Plan tackling gender-based violence needs funding renewed, say advocates amid concerns over budget cuts

With the issue at 'epidemic levels' in Canada, advocates are worried about the national plan's future with funding sunsetting by 2027.

Women and Gender Equality Minister Rechie Valdez expressed support for the plan during a recent meeting of the federal, provincial, and territorial ministers in Yellowknife. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

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BY RIDDHI KACHHELA

July 30, 2025

As the Liberals focus on “nation-building” projects and commit to significantly increasing defence spending, women’s advocates are raising the alarm about the expiry of funds for programs that address violence against women and girls across Canada.

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