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Making an equal WAGE: Monsef talks new department

As the last minister for status of women and the first for women and gender equality, Maryam Monsef says she’s cementing a path forged by her predecessors, but critics say the new mandate could 'dilute' the mission.

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BY CHARELLE EVELYN
March 20, 2019

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Making an equal WAGE: Monsef talks new department

As the last minister for status of women and the first for women and gender equality, Maryam Monsef says she’s cementing a path forged by her predecessors, but critics say the new mandate could 'dilute' the mission.

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