Status of Women Minister Maryam Monsef (Peterborough-Kawartha, Ont.) issued a statement: “Today we honour International Day of the Girl, which was inspired by a group of girls who asked world leaders for their own day to raise awareness about the unique challenges and opportunities they face because of their gender,” she said. “Here at home, we are … Read more
Infrastructure and Communities Minister François-Philippe Champagne (Saint-Maurice–Champlain, Que.) announced federal funding for a project that will improve support services for part-time women entrepreneurs in Québec. The Société d’aide au développement des collectivités Centre-de-la-Mauricie will receive $306,947 in funding for their project, “Entreprendre au féminin autrement”. The full release is available online. Call 613-558-9795.
Status of Women Minister Maryam Monsef (Peterborough-Kawartha, Ont.) announced that Equal Voice, a national organization dedicated to electing more women to all orders of government, will receive $3.8 million in funding for their project, Daughters of the Vote. This 36-month project, which builds on the successes of the inaugural Daughters of the Vote held in 2017, will encourage … Read more
Status of Women Minister Maryam Monsef (Peterborough-Kawartha, Ont.) launched the Women of Impact in Canada gallery, which honours the lives and legacies of more than 100 courageous women and girls from coast to coast to coast throughout Canada’s history. The launch of the gallery featured a panel discussion with three women of impact: Cuddles for Cancer founder Faith Dickinson, … Read more
Status of Women Minister Maryam Monsef (Peterborough-Kawartha, Ont.) issued the following statement: “As we celebrate Women’s History Month, including International Day of the Girl on October 11 and Persons Day on October 18, let’s take the opportunity to recognize the women and girls in Canada who have made, and continue to make, a lasting impact on … Read more
Status of Women Minister Maryam Monsef (Peterborough-Kawartha, Ont.) issued the following statement: “Today marks an important first for Canada: the first-ever Gender Equality Week, a new opportunity every year to celebrate Canada’s progress on advancing gender equality, reflect on the work that remains, and recognize the countless benefits of gender equality for people of all genders. … Read more
Liberal MP Vance Badawey (Niagara Centre, Ont.) announced Solidarité des femmes et familles immigrantes francophones du Niagara (SOFIFRAN) will receive $269,582 in funding for their project, “Sécuriser les femmes du Niagara” (Securing women in the Niagara region). The full release is available online. Call 613-558-9795.
Status of Women Minister Maryam Monsef (Peterborough-Kawartha, Ont.) announced that Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters will receive $498,000 in federal funding for a project that will increase women’s participation in Canada’s manufacturing sector. “Untapped Potential: Attracting and Engaging Women in Canadian Manufacturing” is a three-year project that will work to attract and inspire more women and youth to pursue a career in … Read more
Status of Women Minister Maryam Monsef (Peterborough-Kawartha, Ont.) delivered a keynote address today at the tri-annual Sisters in the Brotherhood Conference in Las Vegas, NV, and meet with Canadian and American members of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America. She also meet with Congresswoman and House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi. The full release is available online. Call 613-558-9795.
Liberal MP Larry Bagnell (Yukon) announced the Yukon Status of Women Council is receiving $374,000 for the Yukon Advocate Case Review; a 36-month project focused on the problems women face when accessing Yukon’s legal system, specifically where sexual assault charges are involved. The full release is available online. Call 819-420-7044. Liberal MP René Arseneault (Madawaska–Restigouche, Que.) announced that Restigouche CBDC will receive $308,724 in funding … Read more
