International Women’s Day: North America

. WOMEN’S EQUALITY . .

A press survey by CPNN

Here are the results from North America

° ° ° ° CANADA ° ° °

HAMILTON, ONTARIO

Hundreds attend the International Women’s Day panel discussion at Pier Six (Photograph by Akil Simmons) An all-women panel discussed the importance of building and supporting a strong network in recognition of International Women’s Day.

MONTREAL, QUEBEC

A large crowd of demonstrators marched in downtown Montreal Sunday to mark International Women’s Day. The event was organized by Femmes de diverses origines, which describes itself as a “grassroots, anti-imperialist network.” Photo by Allen McInnis /Montreal Gazette

OTTAWA, ONTARIO

At the National Arts Center, a room full of powerful women marked International Women’s Day with connection, collaboration and a shared commitment to lift each other higher. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA

Upwards of 100 people gathered in downtown Vancouver to mark International Women’s Day. Across the globe, women and girls continue to face discrimination, violence and systemic barriers. Those gathered for Sunday’s demonstration pushed for further change and gender equality.

° ° ° ° UNITED STATES ° ° °

BOSTON

Demonstrators march during Sunday’s International Women’s day rally on Boston Common. (Libby O’Neill/Boston Herald). The march focused on anti-war messages.

CHICAGO

Protesters march north on Dearborn Street during the International Women’s Day March in Chicago on Sunday, March 8, 2026. Protesters denounced President Trump for his party’s limits on abortion access, sweeping immigration raids that have separated families and his inclusion in the Epstein files. Credit: Talia Sprague for Block Club Chicago

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LOS ANGELES

The Alliance of Women Directors marked International Women’s Day with an inspiring and thought-provoking salon in Los Angeles, bringing together filmmakers, actors, storytellers, and industry professionals for an afternoon dedicated to conversation, community, and creative leadership.

MINNEAPOLIS

Crowds gathered in Minneapolis today for the International Women’s Day march, coming together to celebrate women’s achievements.

NEW YORK CITY

Photograph of the International Women’s Day march in Washington Square Park, New York City (USA). The march culminated in a political rally denouncing the Trump administration, which they described as “fascist.” Photo: EFE/Ángel Colmenares

PHILADELPHIA

People from a coalition of groups rally at city hall for International Working Women’s Day, aiming to honor the historical contribution of working women and highlight ongoing struggles.

SAN FRANCISCO

People came out to speak out and speak up in San Francisco on International Women’s Day. Demonstrators rallied and marched through Union Square, calling for not only the protection of women’s rights, but opposition to federal actions. “I’m out here today for women’s rights, for all human rights,” Lacey, from the East Bay, said.

UNITED NATIONS

UN Secretary-General’s message on International Women’s Day: statement on rights, justice and action for all women and girls.

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