Women and Girls

These inspirational and diverse stories about local women of all ages in our community are made possible through the continued support of Original Home Furniture as part of our Community Leaders Program.

Elora resident, 12, helping end child and youth food insecurity

Movie Night in the Park, a fundraising by Briar, will happen on June 18 at Bissell Park with a rain location set for the Community Centre in Elora

May 20, 2022 2:30 PM Read more >

After losing two jobs during pandemic, Elora artist is happy she shifted gears

Emily Walser now sells custom art and paints murals

May 11, 2022 7:00 AM Read more >

Harriston woman's singing lands her first place in talent competition

'It gave me an opportunity to focus on something that I enjoyed and loved, and reunited me to it'

Apr 13, 2022 8:00 AM Read more >

Fergus coach creates Facebook page about local sports to help residents get active

'Knowing that there’s one spot I can go to make a post, or one spot I can go to ask a question, it feels good'

Mar 26, 2022 9:00 AM Read more >

Elora physiotherapist focuses on helping young female athletes remain in their sport

Kristin Bignell began noticing similar injuries among some younger female athletes coming to her for treatment

Feb 9, 2022 7:00 AM Read more >

Sisters start local Facebook group to help moms find and swap baby items

‘It great to see items being reused and passed on'

Jan 4, 2022 8:00 AM Read more >

100 Women Who Care Centre Wellington contributes $64,000 to local charities since forming

'Hearing what our money is able to produce is absolutely astonishing'

Dec 26, 2021 9:00 AM Read more >

A woman with various roles, Barbara Evoy finds time for advocacy

Evoy is an award-winning community leader who takes on many positions, including advocating for women

Nov 24, 2021 12:00 PM Read more >

Wellington County lacrosse player and referee Frances McKnight receives award for dedication to sport

'I love everything about lacrosse, it’s my favourite sport by far, and I just love being back in it even if you’re not playing'

Oct 29, 2021 1:00 PM Read more >

Fergus nurse helping people get better sleep

Julia Worrall launched The Sleep RN clinic in 2015 and launched Best Sleep Magazine earlier this year

Oct 22, 2021 10:00 AM Read more >

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