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Simon urges Canadians not to stay silent on matters of misogyny

Support women for a better future, Governor General says on International Women’s Day
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Governor General Mary Simon arrives to a luncheon to mark International Women’s Day, in Ottawa, Friday, March 8, 2024. The luncheon was presented by the Canadian Club of Ottawa and the Women Heads of Diplomatic Mission in Ottawa. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick

Supporting women leads to better futures for all, Canada’s Governor General said Friday as she reflected on her experience as a woman in power.

Mary Simon was the guest of honour at a Canadian Club event hosted by the Women Heads of Diplomatic Mission in Ottawa to mark International Women’s Day.

Throughout her career, Simon said, she’s watched as women in leadership positions frequently inspire and mentor other women to follow their lead.

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