Equity - defined in the dictionary as "the quality of being just or impartial - fairness". We, in BPW, believe that income equity must become a reality for all but at the present time we feel this is not so, especially in the case of many seniors, especially women, who find themselves living below the poverty line and forced to live their "golden years" in need.  Pay equity is far from a reality in Canada, with many women in the workforce still earning a percentage of what their male counterpart earns. The self-employed and business owners, many of them women entrepreneurs, also face particular challenges. They cannot contribute to the Employment Insurance fund and thus have no access to EI benefits such as maternity/parental leave or the Compassionate Care-givers Leave.

Together with members of other organizations concerned with these issues, BPW Canada will work towards lobbying our Government to see that income equity issues are pursued and dealt with fairly. On this page, we will post resources that will help clubs work on these issues, and will bring you updated reports as we continue with our pursuit of INCOME EQUITY. Please let us know of your issues and concerns in this area.