Public seating is critical in creating a welcoming, comfortable, and safe environment that people want to relax and linger in. Here are 8 characteristics of quality public seating that caters to the needs of women, girls, and gender-diverse people.

The Board is pleased to announce Michelle Bilek as Women in Urbanism Canada’s new Executive Director and first employee. Learn about her background and experiences that will help shape the future of the organization.

Women in Urbanism Canada strongly encourages Ontario Minister of Transportation, Prabmeet Sarkaria, to put the brakes on Bill 212 and invest in active transportation infrastructure for everyone.

Navigating the city with a child can be one of the most unexpectedly challenging parts of parenthood due to inaccessibility, lack of infrastructure, and social isolation.

Car-free streets are inclusive for all genders and ages. They are also safer, more enjoyable, and healthier than their alternative.

Bogotá is home to a city-wide cycling network that covers more than 600km of streets – making it the most extensive in Latin America and one of the largest in the world.

Women in Urbanism Canada hosted its first-ever Annual General Meeting in April 2024. The meeting included speakers, organization updates, and voting on key matters.

While rarely the face of Canada's homeless crisis, many women experience homelessness. The lived experiences of women who sleep rough differs significantly from those of men. On top of challenges of obtaining basic necessities, women who are unsheltered must also deal with gendered obstacles such as menstruation, threats of violence, and pregnancy.

Women across the country are making remarkable impacts and progress to transform Canadian cities. Help us celebrate just a few this International Women’s Day.

Advocacy at its core is expressing belief in something. It could be as simple as sharing a well-written article to introduce new ideas or raising a hand in a work meeting. Advocacy is for everyone, and it does’t have to be difficult.

We are pleased to announce the three incredible women that have recently joined our board of directors. Learn about their backgrounds, experiences, and skills that are set to help shape the future of the organization.

The closure of Portage and Main pedestrian intersection in 1976 remains a contentious and a gendered issue today. Those who advocate for opening the intersection continue to push for improved safety, accessibility, and downtown vibrancy.

Enjoy a curated list of our favorite news stories, articles, projects, and resources that have crossed Women in Urbanism Canada’s feed in 2023.

A brief summary of the virtual workshop Gender-Based Placemaking at Edworthy Park.

Women have to go to the washroom more frequently, they have to wait in lines longer, and they spend more time using the washroom compared to men. Here are eight reasons why most public washrooms are not working for women.

A brief summary of the virtual workshop, some of the key takeaways, and the video recording.

You may experience an overwhelming sense of peace and happiness, frustration and irritation, accomplishment and defeat, and laughter while biking with your child.

A brief summary of the virtual workshop, some of the key takeaways, and the video recording.

As recently introduced laws and policies across North America attempt to regulate queer people's access to healthcare, public space, and gender expression, the fight for representation and inclusion in cities continues.

We are excited to announce our three-part virtual workshop series based around themes of sustainability, inclusivity, and placemaking in public parks across Canada.