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Public Record

Diversity at Work in Canada: Breaking the Bias

The Canadian Club Toronto hosts a virtual event on International Women's Day to examine diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace. Sandrine Devillard (senior partner, McKinsey), Rania Llewellyn (president and CEO, Laurentian Bank) and Dr. Homer Tien (CEO, Ornge) share their own personal stories and discuss the impact of the pandemic, the future of work, and how we can hold organizations accountable so that all employees have equitable access to workplace opportunities. (March 8, 2022)
International Women's Day

International Women’s Day is annually held on March 8 to celebrate women’s achievements throughout history and across nations.
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From Firsts to Many - Celebrating International Women's Day

The Canadian Club Toronto hosts a virtual event in celebration of International Women's Day, which is celebrated annually on March 8. Panellists Kluane Adamek (Yukon Regional Chief, AFN), Katie Taylor (Chair of the Board, RBC) and Nadia Theodore (Senior vice-president, Global Government Relations for Maple Leaf Foods Inc.) share their experiences and their visions for the future. (March 4, 2021)
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Conversations with Esther Bégin

Michaëlle Jean – Part 2

Michaëlle Jean, Canada’s ex-governor general and former secretary general of the International Organisation of La Francophonie, talks to Esther Bégin about her family’s escape from Haiti’s dictatorial regime of Papa Doc Duvalier, her youth spent in the small town of Thetford Mines and her work in international diplomacy. Being the first Black woman named governor general of Canada at the same time the United States elected its first Black president would be a defining moment in her career. But it is in controversy that she ended her term as head of la Francophonie.
00:29:50

Conversations with Esther Bégin

Michaëlle Jean – Part 1

Michaëlle Jean, Canada’s ex-governor general and former secretary general of the International Organisation of La Francophonie, talks to Esther Bégin about her family’s escape from Haiti’s dictatorial regime of Papa Doc Duvalier, her youth spent in the small town of Thetford Mines and her work in international diplomacy. Being the first Black woman named governor general of Canada at the same time the United States elected its first Black president would be a defining moment in her career. But it is in controversy that she ended her term as head of la Francophonie.
00:59:49

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Equal Voice Presents the 2018 National EVE Award and Catalyst for Change Award

Equal Voice celebrates International Women's Day by honouring Ontario MPP Lisa MacLeod with the 2018 National EVE Award and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau with the 2018 Catalyst for Change Award. (March 8, 2018)
01:34:30

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Female Diplomats Discuss the New Era in Global Diplomacy

The Centre for International Policy Studies at the University of Ottawa organizes a discussion featuring an all-female panel of ambassadors and high commissioners on the eve of International Women's Day. The discussion is entitled "Disorder, Disruptions, Directions: A New Era in Global Diplomacy?" Moderated by Madelaine Drohan, Canadian correspondent for The Economist, panellists Susan le Jeune d’Allegeershecque, British high commissioner to Canada; Natasha Smith, Australian high commissioner to Canada; Kareen Rispal, French ambassador to Canada; Sabine Sparwasser, German ambassador to Canada; and Shakilla Umutoni Kazimbaya, head of mission for the High Commission of Rwanda to Canada, discuss topics such as the role of women in diplomacy. (March 7, 2018)
01:28:18

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Canada 150 Senate Symposium – The Francophonie

On May 25, 2017, at the Senate Symposium on the 150th Anniversary of Canadian Confederation, Michaëlle Jean (the secretary-general of the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie) and Michel Bastarache (a former justice of the Supreme Court of Canada) participate in a discussion entitled “The Francophonie and its Political Dimension.”
00:29:30

Perspective with Alison Smith

Women and Global Issues - March 12, 2017

Women and global issues: examining challenges for women and girls around the world. Alison speaks to Sanam Naraghi-Anderlini, co-founder and executive director of the International Civil Society Action Network, about the critical role women can play in conflict zones. Khadija Arfaoui, a Tunisian peace and rights activist, and Abeer Pamuk, a Syrian humanitarian worker, discuss the situation on the ground for women in their respective countries. Liza Muringo Kimbo from the Africa Alliance of Ipas talks about how Canada's recent announcement of funding in support of women's global reproductive health and rights will help her agency deliver services throughout the world. Farah Mohamed, founder and CEO G(irls)20, speaks to Alison about the role her organization plays in cultivating female leaders through education, entrepreneurial training, and international experiences. Finally, we hear from some young women who spoke in the House of Commons, this week, as part of a special initiative for International Women's Day called "Daughters of the Vote."
01:15:00

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Knowledge to Action: Improving Women's Lives - Panel 2

The International Development Research Centre (IDRC) hosts an event in honour of International Women's Day,titled "Knowledge to Action: Improving Women's Lives." Participants discuss overcoming violence against women with strong communities, legal protection and crime prevention. Adelle Blackett (McGill University) examines the relationship between the deficient regulation of domestic work and the perpetuation of racialized, colonial violence against women. Donny Meertens (Javeriana University, Bogota, Colombia) discusses strategies used by indigenous women victims of conflict to access justice and seek to redress the violations of their rights. Veronica Martinez Solares (International Organization for Victim Assistance) focuses on the situation of women victims of organized crime in Mexico. Later, Anju Dhillon (parliamentary secretary for status of women) provides closing remarks. (March 8, 2016)
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Knowledge to Action: Improving Women's Lives Panel 1

The International Development Research Centre (IDRC) hosts an event in honour of International Women's Day, titled "Knowledge to Action: Improving Women's Lives." Participants examine the link between affordable, high-quality childcare and women's empowerment around the world. Stella Muthuri (African Population Health and Resarch Panel in Nairobi) and Shelley Clark (McGill University) discuss the role that improved childcare options can play in providing better economic and education opportunities for women in Nairobi's slums. Arijit Nandi (McGill University) evaluates the impact of an affordable daycare program on women's health and economic well-being in Rajasthan, India. Daniel Weinstock (McGill University) focuses on examining childcare policy in Quebec. (March 8, 2016)
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On the Bright Side

International Women's Day

CPAC's Heather Seaman reports from Toronto on a rally and march held for International Women's Day.
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International Women's Day Panel

Carleton University hosts a panel discussing marking International Women's Day that features Maureen McTeer (Lawyer, professor, author), Monia Mazigh (Author and human rights advocate) and Caroline Andrew (Director of the University of Ottawa’s Centre on Governance). (March 7, 2014)
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Podium

Michaëlle Jean

Governor General Michaëlle Jean delivers the opening address at the “DiverseCity: the Greater Toronto Leadership Project” forum held at the Canadian Club of Toronto on May 10, 2010. In her remarks, Ms. Jean stresses the importance of cultural diversity within the business sector.
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Haiti Today, Haiti Tomorrow: Contrasting Perspectives (Part 1 of 2)

On April 6th, 2010, the University of Ottawa held a international symposium on Haiti entitled "Haiti Today, Haiti Tomorrow: Contrasting perspectives." The opening session featured Governor General Michaëlle Jean, Léo Mérorès (Haiti's ambassador to the United Nations), and Josseline Féthière (Haiti's minister of trade and industry).
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Day of Hope: Roundtable on Reconciliation

The Legacy of Hope Foundation and the Aboriginal Healing Foundation host a roundtable discussion, Ottawa, Ont., June 11, 2009. This event marks the one-year anniversary of the federal government’s apology to former students in Canada’s residential school system. Following an opening address by Governor General Michaëlle Jean, speakers explore approaches to healing and reconciliation in the post-apology era. The panellists are Phil Fontaine (National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations), John Ralston Saul (an author), and Joseph Robert (the hereditary chief of Gwa wa enuk First Nation). The panellists also respond to questions from audience members. Elder Irene Lindsay (a cultural and spiritual teacher at Minwaashin Lodge) offers smudge and an opening prayer. Isabella Tatar, the executive director of the Legacy of Hope Foundation, makes opening remarks. Rosemary Thompson from CTV News moderates the panel discussion.
01:48:53

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Strong Women, Strong World

The Library and Archives Canada Forum on Canadian Democracy and Status of Women Canada presents an International Women's Day event, entitled “Strong Women, Strong World,” Ottawa, Ont., March 8, 2008. The first session of the day focused on the topic "Aboriginal Women and Government." The panellists are Kathleen McHugh (chair of the Assembly of First Nations Women's Council), Jody Wilson (commissioner of the British Columbia Treaty Commission) and Kiera Ladner (Canada research chair in Indigenous Politics and Governance at the University of Manitoba). After speaking, panellists field questions from audience members.
01:16:23

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Strong Women, Strong World

The Library and Archives Canada Forum on Canadian Democracy and Status of Women Canada presents an International Women's Day event, entitled “Strong Women, Strong World,” Ottawa, Ont., March 8, 2008. The final session of the day features a discussion on the theme of women and Canadian democracy. The panelists were Jane Arscot (assistant professor, Centre for Work and Community Studies at Athabasca University), Ann Wicks (national executive director of Equal Voice), and Claire Prévost-Fournier (president of Groupe Femmes, Politique et Démocratie). After speaking, panellists field questions from audience members. Sylvie Boucher, parliamentary secretary to the Prime Minister and for the Status of Women, makes closing remarks.