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Overview
Aboriginal women face additional barriers: If women face
barriers in the workplace, then Aboriginal women face a cement ceiling and those with
disabilities face double, triple jeopardy, say two First Nations women.
Minister’s Message
Taking the first steps: For many women, the idea of re-entering the
workforce is intimidating. For women in shelters, it can be overwhelming. Brandon’s
Samaritan House gives women the confidence and skills they need to take their first steps
on the road to employment.
Cracker’s Bistro experiment a winner: In 1994, Cracker’s
got its launch when Ernie Arnal proposed turning a classroom at Windsor Park Collegiate
into a small diner. The Texas native, who had 20 years of experience in Special Needs
Education, was new to the St. Boniface School Division, but she already had an idea. Her
objective was to give mentally challenged young adults, aged 16 to 21, a chance to learn
skills for independent living by operating a restaurant.
Career consultant shares views on women in today’s workplace:
The workplace in 2002, although improved, still contains contradictions and challenges
for women, says Barbara Bowes, a well-known career advisor, human resource professional
and local newspaper columnist.
Simple steps for a better work environment: It’s important
for all women, whatever their work, to make sure they use simple exercises and precautions
to help improve their well-being and safety in the workplace says Winnipeg physiotherapist
Ruth Wingertner. Two of the most common hazards for women are stress and repetitive strain
injury.
Employment program helps jobseekers find work: Rita Chahal has
come full circle with Employment Projects of Winnipeg (EPW). She first discovered EPW as a
client, later supported its work as a volunteer board member and is now the
organization’s executive director.
In conversation with social activist Joan Johannson: Joan
Johannson understands the feelings of anger and despair created by poverty because she has
experienced it herself. When a search for a book that could help her deal with poverty
proved fruitless, she decided to write one herself. Discovering the Bright Warrior -
Confessions of a Social Activist talks about what it means to be a poor Canadian today and
challenges stereotypes.
Consultation, outreach create priorities: Public consultations
and outreach initiatives will guide the priorities of the Manitoba Women’s Advisory
Council over the next year, says council chair Kim Clare. Last year, outreach meetings
were held in Brandon, Thompson, Dauphin and Winnipeg.
Family law booklet now on Internet: The Public Information – Family Law in
Manitoba (1999) booklet is available via the Internet in French at: http://www.gov.mb.ca/justice/family/familylawbook99.fr.pdf
and in English at: http://www.gov.mb.ca/justice/family/family.html
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Overview
Ross Shaped Women’s Health Care: Profile of the
late Anne Ross, social reformer and driver of the Mount Carmel Clinic in Winnipeg. The
Clinic, which celebrates its 75th anniversary October 3, pioneered community
and women’s health services with Ross leading the way.
RHA Addresses Women’s Health Needs in South Westman: Penny
Sorensen, one of only three women CEOs in Manitoba’s Regional Health Authority
structure is firmly committed to addressing the health needs and concerns of all
Manitobans, Sorensen believes that more women are being recognized for the qualifications
and skills they can bring to administrative and decision-making positions within the
Regional Health Authorities.
Women Encouraged to Apply to RHA Boards: The Manitoba
Women’s Directorate encourages women to apply for positions on Regional Health
Authority (RHA) boards. Board participation allows women to bring a perspective to issues
that might otherwise not be considered and ensures women’s voices are heard and their
priorities noted.
Programs Update: The Women’s
Directorate’s Trade Up to Your Future pre-trades training program for women starts
phase three this fall at Winnipeg Technical College. With over 4,100 women having
participated in the Power Up! Computer training program, the course was a true success for
the Women’s Directorate.
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Overview
Long-Time Activist Uses Words to Initiate Actions: The
current honourary president of the Manitoba Association for Rights and Liberties and past
president of the Canadian Civil Liberties Association, Dr. Shack continues, in her own
way, to advocate for women’s rights. As author of several books, and numerous
articles, she has publicly examined the changing role of women in education and business.
Minister’s Message
History of International Women’s Day: Every year, on March
8, millions of women and men around the world celebrate International Women’s Day. It
is a day to celebrate the progress women have made in achieving equality, as well as to
recognize the challenges that still exist.
Winnipeg Women Advocate for More Responsive Health Care: Consultation
on the ‘Health Concerns of Women Living in Winnipeg’, held in January, brought
together individual women, women’s organizations, the Winnipeg Regional Health
Authority and the Manitoba government to address mutual concerns regarding women’s
health.
Women’s Personal Stories Highlight Quest for Economic Independence:
The Symposium on the Economic Status of Women, hosted by the Manitoba Women’s
Directorate, offered its over 200 participants a chance to both share their views about
women’s economic situations, and help inform future public policy.
Council Thrives With Clare at the Helm: Kim Clare
describes her first year as chairperson for the Women’s Advisory Council as both
challenging and rewarding as the Council continues to deepen its knowledge of emerging
concerns for Manitoba women through community consultation and research.
Quilt Artisan Celebrates Suffrage: Marilyn Stewart
Stothers is a unique local artist whose canvas is fabric and whose brush is a needle and
thread. The Winnipeg Mother and Grandmother has inspired many with her quilt art.
Training for Tomorrow Scholarship Awards Program Celebrates Future
Leaders: The newest Training for Tomorrow Scholarship Awards recipients. The
scholarships are awarded to women entering full-time, two-year diploma programs in math,
science and technology courses.
Changes in Maternity Leave Benefits: A shorter qualifying
period for collecting Employment Insurance and a longer maternity/parental leave spell
good news for new parents in Manitoba.
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