News Release Removing employment barriers for immigrant women The governments of Alberta and Canada are increasing access to jobs for immigrant women in the province’s growing licensed child-care sector. Access to safe, good quality and affordable child care is critical to ensuring Alberta parents can return to work and foster economic growth in the province. … Continue reading
NEWS RELEASE iWantTFC presents special selections of movies and series this March to celebrate Women’s History Month SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Three years ago, Pope Francis said, “Women make the world beautiful; they protect it and keep it alive”, as part of his remarks on International Women’s Day on March 8. The pontiff also urged … Continue reading
Vice Presidential aspirant Sara Duterte says women are good community partners especially in driving a lively economy. Duterte was in Guiguinto, Bulacan to celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8, along with Presidential candidate Bongbong Marcos and UniTeam senatorial bets. (HNP photo) GUIGUINTO, Bulacan – Vice Presidential aspirant Sara Duterte on Tuesday honored Filipino women and recalled the bravery … Continue reading
By Azer Parrocha President Rodrigo Roa Duterte (File photo) MANILA – The Philippines can “do more” to advance gender equality and women empowerment, President Rodrigo Roa Duterte said on Tuesday. In his International Women’s Day message, Duterte said he is proud of the Philippines’ distinction as a “shining beacon” of gender equality and women empowerment in the … Continue reading
News Release Alberta women are still fighting for gender equality this IWD – paid sick days are an important step forward From wages at work to the amount of unpaid care work they do in their formal jobs and at home, COVID-19 has only made the struggles for women in Alberta worse Edmonton – The past year … Continue reading
International Women’s Day: Minister Aheer Minister of Culture, Multiculturalism and Status of Women Leela Sharon Aheer issued the following statement on International Women’s Day: “On International Women’s Day, we join countries around the world to celebrate women and all of their accomplishments.“Alberta has a strong history of women paving the way for future generations. We … Continue reading
Statement by the Prime Minister on Women’s History MonthOctober 1, 2020Ottawa, Ontario The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement for Women’s History Month: “Women have contributed enormously to making Canada the country we know today. During Women’s History Month, we celebrate the significant achievements of women and girls, but also reflect on the … Continue reading
News Release Government applauds gender equality in business Stephanie McLean, Minister of Status of Women, has issued the following statement in response to a decision by the Alberta Securities Commission: “I am so pleased that the Alberta Securities Commission adopted new ‘disclose or explain’ rules that can help increase the number of Alberta women in … Continue reading
News Release Women’s Advocacy Voice of Edmonton Announces Members May 15, 2014 City Council has appointed members of the Women’s Advocacy Voice of Edmonton (WAVE), the City’s first women’s advisory group. With a focus on three key areas: engagement through networking, leadership through mentorship and learning from best practices, WAVE will work to ensure women’s rights, issues … Continue reading
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