We’re not leading on women’s equality.
In fact, we trail 70 other countries for women’s political representation.
For democracy to be genuine, all voices must be meaningfully included in decision-making.
It’s time to Balance the Power.
Politicians and political leaders:
Sign the Pledge Now!
- Signal that you stand with more than 80% of Canadians on this issue
- Show that you take the connection between representation and democracy seriously
- Help increase trust in political leaders by pledging to make change
- Take action as your counterparts in dozens of other countries have
Voters: Tell political leaders that this issue matters to you.
Click below to send an email urging your federal, provincial/territorial, and municipal elected representatives to sign the pledge, then spread the word on social media!
“Countries with quotas elect more women than countries without. In fact, countries with quotas elect women who have better credentials than their male peers — and quotas even weed out the unqualified men.”
Evidence
These organizations join our call for increased representation in elected bodies in Canada.
