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Are You On the Gender Mainstreaming Bus? Do you want to be?

March 10, 2023

Waaaay back in 1995, the Government of Canada rolled out the Federal Plan for Gender Equality. Here is a link to the PDF version of that plan. Which was Canada’s response … Read more

Recognizing Women March 2023

February 16, 2023

At Connect this month we observe, International Women’s Day and International Day – which happens to be on of our favourite days of the year.  We also recognize the International … Read more

IWD 2023 #EmbraceEquity and Embrace Yourself

February 16, 2023

This March, we celebrate women across the globe. Yearly, millions of people join together to celebrate the achievements of women through generations that continuously fight for gender equality. On International … Read more

When was the last time milk was on sale for 2 for $5?

February 16, 2023

As if the pandemic wasn’t enough, our friends and neighbour are now facing a food cost crisis.  Basic staples such as bread, fruits, and vegetables, have been priced out of … Read more

Rita Joe 2023 Heritage Day Honouree

January 23, 2023

In December 2013, the Nova Scotia government introduced a bill to create a holiday on the third Monday in February. This was partly in response to public pressure, as many … Read more

Recognizing Women February 2023

January 23, 2023

Is one of your New Year’s resolution to take a stand, to lobby, to advocate for those in need, or causes that you are passionate about? This month provides lots … Read more

January Stalking Awareness Month: This is Bigger Than You and Me

December 19, 2022

We recognize that as language use evolves, words can become contronyms and simultaneously have opposite meanings. Innocuous examples include Custom: A common practice, or a special treatment, Finished: Completed, or … Read more

Recognizing Women January 2023

December 19, 2022

Happy New Year- Maybe? Ringing in a new calendar year is often full of emotion. For some it could feel exciting with the anticipation of a new start. For some, … Read more

Recognizing Women December 2023

December 1, 2022

The Lotus Centre Anniversary  We operate from a feminist perspective that is, by definition, rooted in women’s experience. Feminism is a political, social, and cultural movement dedicated to promoting equal … Read more

16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence – Day 16 – This is Not the End

October 29, 2022

This day marks the last of the 16 Days of Activism for 2022 and this year’s theme of “UNITE!”. We will continue to raise awareness and share knowledge in the … Read more

16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence – Day 15 – The Law Against GBV in Canada

October 29, 2022

According to the Criminal code of Canada, It is against the law to harm or threaten to harm another person, or to engage in harassing conduct as defined. All forms … Read more

16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence – Day 14 – Am I a victim? Do I know a victim?

October 29, 2022

Among many other things, the Covid pandemic has brought deeper and wider awareness of mental and emotional duress to the forefront of our workplaces, schools, and our homes.  All over … Read more

16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence – Day 13 – GBV in Canada by the Numbers

October 29, 2022

Two-thirds (64%) of people in Canada know a woman who has experienced physical, sexual, or emotional abuse. In the area of IPV (Intimate Partner Violence), 44% of women reported experiencing … Read more

16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence – Day 12 – Have you seen the Silent Signal for Help?

October 29, 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic brought an increase in domestic violence incidents around the world. Without the opportunity for support found through workplaces, or work-friends victims of domestic violence lost a critical … Read more

16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence – Day 11 – I Have the Power

October 29, 2022

Are you a Marvel Fan?  If not, I bet you know the story of Spiderman though.  When Peter Parker’s Uncle Ben found out he was Spiderman, Uncle Ben gave Peter … Read more

16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence – Day 10 – Signal for Help

October 29, 2022

On Oct 21, 2022, Sima Bahous, the UN Women Executive Director visited Tanzania advocating for this country’s government to increase its investment in girls. Specifically, she asked government officials, civil … Read more

16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence – Day 9 – What is GBV?

October 29, 2022

You cannot deny that you hear and see stories of misogyny and abuse against women every day in the news and on social media. You probably personally know more women … Read more

16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence – Day 8 – Be an Ally!

October 29, 2022

If you are wondering how you can officially join this campaign, then we’re glad to welcome you! The first step is to educate yourself so you can help others.  There … Read more

16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence – Day 7 – “I thought my life was over”- A Witness of Domestic Violence

October 29, 2022

On February 16, 2022, Jennifer went public with her story of how she survived domestic abuse and hoped that by sharing it will help others (Saltwire, Feb 16, 2022).  This … Read more

16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence – Day 6 – Hidden Horrors of COVID

October 29, 2022

We always just see the tip of the iceberg – and the deeper we swim, the darker and larger an obstacle like this gets. The beginning of the pandemic brought … Read more