Celebrating Women. Creating Change.

Across York Region, women are shaping businesses, strengthening communities and inspiring positive change. The Women’s Centre of York Region is proud to introduce Women Leading Change, our inaugural digital publication celebrating ten remarkable women whose leadership, experiences and contributions are making a lasting impact.

Through their personal and professional stories, we recognize the diverse ways women lead and the difference they make in shaping a stronger, more inclusive future.

More than a celebration of women's leadership, Women Leading Change brings our community together around a shared goal: ensuring women and families can access the support, resources and opportunities they need to thrive.

#HelpKeepHerSafe

Celebrating Women. Supporting Women.

Behind the numbers are women in York Region navigating violence and abuse, housing instability and financial hardship while working to keep themselves and their families safe.

Since 2020, #HelpKeepHerSafe has been WCYR's year-round awareness and fundraising campaign, raising awareness of these challenges and helping women access the support they need to move forward.

Your donation helps provide counselling, employment support, housing assistance and essential needs, empowering women and their families to build safer, more stable futures with dignity and hope.

Featured Campaign Video: Meet the Women Behind the Change

Know a Woman Making a Difference?

Do you know a woman whose leadership, dedication, or contributions are creating meaningful change in York Region? Help us recognize and celebrate the inspiring women in our community by nominating someone for the next edition of Women Leading Change.