Established in 1960, Canadian Voice of Women for Peace (VOW) is non-partisan Non Governmental Organization (NGO) comprised of a network of diverse women with consultative status at the United Nations Economic & Social Council (ECOSOC). For almost 50 years, we have tirelessly advocated for a world without war, a world that values peace, justice & equality. /More...
Muriel Duckworth passes away with loved ones by her side...

"I’m going to leave you now. It’s time for me to go. Everything is ready. Be happy with each other. You have each other. Good bye, I’m going now." ~Muriel Duckworth, Pacifist, Feminist, Member of the Order of Canada, Canadian Voice of Women for Peace.

Today we are saddened to announce our dear co-founder of the Nova Scotia branch of the Canadian Voice of Women for Peace has died at the age of 100.

Loved by all that know her and an inspiration to us all, Muriel has been featured in a Globe & Mail lead article. Please click here for this link and a message from Muriel's dear friend, Pat Kipping, plus words from our Ursula Franklin... /more...
August 6th: Hiroshima Day & August 9th: Nagasaki Day Events

"Join us to create awareness of the destructive power of nuclear weapons and of the 25,000 armed nuclear weapons of which are still threatening humanity today." ~ Setsuko Thurlow, Hiroshima A-Bombing Survivor, Member of the Order of Canada, Canadian Voice of Women for Peace.

Peace events across Canada featuring family entertainment, films, inspiring speakers, paper crane making, and lantern ceremonies. Plus, back by popular demand, the "Hiroshima, Nagasaki Photo Exhibit & A-Bombing Survivors Artwork.

Click here for locations across Canada...

VOW Conference & AGM: APRIL 24-26, 2009, Toronto Canada

NO TO NUCLEAR WEAPONS! THE CANADIAN CONNECTION.

Mapping the Uranium Nuclear System and its impacts on the Environment, Health and Nuclear Weapons Proliferation with the experts on mining, milling, nuclear energy, and Canada's role in nuclear weapons production.

Our VOW Conference on April 24-26th in Toronto was a great success!

Please note: Updates and conference material to be posted very soon. To read about the nuclear experts who presented, please click here...
United Nations 53rd Commission on the Status of Women

Learn about VOW at the United Nations for the 53rd Commission on the Status of Women (CSW).

Where: 2-13 March 2009, UN Headquarters, New York City

Please click here for details and how to register with VOW for future UN study tours.
Fifty Canadian Peace Women Honoured in Ottawa

Ottawa, October 2, 2008 - VOW in conjunction with Canadian Department of Peace Initiative and Civilian Peace Service Canada hosted the "Women Building Peace" inaugural dinner honouring over 50 Canadian peace women whose work and dedication has helped to further a culture of peace. Featuring keynote speaker, Carolyn McAskie (Assistant Secretary General for Peacekeeping of the United Nations) .../more...
3000 Schools - 50,000 Teachers - 850,000 Elementary School Students Learn about Canadian Peace Women

October is Women's History Month in Canada. In celebration of Canadian Peace Women, VOW, the Elementary Teachers Federation of Ontario, Ontario Women's History Network, and Green Dragon Press publish the "Canadain Women Working for Peace & Justice" poster. The poster has just been sent to over 3000 public elementary schools across Ontario with the potential of reaching over 50,000 teachers and 850,000 elementary school students!

The poster features VOW members Rosemary Brown, Kay Macpherson, Dr. Ursula Franklin, Muriel Duckworth, Setusko Thurlow, Raging Grannies and the newest generation of young peace women. Learn about women's efforts for peace & justice including VOW's work at the UN. /more...
History of VOW: Half a Century of Peacebuilding

As we approach our 50 anniversary in 2010, we have begun to embark on recording our entire VOW history. If you would like to share your stories, pictures, memorabilia, etc., please contact us.

Read about the exciting history of peace women across Canada including Muriel Duckworth, Ursula Franklin, Rosemary Brown, Kay Macpherson, /more...
Our Work at the UN plus learn about the UN, international laws, treaties and more.

All About UN Sec. Res.
Peace Exhibit Available for Public Exhibition
Read About Half a Century of Peacebuilding
Petitions, Research & Links

MEDIA

For interviews with peace experts please contact Helen Chilas, National Coordinator via email or cell: 416-473-8238.
Our Work at the UN plus learn about the UN, international laws, treaties and more.

All About UN Sec. Res.
Peace Exhibit Available for Public Exhibition
Read About Half a Century of Peacebuilding
Petitions, Research & Links

MEDIA

For interviews with women peace experts please contact Sandra Ruch, Administrative Coordinator VOW via email or 416-603-7915.