The Canadian Federation as a member of the International Federation of Business and Professional Women links business and professional women across Canada to provide support for and recognition of their achievements and to work toward equality of opportunity and economic security for all women. Students attending post secondary institutions are included in the category. An Associate Membership is open to women who do not meet the employment or student criteria for membership, but who are interested in supporting the activities of the Federation.
Clubs strive to have members of various occupations, viewpoints and ages.
In 1933 the Federation adopted and registered this Emblem as the distinguishing symbol of Club membership , with the following official interpretation. Looking to the future, courageous, eager, intent upon a goal, and absorbed in the vision of achievement. Symbolizing the light of knowledge on International sisterhood and the vast horizons possible to women. Portraying our homeland, whose honour we guard, whose laws we uphold, whose progress we promote by living up to our aims and objectives, and by the careful thoughtful use of our franchise. Indicating - God, Faith, Ability, Harmony, Uprightness, vision, Membership, Revenue.