QSA's Week in Social Issues (#5, 2025)
New funding for immigrant women in Quebec; $87M climate action support; Inuit Nunangat Policy Directive; $360.6M for malnutrition; PSW agreement in NW Territories.
Start Date: 2025-02-01
End Date: 2025-02-07
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Canada Invests to Increase Opportunities for Immigrant Women
The Canadian government announced an investment of $287,639 to support immigrant women in Quebec, as part of a larger $100 million initiative. This funding, administered through the Fédération des communautés culturelles de l'Estrie, aims to tackle systemic barriers impacting immigrant women by improving their access to resources and career opportunities. This initiative is expected to enhance women's economic security and prosperity, contributing to a more resilient economy in Canada.
Sources: Announcements: www.canada.ca
Canada Allocates $87M for Climate Action Initiatives
In a move to support climate action and economic resilience in vulnerable regions, Canada has announced over $87 million in development assistance. This funding is designed to empower marginalized communities affected by climate change. Key Canadian and international organizations will implement initiatives in several countries to improve livelihoods, supply chains, and biodiversity conservation.
Sources: Announcements: www.canada.ca
