Women's History Month (Oct) and Person's Day (Oct 18)

A description of the life of Irene Parlby, one of the Famous Five, who was also a Member of the Legislative Assembly for Alberta and a supporter of eugenics.

This is a 1974 CBC archive video about Nellie McClung's mock parliament of 1914 and her work as a suffragist.

A 20 minute documentary focuses on McClung's whirlwind career as women's suffrage and temperance activist set her place as one of the most important women in Canadian history.

A biographical sketch of Henrietta Muir Edwards, a political activist, who was one of the Famous 5

This lesson includes a Heritage Minute video about Emily Murphy and her quest to have women recognized as "persons" in Canada. There are also learning resources for teachers to access.

This video celebrates Nellie McClung's mock parliament as she fought for the right of all women to vote in Canada.

A short biographical article about the life and achievements of Louise McKinney, one of the Famous 5.

October 18 is Persons Day in Canada! It marks the day in 1929 when the historic decision to include women in the legal definition of “persons” was handed down by Canada’s highest court of appeal.

This video from the Government of Canada describes the most famous tea parties in Canada. Learn about the Famous Five, their tea parties, and their fight to have women recognized as "persons" under the law.

A brief article from the Canadian Senate about why the Persons Case is an important Canadian legal decision