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Women in Canada face more financial barriers to healthcare than many realize—especially when it comes to basic health needs like menstrual products. These essential items are often unaffordable for low-income families, highlighting the reality of gendered poverty.
To help address this issue, Child and Family Services of Grand Erie (CFSGE) launched the Nurture Her Project with support from the Shoppers Foundation for Women’s Health. The initiative provides critical health products to women and girls in Norfolk, Haldimand, Brantford, Brant County, and the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation—many of whom live independently with little financial support.
“Many families must choose between women’s health, feeding their children, or paying rent,” said CFSGE Executive Director Sally Johnson. “Women’s health often gets neglected.”
The Nurture Her Project aims to change that. By offering essential care items, the program helps women feel supported and empowered to prioritize their well-being.
The Shoppers Foundation has pledged $50 million by 2026 to support programs that break down healthcare barriers for women. Through its Community Grants Program, it helps organizations like CFSGE ensure that women’s health remains a priority in communities across Canada.
Written by Georgia Chambers and Jeremy Hall