Please join us in welcoming Interim Executive Director Shannon Daub to the West Coast LEAF team! Shannon brings a strong background in social justice policy work, and we're incredibly fortunate to have her leadership. Welcome, Shannon!

⏰ Today is the final day to register for our upcoming AGM on October 16! All are welcome to attend this free event, where you'll get to discover more about West Coast LEAF, learn about our brand new economic justice fact sheets, AND hear an amazing panel discussion: westcoastleaf.org/AGM-2025/

Are you an experienced, values-driven leader with a passion for equity and social justice? Applications are now open for West Coast LEAF's Director of Strategic Operations position. Apply by November 7 to join our team: westcoastleaf.org/job/director-of-strategic-operations/

Need another reason to RSVP for our upcoming AGM? Look no further than our incredible panelists! Register before October 13 to learn how you can deepen your understanding of the pay and income gap and support advocacy for economic justice: westcoastleaf.org/AGM-2025

🚨⚡️Make your voice heard this Wednesday! RSVP ASAP: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

3 years ago, alongside a circle of cherished Indigenous Advisors, we began enacting Changing Tides: An Action Plan to Dismantle White Supremacy, Settler Supremacy, and Anti-Indigenous Racism at West Coast LEAF. Today, we’re sharing the report back on our journey: westcoastleaf.org/changing-tides/

☎️ ⚡☎️ ⚡ On October 8, help flood the Attorney General’s phone lines to demand a repeal of the name change ban! Use your voice to stand for basic human rights and let them know that everyone deserves a name. 🔗 RSVP at westcoastleaf.org/phone-zap

Don't miss out! There's still time to register for our upcoming AGM: westcoastleaf.org/AGM-2025 📣

The surveillance of pro-Palestinian protests raises serious concerns about systemic discrimination. We echo the calls of @bccla.bsky.social and @pivotlegalsociety.bsky.social for an independent review by someone with real knowledge of anti-Palestinian racism & human rights: tinyurl.com/4pc9wuvk

Check your inboxes to see if you're one of the lucky winners! 👀🎊 Thank you to everyone who updated their membership or joined for the first time to enter the draw - hopefully we see you all at our AGM on October 16: www.westcoastleaf.org/AGM-2025/

Across BC, there are widespread barriers to accessing safe shelters, which violates human rights and causes immense harm. Join West Coast LEAF and the Society for Narcotic and Opioid Wellness to take action and envision a safer future for all: westcoastleaf.org/sheltersurvey

You’re invited to our AGM on October 16! Members AND non-members are welcome to attend this free event at Creekside Community Centre for an evening of chats, facts & snacks, featuring a panel discussion & the launch of our factsheets on economic justice! Register today: westcoastleaf.org/AGM-2025

Canadian governments have started using the notwithstanding clause as if it’s a hall pass to violate our rights without any accountability. We’re not(with)standing for this! Charter rights are ours to protect. ✏️Sign the People's Pledge: bccla.org/campaign/wer...

Do you love advancing gender justice AND limited edition feminist art?? Join West Coast LEAF as a member (or renew your existing membership) by Sept 16 and you'll be entered into a draw for one of our last screen prints! Donate any amount to become a member: www.westcoastleaf.org/become-a-member

Become a West Coast LEAF member today and join a community of gender justice advocates fighting for just society! Support our work for transformative social change, vote at our upcoming AGM, and much more. Donate any amount to become a member: www.westcoastleaf.org/become-a-member/

Yesterday, gender justice and anti-violence organizations across British Columbia met with Canada’s Minister for Women and Gender Equity. Our unified message: gender equality is not optional. 🔗 Read the statement: westcoastleaf.org/WAGE-statement/

This Pride, join us in calling for the province to repeal the 2024 changes to the Name Act, a harmful ban that violates the human rights of the queer, trans, Indigenous, sex work, and survivor communities: westcoastleaf.org/name-act

The federal government is planning to cut 80% from the Department of Women and Gender Equality. These devastating cuts would harm women’s health, safety, and economic security. Tell your reps: reverse the cuts & recommit to gender equality: rb.gy/a5tei1 #DemandBetterToday

On June 26, Melanie Lecoy, with support from Keeping Families Together and West Coast LEAF, hosted the first ever Stolen Children Vigil to honor children stolen by the family policing, adoption, incarceration, and immigration systems. Deep thanks to our speakers and attendees!

Earlier this week, we sent a letter to the Chief Coroner of BC, joining BWSS in calling for an inquest into the femicide of Bailey McCourt and urging them to establish a standing Gender-Based Violence Death Review Committee. Read the full letter: westcoastleaf.org/work/letter-to-coroner-on-ipv/

New Anti-Racism report on pay equity shows that stronger pay equity laws need to have the "teeth and mechanisms" to mandate employers to close the wage gaps, says West Coast LEAF lawyer Humera Jabir. Watch the CBC interview now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=xKCl... #BCPoli #PayEquity #EconomicJustice

Two weeks left to apply for West Coast LEAF's Interim Executive Director position! Apply now to join our team of gender justice advocates: westcoastleaf.org/job/interim-executive-director-1-year/

We're turning forty! We've been advocating for gender justice since 1985, and while a lot has changed during that time, our dedication to advancing gender justice has not. Join us in pushing for bold, transformative change for the next 40 years! Become a monthly donor today: westcoastleaf.org/donate

Are you an experienced leader with a deep commitment to intersectional gender justice? Applications are now open for West Coast LEAF's Interim Executive Director position. Apply by July 23 to join our team: westcoastleaf.org/job/interim-...

After over nine years with West Coast LEAF, our Executive Director, Raji Mangat, has announced her departure from the organization. Please join us in wishing Raji farewell and all the best in the next chapter of her journey! Read her message here:

We are joining nearly 200 organizations in calling on the government to Withdraw Bill-2. This Bill would put more people’s lives at risk and allow for human rights abuses. Use this template from the Migrant Rights Network to write a letter to you MP: migrantrights.ca/actionslist/...

Join us on June 26th for a Vigil for Stolen Children in Vancouver to honor & mourn children stolen by the family policing, adoption, incarceration, & immigration systems. Grandview Park, 5:30pm-7pm. This is organized as part of StolenChildrensMonth.com

We'll be presenting at Vancouver Community College nursing TOMORROW for their yearly Health for All World Cafe: The Collaborative Role of Nurses in Advancing Health Equity. Register now for online or in person: ticketbud.com/events/6d886...

We've added our name to this statement on the harmful impact that Bill C-2 could have on people who have experienced gender-based violence. Learn more on how it undermines Canada’s commitments to gender equality and human rights: www.schliferclinic.com/submissions-...

Poverty has no place in Pride! 2SLGBTQ+ Poverty in Canada: Improving Livelihood and Social Wellbeing is a community-based research project and the first study to examine 2SLGBTQ+ poverty in the country. Take part in their study: smuniversity.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...

"The Pay Transparency Act has no teeth and it has no ability to enforce the changes that we need to see to close the gender pay gap in B.C." Learn more about what West Coast LEAF staff lawyer Humera Jabir had to say about the fight for pay equity in BC: tinyurl.com/mbahjhda #BCPoli #PayEquity

A recent article that reminds us that a system of pay equity — not just pay transparency alone — is what's needed to close the gender pay gap in BC 👀 #EconomicJustice #PayEquity #EqualPay dailyhive.com/vancouver/bc...

Check out our latest interview with IndigiNews on the decision in the R.R. v VACFSS case, and why "relying on stereotypes in such decisions, far from being in the best interests of the child, is in the best interests of no one”: westcoastleaf.org/2025-media-c... #BCPoli #BCNews #FamilyPolicing

Huge shout out to all the moms, aunties, grandparents, families, kin, and communities raising the next generation! We're proud to walk alongside you in the fight for human rights and family well-being. #MothersDay #FamilyWellbeing

Read more about R.R. v VACFSS and how the BC Court of Appeal's decision highlights the need for greater accountability for a system that continues to inflict harm on Indigenous families: westcoastleaf.org/work/r-r-v-v... #BCPoli #HumanRights #FamilyPolicing

Breaking: The BC Court of Appeal released a pivotal decision in R.R. v VACFSS that upholds human rights protections for families facing discriminatory practices by the family policing system. Read the press release: westcoastleaf.org/rr-v-vacfss-decision #BCPoli #HumanRights #FamilyPolicing

Round up of Nakba commemoration events:

Last year, we made a submission to the BC Law Institute's study on parentage, and we're happy to see that new legislation out of the Yukon takes up similar reforms to better support diverse families: yukon.ca/en/news/incl... (1/2)

Six years after the national inquiry’s findings, fewer than one per cent of recommendations have been implemented. #reddressday #mmiwg thetyee.ca/News/2025/05...

today is the National Day for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives. I created this mini guide as a resource to increase awareness, share education, and provide links to resources to get involved. #MMIW #MMIR #NoMoreStolenRelatives

Economic injustice disproportionately impacts people who are marginalized based on gender. This May Day, and every day, we stand in solidarity with workers around the world. #MayDay2025 #InternationalWorkersDay #EconomicJustice #PayEquity #GenderEquality

We're excited to announce the launch of the Access Toolkit, designed specifically for parent’s counsel navigating child and family services proceedings. The toolkit provides practical tools, legal strategies, and insights to keep families connected.🌱✨ Explore: westcoastleaf.org/work/the-acc...

Today! Don't miss our Access Matters webinar at 1 PM PT. Get your zoom link to attend here: https//us02web.zoo...

“The time is now for the Government of B.C. to establish a dedicated provincial strategy for community-based, trauma-informed sexual and reproductive health care." #BCPoli globalnews.ca/news/1110303...

This National Volunteer Week, we want to celebrate the substantial impacts of our volunteers! So many talented people contribute time and expertise to our Board of Directors, Indigenous Advisory Circle, events, and as pro bono counsel. We couldn't do it with you! Thank you! #NationalVolunteerWeek

We’re just under a week away from the Access Matters webinar on April 28! This is your chance to learn advocacy tips to keep families connected and overcome barriers to meaningful access issues within the colonial legal system. RSVP: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

📢*BREAKING* UN Committee Slams Canada on Arms Exports Following IHRP report, UN Disability Rights Committee highlights the role of Canada’s arms exports to Israel in human rights violations against persons with disabilities in Gaza.🔗uoft.me/CRPDreport

ICYMI: Read West Coast LEAF Staff Lawyer Bety Tesfay's comments on the punitive responses of the family policing system, also known as the child welfare system. www.kelownacapnews.com/local-news/b...

This Equal Pay Day, call on the BC government to prioritize economic justice and well-being for ALL! Marginalized workers deserve fair pay, economic supports, and a future free from systemic discrimination! #EqualPayDay #PayEquity #WageGap #BCPoli westcoastleaf.org/equal-pay-da...

Today is Equal Pay Day in BC-the day that marks how far into this year a racialized & gendered person must work to earn what a white man made last year. We’re long overdue for bold, systemic change. Demand economic justice, today & every day! 📣 #EqualPayDay westcoastleaf.org/equal-pay-da...