When is International Women's Day

2023 - 3 - 8

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Statement by the Prime Minister on International Women's Day (Prime Minister of Canada)

Each and every day, women and girls help shape Canada into a fairer and stronger country. As we mark International Women's Day, we celebrate and recognize ...

Canada is committed to supporting the efforts of women leaders and feminist groups that work tirelessly and bravely to promote peace and protect the rights of women and vulnerable groups, including through the [Women’s Voice and Leadership program](https://www.international.gc.ca/world-monde/issues_development-enjeux_developpement/gender_equality-egalite_des_genres/wvl_projects-projets_vlf.aspx?lang=eng) and the co-creation of the Alliance for Feminist Movements. [Canada’s Feminist International Assistance Policy](https://www.international.gc.ca/world-monde/issues_development-enjeux_developpement/priorities-priorites/policy-politique.aspx?lang=eng) continues to guide our efforts to advance gender equality around the world. By enabling more women, especially mothers, to participate in the workforce, and by advocating for gender parity at the management level through programs like the [50 – 30 Challenge](https://ised-isde.canada.ca/site/ised/en/50-30-challenge-your-diversity-advantage), we build better futures for everyone. In addition, we launched the [Women Entrepreneurship Strategy](https://ised-isde.canada.ca/site/women-entrepreneurship-strategy/en), which has provided funding to address systemic barriers to women’s equality and advance their full and equal participation in the economy through greater access to financing, mentorship, and training. “When we invest in empowering women and girls, we help entire families, communities, and societies succeed. “This year’s theme, Every Woman Counts, is a reminder that all women, from all ages and walks of life, have a place in every aspect of Canadian society.

Premier's, parliamentary secretary's statement on International ... (BC Gov News)

Premier David Eby and Kelli Paddon, Parliamentary Secretary for Gender Equity, have issued the following statement for International Women's Day:

Our government is also moving forward with legislation to address the non-consensual sharing of intimate images, which is a form of malicious and exploitative sexualized violence. “These past few years have reinforced that we are all in this together. “We are also delivering on our commitment to make prescription contraception free for all B.C. “We continue to expand access to affordable child care, which has allowed more women to join the workforce. “We have a long history of incredible women who have worked hard to make our society better and more welcoming for everyone. Women were disproportionately affected by the economic challenges of the pandemic and many also faced increases in gender-based violence during the crisis — a serious issue that persists.

International Women's Day 2023 (Fraser Health Authority)

Today, we are highlighting and celebrating stories of women who provide exceptional, person-centred, compassionate care, who champion healthy aging, who drive ...

NDP statement on International Women's Day 2023 (ndp.ca)

Canada's NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh issued the following statement: “International Women's Day celebrates the amazing contributions of women, girls, trans women, ...

We will not rest until all 231 Calls for Justice identified by the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls are implemented. This includes fighting against the poisonous spread of misogyny and transphobia. On this day we also reassert our commitment to tear down the barriers and systemic discrimination these women and non-binary people still face in 2023.

Comment: For women, still a long way to go, despite our progress (Times Colonist)

Although women now represent half of the labour force, fewer than five per cent of Canadian companies have a woman CEO. Katharine Lake Berz about 6 hours ago ...

She then researched to discover that only 20 per cent of first-year university engineering and physics students are female. Canada needs to equalize its educational opportunities to develop its best possible pool of talent. I thought I would be part of a client team. Instead, I was advised to wear higher heels, darker colours and only skirts above the knee. Instead, I learned which clients to avoid in the evenings. But as early as Grade 3, considerably fewer girls report they “like” math than boys.

Statement on International Women's Day (Green Party of Ontario)

QUEEN'S PARK — Ontario Greens leader and MPP for Guelph Mike Schreiner released the following statement to mark International Women's Day.

And making policy decisions that advance the social, economic and political rights of women every day, here at Queen’s Park.” That begins with dropping the court appeal of Bill 124. They deserve to be treated with respect and dignity.

NDP says more inclusion needed as we celebrate International ... (101.5 The Hawk)

The opposition party says “when we embrace equity, we build communities and workplaces that include more women and gender diverse people that are stronger and ...

This year’s theme of Embracing Equity has many meanings to many groups and acknowledges the work still to come on building workplaces and communities that are more equitable and inclusive.” It’s also a time to raise awareness of the progress made towards achieving gender equality and the work that still remains to be done. The opposition party says “when we embrace equity, we build communities and workplaces that include more women and gender diverse people that are stronger and healthier for everyone.”