The Canadian Women Voters Congress applauds a new Canadian political reality. Four women are serving as provincial premiers. Never before in Canadian history have females been at the helm of four of our 13 provinces and territories.
These women are Alison Redford (Alberta), Christy Clark (British Columbia), Eva Aariak (Nunavut) and Kathy Dunderdale (Newfoundland). Alison Redford and Christy Clark became premier after winning internal party elections. Eva Aariak was selected premier by Nunavut’s legislative assembly, and Kathy Dunderdale won the vote of the Newfoundland public. As well, the federal New Democratic party is led, on an interim basis, by Nycole Turmel of Québec.
Like the Canadian women they seek to represent, these new leaders are diverse. They represent the Liberal, Conservative and New Democratic Parties and Eva Aariak is an independent. They have backgrounds as journalists, lawyers, teachers, small business owners, city councilors and union activists. Some have worked overseas; others have extensive experience serving local communities and organizations. They include women with children and grandchildren.
Although much work remains to be done, these women are a source of inspiration for us all. Congratulations Alison, Christy, Eva and Kathy – you are proof that women can successfully lead political parties and land the provincial top job.
Welcome to New Board Members Shirley Anne Claydon and Jennifer Gervès-Keen We are pleased to welcome two accomplished and experienced board members to the Canadian Women Voters Congress. Shirley Anne Claydon has been active in the Canadian arts community for over 25 years. She graduated with honours from Simon Fraser University’s School of Contemporary Arts,…
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Municipal Campaign School, November 6 We are pleased to report that our Municipal Campaign School on Saturday, November 6, was a great success. The Mayor of Vancouver, Gregor Robertson, welcomed students and guests at the opening reception at Vancouver City Hall. Several current members of our city’s governing boards are graduates of the Women’s Campaign…
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Women’s Leadership Forum for Persons Day, October 16 Thank you to all those who attended and supported us! On Saturday, October 16th, the Canadian Women Voters Congress, along with a diverse group of women, celebrated Persons Day – the day that women were declared ‘persons’ in Canada – with a Leadership Forum at SFU at Harbour…
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Announcing the Municipal Campaign School for Women Municipal elections are just over one year away for communities in British Columbia. To help you prepare, the Canadian Women Voters Congress is hosting a one-day campaign school with a specific focus on municipal politics. Whether you want to work on a campaign, or run for office, this…
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Women’s Leadership Forum for Persons Day The speakers are lined up, the on-line registration is open, and we’re ready to celebrate Persons Day. Join us on Saturday, October 16, 2010 in downtown Vancouver at SFU at Harbour Centre to celebrate Persons Day – the day that women were declared ‘persons’ in Canada. Opening and closing…
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Women’s Leadership Forum for Persons Day Join us, MC Penny Priddy, and keynote speaker Shushma Datt, to celebrate Persons Day – the day that women were declared ‘persons’ in Canada – with a full-day educational event on Saturday, October 16, 2010 in downtown Vancouver at SFU at Harbour Centre. This will be an exciting opportunity for…
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Urban Nights – Friday, June 4th Come and join the Canadian Women Voters Congress and BC Youth Parliament on Friday, June 4 at Heritage Hall for ‘Urban Nights’, a fundraiser for the Women’s Campaign School. Urban Nights will be an evening of wine and cheese, wonderful guest speakers, music and a silent and live auction….
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Urban Nights Fundraiser – Tickets available now! The Canadian Women Voters Congress and BC Youth Parliament announce Urban Nights Join us for a fundraising evening in support of the Canadian Women Voters Congress, with special guest, Christy Clark, host of the “Christy Clark Show” on CKNW and YWCA Woman of Distinction in 2009. The evening…
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Urban Nights – Save the Date! Mark your calendar for Friday, June 4. We are partnering with BC Youth Parliament to hold a wine and cheese party and fundraiser at Heritage Hall, in Vancouver. All proceeds will go to our Women’s Campaign School and BC Youth Parliament’s Camp Phoenix. Tickets are now available — they…
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