It’s Friday! TGIF! Did You Know…
* 1967 – Founding of the Royal Commission on the Status of Women in Canada
The 1960s was a period of dramatic change and upheaval in Canada, as it was in most western nations. As the civil rights and peace movements gained momentum, so too did the second wave of the women’s movement, bringing with it pressure to advance equality for women. The post-war boom had seen a growing number of women choosing higher education and paid employment over traditional roles, while others were demanding recognition for their work in the home and greater sharing of responsibilities between women and men. Continue reading “John’s Believe It Or Not… February 16th”