National Organization of Immigrant and Visible Minority Women of Canada

The National Organization of Immigrant and Visible Minority Women of Canada (NOIVMWC) is a Canadian women's organization founded in 1986.[1][2] The NOIVMWC has been active in advocating for pay equity and the rights of refugees.[3][4][5][6]

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In 2006, the organization undertook a project entitled "Creating Employment Opportunities for Immigrant Women," which held consultations with immigrant women and employers in metropolitan areas.[7]

References
  1. "National Organization of Immigrant and Visible Minority Women of Canada." Canadian Women's Health Network. 2012. Accessed 28 August 2020.
  2. "Quest for peace and equality: Patsy George's 2011 international women's day speech." Postmedia News. 8 March 2011.
  3. McNenly, Pat. 7 May 1987. "Coalition launches fight against new refugee bill." Toronto Star. p. A7.
  4. York, Geoffrey. 31 July 1992. "Bill threatens refugees' rights, churches say." The Globe and Mail. p. A4.
  5. "Threat of federal election should not delay introduction of new pay equity law." Canada NewsWire. 4 May 2005.
  6. "Media advisory - Opposition parties call for new pay equity Canada NewsWire. 2 May 2007.
  7. Bose, Anu. 31 January 2007. "Immigrants deserve level playing field" [letter]. Ottawa Citizen.


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