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May 1, 2018
What does harassment and bullying of women in politics look like?

With this week's news that Newfoundland and Labrador veteran politician Eddie Joyce is being accused of harassment of at least one female MHA, it raises the question — what form can harassment of women take in the political sphere if it's not sexual?

April 30, 2018
Equal Voice Alberta launches workshops to recruit more women into politics

Equal Voice Alberta is urging more women to run in the 2019 Alberta provincial election.

February 21, 2018
Bullying of women in politics commonplace says Canadian MP

Burlington MP told online she was 'a traitor to the country' and should abort unborn baby after announcing pregnancy.

February 7, 2018
Who runs the House? Women lead major three parties in Canada Commons

NDP leader Jagmeet Singh named NDP MP Ruth Ellen Brosseau the party’s new House leader in last week's shuffle of his party's critics.

January 2, 2018
Sexist media scrutiny of women in politics spans decades, study says

'Women are discouraged from seeking leadership roles because of that kind of attention'

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November 6, 2017
'Fed up with the old boys' club': Women elected to top municipal jobs across Quebec

7 of 18 borough mayors elected in Montreal are women, as are many city councillors and other Quebec mayors.