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Gun Control – NAWL submits brief on Bill C-21 to the Senate


The National Association of Women and the Law submitted a brief on Bill C-21: An Act to amend certain Acts and to make certain consequential amendments (firearms) to the Standing Senate Committee on National Security, Defence and Veterans Affairs.  NAWL’s overall position on the bill  The National Association of Women and the Law supports Bill C-21 and recommends its quick … Read More

October 10, 2023


NAWL testifies before the Senate regarding publication bans


A publication ban is a court order which, in the context of a criminal trial, prohibits anyone from revealing the identity of a victim, witness or justice system participant. One of the aims of this order is to enable victims of sexual assault to participate in the criminal process without fear of the media disclosing their identity. While publication bans … Read More

June 26, 2023


The fight to defend reproductive rights and gender equality continues


On the anniversary of the overturning of Roe v. Wade, NAWL joins 128 other equality-seeking organizations in calling on all levels of government to do more for gender equality and for women and 2SLGBTQIA+ people’s sexual and reproductive rights and bodily autonomy.  The signatories of the open letter below, drafted by Action Canada for Sexual Health & Rights in partnership … Read More

June 22, 2023


NAWL Welcomes Steps in the Right Direction for Vulnerable Populations in Environmental Law: Bill S-5


“The planetary environmental crisis affects everyone, everywhere, but not equally.” Ottawa, ON, Anishinaabe territory: Bill S-5, Strengthening Environmental Protection for a Healthier Canada Act, is the first major reform of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA) in over 20 years. CEPA is Canada’s cornerstone piece of environmental legislation governing pollution and toxic substances. One of the most significant changes is … Read More

May 31, 2023


Op-ed: MPs’ work on gun control misses target


On March 23rd, 2023, Suzanne Zaccour, our Head of Feminist Law Reform, published an op-ed in The Hill Times with our partners from the #Women4GunControl Coalition Erin Whitmore (Ending Violence Association of Canada) and Paulette Senior (Canadian Women’s Foundation). The op-ed criticizes the disinformation that is being perpetuated with regard to the Liberal Government’s proposed ban on assault-style firearms. Unfortunately, … Read More

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April 26, 2023


Coalition of women’s and feminist organizations call on NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh to deliver on his call for stricter gun laws


Open letter welcomes the NDP leader’s support for urgent implementation of Nova Scotia mass shooting inquiry recommendations, given the party’s lack of concrete support to date for government’s efforts to ban assault-style firearms and handguns in Bill C-21   Algonquin Territory/Ottawa, Ontario, April 24th, 2023 – Today, a coalition of 33 women’s and feminist organizations fighting for stronger gun control … Read More

April 24, 2023


Open Letter to Jagmeet Singh regarding a ban on assault-style firearms


Mr. Jagmeet Singh, M.P. Leader, New Democratic Party House of Commons Ottawa, ON K1A 0A6 Jagmeet.Singh@parl.gc.ca – Dear Mr. Singh, The #Women4GunControl Coalition is comprised of 33 national and regional women’s and feminist organizations who have come together to work toward securing a ban on assault firearms in Bill-C-21. The coalition was formed after it became clear that disinformation and partisan … Read More


NAWL defends sexual assault victims’ rights during the study of Bill 12


On March 28th, 2023, NAWL participated in the Specific consultations and public hearings on Bill 12, An Act to reform family law with regard to filiation and to protect children born as a result of sexual assault and the victims of that assault as well as the rights of surrogates and of children born of a surrogacy project. Bill 12 … Read More

April 20, 2023


Majority of Canadians Support Stronger Gun-Control Measures: Poll 


Survey finds more than 70 per cent of respondents support permanent ban on new handgun purchases and oppose civilians being allowed to own assault-style firearms  OTTAWA — New polling results suggest most Canadians want stronger gun control laws, and 89 per cent of Canadians support requiring authorities to revoke a firearms licence and remove firearms quickly (within 24 hours) from … Read More

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March 20, 2023


Women’s Organizations Call on National Party Leaders to Honour Their Campaign Promises to Ban Assault-Style Firearms


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 07/03/2023 Weapons designed for war are a threat to the safety of women and girls, groups say Ottawa, ON: Thirty-one women’s and feminist organizations from across Canada are calling on Prime Minister Trudeau to honour his government’s longstanding commitment to ban assault-style firearms in Canada. The groups are also asking all opposition party leaders to respect the wishes of … Read More

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March 7, 2023


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May 31, 2023

NAWL Welcomes Steps in the Right Direction for Vulnerable Populations in Environmental Law: Bill S-5

Women's Rights and the Climate Crisis
“The planetary environmental crisis affects everyone, everywhere, but not equally.” Ottawa, ON, Anishinaabe territory: Bill S-5, Strengthening Environmental Protection for a Healthier Canada Act, is the first major reform of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA) in over 20 years. CEPA is ...
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12 August 2022
August 12, 2022

Blog Post: Can Youth in Canada Influence Law? They Already Do!

Women's Rights and the Climate Crisis
by Averi Winn  Young people in Canada participate extensively in law reform—even though they may not realize it! Through their activism, they can, and do, influence lawmakers in many ways. I started my law reform work in climate change at 16 years ...
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1 June 2022
June 1, 2022

Letter to Senators: Bill S-5

Women's Rights and the Climate Crisis
NAWL is proud to be a part of the Coalition for Environmental Rights. Together, we call on the Senate and the Senate Select Committee to stand up for the rights of communities and families and remove any qualifying language to the right to ...
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6 May 2021
May 6, 2021

“A glimmer of hope” Opinion Article by Nathalie Chalifour and Anne Levesque on SCC Carbon Pricing Ruling

Women's Rights and the Climate Crisis
Opinion article published by CBA National on May 3, 2021. Read full article here. “The carbon pricing ruling at the SCC is a partial victory for equality-seeking groups. But will it be interpreted in a manner that is equality affirming and aligned ...
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25 March 2021
March 25, 2021

Supreme Court of Canada Rules Carbon Pricing Law Constitutional: Intervenors for rights of women and girls welcome the decision

Women's Rights and the Climate Crisis
 For immediate release Algonquin Territory/Ottawa, Ontario – March 25, 2021 – The Supreme Court of Canada’s judgment declaring the Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act constitutional is a victory for women and girls. Saskatchewan, Ontario and Alberta went to court over the Act ...
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16 October 2020
October 16, 2020

NAWL and FOE: A real climate-emergency plan must address inequality

Women's Rights and the Climate Crisis
Op-ed published by iPolitics on October 15, 2020. Read full op-ed here Written by Anne Levesque, co-chair of the National Association of Women and the Law and Beatrice Olivastri, CEO of Friends of the Earth Canada. ‘In the recent global fires, floods and ...
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7 November 2019
November 7, 2019

Standing in Supreme Court Climate Case sought by Friends of the Earth and NAWL

Women's Rights and the Climate Crisis
OTTAWA—Late yesterday, Friends of the Earth (FOE) and the National Association of Women and the Law (NAWL) filed their Memorandum of Argument of the Proposed Intervenor in the Climate case being appealed to the Supreme Court of Canada (SCC) by Ontario and Saskatchewan. ...
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4 December 2018
December 4, 2018

Alexandra Machicado-McGee: While politicians flex, she suffers

Women's Rights and the Climate Crisis
Malheureusement, cet editorial n’est pas disponible en français. https://inter-alia.ca/2018/11/29/opinion-while-politicians-flex-she-suffers/ ...
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