Reviews
the education of Miss G__
by | Feb 20, 2008
Three years ago, a hopeful group of university students from Ontario thought they had an obviously great idea – introduce Women’s and Gender Studies in high school. The province greeted them with enthusiasm. Time passed. Nothing happened with the curriculum. So, for Valentine’s Day there was an organized action called No More Miss Nice G__! Here’s a recap of the cheeky groundswell to get women on course. Of course! read more
Ideas
a day for Louis Riel
by | Feb 15, 2008
On February 18, 2008, Manitoba will celebrate its first Louis Riel Day. While several other provinces take time off for Family Day, Manitoba will focus on one of the most controversial Canadian history-makers, who was hanged for treason on November 16, 1885. The spirit of Riel is alive, and is symbolized in both the selection of Louis Riel Day and what it represents for many Manitobans who still work for equality, inclusion and a strong political voice. read more
News
peace: Afghan women and security
by | Feb 6, 2008
While there are a few historical references to women, gender, females and girls in the 90-page report by the Independent Panel on Canada’s Future Role in Afghanistan, how the current situation affects them is not seriously explored. Neither is what Canada can do about it. As the political parties debate about our involvement, there is one unanswered question: How central an issue do we really consider the future of women there to be? read more
People
Viola Desmond, unintentional revolutionary
by | Jan 29, 2008
On November 8, 1946, a woman bought a ticket to a movie. She sat down in the theatre. She was told to move. She didn’t. The theatre manager went outside, found a police officer, and the two men roughly threw her out. Then she was arrested. Charged. Thrown in jail. Found guilty of an astonishing crime. Viola Desmond demanded justice. She did not receive it. This is how the segregation laws of Nova Scotia started to crumble. This is what too many of us don’t know. This is our history. read more
Ideas
section 15 of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms
Jan 28, 2008
This is the equality rights section of Canada’s Charter of Rights and Freedoms. read more
People
activist: Aoua Bocar LY-Tall, making the connections between environment and the treatment of women and girls
by | Jan 14, 2008
What does the status of women and girls – especially as reflected in female genital mutilation – have to do with global warming? Or with planting North American seeds in rural Africa? In fact, they have everything to do with one another. read more
Reviews
feisty, intelligent, must-read Canadian feminist bloggers, an incomplete beginning
by | Dec 13, 2007
There are so many blogs to choose from, it can be hard to know where to start. Before it launched, section15.ca regular contributor May Lui checked out the scene, and reported on some of the highlights that stood out for her. read more
News
feminist bloggers face online harassment
by | Nov 22, 2007
While it is being used against feminists, the borderless Internet also serves as a way to counter attacks. Canadian bloggers are using the medium to connect with each other in this country and around the world. They are learning ways to respond, developing networks, and breaking away from feelings of isolation – of being alone in the struggle. read more
Ideas
at the forefront of a growing need: Dr. Ina Cummings and palliative care in Canada
by | Oct 19, 2007
The need for end-of-life care is growing as Canada’s population ages. Despite the increasing need for palliative care, it’s been hard to get the public involved. According to Dr. Ina Cummings, “There’s still a major hesitation because none of us really want to think about the possibility that life can end. It’s not something we want to face until we absolutely have to.” Yet not dealing with it has particularly harsh results for women – as both patients and caregivers. read more
News
will athletic association’s backlash backfire in Winnipeg?
by | Oct 15, 2007
Last September, Winnipeg twins won the right to play boys’ hockey. The association that blocked them from the game in the first place is now appealing the Manitoba Human Rights Commission decision. When she heard about the appeal of the case, Justine Blainey had some advice for Amy and Jesse Pasternak. “To the girls: don’t give up - it’s getting up from the checks of life that makes us stronger!” read more
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Seasonal Feature
February 2: Imbolc – Groundhog Day
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Groundhog Day, is the modern version of St. Brigid’s Day and Imbolc (or Candlemas). A time of intuition and looking forward, it is held that the groundhog comes out of her hole and looks for her shadow. If she sees it, she knows there will be six weeks more of winter. The spirit of life is born at the winter solstice when the sun begins its gradual return. In February, at Imbolc, the earth, the physical, has its first experience of life stirring deep within, waiting to appear in the spring. read more