As the political and economic landscape in Canada and the U.S. changes daily, engaged women have made it clear what policies will be important to them during upcoming elections.
Prioritizing prosperity: Canada’s opportunity to build
“We must capitalize right now on the opportunity to determine our own path, to ensure we manifest our economic and prosperity potential,” says Tracey Bodnarchuk, CEO of Canada Powered by Women.
Canadian energy in the crosshairs amid looming tariff threats
Affordability, economic prosperity and the future of U.S.-Canada trade relations hang in the balance nearly two weeks after Donald Trump returned to the Whitehouse.
Energy policy in Canada is getting a failing grade, according to engaged women
Canada Powered by Women has been working closely with our research partner, Leger, to develop a new framework for measuring the perception of engaged women when it comes to energy policies in Canada: the Sound Energy Policy index (SEPI).
Balancing the economy, energy security and the environment
When discussing the importance of economic prosperity, the need for energy security and the future of environmental sustainability it doesn’t take long for the conversation to transform into an either/or debate. But these topics don’t exist on opposite ends of the table.
A perfect storm?: The prime minister, the president and the prorogue
On January 6, 2025, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his intention to resign as leader of the Liberal party and the country. In his resignation speech, Trudeau announced parliament would be prorogued until March 24, giving the Liberal party time to select a new leader as Canada enters another election year.
Reflecting on 2024: What Canadian women shared about energy, prosperity and policy
As we move into 2025, Canada Powered by Women (CPW) is reflecting on the lessons and insights from a pivotal year in Canada’s energy landscape. In 2024, Canadians grappled with significant shifts in energy policy, rising costs, and the urgent need for sustainable...
From energy to outer space: Canada Powered by Women’s favourite reads from 2024
As 2024 comes to an end, the Canada Powered by Women team looked back at some of our favourite stories, documentaries and memoirs from the last year.
Energy in Ontario: How the province plans to meet growing needs
Demand for electricity in the province is projected to increase by up to 75 per cent by 2050, and Ontario is preparing to meet this challenge through an “all-of-the-above” approach to energy planning and procurement.