The Walrus Talks at Home: Inequality

Income inequality, the gap between the rich and poor, has been increasingly widening, and the pandemic has exacerbated this issue, both in Canada and around the world. Racialized communities and women bear the brunt of this disparity due to job insecurity, child care demands, a lack of access to health care, and a lack of education, to name a few of the problems.

Every year, Oxfam reports on the state of global wealth disparity. And as part of their effort to shine a spotlight on this issue, Oxfam Canada presents The Walrus Talks at Home: Inequality, where five speakers from different backgrounds and communities will come together to discuss this global issue.

Join us to learn about the current economic system, its effects on multiple segments of society, and what an economy that benefits everyone—not just a select few—can look like.

Featuring five-minute talks and Q&A with:

Alejandra Alayza, Head of Office, OXFAM Perú

Erica Ifill, Journalist, Economist, Co-host of the Bad + Bitchy Podcast, and Founder of Not In My Colour

David Macdonald, Senior Economist, Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives

Candice Shaw, Executive Director, Ottawa Rape Crisis Centre

Claire Trottier, Philanthropist and Tax Justice Advocate

Wednesday, January 19, 2022

7:00 p.m. ET - The Walrus Talks at Home begins

8:00 p.m. ET - The Walrus Talks at Home ends

About The Walrus Talks at Home

Inspired by our beloved national live event series, The Walrus Talks at Home brings you the same diversity of expertise and perspectives in a streamlined digital format that you can join anywhere with a Wi-Fi connection. The best part? You’ll always have a front-row seat from the comfort of your own home!

These sixty-minute events feature thought leaders and industry experts talking for five minutes each, offering different perspectives on topics that will spark conversation on matters vital to Canadians.

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We strive to be accessible and inclusive. If you require support to be able to fully participate in this event, please contact events@thewalrus.ca or (416) 971-5004, ext. 247.

Live captioning will be available for this event.