

Signed proclamation PDF file (441 KB)
Download the full stories and slideshow PDF file (7 MB)
Last year, with help from the Museum of Vancouver, we curated a photo exhibition featuring over 30 engaged residents and organizations that have been instrumental in advancing gender equity within our city.
About the museum slideshow
This slideshow aims to honour the leadership and contributions that women and people of marginalized genders give to Vancouver as activists, workers, artists, entrepreneurs, caregivers, educators, and volunteers.
It also aims to highlight the work of Indigenous people, Black people, and people of colour, whose experiences of gender inequities are intrinsically connected to colonization and racialized violence.
As we reflect on progress made, we encourage everyone to celebrate the courage and determination of our local change makers, both past and present. We will continue to grow this list in the future and welcome your suggestions below.
Preview the slideshow below, and read their full stories and slideshow PDF file (7 MB).
Beyond March 8
While International Women’s Day is a global occasion to celebrate women and people of marginalized genders, the work to achieve gender equity goes on throughout the year.
Colonial and patriarchal structures continue to oppress racialized peoples and people of marginalized genders. These systems impact people’s ability to access safety, employment, justice, health care, housing, education, and reproductive rights.
We are committed to promoting equity and justice, and continue to work to address these systemic and structural oppressions that perpetuate inequities.
Learn more about the steps we're taking in advancing gender equity and anti-racism.
Contact us
External Relations and Protocol
erp@vancouver.ca