Advancing Women Conference East 2025 Adds a Touch of History and Heart with Special Film Screening
If you're one of the many loyal attendees of the Advancing Women in Agriculture Conference, planning to join us in Niagara Falls this November, you are in for a special treat. This year, AWC EAST 2025 will feature a heartwarming and historically rich film screening that celebrates the resilience, courage, and contribution of young women in agriculture during one of the most critical periods in modern history.
We are proud to present the documentary: We Lend a Hand: The Forgotten Story of Ontario Farmerettes. Read the article Documentary Sheds Light on Farmerettes who Helped Feed a Nation
This extraordinary film tells the story of 40,000 teenage girls who volunteered to work on Canadian farms during World War II, stepping in to ensure food production continued while men were away at war.
These young women, many from Ontario and Quebec, arrived in Southwestern Ontario with no prior farming experience. Their determination and grit helped feed a nation in crisis.
Now in their late 90s, these remarkable women share their memories in a moving tribute to service, sacrifice, and sisterhood. The film reminds us that service comes in many forms, and the legacy of the Farmerettes deserves to be remembered and celebrated.
Showtime will be Sunday, November 23, 2025, from 5:00 – 6:00 PM. Admission is free with your AWC EAST 2025 registration and name tag.
Need More Reasons to Attend AWC EAST 2025?
Here are just a few of the inspiring presentations you won’t want to miss:
Finding Confidence and Building Confidence in Others
Jordan Eyamie, Farm Manager at Webster Farms Limited (AVFN), shares life lessons from managing a medium-scale strawberry farm in Kentville, NS. Her insights into leadership and empowerment in agriculture are not to be missed.
GRIT: What is it? Why do we need it? Who has it? How to get it?
Anne Miner, Founder of Women with GRIT and The Dunvegan Group, explores the concept of GRIT—defined by Angela Duckworth as “passion and perseverance in pursuit of long-term goals.” Learn how this skill can be cultivated and applied to your personal and professional journey.
You’re Outstanding in Your Field, But You Don’t Have to Be Out There by Yourself
Courtney Stevens, Owner & Chief Creative Officer of Wilmot Orchards, discusses the importance of building the right support systems in your business. Discover how focusing on your “zone of genius” can lead to greater success and fulfillment.
Of course, there are plenty more reasons to attend. Ready to Register? Click here to learn more or to register for the Advancing Women in Agriculture Conference, taking place November 23–25, 2025 at the Sheraton Fallsview, Niagara Falls, ON.
Join us for a powerful blend of inspiration, education, and community—plus a film that will stay with you long after the credits roll.