Gender equality should not be an afterthought, it's the backbone of a strong economy. The federal government's newly-announced cabinet eliminated the Minister for Women and Gender Equality, signalling a troubling shift in priorities. Full statement: buff.ly/16mOqic

⚡Anti-poverty advocates from across Canada are convening in Winnipeg at a pivotal time in the movement to end poverty. ⚡ Read the statement: campaign2000.ca/people-living-… #cdnpoli #endpoverty

C2K steering committee members + partners came together in #Winnipeg to strategize on the current political climate and the impacts on low income individuals + families. The weekend was hopeful and reminded us of the power in bringing people together to #endpoverty! #cdnpoli

🗳️ This federal election, let’s make the Canada Disability Benefit a priority. Tell your candidates: We need better funding, access, and eligibility. Our voices matter! 🗣️ Read more here: disabilitywithoutpoverty.ca/en/take-action… #WeAreThe27Percent #OurVoteCounts #BetterTheBenefit

Campaign 2000 made a submission to the National Housing Council’s Neha review panel, which examines the right to safe, adequate and affordable housing of women, Two Spirit, Trans, and gender-diverse people. Read the submission➡️ shorturl.at/GNf4y #endpoverty #cdnpoli

⚡NEW REPORT⚡ Between 2021-2024, Campaign 2000, Citizens for Public Justice + Canada Without Poverty, engaged 227 ppl across 17 communities to develop new indicators for #endingpoverty, resulting in a national community-based indicator framework for #SDG1 Read the final report➡️sdg.campaign2000.ca/final-report/

🗳️Today is #ElectionDay2025! 🗳️ Your vote matters: let's head to the polls and put poverty on the agenda! ➡️ICYMI, we compiled a list of election resources: campaign2000.ca/lets-get-pover… ➡️For info on how to vote, visit Elections Canada: elections.ca/content2.aspx?… #endpoverty

Missed the tax deadline? You can still file your tax return. ✅ No time limit – Even if you file late, you can still claim what you’re owed. ✅ Retroactive benefits – You may qualify for past years’ amounts. ✅ CDB eligibility – Filing is required to access the new CDB

📣 Join us May 28 in Ottawa to mark 5 years of Canada’s first right to housing law—the National Housing Strategy Act (NHSA)! 🎉 Hear from housing justice, connect, reflect & share a meal 🏠 ✅RSVP: eventbrite.com/e/135362313623… Office of the Federal Housing Advocate Advocacy Centre for Tenants Ontario

📢Exciting news! The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos will be joining our in-person panel in Ottawa (May 28) to celebrate 5 years of Canada’s first right to housing legislation—the National Housing Strategy Act (NHSA). ✅RSVP: eventbrite.com/e/135362313623… Office of the Federal Housing Advocate Advocacy Centre for Tenants Ontario

📣New from National Right to Housing Network A new Action Guide outlines steps the federal government can take in its first 100 days to address housing unaffordability and reduce poverty by tackling financialization. 🔗Learn more: housingrights.ca/wp-content/upl…

Human rights are for everyone, everywhere — no matter who you are or whom you love. This Pride Month is an opportunity to stand up for equal rights and fair treatment of LGBTIQ+ people everywhere: unfe.org via UN Free & Equal

June is #SeniorsMonth! Let’s honour and celebrate the strength, wisdom & resilience of older adults. #Healthyaging means staying active, connected & curious. Every step and activity count. Check our website to learn more about programs for seniors: lnkd.in/gjymaUQ2