Rosemary Powers

Rose Powers is a beacon of inclusivity and compassion, dedicating her life to making sports a safe haven for all. Born and raised in Peterborough, she embodies the spirit of leadership and activism.

With over 30 years in the youth mental health field, Rose's passion for fostering supportive environments led her to create the Sport A Rainbow initiative in late 2018. Rooted in her own experiences and a deep understanding of the struggles faced by marginalized individuals, this pledge-based movement aims to eradicate hateful speech and actions from sporting arenas, fostering a culture of acceptance and inclusion.

As the driving force behind Sport A Rainbow, Rose tirelessly travels across the country, urging athletes to take the pledge and proudly display rainbow stickers on their gear as a visible symbol of solidarity. Despite lacking financial backing, Rose's determination knows no bounds, as she spreads her message of unity and empathy.

Her impact extends far beyond the realm of sports administration. From leading the Peterborough Girls Hockey Association to spearheading initiatives like the Kenyan Lacrosse team's immersive Canadian experience, Rose's commitment to community service knows no bounds. Whether volunteering at Kawartha Food Share or advocating for causes like Down Syndrome and Alzheimer's Disease, Rose's altruism shines brightly.

A trailblazer in her own right, Rose's efforts have earned her recognition on prestigious platforms like SportsNet's 'Chevrolet Good Deeds Cup' and 'Hockey Day in Canada.' Her unwavering dedication to inclusivity has also been spotlighted at events like Hayley Wickenheiser's 'Wickfest,' where she continues to inspire the next generation of athletes.

In the 2024 inaugural season of the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL), Rose's Sport A Rainbow initiative takes center stage at Pride games across major cities, cementing her legacy as a champion of equity and fairness in sports.

For Rose Powers, it's not just about the game—it's about creating a world where every individual, regardless of gender or orientation, can play without fear, knowing they belong. Through her leadership, Rose is paving the way for a future where sports truly unite us all.

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Happy Family Day!

Today, we celebrate the love, support, and strength that families bring to our communities.

This year, we’ve investing in parenting supports for new and expecting parents, building strong and healthy communities where children, families and you can thrive.

Every act of care helps build stronger, more connected neighbourhoods 🏠.

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Happy Family Day! Today, we celebrate the love, support, and strength that families bring to our communities. This year, we’ve investing in parenting supports for new and expecting parents, building strong and healthy communities where children, families and you can thrive. Every act of care helps build stronger, more connected neighbourhoods 🏠.

For 1 in 4 Canadians who menstruate, period products aren`t always in the budget. You can help address period poverty in our community by contributing to our Period Promise campaign.

This year, we`re sharing our running total by item type on our website [link in bio], so you can see what we have, and what we still need, as we aim to offer a greater diversity of product to residents experiencing period poverty. - We`re also accepting monetary donations, which will allow us to purchase items in bulk.

Product donations will be accepted at the United Way office (277 Stewart Street), Monday-Friday, 9AM-5PM until Friday March 13. [Please note: We are closed February 16 for Family Day, and February 26 for Peterborough Performs and will not be present to accept drop offs.]

If you’d like to get more involved with our 2026 Period Promise campaign, please do not hesitate to reach out to our team! We’d be happy to help you setup a collection at your workplace, share educational resources, or chat about any other ideas you may have.

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For 1 in 4 Canadians who menstruate, period products aren't always in the budget. You can help address period poverty in our community by contributing to our Period Promise campaign. This year, we're sharing our running total by item type on our website [link in bio], so you can see what we have, and what we still need, as we aim to offer a greater diversity of product to residents experiencing period poverty. - We're also accepting monetary donations, which will allow us to purchase items in bulk. Product donations will be accepted at the United Way office (277 Stewart Street), Monday-Friday, 9AM-5PM until Friday March 13. [Please note: We are closed February 16 for Family Day, and February 26 for Peterborough Performs and will not be present to accept drop offs.] If you’d like to get more involved with our 2026 Period Promise campaign, please do not hesitate to reach out to our team! We’d be happy to help you setup a collection at your workplace, share educational resources, or chat about any other ideas you may have.

From Campaign Launch to now - this community keeps showing up. We’re in the final stretch of our Community Campaign, and every act of generosity still matters ❤️!

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From Campaign Launch to now - this community keeps showing up. We’re in the final stretch of our Community Campaign, and every act of generosity still matters ❤️!

When words aren’t enough to express how you feel, show your love with tickets to United Way Peterborough & District’s 50/50 raffle! 💖

For the month of love, we’re offering a guaranteed grand prize of ✨$1,000✨ A prize so irresistible, we wouldn’t blame you if you grabbed a few tickets for yourself too.

👉 Still wondering if you should enter? Just know, that even if you don’t win, your community will. Fifty percent of the proceeds from every ticket sold go directly back to our community so we get the chance to spread the love throughout Peterborough.

🔗 Follow the link in our bio to enter our February 27th draw

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When words aren’t enough to express how you feel, show your love with tickets to United Way Peterborough & District’s 50/50 raffle! 💖 For the month of love, we’re offering a guaranteed grand prize of ✨$1,000✨ A prize so irresistible, we wouldn’t blame you if you grabbed a few tickets for yourself too. 👉 Still wondering if you should enter? Just know, that even if you don’t win, your community will. Fifty percent of the proceeds from every ticket sold go directly back to our community so we get the chance to spread the love throughout Peterborough. 🔗 Follow the link in our bio to enter our February 27th draw

🎉 Sponsor Spotlight: Friends of the Stage 🎉

💛 A huge thank you to our Friend of the Stage – Supporting Sponsors for stepping up in support of housing and homelessness initiatives in our community. Your contribution helps make this event possible, and we’re proud to celebrate you at the event and through our virtual auction presented by @llf_lawyers_llp (which launches in less than a week)!

Want to support this work and enjoy an incredible night of local live music and impact?

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now — grab yours and join us at the show on Thursday, February 27th from 7-11pm @ptboshowplace

🔗 Link in bio

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🎉 Sponsor Spotlight: Friends of the Stage 🎉 💛 A huge thank you to our Friend of the Stage – Supporting Sponsors for stepping up in support of housing and homelessness initiatives in our community. Your contribution helps make this event possible, and we’re proud to celebrate you at the event and through our virtual auction presented by @llf_lawyers_llp (which launches in less than a week)! Want to support this work and enjoy an incredible night of local live music and impact? 🎟️ Tickets are on sale now — grab yours and join us at the show on Thursday, February 27th from 7-11pm @ptboshowplace 🔗 Link in bio
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