Macrohistories & Contextual Events

“Much Struggle Characterized by the Usual Persecution”

The Early History of Women’s Medical Schools

While some male doctors advocated for women’s medical education, many others were threatened by the presence of Stowe and her colleagues. Using biological, religious, and social arguments, they framed women’s entry into medicine as a breakdown of social order and professional standards.

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Transcendent Citizens

The National Council of Women in Canada

Championing equality for over a century, the National Council of Women of Canada remains a powerful—yet sometimes polarizing—voice in shaping policy and advocating for women’s rights across the nation.

Historical Articles

Canada’s Long Fight for Reproductive Rights

A Journey Towards Equal Access

In 2025, a quick search on Google for “Canada Reproductive Rights” immediately brings up ample information about access to several services. Such easy access to information about reproductive rights wasn’t always the case.

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Eugenics and the Famous Five

Part 1: The Historical Context

Each member of the Famous Five fought tirelessly for the rights of women, particularly suffrage (women’s right to vote), in the early 20^th century and are rightly celebrated for this achievement. Yet there is an unsettling side to their activism, too.

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Eugenics and the Famous Five

Part 2: Eugenic Feminism and The Famous Five

Perhaps one of the Famous Five’s lasting contributions to history is to remind us to critically examine – both as individuals and as a society – what biases may be informing our best intentions, especially those promoted in the name of progress.

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