Senator Paulette Senior

Yesterday, I asked the Government Representative about the exclusion of Black Canadian voices on the Ministerial Advisory Council for Rights, Equality & Inclusion. I asked Senator Moreau, when will this grave oversight be corrected.

Last week, I spoke with grade 8 students at Bell Highschool about the role of the Senate in our democracy. It’s always a pleasure to engage with the next generation & share the work Senators are doing to serve them as Canadians. Thank you to SENgage & Mme. Fuisz for facilitating this conversation!

Last week, I asked Minister of Health Marjorie Michel about health equity and issues impacting Black, Indigenous, racialized & gender diverse folks in Canada’s health care system. Watch the full question here: tinyurl.com/senatequesti...

This week, women & allies across the world celebrated International Women’s Day. I made a speech in the Senate, encouraging each of us to take meaningful action towards gender equity in Canada.

Yesterday, I successfully introduced an amendment to part 5 of Bill C-12, Strengthening Canada’s Immigration System & Borders. I spoke about the harmful consequences the information sharing regime would have on 2SLGBTQIA newcomers, naturalized citizens & permanent residents.

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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 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...