Documents from the Privy Council Office obtained through the access-to-information law, show that as of last year, 55.5 per cent of appointees to federal agencies, boards and organizations were women, slightly above their proportion in the Canadian population. Continue reading
The city plans to seek public feedback on its ideas this year before implementing a women and gender equity strategy in 2020. Continue reading
Having more women in government advances population health, two Canadian researchers say. Continue reading
MarieChantal Chassé, who is new to politics, was first elected when the CAQ swept a majority victory on Oct. 1. She will stay on as an MNA for Châteauguay. Continue reading
Pushing for parity: An Edmonton group is encouraging more women to put their names on the ballot for Alberta’s 2019 election. Continue reading
Cité Elle Cityoennes included roundtable discussions and talks by city officials on how to improve the role of women in municipal politics. Continue reading
Quebec elected a record number of women in Monday’s election, reflecting a trend on the continent toward greater female involvement in politics. Continue reading
Of the province’s 125 ridings, a total of 52 are now held by women. Continue reading
The percentage of women seeking office in Quebec’s fall election has jumped to 40 per cent, the highest in the province’s history. Continue reading
In 2014, 71 women and 149 men ran for office in New Brunswick. Only eight of those women were elected, making up 16.3 per cent of the legislature. Continue reading