Here’s how Parliament can tackle the rise in anti-feminist ideology

Require parties to run equal numbers of men and women, including in winnable ridings. Those that fail to comply forfeit their right to compete. Period.

The House Status of Women Committee, chaired by Conservative MP Marilyn Gladu, centre, examining the threats that anti-feminist rhetoric pose in an increasingly online world is a recognition of how high the stakes are, writes Shari Graydon.The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Opinion

BY SHARI GRAYDON

February 16, 2026

“Your body, my choice—forever.”

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