Chocolate Rose Campaign

When: March 7, 2025

Where: Ontario, Canada

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In recognition of International Women’s Day (IWD) on March 8, 2025, Timmins & Area Women in Crisis (TAWC) and Ellevive are proud to continue the tradition of distributing chocolate roses throughout the community on Friday, March 7, 2025.

This campaign not only celebrates the strength, resilience, and achievements of women but also raises awareness about gender-based violence and the ongoing fight for equity. The chocolate rose is a symbolic gesture inspired by the “Bread and Roses” movement, which advocated for economic security and a better quality of life for women.

Staff and volunteers will be delivering chocolate roses at key locations across the region, wearing purple scarves—the international colour of IWD—to symbolize the movement to end violence against women and promote gender equality.

Join the Movement!

Help us celebrate International Women’s Day by recognizing the incredible contributions of women in our community and advocating for a world where all women are safe, respected, and valued.

For more information, contact:
- TAWC: 705-268-8381
- Ellevive: 705-360-5657

Timmins and Area Women in Crisis assists women who have experienced any form of violence or abuse. We provide referrals, information, advocacy, accompaniments and crisis intervention services with a non-judgmental and confidential approach. We work towards empowering women to become independent by supporting them in making healthy choices and achieving their goals.

To provide a temporary, safe refuge for Aboriginal and all women and their children who are leaving violent homes. Using a feminist, anti-racist, anti-oppressive framework, we are committed to creating a culturally appropriate environment for all women, as well as supporting and promoting healthy choices and positive changes according to individual needs.