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New Resources Available to Increase Inclusivity & Acceptance in Canada’s Places of Worship from Rainbow Faith and Freedom

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Monday, March 11, 2024
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The second phase of this project, Beyond Tolerance: Understanding and Promoting 2SLGBTQ+ Inclusivity in Ontario’s Places of Worship, seeks to provide houses of worships of all faiths with tools and resources to incorporate inclusion into their congregations and communities.

Key Points: 
  • The second phase of this project, Beyond Tolerance: Understanding and Promoting 2SLGBTQ+ Inclusivity in Ontario’s Places of Worship, seeks to provide houses of worships of all faiths with tools and resources to incorporate inclusion into their congregations and communities.
  • These modules include Understanding Faith-Based 2SLGBTQ+ Discrimination, From Exclusion to Inclusion: Mixed Messaging and the Dangers of Uncertainty, and Towards Affirmation: Promising Practice for 2SLGBTQ+ Inclusion.
  • These tools and resources are now/will soon be available to places of worship of any faith across Ontario/Canada.
  • Rainbow Faith and Freedom (RFF) is a Toronto-based charity that directly confronts and works to end religious-based discrimination to make the world safer for 2SLGBTQ+ people and their allies.

Project by UN Global Compact Network Canada Exposes Gender-Based and Systemic Barriers that Hinder Canadian Women's Ability to Respond to Crises

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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The "Accelerating Systemic Change" project exposed fault lines in Canada including gender-based and systemic barriers which hinder women's ability to effectively respond to crises which are disproportionately affecting them.

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  • The "Accelerating Systemic Change" project exposed fault lines in Canada including gender-based and systemic barriers which hinder women's ability to effectively respond to crises which are disproportionately affecting them.
  • "'Accelerating Systemic Change' revealed that Canadian women faced a triple burden during the COVID-19 pandemic; they were expected to perform reproductive, productive, and emotional labour.
  • Funded by Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE), "Accelerating Systemic Change: The Case for Gender Equality Leadership for Sustainable Recovery" was conducted by the UN Global Compact Network Canada from September 2021 to February 2024.
  • To start building a more inclusive and resilient workplace, the Accelerating Systemic Change toolkit can be accessed here .

New Research Report Uncovers Issues Faced by 2SLGBTQ+ People of Faith

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Monday, October 16, 2023
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TORONTO, Oct. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- With public attention trained on 2SLGBTQ+ issues in the school system, one new research report focuses on another key type of social institution: places of worship.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, Oct. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- With public attention trained on 2SLGBTQ+ issues in the school system, one new research report focuses on another key type of social institution: places of worship.
  • Although Canada is a leader in 2SLGBTQ+ legislation, many people in different sectors of Canadian society still experience homophobia and transphobia at alarming levels.
  • This has led to higher rates of suicide, addictions, and mental health issues in these communities.
  • 2SLGBTQ+ discrimination is often justified by religious belief by different faith traditions in communities.

Liberal MP will make the case to HoC for universal access to contraceptives in Canada on World Contraception Day

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023
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OTTAWA, Sept. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Mr. George Chahal, Liberal Member of Parliament for Calgary Skyview, will be making a statement to the House of Commons on the benefits of universal access to contraception in Canada.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, Sept. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Mr. George Chahal, Liberal Member of Parliament for Calgary Skyview, will be making a statement to the House of Commons on the benefits of universal access to contraception in Canada.
  • “We had a wonderful opportunity to meet with members of parliament last week and to make the economic and social argument for universal access to contraception in Canada.
  • We strongly believe that reproductive rights are human rights, and that the federal government should act now.
  • Many studies have demonstrated that for every $1 invested in universal contraception, up to $9 can be saved in the public sector.

The Government of Canada announces funding to increase the economic participation of women in Canada

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Monday, September 25, 2023
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Putting more money back in the pockets of Canadian women, leads to more economic independence, while helping to build more resilient communities.

Key Points: 
  • Putting more money back in the pockets of Canadian women, leads to more economic independence, while helping to build more resilient communities.
  • The funding will support the expansion of The Equity Opportunity: Advancing Women's Economic Well-Being project, which first began in 2022.
  • Projects, such as these, that are funded through Women and Gender Equality Canada, continue to support the full participation of women in economic, social and democratic life.
  • The Government of Canada will continue to collaborate with women's organizations to support initiatives that advance gender equality.

The Forum Launches First-of-its-Kind Index to Boost Financial Access and Inclusion for Women Entrepreneurs Nationwide

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Sept. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Forum, a Canadian charity that supports women entrepreneurs, announces the launch of AFIA DEI Index, a First-of-Its-Kind nationwide initiative to address the ongoing business funding gap for women entrepreneurs. The initiative has a particular emphasis on accelerating financial inclusion and access for Black and Indigenous women, other Women of Colour, and 2SLGBTQ+ individuals.

Key Points: 
  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Sept. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Forum , a Canadian charity that supports women entrepreneurs, announces the launch of AFIA DEI Index , a First-of-Its-Kind nationwide initiative to address the ongoing business funding gap for women entrepreneurs.
  • The initiative has a particular emphasis on accelerating financial inclusion and access for Black and Indigenous women, other Women of Colour, and 2SLGBTQ+ individuals.
  • “At The Forum, our purpose is to support women entrepreneurs to thrive.
  • In October and November 2022, the Forum leveraged its community of women entrepreneurs across the country to run three focus groups with BIPOC women entrepreneurs to learn about their experiences in trying to access business funding.

Government of Canada announces funding for Moncton community organizations to address systemic barriers faced by women

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Thursday, August 24, 2023
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These projects will help these organizations to have the resources and support they need to advance gender equality in their communities.

Key Points: 
  • These projects will help these organizations to have the resources and support they need to advance gender equality in their communities.
  • "To tackle gender-based violence, we need to continue supporting grassroots organizations to find solutions that work in their respective communities.
  • Today's announcement shows our commitment to creating a society where women and diverse people can thrive without barriers."
  • Budget 2023's additional $160 million investment will sustain historic funding for organizations serving women.

Government investing in projects to keep young people in PEI safe online

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Wednesday, July 19, 2023
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CHARLOTTETOWN, PEI, July 19, 2023 /CNW/ - Young Canadians deserve to feel safe – both in their communities and online.

Key Points: 
  • CHARLOTTETOWN, PEI, July 19, 2023 /CNW/ - Young Canadians deserve to feel safe – both in their communities and online.
  • The impact cyberbullying can be significant and far reaching, which is why the Government of Canada is taking important steps to keep young Canadians safe online.
  • The Honourable Marco Mendicino, Minister of Public Safety, today announced new federal support to fight cyberbullying and keep young people in Prince Edward Island safe online.
  • That's why we're supporting projects that take direct aim at it, and keep young Canadians safe online.

The Forum to Launch First-of-its-Kind DEI Certification for Canadian Funders to Tackle Barriers Experienced by Women Entrepreneurs

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022
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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Nov. 16, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Forum, a Canadian charity that supports women entrepreneurs, announces AFIA DEI Certification for Canadian Funders , a nationwide Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiative to address the systemic barriers experienced by women entrepreneurs in accessing business funding, particularly Black, Brown, Asian, Indigenous women, and members of 2SLGBTQ+ communities.

Key Points: 
  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Nov. 16, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Forum, a Canadian charity that supports women entrepreneurs, announces AFIA DEI Certification for Canadian Funders , a nationwide Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiative to address the systemic barriers experienced by women entrepreneurs in accessing business funding, particularly Black, Brown, Asian, Indigenous women, and members of 2SLGBTQ+ communities.
  • Currently in development by the Forum, the certification program is set to launch in Fall 2023.
  • Funders who undergo an assessment and training will receive a AFIA DEI Certified designation that nationally recognizes a commitment to advance DEI in business financing.
  • Working with funders and diverse entrepreneur groups, AFIA DEI Certification aims to change how funders serve women entrepreneurs to create better experiences in the funding process and provide greater access to business capital.

Toronto-based IoT Intelligent Cities Summit 2022 to be held in Hybrid Format

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Friday, November 4, 2022
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Over the past five years, the Intelligent Cities Summit has set the bar for facilitating global discussion on delivering optimum citizen services via greater efficiency in the public sector.

Key Points: 
  • Over the past five years, the Intelligent Cities Summit has set the bar for facilitating global discussion on delivering optimum citizen services via greater efficiency in the public sector.
  • As a result, fresh cracks emerged in various well-established administrative practices, necessitating immediate overhaul and driving a radical shift in the field.
  • To maximize value for attendees and partners, during this years event, delegates will be able to attend sessions across four public sector summits Intelligent Cities Summit, IoT Code Orange Summit, IoT People First Summit, and IoT Health Care.
  • Opening Remarks on each day will be made by Hifazat Faz Ahmad, President and CEO of Intelligent Cities Summit.