Gender Discrimination In Canada

In 2001, a gang of homophobic people in Stanley Park, Vancouver beat a man named Aaron Webster to death using baseball bats. They killed him simply because he was gay. This is just one example of how hard life was for many LGBT people in Canada in the past. Some of the reasons for these difficulties were because those who were gay were discriminated against, simply because they did not fit society’s criteria of “normal”. Also, it was illegal to get married to someone of the same sex, until 2005. Lastly, those who were gay had unequal rights, compared to others. The changes in laws since 1969, to a large degree affected the LGBT community of Canada, with the guarantees of equal rights to all without discrimination, and the passing of the civil

Through the Contemporary Women’s Issues in Canada course, various topics related to gender inequality were discussed. Due to a long history, of sexism and misogyny in many aspects of Canadian society, outdated behaviours and thoughts have prevailed in many aspects of society. Three main topics that are central to achieving gender equality are gendered violence, gender roles and socialization, and child care.

Gender inequality has been a long part of Canada’s history with men being the dominant decision makers. Women have had to fight long hard battles and overcome numerous obstacles to prove themselves and demonstrate that they are equal to men and not inferior. Over the course of a century women have achieved suffrage and have become increasingly visible in the political and economic sectors. Despite all the achievements women have made barriers remain in effect leaving women at a social, economic and political disadvantage even in the twenty-first century. The primary obstacles in achieving gender equality are the noticeable absence of women in authoritative economic and political positions, unfair social stereotypes that are still

Our society has the belief that women have always been portrayed as weak, emotional, and powerless. Throughout this article by Tavia Grant, it shows how women do not get the same opportunities men receive. Statistically shown, women are still earning less money than men regardless to the amount of education they possess (Grant). Women are accepted to hold obligations regarding family tasks while the men do the providing in the family. The article shows the disadvantages women have in Canada compared to men, however, it also shows gender inequality and gender discrimination.

I identify as white, Christian, heterosexual, educated, abled, and middle class. It is difficult to understand the unearned privilege of these identities because I have experienced privilege my entire life. Just as with being a female or a student, I learn the roles and expectations of each identity and strive to play that role well. With a middle class economic status, my priorities are expected to be my job and my finances, as well as career growth and professional development. Black males are more likely to experience racial profiling for crimes and brutality from law enforcement. My race protects me from these injustices. I can assume that my ability to get a job, rent an apartment, or secure a loan will not be denied because of my sexual

The annual salary difference between men and women is $10,086. Imagine all the things women can do with $10,086. Discrimination against women starts at birth. Women are born into a world full of stereotypes, and women are constantly having to prove themselves. Gender wage gap has been an issue for as long as women have worked outside the home. This idea roots from systemic discrimination; too many people believe that the male is the prime provider, and the woman's role is to stay at home with the children. It is the twenty-first century now, and women are thriving more than ever.

“I raise up my voice--- not so I can shout, but so that those without a voice can be heard.

Race, gender, and class have always been prevalent in society since the beginning of time. The concept of superiority stems from these features that define human beings and thus, leads to a struggle of power and oppression. Slavery, antisemitism, and prejudice are some of many examples that have been derived from this concept of superiority. The readings posted for this critical assessment speak heavily on the natures and stereotypes that are based around the black and white males. The juxtaposition of violence and masculinity that plays a role in the lives of men resonates soundly with me and begs to ask the question “with such parallels among black and white people, why are the repercussions they face so different?”

My oppression is not always visible, but it is ever-present. I am a black, bisexual woman raised in a single parent household, and I did not know my father for the first four years of my life – and for the next 12 he was merely a child support payment and monthly visit. Therefore, my oppression is easier to identify than my privilege, but I have always been aware of my privilege and how that privilege affects my immediate environment and role I play in it as well as larger society I grew up in a racially diverse, affluent suburb with no fears of where my next meal was coming from or if the electricity bill would be paid. I was afforded quality primary school education and given the opportunity to go to college instead of worry about providing for my family. That in itself is a huge privilege.

Women discrimination is an issue because even though police society has accepted women’s position in the law enforcement, female officers still continue to face gender harassment. Sadly, sexual harassment and discrimination are the most common practiced gender inequalities in policing. Since the early years of women in policing, sexual harassment was not acknowledged as unacceptable or as criminal. There were no policies recognizing it as a problem. Consequently, female police officers were frequently encountered with verbal harassment that included vulgar language, ‘nasty’ jokes and innuendoes. This type of behavior not only made the victim uncomfortable, but also in some cases made her humiliated. Although there has been many measures taken to diminish sexual harassment and gender discrimination against women in policing the issue still remains evident.

The gender gap should be vanished. It gives inequality against women and men. It make woman feel less than man in the work place for it gives them to many obstacles .others think it’s not an important issue to talk about because they do want a change they want to stay how it has been for decades. They think that it should stay like that because it was meant to be like that. I believe there should be a change woman should fight for their right that belongs to them. Women are capable of being what they want if they have the desire and the willingness to fight for it. Therefore, it is important to close this gender gap for equality for man and woman in their education, their employment, and even their government.

Gender discrimination. Everyday, everywhere. We’ve all gone through it. But the real question is….. Which gender is discriminated against more? I for one believe that females face more gender discrimination than males do. Gender inequality is defined as perceptions of individuals due to their gender and judgements or expectations based on what society deems ‘appropriate’ for their gender. I will admit. Males are also discriminated against. But not as strongly as females. In our society, we constantly hear phrases that corrupt our expectations of women. Phrases that manipulate us to believe that there is only one gender and one gender only that is strongly discriminated against. Today, in our generation, in our community, in our society, that may as well be true.

Gender inequality in the workplace is still a reality in 2017. Year after year we receive and look at figures who confirm that much more should be done to ensure that women and men have equal access to the labor market. For a long time, the society has been suppressing women’s rights, and men are seen as figures of leadership in most countries. Although the rates of discrimination have reduced over the years, women still face major issues like sexual harassment and pay discrimination.

In a male dominated society, it is challenging for a woman’s opinion and voice to be heard, and easy for gender inequality to thrive. Women have succeeded a great amount when it comes to comparison of how they were treated in the past, both in society and under the law, but the discrimination is still significant globally, even in areas such as Canada. Under the law, all individuals are the equivalent, regardless of one’s gender, race, or background, but in society women are still not treated with the same respect as males. Regardless, of what the law or the Supreme Court of Canada states, women are still accustomed to gender discrimination in the places they work and must deal with it against their coworkers. Unfortunately, it doesn’t

Inequality is a concept which expands over different locations, societies and time in history. It surrounds us in everyday life and has become normalised to the point that one does not pay a second thought. This concept is often not recognised if not for awareness or education on the subject. Yet, it is also important to think about the causes of such outcomes, for example the use of discrimination. This divides people simply based on their race, sex, age and even gender, often making it hard to grab certain opportunities. Discrimination, in one way or another, then becomes the stem of inequalities in certain areas - such as the workplace. Specifically for the female population in several countries.