Women’s History Month
October is Women’s History Month in Canada, a time to celebrate the women and girls whose leadership, innovation, and determination have shaped Canada’s past, are driving change today, and are building a stronger future for everyone.
Celebrate
This month is about highlighting the achievements of women and girls, past and present, who have shaped Canada in fields like politics, science, arts, business, and the economy.
Discover the stories of remarkable Canadian women on the Women of Impact in Canada gallery.
Inspire future generations
By showcasing role models, Women’s History Month encourages girls and young women to see themselves as leaders and changemakers. Greater representation empowers individuals, fuels innovation, and drives economic growth.
Share the stories of women trailblazers you know or admire.
Continue to make history
In 1992, the Government of Canada designated October as Women’s History Month. Women’s History Month coincides with Persons Day, the commemoration of the 1929 “Persons Case,” when the Famous Five fought to have women legally recognized as persons under the British North America Act, securing the right to sit in the Senate.
Women’s History Month also shines a light on the inequalities women still face, such as wage gaps, underrepresentation in leadership, and barriers to entering and advancing in the workforce, and the need to work together toward lasting change.
Take action to advance gender equality in your community.
Ways to get involved
- Follow us on Facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn
- Share Women and Gender Equality Canada’s social media posts throughout October or start a conversation using our social media shareables below with the hashtag #WomensHistoryMonth
- Use Women’s History Month virtual meeting background below during your virtual meetings
- Visit the Women of Impact in Canada gallery, which recognizes the contributions and achievements of exceptional women and girls who have made an impact in the economy, politics, the arts and sciences, and countless other fields
- Celebrate International Day of the Girl Child on October 11, a day dedicated to celebrating the voices and power of girls, championing their rights worldwide, and reflecting on the challenges they continue to face because of their gender
- View Women in Canadian History: A Timeline to learn more about notable events in Canadian women’s history
- Celebrate Persons Day on October 18, and learn more about the history of the Persons Case in Canada, which paved the way for women's increased participation in public and political life
Digital toolkit
Download these Women’s History Month visuals and use them on your website, social media channels or virtual meetings.
Download all visuals (ZIP – 2 MB) or choose the content that is most important to you based on your needs.
How to save images to your computer or mobile device
(1) Select image
On a PC: Right-click on the image you want to download.
On a Mac: Hold down the Control key (Ctrl) and click on the image you want to download.
On a mobile device: Tap and hold the image you want to download until the menu appears.
(2) Choose “Save as”
The options on the contextual menu will vary, depending on which web browser you’re using. Some browsers may say “Save as” while others may say “Save image as” or “Save picture as.”
(3) Rename the file (optional)
A dialogue box will open, giving you the opportunity to change the file name or keep it as is.
(4) Choose a destination folder
Specify a location to save the downloaded image and click “Save.”
Web banner
Text version – Web banner
Women’s History Month. Map of Canada made of colourful squares including stock images of women, followed by the Canada wordmark.
Use this banner for your web or intranet content.
Facebook and LinkedIn
Text version – Facebook and LinkedIn
Women’s History Month. Map of Canada made of colourful squares including stock images of women, followed by the Canada wordmark.
Use this image for your Facebook and LinkedIn content.
Text version – Instagram
Women’s History Month. Map of Canada made of colourful squares including stock images of women, followed by the Canada wordmark.
Use this image for your Instagram content.
Printable information factsheet
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Text version – Printable information factsheet
The bilingual Women and Gender Equality Canada signature and a map of Canada made of colourful squares including stock images of women.
Women’s History Month
October is Women’s History Month in Canada
Celebrate
This month is an opportunity to honour women and girls, past and present, who have who have built a more inclusive Canada, while also recognizing the work still needed to remove barriers so that everyone can participate fully in Canada’s social, cultural, and economic life.
Discover the impact of remarkable Canadian women.
Inspire future generations
By showcasing role models, Women’s History Month encourages girls and young women to see themselves as leaders and changemakers. Greater representation empowers individuals, fuels innovation, and drives economic growth.
Share the stories of women trailblazers you know or admire.
Continue to make history
Women’s History Month also shines a light on the inequalities women still face, such as wage gaps, underrepresentation in leadership, barriers to entering and advancing in the workforce, and the need to work together toward lasting change.
Take action to advance gender equality in your community.
Did you know?
Women’s History Month coincides with Persons Day, the commemoration of the 1929 “Persons Case,” when the Famous Five fought to have women legally recognized as persons under the British North America Act, securing the right to sit in the Senate.
The Canada wordmark.
Additional resources
Features
Women of Impact in Canada
An online gallery celebrating women’s achievements and contributions to Canadian society
Women in Canadian History: A Timeline
A timeline of women’s contributions and important milestones in women’s rights throughout Canadian history