Gala Reception to Celebrate Women's Contribution
On July 11, 2007, The Provincial Council of Women of Winnipeg held a fashionable, casual event to honour six women: Donna Blight, Elizabeth Flemming, Beverley godwin, Barbara Kendel, Monica Singh and Shirley walker - who have contributed over and above to the work of the Council. The women were given statuettes of a golden women similar to the Oscar. Some federate members were also honoured. These were Manitoba Childcare Association, and the Manitoba Dental Hygienists Association. It was a fun event held at the Assiniboine Parks's Conservatory surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers. The interior was decorated with beautiful paintings.
At the beginning the women were ushered to their seats at the front to the sound of the bagpipe played by a young woman. There were door prizes and yours truly won one of them - a beautiful handbag with the the logo of - a beaded footlong keyring and a gift certificate for a turkey worth $25.00 - not bad eh.
The Provincial Council of Women was founded in 1949 to advocate for the betterment of Manitobans, especially for women and their families. They have done a splendid job over the years and is one of the more respected organizations in Manitoba.
Picturs will be forthcoming.
