Grants and Contributions:

Building Capacity of Fire Service Women BC (Society)

WP240113

$209,664.00

Sep 1, 2024 - Mar 31, 2027

Through this 31-month project, Fire Service Women BC Society (FSWBC) 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 With the supplemental funds and extension provided in early 2026, FSWBC will implement a professional development program, validate and adjust the strategic plan, and build team resiliency. Through this they will further advance the capacity of the organization to support women in the fire services in BC and Gender Equality.

Women and Gender Equality Canada

Women and stakeholders have access to supports to address issues relating to equality between women and men.

Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, CA V3B 0H6

001-2024-2025-Q2-00016

Contribution

Grants and Contributions

Not-for-profit organization or charity

Increase of agreement value, Change of end date

May 1, 2026

Fire Service Women BC (Society)

Women's Program

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.