Month: October 2023

Together for Equality Government Strategy for Gender Equality Toward 2021 This 4-year strategic plan contains elements from the previous government policy on gender equality as well as a more operational component, including strategic objectives and concrete action plans. Credit: Secrétariat à la condition féminine Government of Québec Date: 2017 For more information on this resource […]

Quebec Government Strategies for Gender Equality 2022‑2027

Quebec Government Strategies for Gender Equality 2022‑2027 This five-year strategic plan, covering the time period of 2022-2027, was developed to replace the expiring strategic plan entitled Government Strategy for Gender Equality: Toward 2021. This new strategic plan was developed after a substantial consultation process to seek the public’s input on how best to achieve gender […]

Women and Gender Equality Canada 2023–24 Departmental Plan

Women and Gender Equality Canada 2023–24 Departmental Plan Consistent with the Department for Women and Gender Equality Act, “the Government of Canada is committed to advancing gender equality through policies and programs that are compatible with Canada’s international obligations and take into account sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression.” The Government of Canada […]

Women and Gender Equality Canada 2022–23 Departmental Plan

Women and Gender Equality Canada 2022–23 Departmental Plan The Government of Canada is investing in and taking action to address persistent gender inequalities that affect all people in Canada. To make progress towards a country where people of all genders are equal in every way and can achieve their full potential, in 2022-23 Women and […]

ScienceUpFirst Allyship Resources

ScienceUpFirst Allyship Resources Being an ally is a continuous process and it certainly doesn’t stop when we are at work! This resource is in support of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Credit: CASC View

Better Allies Website

Better Allies Website Everyday actions and resources for allies to create inclusive, engaging workplaces. Credit: Karen Catlin View

Pathways for engaging men & boys in gender justice Website

Pathways for engaging men & boys in gender justice Website The Pathways community strives to create a Canada where men & boys are actively engaged in the promotion of gender equality and violence prevention. To fulfil this vision we are bringing together existing practitioners of this work and emerging leaders who want to do more […]

Why “boys will be boys” is a myth—and a harmful one at that

Why “boys will be boys” is a myth—and a harmful one at that “Boys will be boys.” It’s a phrase that’s often used to describe the mischievous, competitive, or aggressive behaviour of some boys and men. However, when we use this phrase, we may not realize that we’re helping to perpetuate a stereotype. In an […]

Video – Violence against women—it’s a men’s issue