The federal government to strengthen community response to gender-based violence
Media advisory
February 25, 2026 – Toronto, Ontario — Julie Dzerowicz, Member of Parliament for Davenport, on behalf of the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), will announce support to strengthen community responses to gender-based violence.
Date: February 27, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM EDT
Location: Keele Community Hub
1652 Keele St
Toronto, ON
M63 3W3
Notes for media: Members of the media who wish to attend this event in-person must register by 9:00 AM EDT on February 27, by emailing media@fegc-wage.gc.ca.
Contacts
Chris Zhou
Director of Communications Office of the Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism)
343-551-0457
Chris.Zhou@fegc-wage.gc.ca
Media Relations
Women and Gender Equality Canada
819-420-6530
media@fegc-wage.gc.ca
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