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Who We Are
Women’s Canadian Club is a non-profit, non-political, non-partisan and non-sectarian organization; and it welcomes women and men as members.
Our Mission:
Women’s Canadian Club, London, Ontario is a membership-based speakers organization providing monthly meetings on topics dedicated to preserving our Canadian identity, increasing our interest in matters affecting the welfare of our country, informing us about Canada’s part in world affairs and acknowledging the outstanding accomplishments of young people in our community.
We believe:
- in Canada,
- that it is important to provide a forum and audience for passionate speakers,
- in broadening our minds by learning about many diverse topics,
- that it is important to foster an interest in public affairs,
- in cultivating an understanding of Canadian culture,
- in providing a forum for global issues, and
- in supporting the youth in our community.
Do you enjoy history? Did you collect baseball and hockey cards? Come and hear our first speaker in the 2025-2026 series on September 18 2025, 2pm. at our new venue, Best Western Plus Lamplighter Inn and Conference Centre, 591 Wellington Road South, London, with Professor Michael Dove – “Packaging Fun: London’s O-Pee-Chee Company” .
Keynote Speaker – Professor Michael Dove
Michael Dove is an Assistant Professor and the Director and Internship Coordinator of the MA and Minor programs in Public History at Western University. He also currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Ontario Historical Society and the Museum of Ontario Archaeology. A specialist in Canadian business, social and cultural history, his research and teaching interests include local history, documentary filmmaking and the histories of brewing and piracy.
His work in public history has encompassed a wide range of topics. A recipient of Western’s Vice-Provost (Academic Programs) Award for Excellence in Collaborative Teaching, he has worked with numerous local, provincial and national community organizations over the past decade, including The City of London and Friends of Labatt Memorial Park, Southwestern Ontario Region Bicentennial 1812, Labatt Breweries of Canada and the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21. His current projects include a history of hockey in The Forest City and his documentary film about the history of London’s O-Pee-Chee Company.
Youth Speaker – Evan James
We are celebrating the 25th year of the Youth Focus program, originated by Cathy Cave , President 1999-2001. Youth who have an exciting or inspirational personal story to tell, are invited to present to our members at our events.
On September 18th, we welcome Evan James as our Youth Focus speaker at our new venue, Best Western Plus Lamplighter Inn and Conference Center.
Evan James is 13 years old and currently plays rep baseball with the 13U London West Tincaps. Evan participated in MLB’s Pitch Hit and Run competition last year where he qualified for an all-expense paid trip to LA’s Dodgers Stadium to compete at the Pitch Hit and Run Finals at the World Series. Evan felt so proud to be representing Canada, his hometown of London, and his London West Tincaps Baseball team.
Evan aspires to be a baseball player and would like to play baseball for a living. He also enjoys skiing, video games and hanging with his friends. He also enjoys school subjects such as math, geography, and history!
Evan’s biggest inspiration is his parents! He wants to follow his dad’s footsteps in becoming a great baseball pitcher!! He can’t wait to see what the future holds!
Membership and Single Tickets
Annual Memberships are $100 for eight events (September 2025 thru April 2026). Memberships can be purchased at any time and will also be available at the membership table on September 18th.
Membership registration instructions are found here: womenscanadianclublondon.com/membership
Single tickets ($30) can be purchased at any time through Eventbrite or at the membership table on September 18th.
Please note: Credit or Debit card transactions will include an additional processing fee.
