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Politics in Canada: Why do we need more Women to lead

March 21 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Join Wilfrid Laurier University Waterloo Campus for a thought-provoking discussion on the importance of women in leadership roles in Canadian politics.

Presenter: Kate Graham

Panel Include:

Natasha Salonen

Elected the first female Mayor of Wilmot in 2022, making her the youngest female mayor in Ontario history.

Meena Waseem

Civic engagement advocate and Waterloo District School Board Trustee. Named one of Canada’s Top 100 Most Powerful Women

Sneh Duggal

veteran political journalist and Deputy Editor of The Trillium

Come  engage in meaningful conversations, and be part of the movement towards a more inclusive and diverse political landscape. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn, connect, and empower women in politics!

Event Details:

The event will be located at Laurier Senate and Board Chambers

please contact [email protected] for any further questions

Organizer

75 University Avenue West Waterloo, ON N2L 3C5

Venue

Wilfrid Laurier University Waterloo Campus
75 University Avenue West Waterloo, ON N2L 3C5 + Google Map

 

Important Dates to Remember

Provincial Elections:

  •     Provincial Election Day: June 2nd 2022
  •     First date to submit nominations: Nominations can be submitted anytime
  •     Last Day to submit nomination by email and such: May 3rd 2022
  •     Last day to submit nomination to local Returning Officer: May 12 2022

Municipal Elections:

  •     1st date to submit candidacy:  May 2nd 2022
  •     Last date to submit candidacy: August 19th 2022, 2pm (also last day to withdraw a candidacy)
  •     Candidates are certified: August 22nd
  •     Municipal Elections: Oct 24th 2022, 10am -8pm (subject to local rules)