In partnership with Equal Voice National Capital Region and Equal Voice Toronto, Equal Voice honours annually two outstanding candidates for their contributions to advancing women in public life.
EVE Award recipients are honoured at a special luncheon, hosted in collaboration with the Canadian Club in both Toronto and Ottawa. Recipients are chosen by each chapter in consultation with the National Office.
To read more about previous recipients, click below.
PC, former federal Cabinet Minister
EVE Award Ottawa 2010
PC, OC, former Deputy Prime Minister of Canada
EVE Award Toronto 2010
PC, CC, QC, former Prime Minister of Canada
EVE Award Toronto 2009
PC, CC, former federal Cabinet Minister
EVE Award 2006
"The only way we're ever going to achieve a more equitable distribution of the social costs of perpetuating the species is for women to be sharing our experience-informed perspectives in the corridors of power."
"Equal Voice is about change. Changing the face of Parliament, the composition of our legislatures and municipal councils, so that the incredibly diverse voices of women are well-represented at every committee meeting, debate, Cabinet discussion and vote. We should expect no less of our democracy or ourselves."
"We need more women elected so young girls can have more role models. Electing more women isn't just a desire, it is a necessity for Canada's future. "
"I applaud Equal Voice for its efforts to portray images of strong, dynamic women leaders, regardless of political party affiliation, embedding a national consciousness that women’s leadership makes a difference and matters to all. We don’t have to “Be Her”, but we will celebrate her, write a cheque for her and vote for her. Let’s break the glass ceiling in Ottawa."
"Canadians' support for electing more women from coast-to-coast-to-coast is so encouraging! Join EV so that we can further empower Canadian women to have their voices where it counts - at the political decision making table. Let's make this happen and ...now!"
"Women's participation and leadership is fundamental to our democracy. It's not always easy but more women in politics gives us the potential and possibility of the best possible contribution to progress in society."
"I want to see more women in politics so that that one day it will no longer be acceptable for the media to concentrate on a female politician's appearance rather than her policies. I believe EV can, and does, help shape the media's portrayal of women in politics."
"Increased involvement of women in political leadership roles strengthens Canadian democracy."
"Everyone’s life is affected by politics and so everyone should be part of the process. Equal Voice is about ensuring women’s voices and ideas are heard."
"It makes a difference and Canada is still lagging in this important measure of democracy."
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Thanks also to the Government of Canada (Status of Women & Canadian Heritage) for their financial support.