130 releases issued in the specified time period for Status of Women
School Helps Women Run for Elected Office
Status of Women
October 7, 2009 3:35 PM
STATUS OF WOMEN--School Helps Women Run for Elected Office
The Nova Scotia Campaign School for Women will teach women how to enter a political race and plan a campaign.
Le Conseil élit sa première présidente acadienne
Status of Women
April 30, 2009 1:33 PM
CONDITION FÉMININE--Le Conseil élit sa première présidente acadienne
Le Conseil consultatif sur la condition féminine de la Nouvelle-Écosse a élu une présidente acadienne pour la première fois depuis sa création il y a 30 ans. Jean d'Entremont, de la région d'Argyle, a été installée dans ses nouvelles fonctions aujourd'hui 30 avril à Province House, à Halifax.
Council Elects First Acadian Chair
Status of Women
April 30, 2009 1:32 PM
STATUS OF WOMEN--Council Elects First Acadian Chair
The Nova Scotia Advisory Council on the Status of Women has elected an Acadian chair for the first time in its 30-year history. Jean d'Entremont of Argyle was inducted to the position at Province House, today, April 30, in Halifax.
Tax Workshop for Parents, Caregivers of Children with Disabilities
Status of Women
March 25, 2009 10:53 AM
STATUS OF WOMEN--Tax Workshop for Parents, Caregivers of Children with Disabilities
Parents and caregivers of children with disabilities can attend a free tax information workshop on Thursday, March 26.
Bread and Roses Bursary to Mark International Women's Day
Status of Women
March 6, 2009 11:33 AM
STATUS OF WOMEN--Bread and Roses Bursary to Mark International Women's Day
A new student award to support women studying sciences, trades or technology at Nova Scotia Community College was announced today, March 6, to mark International Women's Day.
Stand Up to Stop Violence
Status of Women
December 5, 2008 11:09 AM
STATUS OF WOMEN--Stand Up to Stop Violence
Local and international leaders fighting violence against women urged people to make a stand at a ceremony at Province House in Halifax today, Dec. 5, to mark the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women.
Campaign School Prepares Women to Run for Office
Status of Women
October 1, 2008 2:20 PM
STATUS OF WOMEN--Campaign School Prepares Women to Run for Office
Women interested in running for elected office can participate in a non-partisan campaign school for women at no cost.
New Face on Advisory Council on the Status of Women
Status of Women
May 30, 2008 2:03 PM
STATUS OF WOMEN--New Face on Advisory Council on the Status of Women
The Nova Scotia Advisory Council on the Status of Women will
have a new face beginning Sunday, June 1. Jennie Orlando of Halifax joins the council for a two-year term, representing women in metro Halifax.
International Women's Day Celebration at New YWCA Women's Space
Status of Women
March 6, 2008 11:21 AM
STATUS OF WOMEN--International Women's Day Celebration at New YWCA Women's Space
A discussion of ways to increase the number of women involved in community and public life will headline Opening Doors, a celebration of International Women's Day, March 8.
Remembrance, United Action on Violence Against Women
Status of Women
December 6, 2007 10:43 AM
STATUS OF Women--Remembrance, United Action on Violence Against Women
Working together to stop woman abuse was the focus of a ceremony at Province House, in Halifax, today, Dec. 6.
La famille et les amis peuvent aider à éliminer la violence
Status of Women
November 30, 2007 3:23 PM
CONDITION FÉMININE--La famille et les amis peuvent aider à éliminer la violence
La publication intitulée Changer pour le mieux : un livre pour les femmes victimes de violence présente les étapes à suivre pour se protéger et se libérer de la violence familiale en Nouvelle-Écosse, et contient maintenant des renseignements à l'intention des familles et des amis qui veulent aider.
How Family and Friends Can Help Stop the Violence
Status of Women
November 30, 2007 3:18 PM
STATUS OF WOMEN--How Family and Friends Can Help Stop the Violence
Making Changes: A Book for Women in Abusive Relationships lays out the steps to safety and freedom from family violence in Nova Scotia and now contains advice and information on what family and friends can do to help.
Le Manuel du soignant maintenant disponible en français
Status of Women
October 26, 2007 3:11 PM
CONDITION FÉMININE–-Le Manuel du soignant maintenant disponible en français
Un manuel visant à aider les personnes de la Nouvelle-Écosse qui prennent soin de leur famille, de leurs amis, de leurs voisins et d'autres personnes dans leur communauté est maintenant disponible en français.
Handbook for Caregivers Now Available in French
Status of Women
October 26, 2007 3:07 PM
STATUS OF WOMEN–-Handbook for Caregivers Now Available in French
A handbook to help Nova Scotia caregivers look after their family, friends, neighbours and other people in their communities is now available in French.
30 Years Strong and Looking Ahead
Status of Women
October 9, 2007 10:17 AM
STATUS OF WOMEN--30 Years Strong and Looking Ahead
Increasing women's participation in public decision-making, engaging youth, and creating a more inclusive society are some of the issues the Nova Scotia Advisory Council on the Status of Women will explore through a forward-looking lecture marking its 30th anniversary.
New Handbook Provides Help to Caregivers
Status of Women
September 13, 2007 2:08 PM
STATUS OF WOMEN--New Handbook Provides Help to Caregivers
A new information resource to help the 36 per cent of Nova Scotians who care for family, friends, neighbours and other people in their communities was launched today, Sept. 13.
Linda Carvery Appointed Federal Citizenship Judge
Status of Women
August 21, 2007 11:07 AM
STATUS OF WOMEN--Linda Carvery Appointed Federal Citizenship Judge
Carolyn Bolivar-Getson, Minister of Immigration and Minister responsible for the Advisory Council on the Status of Women Act, congratulates council member Linda Carvery on her recent federal appointment as a citizenship judge in Halifax.
New Online Library Services
Status of Women
June 15, 2007 9:18 AM
STATUS OF WOMEN--New Online Library Services
Browse library content, request publications and ask the librarian questions online –- the new website for the Nova Scotia Advisory Council on the Status of Women allows you to do all that and more.
Guide-ressources pour filles disponible
Status of Women
May 24, 2007 3:23 PM
CONDITION FÉMININE--Guide-ressources pour filles disponible
Un guide populaire destiné aux jeunes filles, adapté aux besoins des adolescentes francophones de la Nouvelle-Écosse, sera publié le vendredi 25 mai.
Guide-ressources pour filles Now Available
Status of Women
May 24, 2007 3:19 PM
STATUS OF WOMEN--Guide-ressources pour filles Now Available
A popular guide for teenage girls adapted for French-speaking teens in Nova Scotia will be released Friday, May 25.