Advancing women's economic participation drives economic growth, while boosting the income of Canadian families. Putting more money back in the pockets of Canadian women, leads to more economic independence, while helping to build more resilient communities.
Today, the Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, announced $3 million over four years for the LEAP Pecaut Centre for Social Impact (LEAP) to increase the economic participation and prosperity of women in Canada, particularly those from equity-deserving groups.
The funding will support the expansion of The Equity Opportunity: Advancing Women's Economic Well-Being project, which first began in 2022. The expansion will include adding two more non-profit community service organizations (for a total of eight) and providing additional support for their programs. Their programs are designed to address systemic barriers that hinder the economic well-being of underrepresented women including youth, at-risk individuals, Indigenous communities, newcomers, low-income women, and gender diverse people.
Projects, such as these, that are funded through Women and Gender Equality Canada, continue to support the full participation of women in economic, social and democratic life. The Government of Canada will continue to collaborate with women's organizations to support initiatives that advance gender equality.
