Women's Day

News Release March 8, 2023 Today, Deputy Mayor Jennifer McKelvie (Scarborough-Rouge Park) proclaimed March 8 as International Women's Day (IWD) in Toronto, ...

As the fourth largest city in North America, Toronto is a global leader in technology, finance, film, music, culture and innovation, and consistently places at the top of international rankings due to investments championed by its government, residents and businesses. “International Women’s Day reminds us that we must acknowledge and celebrate the achievements of women and raise each other up to create a more equitable society where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. The City recognizes there is still work to be done to achieve gender equity. “I am proud of the progress we have made so far on gender equity across sectors and in all spaces; progress that was earned by determined women throughout Canadian history. With 49 per cent of the City’s leadership roles occupied by women, ranging from Supervisor to Division Heads and above, the City is recognized as a top employer of women in Toronto. Yesterday, the City

"This was a wonderful opportunity to showcase the work being done in Saskatchewan to increase awareness and help end gender-based violence," Ross said. "I was ...

"International Women's Day is an opportunity to reflect on the many accomplished women in our province and around the world," Parks, Culture, Sport Minister and Minister Responsible for the Status of Women Office Laura Ross said. "This was a wonderful opportunity to showcase the work being done in Saskatchewan to increase awareness and help end gender-based violence," Ross said. Each year the ministry profiles women who are leading change in the province and breaking down barriers for others. Victoria Gagné is responsible for the Indigenous Women Entrepreneurship Program at the Clarence Campeau Development Fund. It was also top of mind with the Women Breaking Barriers Conference held earlier this month. #EmbraceEquity is the overarching theme for International Women's Day this year.

The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, issued the following statement:

Women-only language classes and support groups are in place and provide a safe and open space for newcomer women, in addition to services such as childcare, translation, interpretation, transportation and supports for persons with disabilities. I am dedicated to supporting the full and equal participation of all women and girls in Canadian society, especially newcomer women who have made and continue to make invaluable contributions to our country. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada “I am also proud of the funding provided to more than 570 service provider organizations in communities across Canada to deliver settlement services to newcomers, of which more than half are women. That’s why we’ve dedicated $15 million over the last 2 years to extending the This includes gender- and race-based discrimination, precarious or low-income employment, lack of affordable childcare and weak social supports.

Check against delivery Mr. Speaker, today is International Women's Day, an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of women, to raise awareness of gender ...

It is important to acknowledge the work that has been done and to honour and recognize women, 2SLGBTQIA+ people, allies and grassroots organizations who have gotten us here today. Speaker, Indigenous women are 3.5 times more likely to experience violence and we continue to hear reports of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and gender diverse peoples. We all have a duty to identify and disrupt the systems that allow this reality. While I feel great pride for the progress we have made, I must also acknowledge that women and 2SLGBTQIA+ people continue to experience daily discrimination due to the long-standing systems that do not serve them. Over the life of this Legislative Assembly, Northwest Territories’ voters have elected women in unprecedented numbers at all levels of government including Chiefs, Mayors, and Councilors. If we want to measure the success and importance of this program, we can simply look at all the elected women in this room right now, and all the elected women holding office across the NWT.

As Saskatchewan celebrates International Women's Day and the advances that have occurred for women in the province, there is still room to grow according to ...

“Our society is extremely lucky to have the amazing women participating at all the levels that we do,” Eyre said. In Regina, among the elected city councilors six are male and five are female. In Saskatoon, of the 10 city councilors, five are women marking a 50 per cent mix of male and female representatives. And in Regina, Sandra Masters was elected as the city’s first female mayor in 2020. “Things about whether or not I was going to have kids and whether that would interfere with me being an effective politician.” Despite the challenges, across Saskatchewan, many women have become heavily involved in politics.

MINISTER BENNETT: March 8th is International Women's Day, a time to celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women world-wide, ...

Today, and everyday, let us continue to advocate for gender equity in healthcare and support women in their pursuit of their best possible health and well being. MINISTER BENNETT: By addressing the unique health needs and challenges that women face, we can help ensure that every woman has the opportunity to thrive and live her best life. That is why we are investing in community organizations to help expand access to reproductive health information and services across the country.

'It's important to recognize our strength and what we bring to our communities as leaders,' Linda Rodenburg says at well-attended event in Orillia.

“We all have it,” she said. “I think honouring women and the work they do is life’s work.” “Having the opportunity to share in this with other women is fantastic.” “I think this day is really important,” she said. “Just look at the number of people here using the food bank,” she said. “I think that what we are talking about as a community right now is how we can really lean into overcoming our biases to become an inclusive community,” she said.

Nearly 200 women gathered in LaSalle Wednesday evening for an annual charitable gala in honour of International Women's Day.

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The Ontario Hockey League is proud to highlight women's contributions from across the league for their dedication, leadership and achievements made on and off ...

MSB: My favourite parts about being a member of the Sudbury Wolves is the fans, the staff I have been surrounded with over the past 12 years and being able to give back to the community in different ways. I love the excitement of the game, and what the teams mean to the community. AC: My interest in working in the sports industry started only a couple of years back. The challenge of trying to apply my hospitality knowledge to this industry was intriguing and to start a new position that I could truly embrace and recreate the role. SF: By getting to work with young hockey players, we have the opportunity to be a positive influence and demonstrate that women have just as much of a role to play. SF: I really love the strong connections I get to make with all of the members of our organization, from the other women in our front office, to the players and hockey ops staff. CM: My favourite part of working with the London Knights Hockey Club, is that I was able to remain and work for my home town team! LM: Being a part of the first ever OHL Outdoor Doubleheader game at Comerica Park in Detroit in December 2013. I enjoyed the atmosphere so much as a fan I wanted to help bring that same kind of joy and excitement to other fans! JL: My proudest professional achievement is being one of the few women to become a Head Athletic Therapist in the OHL. AW: I think its so important for young women to see women in all aspects of the game and various positions throughout the league. My favorite part about being a member of the Firebirds is seeing people’s dreams come true, and also having the ability to learn almost anything when it comes to the sports industry.

In 1908, 15,000 women marched in New York to demand better wage equity and the right to vote, from which, a year later, the Socialist Party of America called ...

As Patricia and I stepped out of the bus where it stopped in the city, a chap came up to us with flowers in his hands and gave us each one, wishing us warmly happy International Women’s Day. If the parents are racist, homophobic, ableist – all that – the children will adopt those values and struggle to lose them later on when such attitudes are seen to be untenable. Some of those ideas have been knocked on the head by the MeToo movement, and it was a long time coming. Yet, we live in times where the legislation struggles behind reality, the safe houses for women fleeing abuse are full, and the level of trafficking is still solid. In 1908, 15,000 women marched in New York to demand better wage equity and the right to vote, from which, a year later, the Socialist Party of America called for National Women’s Day. 8, and I certainly hope that every man in town made a point of giving a lady a flower, regardless of their relationship.