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Taking action to address menstrual equity

With a staggering 3 in 4 women aged 18-24 feeling compelled to conceal their periods in school and workplace environments*, we recognize the pressing need for menstrual resources in Canada.

Shoppers Foundation for Women's Health^TM is working to increase access to menstrual products and care for all women across Canada through partnerships with The Journey Neighbourhood Centre Brampton, Alberta Council of Women’s Shelters, BC Society of Transition Houses, Spruce Grove Public Library and more.

We’ve partnered with Moon Time Connections (MTC), a national Indigenous-led period equity group that strives to increase access to menstrual products and provide menstrual education. Since 2017, MTC has shipped over 4 million menstrual products to Indigenous menstruators from coast to coast to coast. And we’re donating $500,000 over two years to accelerate outreach and education programs in northern and remote communities.

Shoppers Foundation for Women's Health^TM will continue to expand our network of partners in an effort to make care more equitable and accessible so that all women in Canada can lead healthier lives.

*Plan International Canada - Period poverty in plain sight (2023)

Supporting local women’s mental health programs

The Shoppers Drug Mart^® Run for Women is the largest annual event series dedicated to women’s mental health in Canada.

Every spring, we lace up for a 5k and 10k run/walk events in 18 regions We have raised more than $16M for local mental health charities that work to improve access to mental health care and support for women across Canada.

To learn more and register for an event in your city, click the link below.

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Supporting local community partners

Shoppers Foundation for Women’s Health^TM Community Grants Program funds local charitable programs and innovation initiatives, aimed at improving access to equitable and inclusive care for all women in Canada.

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  Applications are invited from Canadian registered charities working toward health equity by addressing the areas and needs where women are underserved.

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  Grants up to $100,000 are available to ensure women can access the care and support they deserve.

Key Dates

Shoppers Foundation for Women’s Health has opened the application period for 2025 Community Grants. Grant Applications will be accepted until April 16, 2025 at 11:59 EST.

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A beauty event by Shoppers Drug Mart^®

Our annual spring, fall, and holiday Beauty Mingles make you feel great about getting gorgeous! Our Beauty Mingles offer makeovers and skin care consultation from our Beauty Specialists and all donations go to our charity partners who work to make women’s health a priority.

Thanks to your generous support, together we raised over $3.3M in donations in 2023. 100% of your donations went to help support a variety of women’s health charity partners across Canada. Your support plays a crucial role in providing access to the care and support that women need to be healthy and safe.

For event details and more information, please reach out to a beauty specialist at your local participating store.

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Why we care?

Shoppers Foundation for Women’s Health^TM believes that all women should have access to the care and support they need to be healthy and safe. But with more than 2 in 5 women experiencing some form of intimate partner violence in their lifetime, many women in Canada are suffering. Violence against women has a direct and negative impact on the health of women and their families.

Why Donate?

Every dollar counts in helping women seeking refuge from unsafe environments. Shoppers Foundation for Women’s Health^TM covers all administrative expenses of the program so that 100% of all donations made in-store and online go directly to our charity partners.

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  $20 helps provide a women access to essential personal care items

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  $50 helps provide a women access to counselling and support services

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  $100 helps move a woman and their children to safety