FEWO Committee Meeting
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Minutes of Proceedings
Liberal
- Terry Duguid, Parliamentary Secretary — Non-Voting Member
Conservative
It was agreed, — That in relation to its studies of economic security of women in Canada and Indigenous women in the federal justice and correctional systems, the analysts and the Clerk, in consultation with the Chair, prepare a press release, and that the press release be considered by the Committee prior to publication on the Committee’s website or distribution.
It was agreed, — That the Clerk and the analysts, in consultation with the Chair, prepare tweets on the work of the Committee.
It was agreed, — That, pursuant to Standing Order 108(2), the Committee undertake a study, for the duration of six (6) to eight (8) meetings, on barriers facing women in politics, including, but not limited to:
- barriers in the candidate recruitment and selection process, male-dominated professional networks, and mentorship opportunities;
- barriers in the House of Commons, such as party discipline, gender-biased media treatment and inequity in professional development and support.
And that the Committee report its findings to the House; and that the Committee request a government response to its report.
At 4:42 , the sitting was suspended.
At 4:47 , the sitting resumed.
The Committee commenced consideration of a draft report.
At 5:26 , the Committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.