Women In Politics
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Did Christine Frechette face a ‘glass cliff’? Expert points to broader political patternResearch suggests women are more likely to lead political parties during times of crisis, while facing higher expectations and greater scrutiny than men.PoliticsOct 8
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Threats, harassment and online hate driving women out of politics, MPs warnLiberal leadership hopeful Gould says that harassment has worsened, particularly on social media and through threats to her constituency office.CanadaMar 8, 2025
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Saskatchewan reaches milestone for women in politicsFollowing Saskatchewan’s provincial election, more than 30 per cent of projected elected MLAs are women -- the highest representation of women in the province’s political history.PoliticsNov 2, 2024
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Quebec mayors call for cultural shift following resignation of Gatineau’s France BélisleIn an open letter Monday, Longueuil Mayor Catherine Fournier says it's time for a period of introspection, following the resignation of Gatineau Mayor France Bélisle.PoliticsFeb 26, 2024
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Montreal’s first ever political Black women’s caucus helps break barriersThough they insisted that they are thrilled about serving in public office, the women noted that being a Black woman in politics can be really tough.PoliticsFeb 23, 2024
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Saskatchewan recognizes female political leaders on International Women’s DayAs Saskatchewan celebrates International Women’s Day and the advances that have occurred for women in the province, there is still room to grow according to some political leaders.CanadaMar 8, 2023
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Gender diversity in politics top-of-mind for N.B. lawmakers on International Women’s DayThe number of women serving in the New Brunswick legislative assembly is at an all-time high but it still falls well below gender parity. Local politicians speak to known barriers.PoliticsMar 8, 2023
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What the Ardern, Sturgeon resignations show about the ‘tightrope’ women walk in politicsExperts say female politicians face 'additional scrutiny and challenges' in their roles compared to their male colleagues, which can take a toll.PoliticsFeb 22, 2023
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Dominique Anglade resigns as leader of Quebec Liberal PartyDominique Anglade is stepping down from her position as leader of the Quebec Liberal Party. She announced the decision a little more than a month after the election.CanadaNov 7, 2022
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‘It’s too much’: Madame Premier clothing company up for saleThe owner of a popular Calgary clothing store that promotes equality in politics has decided to step aside, citing her own mental health.PoliticsOct 13, 2022
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