Membership Information

WE PROMOTE EDUCATION AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR WOMEN, AND ENJOY SHARING IDEAS, INTERESTS AND FUN AT OUR CLUBHOUSE HYCROFT

WE are women who have sought and achieved a university education and women who value education; we are graduates of more than 100 universities worldwide and are not affiliated with any one university.

PROMOTE EDUCATION by providing educational opportunities such as speakers and workshops, a library, and the company of stimulating women to facilitate lifelong learning, and we also provide educational opportunities for others with our many scholarships and bursaries.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR WOMEN to share their education with the community by ongoing advocacy furthering the status of women and human rights, mentoring and networking, and providing educational events.

SHARING IDEAS, INTERESTS, AND FUN in the comfort of our members' lounge, in interest groups and committees, and social and cultural events.

OUR CLUBHOUSE HYCROFT, the stately building in the heart of Shaughnessy for which we are stewards, provides an amazing setting to meet, to learn, and to socialize.

HOW TO JOIN ~ 

An Active Member is a woman who holds a degree or the equivalent from any university with Canadian or international accreditation anywhere in the world.  An Associate Member is a woman who does not have a degree but supports the values and goals of the Club.  Other categories of membership include: Non-resident, Student, Consular, Honorary, Temporary and Dual. Please enquire at the office for more details.

There is a One Time Entrance Fee of $400 (+$48 tax) for new members and Annual Dues, paid by all members, that may be paid annually, semi-annually, quarterly or monthly, with pro-rating for new members joining part way through the year. Members under 30 years of age enjoy 50% annual dues.    

If you are interested in joining the University Women's Club of Vancouver and require more information, please contact our office at 604-731-4661 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to be put in touch with a Membership Representative.

Applications for membership can be downloaded, completed and submitted with a proof of qualifications, and full payment of the entrance fee and annual dues.  

 Membership Application Form (PDF) 

Download HERE

OPEN HOUSES FOR PROSPECTIVE MEMBERS

BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP 

  Membership Here and Around the World

. University Women's Club of Vancouver is a member club in the Canadian Federation of University Women which is a      member country in the International Federation of University Women. Learn more at cfuw.org 

  Enrichment & Lifelong Learning

• Meet interesting women of all ages and backgrounds from around the world 
• Workshops, conferences, lectures and guest speaker engagements are held regularly at the Club, covering an array of topics of interest to our members.

  Fellowship & Friendship

• Relax in the comfort of Hycroft between appointments.Social activities are held throughout the year, giving members a chance to meet and mingle with one another, and host guests.
• In-house catering can provide meals and snacks, by arrangement, for members and guests.

  Mentoring & Networking

• Our members come from varied backgrounds, ages and stages.  We are entrepreneurs, business owners, artists, public servants, professionals in other fields, and volunteers. No matter what stage your career or life is at, you are bound to meet someone who will inspire and support your endeavours.

  Advocacy

• Our members carry out our mandate through the advocacy work - at home, nationally, and internationally.  You may find others who inspire you to get involved, and you may feel good about belonging to an organization that collaboratively develops and promotes policy to speak with a common voice in support of rights and education for women and children.  

  Committee Activities & Interest Groups

• We have a wide range of Committees and Interest Groups to engage our members.  See our full list of Committees and Interest Groups.  

  Newsletter and Updates

• Members are kept up to date with what's happening at Hycroft through our Club newsletter Hycroft Happenings.
• Weekly updates are sent by email. 

  Library

• We have a small library of current fiction, history, and works on women's issues exclusively for the use of our members.

  Parking

• Members with a parking decal may park at no charge.

  Hycroft Amenities 

. Members have access to Hycroft during all open hours, food services, and special rates on house and room rentals.  
. Enjoy complimentary coffee and tea
. Wi-fi available throughout Hycroft 

• Members' Lounge: The wood paneled Oak Room is the designated Members' Lounge and is available for members to read the daily newspapers, newsletters from other CFUW clubs, or simply to chat and make friends with other members. If you prefer, find a quiet spot in one of the other rooms or on the terrace or in the gardens.  Hycroft is your home away from home in the city.
• 
  
• Food and Beverage Service: Coffee and Tea are always available to members at no charge in the Oak Room and in the upper hallway.  An honour bar is in the Oak Room for beverages and snacks signed to accounts.  Meals are regularly scheduled and advertised in Hycroft Happenings and posted on the daily board for your convenience and pleasure.  Personalized lunches, dinners and snacks are available to members and their guests by arrangement.  
• 
  
• Members Rates for Rentals: Members enjoy a generously discounted schedule of rental rates when booking Hycroft for personal or business use ~ consider Hycroft for weddings, meetings, parties and special family or business events at member rates.

INTERESTED?

You can join us now. Download the Membership Application Form (PDF) and get started.