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Cision Canada
7 days ago
- Health
- Cision Canada
Statement to mark Menstrual Hygiene Day Français
OTTAWA, ON, May 28, 2025 /CNW/ - The Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), made the following statement on Menstrual Hygiene Day. "Menstrual Hygiene Day is a reminder that we must always tackle the stigma around menstruation – and the very real impact that period poverty has on people's lives. Menstrual equity also has an important impact on the economy, as period poverty can affect workforce participation, contribute to absenteeism, and limit productivity. For instance, 15% of people in Canada who menstruate say their inability to afford menstrual products holds them back from participating in daily activities, such as attending school or work. Through Food Banks Canada we are running the Menstrual Equity Fund pilot to address barriers to accessing menstrual products. This initiative is dedicated to ensuring that menstruation is never a barrier to education or employment. This Menstrual Hygiene Day let's help raise awareness on what menstrual equity really means. Let's keep pushing to end period poverty in Canada. Join the conversation online by using #MHDay2025 and help challenge taboos and make menstrual health a priority." Follow Women and Gender Equality Canada:
Associated Press
17-05-2025
- Health
- Associated Press
Statement by Minister Rechie Valdez on the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia
GATINEAU, QC, May 17, 2025 /CNW/ - Today, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), issued the following statement on International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia: 'Every Canadian deserves the freedom to live a safe and healthy life, regardless of who they are or who they love. On International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia, we reiterate our commitment in working with 2SLGBTQI+ communities to combat the stigma, discrimination, and violence they experience. This year's international theme, The power of communities, reflects the strength and resilience within 2SLGBTQI+ communities. Through the Federal 2SLGBTQI+ Action Plan, we support those working to protect rights and advance equality for 2SLGBTQI+ communities. In addition, Canada's Action Plan on Combatting Hate will reduce the spread of hateful rhetoric and discrimination, helping to ensure that all marginalized communities are safer, and more respected. Through this Action Plan, 11 projects have received up to $8.4 million to combat hate toward 2SLGBTQI+ communities, and $3 million has been allocated in 2023-2025 to protect the safety of 2SLGBTQI+ people during Pride events. By harnessing the power of communities, we will achieve lasting change where everyone, regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation, is treated with dignity and respect.' Follow Women and Gender Equality Canada: SOURCE Women and Gender Equality Canada
Cision Canada
17-05-2025
- Health
- Cision Canada
Statement by Minister Rechie Valdez on the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia Français
GATINEAU, QC, May 17, 2025 /CNW/ - Today, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), issued the following statement on International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia: "Every Canadian deserves the freedom to live a safe and healthy life, regardless of who they are or who they love. On International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia, we reiterate our commitment in working with 2SLGBTQI+ communities to combat the stigma, discrimination, and violence they experience. This year's international theme, The power of communities, reflects the strength and resilience within 2SLGBTQI+ communities. Through the Federal 2SLGBTQI+ Action Plan, we support those working to protect rights and advance equality for 2SLGBTQI+ communities. In addition, Canada's Action Plan on Combatting Hate will reduce the spread of hateful rhetoric and discrimination, helping to ensure that all marginalized communities are safer, and more respected. Through this Action Plan, 11 projects have received up to $8.4 million to combat hate toward 2SLGBTQI+ communities, and $3 million has been allocated in 2023-2025 to protect the safety of 2SLGBTQI+ people during Pride events. By harnessing the power of communities, we will achieve lasting change where everyone, regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation, is treated with dignity and respect." Follow Women and Gender Equality Canada:
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Statement by Minister Rechie Valdez on the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia
GATINEAU, QC, May 17, 2025 /CNW/ - Today, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), issued the following statement on International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia: "Every Canadian deserves the freedom to live a safe and healthy life, regardless of who they are or who they love. On International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia, we reiterate our commitment in working with 2SLGBTQI+ communities to combat the stigma, discrimination, and violence they experience. This year's international theme, The power of communities, reflects the strength and resilience within 2SLGBTQI+ communities. Through the Federal 2SLGBTQI+ Action Plan, we support those working to protect rights and advance equality for 2SLGBTQI+ communities. In addition, Canada's Action Plan on Combatting Hate will reduce the spread of hateful rhetoric and discrimination, helping to ensure that all marginalized communities are safer, and more respected. Through this Action Plan, 11 projects have received up to $8.4 million to combat hate toward 2SLGBTQI+ communities, and $3 million has been allocated in 2023-2025 to protect the safety of 2SLGBTQI+ people during Pride events. By harnessing the power of communities, we will achieve lasting change where everyone, regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation, is treated with dignity and respect." Follow Women and Gender Equality Canada: Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram YouTube SOURCE Women and Gender Equality Canada View original content:
Cision Canada
13-05-2025
- Health
- Cision Canada
SOGC Congratulates New Cabinet, Urges Action on Women's Health Français
OTTAWA, ON, May 13, 2025 /CNW/ - The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada (SOGC) congratulates Prime Minister and Canada's newly sworn-in Cabinet. We look forward to working with the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, and the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister for Women and Gender Equality, to make women's health a cornerstone of Canada's future. Women's health is not a side issue — it's central to economic growth, workforce participation and national resilience. If Canada wants to unlock the full potential of its population and lead in the new economy, it must invest in the health of half its population. The SOGC is ready to help implement the government's 2025 platform commitments on women's health, including: continuing to make contraception free for all Canadian women through pharmacare; the rollout of a new national IVF program and improved postpartum and maternal care. To help fulfil the government's pledge to improve women's health data, the SOGC calls for a National Dashboard on Women's Health. Canada lacks a national framework to track key indicators like pregnancy outcomes, stillbirths, maternal mortality and chronic conditions. A dashboard developed with provinces and territories would help highlight obscured disparities and identify areas in need of targeted investment, especially for groups most often underserved in the health system, including Black and Indigenous women and newcomers to Canada. The SOGC also hopes to work with government to expand public coverage of menopause hormone therapy and reduce significant wait times for maternal care and gynaecologic and obstetric surgeries through scaled up tech-enabled care, AI solutions and pan-Canadian licensure for care providers. "We want to help build a health system that works for all women, no matter their background, income or where they live. As a trusted voice in women's health, the SOGC is eager to work alongside the new government. We're ready to bring our clinical, research and educational expertise to the table to help shape policies that truly reflect the needs and lived experiences of women across Canada." – Dr. Lynn Murphy-Kaulbeck, President, Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada
