Engagement activities between Veterans Affairs Canada and stakeholders on issues such as health, social or economic needs unique to women Veterans.
The council will provide the Minister of Veterans Affairs with insight on specific initiatives and priority areas from each member’s lived experience.
On 9 and 16 February 2023, the Minister of Veterans Affairs hosted the third forum for Women Veterans and 2SLGBTQI+ Veterans.
In 2020 Veterans Affairs Canada hosted a series of 4 virtual events focused on Women and LGBTQ2+ Veterans. These events provided an opportunity to continue the dialogue from the 2019 forum.
The first of its kind in Canada to discuss specific challenges women face in their lives after service.
Related information
Standing Committee on Veterans Affairs
Invisible no more. The experiences of Canadian women Veterans
Published: 2024