Women and Gender Equality Canada

Committed to advancing equality with respect to sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression through the inclusion of people of all genders, including women, in Canada's economic, social, and political life.

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Services and information

Commemorations and celebrations

Celebrate women’s achievements, our 2SLGBTQI+ communities, the progress Canada has made towards advancing gender equality, and remember the victims and survivors of gender-based violence.

Gender-based Analysis Plus

Learn what Gender-based Analysis Plus (GBA Plus) is, how it affects you and the role of the Government of Canada in implementing it.

Funding

Explore Women and Gender Equality Canada's funding opportunities and access useful resources as a potential or existing funded organization.

Gender-based violence

Learn about the federal strategy It’s Time: Canada’s Strategy to Prevent and Address Gender-based Violence and access information, resources and research related to gender-based violence.

2SLGBTQI+

Information and resources related to the Government of Canada's work to improve equality for 2SLGBTQI+ communities through the promotion of human rights and the development of inclusive federal policies, programs and laws.

Gender equality

Learn about the Government of Canada’s actions to advance gender equality, and build a more prosperous, equitable and inclusive future that works for everyone.

Indigenous Women's Circle

Learn more about the strong leaders and experts who are part of this advisory forum.

Equality Matters newsletter

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