Catholic Women's League strengthens relationships with natives

Regina convention passes resolution, commits to inspiring new members

Pat Deppiesse of the Archdiocese of Vancouver (right) is one of eight CWL members from across Canada who received a life membership this year.

About 750 members of the Catholic Women's League discussed their aim to reach out to female leaders of native groups in their communities as they met at their 93rd annual national convention in Regina, Sask. For full story see The B.C. Catholic website.


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