Vaughan celebrates International Women’s Day
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The City’s virtual event will feature guest
speakers and musical performances
International
Women’s Day has grown into a global day of recognition, acknowledgement and
celebration of women that reflects upon their achievements and struggles. To
commemorate this important occasion and honour the enduring contributions of
women past, present and future, today, the City of Vaughan is hosting its
annual International Women’s Day event, virtually. Citizens are encouraged to
tune in to vaughan.ca/events
at 11 a.m. to watch.
This year’s celebration will be emceed by on-air personality Stella Acquisto and will feature performances from Gem Shadou and Girl Pow-R. There will also be a series of guest speakers throughout the event, including:
- Eti Ayzenberg – registered nurse, emergency room department, Mackenzie Richmond Hill Hospital
- Margie Singleton – Chief Executive Officer, Vaughan Public Libraries
- Wendy Law – Deputy City Manager, Legal and Administrative Services and City Solicitor, City of Vaughan
- Elder Carolyn King - former Chief of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, The Moccasin Identifier Project
- GG Sisters - Laura and Josie Cannone, franchisers and entrepreneurs
Recognizing
International Women’s Day contributes to fostering Active, Safe and Diverse Communities,
a key priority in the 2018-2022 Term of
Council Service Excellence Strategic Plan. To learn more about today’s event,
visit vaughan.ca/events.
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“International Women's Day is a meaningful occasion to pause and
reflect upon the outstanding contribution women have made throughout history. I
invite all citizens to join us virtually today for the City's annual
International Women's Day event. I also want to thank and recognize the
performers and artists for sharing their time and talent with our community. In
Vaughan, we are committed to celebrating the significant achievements and
strong leadership of remarkable women here at home and in communities
worldwide. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive city where everyone is
valued, respected and encouraged to realize their full potential. I believe
that when women receive support and equal opportunities, they are empowered to
inspire change and continue charting the path for future women trailblazers,
and, ultimately, all citizens. Today, on International Women's Day, we pay
tribute to every woman working to make a positive contribution to society.”
- Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua
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