We know that you may have a number of questions about who we are, what we do, and how UWC membership can enrich your life. Please take a look at our FAQs below, as they may provide the answers you are looking for.

If you have a question we didn’t cover here, or would like to chat with a UWC representative please contact us via email or call UWC at 204-954-7880.

Joining UWC is simple! To apply, submit our Online Application Form or download the printable form here.

UWC has a variety of Activity Groups and Committees that may interest you. Meeting times and the contact person are published in the monthly Bulletin and Week at a Glance. New members are always welcome and are encouraged to connect with the contact person for information. See the list of committees here.

Members are welcome to visit at any time the UWC is open. We want UWC and Ralph Connor House to be your “home away from home” so please take advantage of the house whenever you can. Feel free to drop-in with friends or business associates for a warm beverage from our Complimentary Beverage Bar or an afternoon cocktail at our Cash Bar. Check the monthly Highlights from the Bulletin for opening hours.

No.  UWC membership reflects the many education and training opportunities women have today and is not exclusive to university graduates.

Testimonial – “Being a club member has given me the privilege of mentoring young women who are graduating into careers and to enjoy the friendships that come from shared interests and spending time together in a magnificent historic home.” – Victoria Lehman

Guests are always welcome to join members for UWC ENGAGE – Lunches and Dinners, and any of our UWC-ENJOY or UWC-EXPLORE Events and Activities including Continuing Education Series and Bar 54! Guests may also be  invited to interest groups such as Mystery Reader or Out to Lunch Bunch twice in a year.  Feel free to drop-in with friends or business associates for a warm beverage from our Complimentary Beverage Bar or afternoon cocktail at the Cash Bar.

UWC’s programming is Member-driven!  We have a variety of Interest groups and Activities ranging from Current Issues and Actions to Scrabble or Mahjong. But if you have an idea for are new group, contact the VP Activities with your idea.  She will help you explore the options and advertise the new group to the membership. It’s as easy as that!

Good times are always better when shared. Recruiting your friends to join UWC will offer everyone more opportunities to get together without anyone having to worry about hosting, and an increased membership will help ensure the health of UWC for generations to come.

Men are welcome to attend UWC events as guests of a member, they just cannot become members.   In addition, many of our UWC – ENGAGE, UWC – EXPLORE, and UWC – ENJOY programs are open to the public.

UWC is member-driven with a volunteer Board of Directors selected annually from the current  membership. We want to hear from our members!  Comments, concerns, and compliments can be forwarded to the Office at uwc@mymts.net and they will be forwarded to the appropriate UWC Member-volunteer.  General meetings are held in the fall and winter, and the Annual General Meeting is held in the spring when the Board is elected.

CFUW is the Canadian Federation of University Women, the national body uniting the 95 University Women’s Clubs across Canada. https://www.uwcwpgmb.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/An-Introduction-to-CFUW-v3Marlene2.pdf. Members of UWC are also members of CFUW.

FRCH (Friends of the Ralph Connor House Inc.) is the owner of 54 West Gate.  UWC members are also members of FRCH and work to sustain the legacy of our beautiful historic house.

Ralph Connor House was built in 1914 by the Reverend Charles Gordon who lived in the house with his wife and seven children.  The house was vacated after his death in 1937, and UWC purchased the house in 1945 for $7,000. The Friends of Ralph Connor House was created in 2003 and the house was sold to FRCH for $1.  UWC currently rents the house from FRCH.  Check out this link for more details.

Ralph Connor House is a stunning venue to entertain, whether it be a small family dinner party, large bridal shower, or your office Holiday Get-together!  All members receive one free annual Ralph Connor House venue rental each year and 25% off other venue rentals throughout the year.  UWC members can also reserve one of the small rooms on the second floor for private meetings or luncheons any time UWC is open.

Contact our Event Services Manager at uwcevents@mymts.net to check date availability and for more information on staff fees and catering.

Please note that wedding ceremonies and receptions are excluded from the annual free rental.

For many years now both women and men have been eligible for all UWC awards created to advance the educational opportunities for students.  A complete list of the awards can be found here.