Marches in Regina, Saskatoon, Toronto advocate women's rights

Despite frigid temperatures, marches in Regina and Saskatoon drew approximately 100 supporters each for women's and gender-diverse rights as part of a global Women's March initiative. Organizers emphasized the importance of raising awareness about issues such as missing and murdered Indigenous women, high rates of intimate partner violence, and reproductive rights. The theme for this year's marches was 'Our bodies, our future,' highlighting ongoing challenges and solidarity with U.S. movements following the overturning of Roe v. Wade. In Washington D.C., the Women's March, rebranded as the People's March, saw similar motivations as demonstrators rallied against the return of former President Trump and the implications for women's rights. Activists across various locations voiced concerns about the potential impacts of political changes on women's rights in both the U.S. and international contexts. The gatherings served as reminders of the importance of continued advocacy for gender equality and protection of rights.