Leadership

We convene cross-sectoral groups to identify systemic issues, promote knowledge sharing and improve collaboration. We believe that preventing and responding to violence against women requires an approach in which different sectors are informed and working well together.

public policy consultation hosted in 2021

community agencies engaged in community planning in 2021

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cross-sector meetings facilitated in 2021

Written Submissions & Policy Briefs

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WomanACT Written Submission – Consultation on the Toronto Police Service Board: 2025-2028 Strategic Plan

WomanACT’s feedback to the Toronto Police Service Board’s 2025–2028 Strategic Plan is the result of a collaborative process informed by the lived experiences and expertise of survivors, frontline organizations, researchers, […]

WomanACT Letter to Premier Ford On Reviving Bill 173 – The Intimate Partner Violence Epidemic Act.

On April 11th , WomanACT submitted a formal letter to Premier Doug Ford and all Members of Provincial Parliament, calling for the revival and passage of Bill 173 — The […]

WomanACT Written Submission to the Toronto Police Service Board

On November 12th, 2024, Harmy Mendoza, the Executive Director of Woman ACT, spoke at the Toronto Police Service Board Meeting about the increasing incidents of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) and […]

WomanACT and Right to Housing Toronto Written Submission to the City of Toronto’s Planning and Housing Committee – PH16.4 – Implementing a Rental Renovation Licence Bylaw to Address Renovictions, 2024

Housing stability plays a crucial role in the safety and well-being of survivors of gender-based violence (GBV). When faced with renovictions, many women and gender-diverse individuals experience increased housing insecurity, […]

WomanACT’s Written Submission for the Study on Intimate Partner Violence – Standing Committee on Justice Policy

On August 14th, 2024, WomanACT’s Executive Director, Harmy Mendoza, spoke at the Province’s Standing Committee on Justice Policy as part of their study on Intimate Partner Violence (IPV). WomanACT emphasized […]

The Current State of Intimate Partner Violence in Ontario – Bill 173 Research and Resources

The development of the “Bill 173 – The Current State of Intimate Partner Violence in Ontario” resource package has been a collaborative effort with our members and community partners. Their […]

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A Joint Statement From The Toronto GBV/IPV Working Group On The Elimination Of The Minister For Women And Gender Equality Canada

A Joint Statement From The Toronto GBV/IPV Working Group On The Elimination Of The Minister For Women And Gender Equality Canada. Women’s rights and safety are non-negotiable. As professionals working […]

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Snap Election Called: WomanACT Calls for Strong Commitments to Gender Equity and Violence Prevention

PRESS RELEASE: TORONTO, ON – On Sunday, March 23rd, 2025, a federal snap election was officially called, with Canadians set to go to the polls on April 28, 2025. Since the […]

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Mind the Gap: The Motherhood Penalty and the Future of DEI in Canada

TORONTO, ON – At WomanACT, we train community, corporate, and government partners on the challenges women and gender-diverse people face in the workplace. A key part of this involves helping participants […]

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Community Advocates Call on Ontario to Declare Intimate Partner Violence an Epidemic as the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence Begins

TORONTO, ON – WomanACT stands with community advocates to call for the Ontario government to take decisive action by passing Bill 173, formally declaring Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) an epidemic. As the global 16 Days […]

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Uniting For Change: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Sheds Light on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women

As the nation prepares to observe the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we emphasize the critical importance of this day in shedding light on the heartbreaking issue of missing […]

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Financialization of Purpose-Built Rental Housing

WomanACT’s submission for the National Housing Council’s Review Panel on the Financialization of Purpose-Built Rental Housing. Financialization is a growing trend toward the use of housing as an investment to […]

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WomanACT Members

WomanACT members are non-profit agencies, charitable organizations, public agencies, corporations, associations and individuals who are committed to furthering WomanACT’s mission and vision. We work closely with our members to better understand the issues impacting our communities, and use a collective voice to advocate for change.

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Members

Abrigo Centre

Access Alliance Multicutural and Community Services

Aura Freedom International

ACT – AIDS Committee of Toronto

Barbra Schlifer Commemorative Clinic

Canadian Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse (CNPEA)

Catholic Children’s Aid Society of Toronto

Catholic Family Services of Toronto

Child Development Institute

Children’s Aid Society of Toronto

COSTI

CReid Consulting

Elizabeth Fry Toronto

Ernestine’s Women’s Shelter

Family Service Toronto

Greek Orthodox Family Services & Counselling

Interval House

IQ Business Events

KCWA Family and Social Services

Nellie’s

North York Women’s Centre

Oasis Centre des femmes

Parkdale Queen West Community Health Centre

PeopleSense™ Foundation

Project iRise

Sistering

Scarborough Women’s Centre

South Asian Women’s Centre

Uber Canada

Victim Services Toronto

West Neighbourhood House

Women’s Habitat of Etobicoke

WoodGreen Community Services – Homeward Bound

Yorktown Family Services

YWCA Toronto