower-tier municipalities and 73,396 residents. The explorers who visit, live, and work here are the dreamers who take roads less travelled and see tried and true as an invitation to try something new. Be an Explorer and call Bruce County home.