Backgrounder – Government of Canada supports projects in northern communities to advance gender equality
December 8, 2024
The Government of Canada is committed to advancing gender equality in all regions of the country, including in northern communities. Today, the Minister of Northern Affairs, the Honourable Dan Vandal, announced funding for seven projects through the Northern Isolated Communities Initiative (NICI). These projects will support women and girls in the North by providing access to services, training, and leadership opportunities.
“Our government is committed to working with partners to advance gender equality in the North,” said Minister Vandal. “These projects will make a real difference in the lives of women and girls in northern communities, helping them to reach their full potential and contribute to the economic and social development of their communities.”
The seven projects that will receive funding through NICI are:
- Nunavut Literacy Council: Empowering Women Through Literacy ($75,000): This project will provide literacy training and support to women in Nunavut, with a focus on women who are survivors of violence.
- Yukon Women’s Resource Centre: Building Leadership Skills for Women in Yukon ($60,000): This project will provide leadership training and mentorship opportunities to women in Yukon, with a focus on women from diverse backgrounds.
- NWT Council on the Status of Women: Advancing Gender Equality in the Northwest Territories ($50,000): This project will support the development of a gender equality action plan for the Northwest Territories.
- Inuvik Women’s Centre: Providing a Safe Space for Women in Inuvik ($40,000): This project will provide a safe and supportive space for women in Inuvik, offering a variety of services including counselling, support groups, and referrals to other services.
- Arctic Change: Engaging Women in Climate Change Adaptation in the North ($30,000): This project will engage women in climate change adaptation planning and decision-making in the Arctic.
- Northern Lights Theatre: Creating a Performing Arts Centre for Women in Yellowknife ($25,000): This project will support the development of a performing arts centre in Yellowknife that will provide opportunities for women to develop their artistic skills and showcase their work.
- Arctic Indigenous Wellness Foundation: Promoting Mental Health and Well-being for Women in the North ($20,000): This project will provide mental health and well-being support to women in the Arctic, with a focus on women who are experiencing trauma or violence.
These projects are part of the Government of Canada’s ongoing commitment to advancing gender equality in the North. In 2019, the government launched the National Action Plan on Gender-Based Violence, which includes a number of initiatives to address gender-based violence in northern communities. The government also supports a number of programs and services that provide support to women and girls in the North, such as the Women’s Program and the National Child Benefit.
The Government of Canada is committed to working with partners to advance gender equality in the North. By supporting projects that provide access to services, training, and leadership opportunities, the government is helping to create a more equitable and just society for all.
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