2008

About

The Canadian Women Voters Congress is a non-partisan, grassroots organization, dedicated to encouraging all Canadian women to become strong, effective voices at all levels of government. Women constitute 51% of the population, yet the number of women in elected positions across Canada remains fewer than 25%. In addition, there is no effective manner in which to measure the influence of women on government. In order to affect the direction of governmental policies and action, a significant, resonant, influential presence is essential. The Congress is working to balance the scales of political representation and to hold all parties accountable for including women in the decision-making process. The Congress is non-partisan, but acknowledges that the way for women to be recognized is through the collective voice heard within the circles of government.

 

Purposes of our Society

 

  • To educate women about political and organizational systems using a non-partisan and non-issue based approach
  • To encourage women of all backgrounds and political persuasions to participate in the political process
  • To encourage and inspire women to assume leadership roles.

What We Do

  • The Congress offers the longest-running nonpartisan Women’s Campaign School in Canada. Located in Vancouver, British Columbia, the School has run every year since 1999.
  • The Congress provides a networking forum for women who are actively involved or interested in politics to keep updated on upcoming elections, female candidates, paid and volunteer job opportunities and events.
  • The Congress facilitates seminars, examines issues and stimulates discussion about political issues and proposals.

Given this solid start, the Congress looks forward to expanding our mandate to include:

  • Encouraging and mentoring women with political aspirations to achieve their goals
  • Supporting eligible women to serve on boards, royal commissions, standing committees, federal, provincial and municipal agencies
  • Seeking to support those who wish to close the gender gap and become spokespersons for national, provincial and municipal issues
  • Monitoring policies and procedures that affect the status of Canadian women
  • Monitoring government accountability

 

Registered Charity: BN 84000 0566 RR0001