16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence

Taxpayers' Ombudsperson requests the Canada Revenue Agency take more action to assist Canadians fleeing abuse or violence

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Thursday, December 8, 2022
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Last year, the Ombudsperson requested that the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) improve the information it provides to those in an abusive or violent situation .

Key Points: 
  • Last year, the Ombudsperson requested that the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) improve the information it provides to those in an abusive or violent situation .
  • On November 25, 2022, the Ombudspersonrequested that the CRA assist Canadians facing gender-based violence in its many forms.
  • There are many different resources the Government of Canada provides to assist those facing gender-based violence; however, they are not centralized.
  • The Office of the Taxpayers' Ombudsperson works independently from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).

Philanthropic leaders join Biden-Harris Administration initiative to advance global democracy by investing in worker rights

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Thursday, December 8, 2022
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The U.S. government has committed approximately $130 million to M-POWER, the largest commitment it's ever made to advance workers' rights globally.

Key Points: 
  • The U.S. government has committed approximately $130 million to M-POWER, the largest commitment it's ever made to advance workers' rights globally.
  • The governments of Argentina, Canada, Germany, South Africa and Spain have joined the U.S. in this initiative to promote worker rights worldwide.
  • "At Fundacin Avina we are committed to advancing the rights of workers, especially those in the most vulnerable conditions, across sectors and supply chains.
  • The Funders Organized for Rights in the Global Economy (FORGE) donor collaborative unites leading foundations to advance a global economy that works for all people and the planet, shaped by and accountable to worker- and community-led movements.

EYES ON IRAN ART ACTIVATION FACES THE U.N. IN NEW YORK

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Monday, November 28, 2022
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Timed for the U.N. initiative, 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence , the installations are focused on the power of collective sight, with eyes facing the U.N., signifying the worlds eyes on Iran.

Key Points: 
  • Timed for the U.N. initiative, 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence , the installations are focused on the power of collective sight, with eyes facing the U.N., signifying the worlds eyes on Iran.
  • 'Eyes in the Sky' flying billboards featuring artworks by Thomas and Mostala will fly on December 3 in New York City and on November 28 and 30 in Miami.
  • Eyes on Iran aims to amplify the mission of Woman, Life, Freedom , a campaign demanding that the Islamic Republic of Iran is removed from the Commission on the Status of Women.
  • 'Eyes on Iran' is our response to their call for a free Iran."

On International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, Minister of Labour visits Trucking HR Canada for an update on their Workplace Harassment and Violence Prevention Fund project

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Friday, November 25, 2022
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These resources were developed as part of a Workplace Harassment and Violence Prevention Fund project, which received close to $2.7 million in funding.

Key Points: 
  • These resources were developed as part of a Workplace Harassment and Violence Prevention Fund project, which received close to $2.7 million in funding.
  • I want to thank Trucking HR Canada for taking concrete steps to end harassment and gender-based violence within the industry.
  • The Workplace Harassment and Violence Prevention Fund aims to guide culture change around harassment and violence in federally regulated workplaces.
  • Through the Workplace Opportunities: Removing Barriers to Equity program, Trucking HR Canada received funding to launch two projects, both entitled Trucking Workplace Opportunities.

AngeLink Partners with Girl Up to Raise Funds for 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence

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Monday, November 21, 2022
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NAPLES, Fla., Nov. 21, 2022  /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- AngeLink, the female-powered social crowdfunding platform developing a global community for women seeking trusted fundraising, announced their partnership with Girl Up, an initiative hosted by the UN Foundation, aligned with UN Women's 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign running from November 25 through December 10, 2022. Throughout this campaign, the AngeLink crowdfunding platform will help Girl Up Clubs and supporters raise awareness for the elimination and prevention of gender-based violence and fundraise to provide Girl Up's gender-based violence curriculum, leadership development programs, and events free to youth around the world.

Key Points: 
  • We are thrilled to have a lead role in promoting Girl Up's campaign during 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence through this campaign."
  • The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence is an annual international campaign that kicks off on 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs until 10 December, Human Rights Day.
  • "At Girl Up, we're developing transformative leaders who advance gender justice worldwide," said Melissa Kilby, Executive Director of Girl Up.
  • AngeLink and Girl Up will promote the 16 Days of Activism Campaign across all social media platforms, community mailing lists, websites, and blogs.

Prime Minister strengthens ties with the French-speaking world at the Sommet de la Francophonie

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Sunday, November 20, 2022
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At the Sommet de la Francophonie, Prime Minister Trudeau reaffirmed Canada's commitment to remaining a strong partner for fellow Francophonie members and governments and continuing to support La Francophonie's institutions.

Key Points: 
  • At the Sommet de la Francophonie, Prime Minister Trudeau reaffirmed Canada's commitment to remaining a strong partner for fellow Francophonie members and governments and continuing to support La Francophonie's institutions.
  • At the Summit, the Prime Minister reiterated Canada's commitment to promote democracy and human rights in Francophonie countries and around the world.
  • This is the third Sommet de la Francophonie attended by Prime Minister Trudeau.
  • This was the 18th Sommet de la Francophonie, and the first to be held in four years.

Data Highlights the Quantitative Detection of Neutralizing Activity Against Multiple SARS-CoV-2 Variants in Less Than 20 Minute Q-NAb Test

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Tuesday, September 20, 2022
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The poster presentation is titled "Ultra-fast Quantitative Detection of Neutralizing Activity Against Multiple SARS-CoV-2 Variants".

Key Points: 
  • The poster presentation is titled "Ultra-fast Quantitative Detection of Neutralizing Activity Against Multiple SARS-CoV-2 Variants".
  • "Today, measurement of the neutralizing antibody response to COVID-19 vaccines requires live virus testing in a BSL-3 laboratory.
  • "AMDI is proud to present performance data on its first product, the Q-NAb test.
  • The ability to routinely measure quantitative neutralization activity in a sample has important research utility and may be important in patient management.

Remembering Yesterday, Envisioning Tomorrow: A Call to Men Commemorates Twenty Years of Promoting Healthy, Respectful Masculinity

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Wednesday, September 14, 2022
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In honor of this organizational milestone, A Call to Men will host a breakfast at the Bryant Park Grill in New York City.

Key Points: 
  • In honor of this organizational milestone, A Call to Men will host a breakfast at the Bryant Park Grill in New York City.
  • "We are humbled to mark the 20th anniversary of A Call to Men," says A Call to Men's Chief Executive Officer, Tony Porter.
  • "Twenty years ago, the vision was simply to host a conference, but the women in our communities had a bigger vision for us.
  • A Call to Men is a non-profit organization working to transform society and end gender-based violence by promoting healthy, respectful manhood.

Amnesty International Canada announces winners of 2021-2022 Media Awards

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Wednesday, September 14, 2022
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The winners will accept their awards during a virtual ceremony at 7:30 pm ET/4:30 pm PT on Wednesday, October 12, to be streamed on Amnesty International Canadas Facebook page .

Key Points: 
  • The winners will accept their awards during a virtual ceremony at 7:30 pm ET/4:30 pm PT on Wednesday, October 12, to be streamed on Amnesty International Canadas Facebook page .
  • She won an Amnesty Media Award for her December 2020 expos on the high rate of worker injuries at Amazon warehouses in Canada.
  • Cory Ruf is Amnesty International Canadas Media Officer, a former journalist, and a past recipient of an Amnesty Media Award.
  • John Tackaberry served as Amnesty International Canadas Media Officer for more than 20 years and worked for many years as a journalist before that.

LOVE YOU by Shoppers Drug Mart™ donates $300,000 in support of Women's Shelters Canada

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Tuesday, September 13, 2022
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Shoppers Drug Mart is committed to putting women's health first through the LOVE YOU by Shoppers Drug Mart program, celebrating its 11th anniversary this year.

Key Points: 
  • Shoppers Drug Mart is committed to putting women's health first through the LOVE YOU by Shoppers Drug Mart program, celebrating its 11th anniversary this year.
  • That's why the LOVE YOU by Shoppers Drug Mart program raises funds to help support women's health, women's mental health and women's shelters focusing on local needs and organizations.
  • Since 2011, the LOVE YOU by Shoppers Drug Mart program has supported on average more than 450 women's charities annually across Canada, thanks to the unwavering support of Canadians from coast to coast.
  • The company is the licensor of full-service retail drug stores operating under the name Shoppers Drug Mart (Pharmaprix in Qubec).