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BPW Canada Priority Issues

Turning member concerns into national advocacy

BPW Canada identifies issues that affect the equality, safety,
economic security, health, and leadership of women across Canada.

Through member-led research, resolutions, government submissions,
partnerships, and public education, we advocate for practical policy
changes that improve the lives of women and girls.

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Our Current Focus

Priority Issues

Select an issue to learn more about BPW Canada’s work.

Single Seniors for Tax Fairness

Advocating for a fairer tax system that recognizes the
financial realities faced by single and independently
living seniors.

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Reproductive Rights and Justice

Supporting equitable access to reproductive healthcare,
informed decision-making, and the right of every person
to make decisions about their own body.

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Women’s Empowerment

Advancing women’s economic participation, leadership,
workplace equality, education, and access to opportunity.


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Anti-Human Trafficking

Promoting prevention, survivor-informed responses,
public education, and stronger protections for people
vulnerable to trafficking and exploitation.


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From Ideas to Action

How BPW Canada Creates Change

BPW Canada’s advocacy begins with its members. Members and
clubs identify issues, research solutions, and bring forward
resolutions for consideration at the national level.

1

Members Identify an Issue

Members bring forward concerns affecting women and girls.

2

Research and Resolutions

Evidence-based recommendations are developed and debated.

3

National Adoption

Approved resolutions become part of BPW Canada’s policy.

4

Advocacy and Action

BPW Canada advances recommendations through briefs,
meetings, education, and collaboration.



Member-Led Advocacy

Your Voice Can Make a Difference

Every priority issue begins with people who recognize a need
for change. Members are encouraged to contribute their
knowledge, experience, and ideas through their clubs,
committees, and BPW Canada’s resolutions process.

Today’s member idea can help shape tomorrow’s public policy.


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BPW Canada Briefs and Commendations

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