Minister of Labour, Seamus O’Regan Jr.: "Tampons and pads are basic necessities. So we’re making sure they’re provided to workers at no cost because it will result in healthier and safer workplaces."
Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, Marci Ien: "Today, we are taking another step toward advancing menstrual equity and gender equality in Canada. Access to menstrual products is a basic necessity and a crucial aspect of promoting the sexual and reproductive health and rights of Canadians. Ensuring that workers have access to free menstrual products in federally regulated workplaces is just one of many ways we can support women, girls, trans, and non-binary individuals who menstruate."
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, Jenna Sudds: "Providing menstrual products at no cost, in addition to other essential sanitary items, is a logical step. Our government is leading by example in addressing menstrual equity and encourages other businesses to consider how they can promote gender equality in all workplaces."