9 h. ago Edmonton organization receives funding from Alberta to build city's first mountain bike park

The Edmonton Mountain Bike Alliance has received a grant from the province to build the city’s first-ever dedicated mountain bike facility. At a press conference on Tuesday, Minister of Arts, Culture and Status of Women Tanya Fir said if Alberta Budget 2025 is passed, it will be investing $85 million through the Community Grants program. […]

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34 h. ago Homan, Canada getting comfy, flashing smiles at curling worlds

Team Canada is up 3-1 at the 2025 LGT World Women’s Curling Championship in South Korea

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4 d. ago Everything you need to know about the 2025 women's worlds: Lineups, curlers and the skinny for each rink

Defending champ Rachel Homan vies to defend crown against 12 other combatants in South Korea

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5 d. ago HealthPRO Canada Recognized As One Of 2025 Best Workplaces™ Led by Women

Oakville, ON, March 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — HealthPRO Canada, Canada’s national group contracting provider for healthcare, is proud to announce it has been named as one of the 2025 Best Workplaces™ Led by Women. As a part of their Lead. Inspire. Accelerate. Women in the Workplace 2025 campaign, Great Place to Work® is honouring […]

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9 d. ago USask Huskies claim 10th Canada West women’s basketball title

The University of Saskatchewan Huskies women's basketball team made history on home court Saturday with their 10th conference championship. Only one other team shares that record.

Sport

1 week ago TODAY: Toronto’s 2025 International Women’s Day March and Rally will draw crowds in Toronto, raising voices and galvanizing resistance in a time of uncertainty

TORONTO, March 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Saturday, March 8 is International Women’s Day and, for the 47th year, Toronto’s International Women’s Day March and Rally will bring crowds to the streets of Toronto, as supporters raise their voices for gender equality and social justice. (The United Steelworkers union is a participating organization.) “This year’s […]

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1 week ago Dynastic run continues for USask Huskies women’s basketball hosting Canada West final

It's a familiar game for the University of Saskatchewan Huskies women's basketball team, reaching the Canada West gold medal game for the 10th time in 11 years.

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1 week ago International Women's Day: Shattering glass ceilings in skilled trades

With only 8% of those employed in trades across Canada being women, three Calgary trailblazers offer insights and inspiration

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1 week ago Breaking Barriers, Building Futures: Hines Health Services Celebrates International Women’s Day

share=copy FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta, March 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — On International Women’s Day, Hines Health Services (HHS) proudly recognizes and honours the invaluable contributions of women in business and the workforce. As a female-led organization with a workforce that is 75% women, HHS is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, inclusion, and empowerment. […]

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1 week ago Helmets to Hardhats Expands Support for Veterans and Military Families Through Funding from Veterans Affairs Canada

Ottawa, March 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As International Women’s Day approaches, Helmets to Hardhats (H2H) is proud to announce the Building Skills, Building Futures project, an initiative designed to enhance the lives of transitioning Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members and their families by providing comprehensive career transition support. This project prioritizes inclusivity, ensuring that women, 2SLGBTQI+, […]

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1 week ago PDI Technologies Presents “The Retail Marketeers European Female Leaders in Convenience Awards”

Two-year sponsorship begins in 2025 with inaugural awards honoring outstanding female leaders from across Europe HAMBURG, Germany and FRANKFURT, Germany, March 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — On the occasion of International Women’s Day, The Retail Marketeers and PDI Technologies are pleased to announce that PDI Technologies will exclusively present the inaugural European Female Leaders in […]

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1 week ago There's an International Women's Day march in Toronto this week

International Women's Day (IWD), recognized annually on March 8, is right around the corner, and you can mark the occasion by joining fellow celebrants at a huge rally and march.Centring around the theme "fighting for our lives, building our resistance," the 2025 installment of International Women's Day Toronto's annual rally and march promises to be a particularly poignant one.Taking place on or around International Women's Day for the past several decades, the march serves as an opportunity for women and their allies to get inspired by activists, professionals and artists while finding solidarity in their own community.According to International Women's Day Toronto, the Toronto march has grown to be the largest of its kind in North America for the past 40 years — and, in a time where injustice against women seems to be ramping up worldwide, 2025 will likely be no different.    View this post on Instagram        ...

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1 week ago Plan International Canada calls for urgent investment in girls’ equality this International Women’s Day

Amid increasing threats to girls’ health, education and safety, the leading children’s rights organization emphasizes the need to protect hard-won progress TORONTO, March 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As International Women’s Day approaches on March 8, girls and young women around the world face escalating threats to their equality. Underscoring the importance of supporting girls […]

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2 w. ago There's an International Women's Day march in Toronto next week

February is quickly drawing to a close, meaning International Women's Day (IWD), recognized annually on March 8, is right around the corner, and you can mark the occasion by joining fellow celebrants at a huge rally and march.Centring around the theme "fighting for our lives, building our resistance," the 2025 installment of International Women's Day Toronto's annual rally and march promises to be a particularly poignant one.Taking place on or around International Women's Day for the past several decades, the march serves as an opportunity for women and their allies to get inspired by activists, professionals and artists while finding solidarity in their own community.According to International Women's Day Toronto, the Toronto march has grown to be the largest of its kind in North America for the past 40 years — and, in a time where injustice against women seems to be ramping up worldwide, 2025 will likely be no different.    View this post on Instagra...

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3 w. ago Everything you need to know about the 2025 Brier: Lineups, curlers and skinny for each rink

Three-time defending champ Brad Gushue leads star-studded field of curlers into the men's national championship

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3 w. ago Playoffs set at Scotties: Einarson, Black, Inglis round out six teams curling for crown

Picture for weekend action goes down to final round-robin rock of 2025 Canadian women's championship

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