Letter from the Honourable Tanya Fir

Every year on March 8, Albertans join communities around the world in celebrating International Women’s Day. It is a moment to honour women’s achievements, recognize ongoing challenges and reaffirm our shared commitment to building an Alberta where every woman can thrive.

This annual milestone offers us the opportunity to reflect on the remarkable contributions women have made across generations and to celebrate the strength, leadership and resilience that continue to shape our province today.

For many Albertans, especially women 55 and older, International Women’s Day carries a unique significance. Your experiences have been forged through decades of change, advocacy, innovation and community leadership. You have shaped families, workplaces, neighbourhoods and public life in ways that continue to influence our collective story.

Many readers of this magazine have charted paths during times of rapid social change. You have cared for neighbours, raised children, supported partners, volunteered your time, launched businesses and nurtured community building. You have pushed for safer communities, better opportunities and a brighter future for Alberta. These contributions deserve recognition and celebration! I encourage you to take time this month to reflect on your journey, on your successes and the difference you have made in the lives of others. Share your stories widely. Younger women and girls benefit immensely from hearing them. Your perspective helps shape a future where every woman feels empowered to participate fully and confidently.

Alberta’s government remains committed to ensuring women and girls can thrive at every age. That includes strengthening women’s safety, expanding economic opportunities and supporting access to education, training and careers in all sectors.

When women succeed, our province is stronger, more innovative and more compassionate.

As we celebrate International Women’s Day, I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the women who built Alberta into the place it is today. Thank you for your determination, your leadership and your unwavering commitment to your communities.

Happy International Women’s Day!

Honourable Tanya Fir

Minister of Arts, Culture and Status of Women