The combined membership of the Montreal Council of Women is close to 30,000 women and men supports its aim to work and improve
social conditions, especially as they affect women and children. Council is strengthened by its affiliations with Le Conseil
des femmes du Québec/the Provincial Council of Women of Quebec, women working together to improve the well-being of women, their families
and Quebec society and with the National Council of Women of Canada.
The National Council of Women of Canada is one of 64
affiliates of the International Council of Women, which has Category 1 Consultative Status at the United Nations (ECOSOC).
As an association, the Council prides itself on the ability to bring people of different cultures and backgrounds together in an atmosphere of mutual respect and understanding. For over 100 years, the common desire to improve the quality of life for all has been a fundamental concern with each member contributing positively to a changing world.
MCW/CFM – Montreal Council of Women/Conseil des femmes de Montréal
CPFQ/PCWQ – Conseil des femmes du Québec/Provincial Council
of Women of Quebec
NCWC – National Council of Women of
ICW – International Council of Women
WOTY – Woman of the Year
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