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October is Women's History Month in Canada, a time to celebrate the women and girls from our past and our present, who are contributing to a better, more inclusive Canada. This year marks the 30th anniversary of Women’s History Month.

Here are a few ways you can participate and celebrate Women's History month.
Celebrate the women who have made an impact in Canada

Women of Impact in Canada is an online gallery dedicated to women's achievements, featuring profiles of courageous women who have made an impact in politics, the arts and sciences, and countless other fields. By sharing their stories, we can cement their place in history and inspire others to follow in their footsteps.
Learn about the history

Women in Canadian History: A Timeline is an online resource created by Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE), that shares notable events in Canadian women’s history and acknowledges powerful women who created change.
Support Canadian women-owned or women-centered businesses

Support women-owned businesses. This means investing in gender parity, innovation, overall economic growth and female economic empowerment. Here are 45 Women Owned Canadian Businesses you should check out.

Community Spotlight
September 26th - Yellow Brick House had the opportunity to attend Makeover Day at Abuse Hurts. The ladies got their hair and makeup done and were able to go “shopping” in a showroom of brand new and very gently used clothing for new outfits, for themselves and their children. It was a fun day full of joy, laughter and pamper!
September 22nd - Venterra Realty spent the day volunteering at our administrative office assembling office furniture, and assisting in the warehouse.

Thank you Venterra Realty!
Community Hero Award
Congratulations to both our Chief Executive Officer, Lorris Herenda, and our Board President, Stephanie Kremer, for being nominated to receive Her Majesty's Platinum Jubilee Community Hero Award. We're grateful for both your dedication, working tirelessly to help to end violence against women and children. Congratulations on this well-deserved award! 
Step In My Shoes Walk
Our Annual Break the Silence, Step In My Shoes Walk is back! Join us on Sunday, November 6th, 2022 at 10am in person at St. Andrews College.

Registration is free! Food, beverages and more goodies will be available! Help us reach our goal of $100,000 to raise funds in support of our life-saving support services and prevention programs for women and children. Every $150 raised will ensure one night of safety for a woman or child impacted by violence and abuse. Stay tuned for more updates on this event, and make sure to register below!

Thank you for supporting us in the movement to end domestic violence.

*A hybrid option is available for those who cannot join in person. Register to walk, run or jog on your own or with some friends throughout the months of September and October. Send some pictures of your participation to events@yellowbrickhouse.org to be included in the celebration video.
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