43rd Annual Meeting of Federal, Provincial and Territorial (FPT) Ministers responsible for the Status of Women
National Leaders Meet to Advance Gender Equality and End Gender-Based Violence
The 43rd annual meeting of Federal, Provincial, and Territorial (FPT) Ministers responsible for the Status of Women was recently held in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories—bringing together leaders from across Canada to
discuss the most pressing issues facing women, girls, and gender-diverse communities.
Co-chaired by the Honourable
Rechie Valdez, Canada’s Minister for Women and Gender Equality, and the Honourable Lucy Kuptana from the Northwest Territories, the meeting focused on collective efforts to address gender-based violence, promote women
‘s economic empowerment, and tackle online safety concerns in the age of artificial intelligence.
Key highlights from the meeting include:
Progress on Ending Gender-Based Violence: Ministers reviewed the first Annual Progress Report of the National Action Plan, emphasizing the importance of coordinated, community-responsive support for survivors and service providers.
Workforce Inclusion: There was a shared commitment to improving access for women in high-growth, high-paying sectors, ensuring equal economic opportunities in an evolving job market.
Safer Digital Spaces: Recognizing the growing role of artificial intelligence, discussions also addressed online harassment and the need for better research and data to protect vulnerable communities.
Engaging Men and Boys: Ministers highlighted the importance of involving all genders in prevention efforts to create lasting cultural change.
Indigenous-Led Solutions: A dedicated meeting with Indigenous leaders focused on preventing violence against Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQI+ people, and building culturally grounded, community-led strategies.
The next FPT meeting will be hosted by the province of New Brunswick in 2026, with a continued focus on inclusive leadership and advancing gender equality across Canada.
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