Cornerstones

BPW Hastings & Prince Edward aims to unite business and professional women locally, provincially, nationally, and internationally to work for women’s economic independence and equal opportunity and representation in economic, civil, and political life. 

The group encourages and supports women and girls to develop their professional and leadership potential and to undertake lifelong education and training.  Business and Professional Women’s Clubs across the world advocate for the elimination of all discrimination against women and for human rights and the use of gender-sensitive perspectives. 

We are a diverse group of women working collectively toward common objectives for improving conditions for women.
Joining a BPW club connects you to an international network of people working together for equity, equality and the empowerment of women*

Local clubs, like ours, fundraise and support their communities, host events, hold monthly meetings and participate in important functions.  This may include guest speakers, workshops, meet-ups, marches and more, all while focusing on the four cornerstones of BPW Canada: learn, lead, advocate, and collaborate.

*Women is used inclusively of Intersex, Cis- and Trans-gendered women and  Female bodied folks
BPW clubs work to improve the lives of girls and women, which helps everyone
Working Women Working with Women Locally for the Benefit of Women Everywhere
At BPW.H&PE, you can expect lively discussion, friendship, learning and participation in a way that fits your lifestyle. 

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LEARN

“Education is everything- education is your power, education is your way in life for whatever you want to do.”
- Ciara

LEAD

"Fight for the things
that you care about,
​but do it in a way that will lead others to join you."
- Ruth Bader Ginsburg

ADVOCATE

"I raise up my voice ... so those without a voice can be heard.
We cannot succeed when
​half of us are held back"
- Malala Yousafzai

COLLABORATE

Every woman's success should
be an inspiration to another.
We're strongest when
​we cheer each other on.” 
- Melinda French Gates

Each Business and Professional Women's Club in Ontario
belongs to BPW Ontario & BPW Canada.

​BPW Canada participates Internationally,
directly and through the North America / Caribbean committee

​As such, our mission aligns with those at higher levels:
BPW Ontario works toward achieving equal status for people who identify as women
at all levels and areas of society where decisions are taken
​in true partnership based on mutual respect for a more balanced and peaceful world.

The Canadian Federation of Business and Professional Women (BPW Canada)
is a non-sectarian, non-profit, and non-partisan organization that works
​to improve the economic, political, social and employment conditions 
of working women in Canada.

It provides a training ground for developing
professional, business and leadership potential in a safe and supportive environment,
enabling members to build skills, widen networks and create lasting friendships.

BPW International (International Federation of Business and Professional Women)
is an influential international network of business and professional women
from more than 100 countries in 5 continents
with Consultative Status at ECOSOC/United Nations.
Founded in 1930, BPW International develops the professional, leadership and business potential
of women on all levels through mentoring, networking, skill building
​and economic empowerment programs and projects around the world.

Business and Professional Women of Hastings & Prince Edward