People

Marjorie Mintz

by Marjorie Mintz | May 21, 2003

If anyone had told me last year that I would be teaching computer skills and getting paid, I would never have believed it. I wonder what I will be doing tomorrow? read more

Clara Brett Martin

by Beth Atcheson | Apr 23, 2003

In 1897, Clara Brett Martin became the first woman entitled to practice law in Ontario, Canada and the British Empire. It was a lonely and controversial journey. She did it for herself. She chose to do it in a way that opened the doors for women who came after. She has been written into the history books and written out again for other things she did in her short lifetime. Her courage is undeniable. read more

poet and publisher: Maria Jacobs

by Carolyn Dodds | Apr 10, 2003

World War Two survivor, immigrant, student, mother, worker – Maria Jacobs’ poetry draws on her rich life. Not content to find an audience for her own work, Maria co-founded a publishing company to expand opportunities for other poets. In following her own path, Maria creates new paths for others.  read more

entrepreneur: Filomena Carvalho

by Radha Nayar | Mar 11, 2003

Filomena has worked at the Immigrant Women’s Health Centre in Toronto for 20 years. After only three months there, Filomena planted the seeds for a sexual health support group for Portugese women. Her idea blossomed into a mobile sexual health services unit and publication of a sexual health booklet in seven languages. Filomena’s dedication has saved many women’s lives. read more

social activist: Flora MacDonald Merrill Denison

by Betty Tennant | Jan 9, 2003

Flora MacDonald Merrill Denison’s dedication to her advocacy on behalf of women, to her son and to Mother Nature made her a very “rich” woman, indeed. We are fortunate to inherit the “wealth” of benefits her hard work earned. read more

entomologist and arts advocate: Joan Frances Bronskill

by Joan Rickards | Jan 9, 2003

What do insects and theatre have in common? Joan Frances Bronskill. Entomology is a very detail-oriented career. Joan dedicated her life to its fine art, as well as to many facets of the dramatic arts. read more

determined mother: Meenu Sikand

by Meenu Sikand | Jan 9, 2003

Meenu ends up on top, but the roller coaster ride of living with a spinal cord injury and having a baby was a tough one, especially with more questions than answers. read more

a passionate fighter: Maude Barlow

by Ann Farrell | Jan 2, 2003

Small choices made by individuals can change the world. That is the belief of Maude Barlow, a woman who wants to change the world. Right now, she sees changes in how some think about water. And she’s worried. Is water a commodity or a right? A good or a need? And what can we do to make sure everyone gets enough? read more

athlete and musician: Sylvia Sweeney

by DG Graham | Oct 3, 2002

October is Women’s History Month in Canada. Status of Women Canada has chosen 2002’s theme as “Women and Sports – Champions Forever!” It is right to celebrate our champions, all of whom combine great talent with great tenacity and perseverance to reach their goals. To us, however, the most compelling thing about women and sport in Canada is that women and girls throughout our history have been determined to play sports in their communities no matter what barriers we faced. read more

passionate campaigner for choice: Barbara Cadbury

Jul 9, 2002

Improving the status of women is essential to reducing poverty. Family planning, maternal health care and reproductive health services are essential to improving the status of women. Barbara Cadbury knew that and she made it her life’s work.  read more