Ottawa – Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, issued the following statement today for Women’s History Month: “We would not be where we are today without the women in Canada, past and present, who have worked tirelessly to advance the rights of women and promote gender equality. During October, we celebrate Women’s History Month as a …
Ottawa – During Sexual Health Week, Chief Public Health Officer of Canada Theresa Tam took opportunity to bring attention to the serious health risk posed by syphilis in Canada and the importance of early testing to change the recent upward trajectory in new cases. She said: “Canada, like many countries, has experienced an alarming increase in syphilis cases. In 2022, there were …
Ottawa – Every year in February, we mark Sexual Health Week in Canada to raise awareness and promote resources to improve sexual health. This year’s theme “Sexual Health is for Everyone” emphasizes that sexual health is an important part of our overall health, at all ages. We also know that 2SLGBTQI+, Indigenous, Black and racialized communities, people with disabilities, immigrants and migrants, …
Whitehorse – Mark Holland, Minister of Health, announced more than $1.1 million in funding through the HIV and Hepatitis C Community Action Fund (CAF) to support the work of community-based organizations addressing HIV, hepatitis C and other sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections (STBBI) in Whitehorse. STBBI are preventable, treatable and in many cases curable. However, these infections remain a significant …
Gatineau – Canada’s Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, Kamal Khera, together with Brazilian Minister of Racial Equality, Anielle Franco, issued the following statement: “The Governments of Canada and Brazil are committed to promoting inclusion and taking action against racism and discrimination. Both Brazil and Canada have incredibly diverse populations, which have been a distinctive strength for our …
North Okanagan – Every Canadian deserves to fully participate in all spheres of society, regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation. Too often, 2SLGBTQI+ communities face discrimination, violence, and barriers, which prevents them from actively participating in the social, political and economic aspects of society. Hedy Fry, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Centre, on behalf of Marci Ien, Minister for …
Quebec – Racism and discrimination are major obstacles to the fundamental rights of Canadians. The Government of Canada is committed to combatting racism and discrimination in all its forms and promoting equal opportunities for people to participate fully in Canadian society. Élisabeth Brière, Member of Parliament (Sherbrooke), announced $146,839 in funding for a project in l’Estrie region aimed at training …
Ottawa – The 2SLGBTQI+ communities face discrimination, violence, and barriers, which prevent them from participating in economic, social, and political aspects of life. Supporting 2SLGBTQI+ organizations helps build a safer, more equitable and inclusive Canada. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, joined by the Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, Marci Ien, today raised the Pride Flag on Parliamentary Hill …
