Irene Mathyssen at the Status of Women Committee

On February 5th, 2008. See this statement in context.

February 5th, 2008 / 10:30 a.m.

NDP

Irene Mathyssen NDP London—Fanshawe, ON

Thank you, Madam Chair.

I have a number of questions.

Minister, you referenced the meeting of the UN Commission on the Status of Women in New York in late February of this year. I'm wondering what your plans are in regard to this meeting. As you indicated, the theme had to do with financing for gender equality.

Do you plan to attend the meeting? Just as importantly, does Status of Women Canada intend to support the participation of non-government groups?

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