Equal Voice

Equal Voice While much communication from Equal Voice on Facebook will be in English, participants are very welcome to post and converse in the language of their choice.

We are Canada's only multi-partisan, nationally registered charity dedicated to achieving gender balance in Canadian politics (at all levels of government) through education, training, research and network building. Follow EV on Twitter:

We’re thrilled to welcome Laurel Gillespie, MBA, CHE, as Equal Voice’s new Executive Director!Laurel brings more than tw...
08/19/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome Laurel Gillespie, MBA, CHE, as Equal Voice’s new Executive Director!

Laurel brings more than two decades of experience in executive leadership, public policy, advocacy and organizational transformation, along with first-hand experience in political life as a former provincial and federal candidate.

She joins Equal Voice at an exciting moment as we celebrate our 25th anniversary and continue advancing our Strategic Vision 2025–2030.

Please join us in welcoming Laurel to Equal Voice. We’re excited for what’s ahead!

08/17/2026

Listen to Prime Minister Mark Carney's take on why more women in office matters, and what it will take to close the gap.

Learn more about our mission at:
https://www.equalvoice.ca/

07/31/2026

What a Stampede Reception!

Another sold-out room of changemakers, political insiders, and champions of gender parity from every corner of the political spectrum, all in one place, all on the same mission.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, connected with someone new, and reminded us why this remains one of the most anticipated gatherings of Stampede season.

A special thank you to our presenting sponsor, , for making this year possible.

07/17/2026

What does it take to build the next generation of women in politics?

It start early in life and with the basics.

​Equal Voice's She Governs annual program introduces Grade 9 - 12 young people to the basics of governance, then goes deeper through model exercises, real policy discussions, and teaching how municipal leadership is a way to serve your community and neighbours.

Watch the full video to hear more from our She Governs facilitators.

https://youtu.be/UoHT62pIT30?si=vaVyQIS-OJmoUrJz

Thank you to everyone who attended our Motherhood and Politics event! 💜A very special thank you to:✨ Our Speakers: Premi...
06/29/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended our Motherhood and Politics event! 💜

A very special thank you to:

✨ Our Speakers: Premier Danielle Smith and Alberta NDP Deputy Leader Rakhi Pancholi
✨ Our Panelists: Sonya Sharp, Heather McRae, Julia Hayter, and Michaela Frey
✨ Our Moderator: Krystle Wittevrongel
📸 Photography: Jillian Faulkner
🌸 Founder and CEO of AspiHer: Desiree Bombenon

And a heartfelt thank you to Mer Yang, whose vision, leadership, and dedication brought this event to life. Your hard work made it a truly spectacular afternoon.

We are so grateful to everyone who joined us for this important conversation on motherhood, leadership, and politics. We can’t wait to see you at our next event!

Before National Indigenous History Month comes to a close, we want to honour Indigenous women who stepped into Canadian ...
06/28/2026

Before National Indigenous History Month comes to a close, we want to honour Indigenous women who stepped into Canadian politics; at every level, for their own reasons. Because it really matters.

These past and present leaders are powerfully changing what's possible for every woman and two-spirit person in this country. We've featured a few, but we celebrate the many leading their communities from coast to coast to coast.

✨ Meet the incredible panel for our Motherhood & Politics event! ✨We’re bringing together women from across the politica...
06/23/2026

✨ Meet the incredible panel for our Motherhood & Politics event! ✨

We’re bringing together women from across the political spectrum for a meaningful conversation about leadership, motherhood, and public service.

Panel Speakers:
Heather McRae – Executive Director, Office of MP Corey Hogan
Julia Hayter – MLA for Calgary-Edgemont
Rajan Sawhney – Minister of Indigenous Relations
Sonya Sharp – former Calgary Mayoral Candidate and City Councillor

📍 Where: AspiHer Business Club
139 17 Ave SW, Calgary

🗓️ When: June 27
🕚 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM MDT

🥂 Enjoy complimentary charcuterie and mimosas while connecting with community members and hearing from an outstanding panel of leaders.

*Tickets are through our link in bio- get yours ASAP!*

This event is about bringing together diverse voices to foster thoughtful conversation, connection, and gender representation in leadership. We can’t wait to see you there!

✨ Speaker Announcement ✨We are pleased to announce that Alberta NDP Deputy Leader Rakhi Pancholi will be joining us to p...
06/19/2026

✨ Speaker Announcement ✨

We are pleased to announce that Alberta NDP Deputy Leader Rakhi Pancholi will be joining us to provide a keynote address for Motherhood & Politics: A Conversation Celebrating Alberta’s Mothers!

We look forward to an engaging discussion on leadership, public service, and the experiences of mothers in Alberta. Additional speakers from across the political spectrum will be announced soon.

🌸 Date & Time: June 27, 2026 | 11:00 AM- 2:00 PM
🌸Location: AspiHer Business Club
🌸Ticket Cost: $30 (link in bio)

✨ Speaker Announcement ✨We are pleased to announce that Alberta Premier Danielle Smith will be joining us to provide ope...
06/14/2026

✨ Speaker Announcement ✨

We are pleased to announce that Alberta Premier Danielle Smith will be joining us to provide opening remarks for Motherhood & Politics: A Conversation Celebrating Alberta’s Mothers!

We look forward to an engaging discussion on leadership, public service, and the experiences of mothers in Alberta. Additional speakers from across the political spectrum will be announced soon.

🌸 Date & Time: June 27, 2026 | 11:00 AM- 2:00 PM
🌸Location: AspiHer Business Club
🌸Ticket Cost: $30 (link in bio)

✨ SAVE THE DATE: Motherhood & Politics — A Conversation Uplifting Alberta’s Mothers ✨Equal Voice Calgary is pleased to h...
06/14/2026

✨ SAVE THE DATE: Motherhood & Politics — A Conversation Uplifting Alberta’s Mothers ✨

Equal Voice Calgary is pleased to host an inspiring afternoon of connection, dialogue, and community. This gathering will explore motherhood, leadership, and public life while centring the voices and experiences of Alberta’s mothers.

🌸 Date & Time: June 27, 2026 | 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM
🌸 Location: AspiHer Business Club
🌸 Ticket Cost: $30

Join us for meaningful conversation in an elegant and welcoming space designed to uplift, connect, and inspire.

Tickets available via the link in bio — we look forward to seeing you there! 💜

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