Senator Paulette Senior

As this month comes to a close, I’d like to wish you all again a Happy Black History Month.

Happy Black History Month! Today in the Senate I spoke about how Black Canadians have played an integral role in shaping Canada. Together, we reflect & celebrate those contributions

Happy Holidays ! Wishing you all an abundance of joy and peace.

I was recently honored to receive the Community Impact Award from the Ontario Chamber of Commerce.

I spoke with CEO Daniel Tisch about my journey in leadership, economic empowerment & community advocacy.

Watch the full interview here: tinyurl.com/OBAAinterview

Last week, my Senate Colleagues and I met with Minister of Women and Gender Equality Rechie Valdez. It was a great opportunity to have a dialogue about the issues facing women and gender-diverse people in Canada today.

This week I asked the Minister of Jobs and Families Patty Hajdu about the status of the childcare agreements with the provinces and territories. #SenCA

36 years ago, the lives of 14 brilliant young women & the promise of their potential, were brutally taken from them and from us. They will never be forgotten. In their names, we commit to actto ensure that the promise of current & future generations of young women is realized.

Last week, I paid homage to the people in Jamaica, Haiti and Cuba who were devastated by Hurricane Melissa. This historic storm has taken precious lives & destroyed critical infrastructure relied on by millions of people. Watch my full statement here: tiny.cc/senvu%E2%80%9D

During these 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, let's take meaningful action that delivers change. Action that goes beyond 16 days & invests resources in grassroots, community based initiatives to end all forms of gender-based violence at home & abroad.

This week in the Senate, I asked the Government to expand on how new budget funding may advance gender equality in Canada, and if cuts will impact Canada’s Feminist International Assistance Policy.

Indigenous woman in uniform holding flags

On this Remembrance Day, we honour all veterans with pride. Importantly, we recognize the adversity faced by Black, Indigenous & gender-marginalized service people & their resolve to serve their nation with integrity and dignity.

This week, I spoke in support of Bill S-222- Vote 16 Act. This bill represents a trust in the energy, the intelligence and the passion of the next generation of Canadian leaders. Thank you @senmarilou.bsky.social for championing this initiative.

Yesterday I co-hosted a Roundtable on Foundation-Government Collaboration. Foundations are deeply embedded in communities and can inform policy with on-the-ground insights, helping government better serve those most in need.

Canada’s Feminist International Assistance Policy isn’t just about values, it’s about what works.

In the Senate yesterday, I called for #FIAP to stay at the heart of how we build peace, prosperity & progress—at home and abroad. @carecanada.bsky.social #SenCA #OnPoli

Happy International Day of the Girl! Today, I had the pleasure of meeting and conversing with bright Canadian students & their teachers about how girls can continue being leaders in our communities. #Girl2Leader

"We need to have more women elected, because we can create the right policies in order to have a better gender balance in politics." — @senatorsenior.bsky.social on women in leadership roles, at 8pm with @namshine.bsky.social at AMO | Producers: @britweaver.bsky.social & @mayaabramson.bsky.social

I was honoured to speak as a panelist at AMO’s Women’s Leadership Forum. It was an impactful conversation highlighting the gaps facing women in leadership spaces & the strides we are making forward.

August 1st is Emancipation Day – the anniversary of when Britain’s Parliament abolished slavery in 1834. Today and every day I honour and commemorate my ancestors and those who paved the way for freedom. Let us act collectively to end anti-Black racism and demand justice.

Happy Canada Day 🇨🇦!

Yesterday I spoke in the Senate about the Equality Fund.  It is a success story of Canadian leadership advancing gender equality in Canada and around the world. Here’s an excerpt from my speech.

As we mark day two of the G7 Leaders Summit, here are more of GEAC’s 2025 recommendations.

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The G7 has officially begun! Here are a few more of GEAC’s 2025 recommendations.

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In anticipation of the G7 Leader’s Summit I will be sharing a glimpse of GEAC’s 2025 recommendations for the G7 leaders.

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As Vice-Chair of the 2025 G7 Gender Equality Advisory Council (GEAC), I was pleased to speak in the Senate about GEAC’s recommendations for G7 Leaders at the upcoming summit in Kananaskis, Alberta. tinyurl.com/G7GEAC

I am pleased to sign my name to the Parliamentary Civility Pledge. This initiative calls on us to support each other and uphold the highest standards of conduct. Read more here: tinyurl.com/Parliamentar...

Thank you to the Canadian Congress on Inclusive Diversity and Workplace Equity for hosting a lecture in memory of George Floyd. I was honoured to speak on the importance of remembering George Floyd and the injustice of his tragic death while continuing our fight for justice.

I recently attended the 5th Senate Social and launch of Model Senate, an initiative meant to engage more than 100 Canadian students and young people in our democracy. I met and spoke with many vibrant and intelligent young leaders.

This week my Senate colleagues and I had a productive visit to Edmonton. We met with Alberta MLAs to discuss issues affecting Black Albertans. We visited the Africa Centre for a tour and discussions and also explored the Alberta Machine Intelligence Institut (@amiithinks.bsky.social).

Thank you NACO Canada for this honour! Building a nation like Canada is an inclusive effort that I am proud to be a part of. I have seen firsthand that investing in women is investing in a better world. I applaud NACO’s leadership to support entrepreneurs in Canada.

It was an honour to attend the launch of Toronto’s first-ever Black Maternal Health Week at North York General Hospital. Read more about it here: bmhcc.ca