This program is designed to equip Indigenous women, Two Spirit and gender-diverse individuals with the skills, knowledge, and resources they need to run for political office in Canada – This includes municipal, provincial, federal and Indigenous leadership elections. Equal Voice is a multi-partisan organization and this program will provide the opportunity to hear from elected officials and experts from all political parties and spheres.

This program consists of 5 online sessions including a mix of group exercises, guest speakers, and networking opportunities with other Indigenous leaders from across Canada.

Each session is approximately 2 hours for a total of 10 hours of learning over 5 weeks. Participants will receive a comprehensive workbook to guide them through the sessions.

This 5-session program costs $150 and bursaries are available.

Session 1: Before the Ballot
Sunday October 5, 12-2pm ET
Explore your "why", understand where you fit on the political spectrum and learn about the things you need to do before you announce your run. We will also talk about the nomination process and how one logistically gets their name on a ballot.

Session 2: Mobilize Your Team
Sunday October 19, 12-2pm ET
Learn about different campaign team roles, traits and skills to look for, as well as tips on how to recruit/retain volunteers.

Session 3: Raise Your Profile
Sunday October 26, 12-2pm ET
Strategies on how to build your overall network and canvassing for votes.

Session 4: Media & Mass Communications Confidence
Sunday November 2, 12-2pm ET
Define your brand, reach larger audiences, and gain confidence with public speaking and media interviews.

Session 5: Campaign Fundraising & Budgeting
Sunday November 9, 12-2pm ET
How much will you need, where will you get it, and what are the rules?

Program Cost:

• The program fee is $150. Don't let cost be a barrier - Financial assistance, as well as childcare subsidies are available upon request! No questions asked. Please indicate interest for these items in the program registration form.
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• FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
  We know money can be tight sometimes — especially in this economy — but it shouldn’t stop you from exploring your political aspirations or curiosity. We believe in removing barriers that prevent women from accessing education and professional development opportunities. If you need financial support to attend campaign school, we can help. We offer financial assistance through a reduced course rate, plus travel and childcare subsidies if needed.
  We will be reviewing scholarship applications for the Campaign Schools on a need basis, with limited spaces available. When registering, please select “Attendee – Scholarship” and complete the form questions by October 21, 2025.
• Please note that completing the form does not guarantee enrollment. We will contact you directly to confirm if you qualify for a scholarship or subsidy to attend.
  
  
• WHEN & WHERE
  This campaign schools will run every Sunday from October 5 to November 9, 2025 @ 12pm - 2pm EST on Zoom in English only.

To participate, you will require access to the internet, Zoom, a microphone, and a web camera.