Period Products
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Period inflation? Why more workplaces are being urged to offer free pads, tamponsA majority of Canadians who menstruate say period products are over-priced in the country with 23 per cent saying they’re 'very expensive,' a recent survey shows.HealthJun 13, 2023
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Free menstrual products will be available at federal workplaces later this yearStarting in December, federally regulated workplaces will be required to make pads and tampons available at no cost to public servants.CanadaMay 10, 2023
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Toxic chemicals in period underwear? What to know as U.S.-based Thinx settles lawsuitNew York-based brand Thinx has settled a US$5-million lawsuit that alleged the company had misled customers about its products being free of harmful chemicals.HealthJan 23, 2023
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Free menstrual products available in City of Mississauga operated facilities by end of OctoberThe City of Mississauga tells Global News that the free menstrual product dispensing machines will be stocked with both pads and tampons.CanadaSep 27, 2022
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Manitoba’s menstrual product plan will reduce stigma, financial barriers, minister saysRochelle Squires announced a plan Thursday to put period products in schools, domestic violence shelters and resource centres, reducing stigma and financial strain.HealthSep 15, 2022
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National menstrual equity pilot project included in federal budgetOver six months since the Liberals committed to creating a menstrual equity fund, the federal government has proposed the pilot project in its 2022 budget.EconomyApr 8, 2022
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Free period products to be available in Edmonton Catholic schoolsEdmonton Catholic schools will soon have free period products installed in all washrooms.EducationMar 8, 2022
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Ontario student and youth groups call for free menstrual products on post-secondary campusesStudent unions and youth advocacy groups in Ontario are calling on the provincial government to ensure free menstrual products are made available on all post-secondary campuses.CanadaMar 8, 2022
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Edmonton will provide free menstrual products in city buildings by June 16Before June 16, free menstrual products will be available in City of Edmonton-owned building washrooms.ConsumerApr 9, 2021
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Point Douglas councillor leading charge for free menstrual products in City of Winnipeg buildingsCoun. Vivian Santos introduced a motion that passed unanimously at the Standing Policy Committee, asking for a report on the costs associated with providing free period products.HealthMar 18, 2021
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