The cannabis collective for passionate Canadian women.

CWIC-ly: a little about us

Canadian Women in Cannabis—or CWIC (pronounced ‘quick’)—is a non-profit collective of women (and women-identifying folk) who want to be co-creators of their own cannabis experience in Canada. We’re building a social movement for the acceptance of the historically feminine nature of cannabis and for the de-stigmatization of it in the spaces we live and breathe. By collaborating, sharing, and amplifying our voices, CWIC members aim to advocate for fair, equal, and considerate cannabis laws across the great white north. 


And we aim to do it like the bad ass women we are. 

More about the sisterhood

We believe in

Fair, equal, and reasonable laws and a balanced legalized regime around cannabis

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Gender equality, inclusivity, and diversity so that we can all prosper

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Cannabis knowledge and public education programs

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Sustainability

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Write her-story with us

Connect

Through safe events, private communities, and exclusive access to other women with similar questions and life experiences, CWIC aims to harbour a sustainable sisterhood where connection is the key to effecting positive change. We believe that by sharing resources, helping each other out, and genuinely being #dopeladies, we all win.

Amplify

The cannabis industry can be a very patriarchal place: bro culture, big business, surf lifestyles and investment interest can create deserts of space, despite women being consistently represented as 52% of cannabis consumers. CWIC wants to amplify the power of the community we build together to emphasize our needs, values, and the dreams we have for our future. 

Share

We’re co-creators of the CWIC journey with you. By providing forums for discussion, advocacy, and insight, we believe that the industry can only improve in quality and consideration for women as consumers, patients, activators, business people, and employees. By sharing the information we have and bringing a light to women’s cannabis needs, we help the industry see a more holistic way forward.

Empower

Femininity. Empathy. Healing. Growth. Respect. The cannabis plant has long been linked to feminine energy, in both woo-y and non-woo camps. CWIC wants this herstory to remain at the forefront of the conversation. We’ll always aim to promote the healing capacities of cannabis and the importance for women to be informed, aware, and access correct information to make decisions for their families. 

Join the sisterhood


  • Connect with fellow sisters and cannabis connoisseurs on our private facebook group and at local events 
  • Promote and find supporters for your cannabis advocacy topics, join our advocacy panel, and support the evolution of Canadian cannabis laws
  • Share your love of and belief in cannabis as a healing, feminine, holistic medicine and life-balancer
  • Showcase your local events and promotions to the Canadian women’s cannabis collective
  • Explore connections with women who have similar questions, beliefs, and ideas as you in a warm, supportive environment
  • Support the industry in welcoming, accepting, and promoting incredible women to positions of influence, to help guide the progression of safe cannabis consumption, promotion, sales, and growth


Whether you’re a business woman, a student, a mother, a patient, an activist, an educator, a healer or a medical practitioner, we want your voice as part of our song. We plan to regularly poll our members on their thoughts about cannabis legislation, and have direct connections to government groups that can create impact for us all. We want to hear your story, and we want you to be part of our journey. 


What does being a CWIC member look like?


  • Individual sisterships
  • Business memberships - coming soon


CWIC COLLECTIVE - WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!

Sign up TODAY to be a CWIC MEMBER ♥  It's Free and easy to join.  Members receive CWIC Updates & Info as we're building and growing our collective.  Welcome all with Peace, Love & Cannabis   

CWIC Member Registration Form
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CWIC's FIRST Year Anniversary - JULY 20, 2019 - Okanagan & Toronto

JOIN IN THE CELEBRATIONS ACROSS CANADA

Join and celebrate with all of us at CWIC at our First Year Anniversary socials held across Canada on July 20, 2019.  Events are planned for:


Armstrong, British Columbia 

&

Toronto, Ontario


Event Tickets available via Event Brite


♥All proceeds to CWIC non-profit.  Thank you for supporting  CWIC and celebrating our first year - connecting - sharing - amplifying and empowering.  To sponsor or donate to  - please contact cwic@canadianwomenincannabis.ca


Okanagan Event (eventbrite)

CWIC Collaborations

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Cannabis Women Deliver Dialogue Series - June 2 - Vancouver BC | June 6 - Toronto ON

  

“Cannabis Women Deliver”

Lets talk about….Women and Cannabis

Gender Equality, Inclusivity and Diversity

in the cannabis sector in Canada


Dialogue sessions were held in Vancouver  at the Longhouse (pic) on June 2 and Toronto - MTCC on June 6 with speakers representing the cannabis/hemp community in Canada.  They spoke from the heart, from their experiences, knowledge and truth.  They spoke from the women's lens. Powerful and inspiring.  Seeking balance - moving the dial  -  thanks to each of these powerhouse drivers of change for speaking and sharing their truth.  Facilitated by Donna Johannson, speakers:  Kaja Gjesdal, Jess Latimer, Christina Seitz, Jamie Shaw, Kwitzel Tatel, Leslie Andrachuk, Trina Fraser, Melody Hassan, Reena Rampersad, Bella Sie.   With gratitude to Women Deliver 2019 Mobilization for providing opportunity for CWIC to share our voices 


June 7 - CWIC Social - Toronto - 3:00-6:00 pm

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Economic Club present 'A Budding Industry - Women and Cannabis

 

As the Cannabis industry continues to grow, there is so much for people to learn and discuss. The panel discussion will focus on the role that women play in the industry, the things that are working for and against women -- where women fit in as consumers, what role are women playing on leadership teams and where the actual culture is taking us as a collective. The industry has a unique opportunity to build from the ground up - how can we avoid inheriting inequalities that still exist in so many other industries?

Join the Economic Club of Canada and our expert panel to discuss all of this & more on June 5, 2019!   11:30am-1:30pm | Fairmont Royal York - 100 Front Street W, Toronto 

Elevated: Marketing Cannabis in the Age of Regulation by Alpha Woman Co and Unicorn Marketing Servic

 Join industry experts as they divulge how they creatively build brands and market cannabis products in the age of intense regulation.   June 5, 2019 6:00 pm 

Museum of Contemporary Art Toronto Canada

158 Sterling Road

Toronto, ON M6R 2B2