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Canada Appoints Rechie Valdez to Boost Gender Equality

5/19/2025

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Canada has welcomed Rechie Valdez as the new Minister for Women and Gender Equality in Prime Minister Mark Carney's cabinet, reviving a crucial role that was unexpectedly cut in March 2025. Feminist organizations are celebrating this decision, recognizing it as a vital move towards championing women's rights and advancing gender equality in the country.

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Canada has welcomed Rechie Valdez as the new Minister for Women and Gender Equality in Prime Minister Mark Carney's cabinet, reviving a crucial role that was unexpectedly cut in March 2025. Feminist organizations are celebrating this decision, recognizing it as a vital move towards championing women's rights and advancing gender equality in the country.