Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Building Capacity of Fire Service Women BC (Society)
Agreement Number:
WP240113
Agreement Value:
$131,802.00
Agreement Date:
Sep 1, 2024 - Mar 31, 2026
Description:
Through this 19-month project, Fire Service Women BC Society will build its capacity to advance gender equality. It will address the gaps in leadership opportunities and supports for the advancement of women in the fire services field. The project will include the development of a strategic plan and financial sustainability framework, strengthening of the organization's governance capacity, and updating of governing bylaws and policy guidebook to support the organization's ability address the unique needs of women in fire services
Organization:
Women and Gender Equality Canada
Expected Results:
Women and stakeholders have access to supports to address issues relating to equality between women and men.
Location:
Pemberton, British Columbia, CA V0N 2L0
Reference Number:
001-2024-2025-Q2-00016
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Recipient's Legal Name:
Fire Service Women BC (Society)
Program:
Women's Program
Program Purpose:
The purpose of the Women’s Program is to advance equality for women in Canada by working to address or remove systemic barriers impeding women’s progress and advancement. The WP supports the Government of Canada’s goal of advancing gender equality in Canada. It is consistent with Government of Canada priorities related to economic prosperity, and supports Canada’s international commitments related to gender equality.