October 12, 2023 – Calgary, Alberta — Women and Gender Equality Canada Living a life free from violence is a fundamental human right, unfortunately gender‑based violence (GBV) continues to be a significant barrier to achieving gender equality in Canada. It is one of the most pervasive, deadly, and deeply rooted human rights violations of our…

October 12, 2023 – Calgary, Alberta Today, Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE) announced funding for eight organizations under the Call for Proposals to Address Gender-based Violence Through Promising Practices and Community-based Research. The following seven organizations received funding to develop, put in place, and evaluate promising practices to strengthen the gender-based violence sector: Sanare…

October 12, 2023 – Calgary, Alberta — Women and Gender Equality Canada Gender-based violence costs women and gender-diverse people their lives and has profound effects on our communities. Understanding and addressing gender-based violence is a crucial step to advancing gender equality in Canada. Today, Lisa Hepfner, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Women and Gender…

October 13, 2023 – Calgary, Alberta – Public Services and Procurement Canada The Government of Canada is taking meaningful action on its Greening Government Strategy commitment to power federal buildings with 100% renewable electricity and support Indigenous business by encouraging renewable electricity projects. We are leading by example by reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and aiming towards…

Laraine Orthlieb became the first female flag officer and eventually retired with the rank of Commodore      October 13, 2023                                   Calgary, Alberta                                              Parks Canada The Government of Canada is committed to sharing the stories of the people, places, and events who have contributed to our country’s rich and diverse heritage.   On…