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’s Written Submission to Health Canada on the 2026 Men and Boys’ Health Strategy

WomanACT welcomes the opportunity to contribute to the development of Canada’s first Men and Boys’ Health Strategy. As an organization dedicated to ending gender-based violence (GBV) and advancing gender equity, […]

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 […]

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WomanACT Statement on Bill 112, Lydia’s Law (Accountability and Transparency in the Handling of Sexual Assault Cases), 2026

WomanACT welcomes the debate on Lydia’s Law at Queen’s Park and urges all members of the Legislature to support it. Lydia’s Law would bring much-needed transparency and accountability to how […]

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WomanACT Statement on Ontario’s Declaration of Intimate Partner Violence as Endemic

On November 5th, 2025 the Ontario Legislature unanimously passed a motion recognizing intimate partner violence (IPV) as an endemic, an important acknowledgment that IPV is a persistent, long-standing and systemic […]

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WomanACT Statement on the Passage of Canada’s Budget 2025

WomanACT welcomes the passage of Budget 2025 and the federal government’s continued commitment to advancing gender equality, safety, and opportunity for women, girls, and gender-diverse people across Canada. We appreciate […]

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WomanACT Statement on Federal Pre-Budget Commitment to End Gender-Based Violence

WomanACT welcomes and commends the federal government’s announcement of $660.5 million over five years for the Department for Women and Gender Equality (WAGE) in the proposed Budget 2025. This landmark […]

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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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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