TORONTO, March 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Thousands are expected to gather on Saturday, March 7, 2026, for Toronto's 48th annual International Women's Day (IWD) March and Rally — the longest-running annual IWD rally in North America. Under this year's theme, “Rise and Resist: Uniting for a New World,” participants will call for gender equality and social justice amid growing economic inequality, attacks on trans and non-binary communities, rising right-wing movements, and the climate crisis. The rally features a dynamic lineup of speakers, headlined by Nicaraguan-Canadian comedian, activist, and playwright Martha Chavez. Representatives are available to speak in advance of the event or afterwards. Organized by a broad coalition of community groups, students, and trade unions, the annual event draws thousands committed to building a more just and equitable world. EVENT DETAILS What: 48th Annual International Women's Day Rally & March MEDIA CONTACT Carolyn Ferns
(The United Steelworkers union is a member of the coalition).
When: Saturday, March 7, 2026
11:00 a.m. Rally | 1:00 p.m. March (Eastern)
Where: OISE, 252 Bloor St. W., Toronto
March concludes at Toronto Metropolitan University
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