Radicle Personhood™
In 1929 the historic decision to include women in the legal definition of “persons” established the concept of universal “personhood” and meant that women could no longer be denied rights based on a narrow interpretation of the law.
We can thank Nellie McClung, Louise McKinney, Henrietta Edwards, Emily Murphy and Irene Parlby, the mothers of gender quality in Canada, who fought for woman’s suffrage, and a universal definition of personhood that included all Canadians.
Since 1929 women have made transformative gains for themselves in government, the economy, labour market and broader society and the communities they are part of.
Join us
for a celebration
Radicle Personhood™
Including an insightful look at the significance of the famous “Persons Case”, what it meant for women in 1929 and what it means for all persons today.
We will discuss how employment and human rights law works for women, all persons, at work, the progress that has been made, and what is yet to be done.
October 16th, 2025
5:30pm - 9:00pm EST
the great hall, 227 Bloor St. e
6:00pm - 7:30pm EST VIRTUAL
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Radicle Personhood 2024:
What they said
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Elenor Q.
A couple of weeks ago, I was introduced to Kadie Ward Philp, MBA and I got to say she was the energy you needed for a mid-week event. 🎉 🥳 By far one of the best events I've been to filled with passionate energy and wisdom.
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Cenobar P.
I had the genuine privilege to attend the Radicle Personhood event. thank you to Samantha Seabrook who delivered an inspiring keynote. I cannot express how uplifting it was to attend the event.
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Ircilia I.
What an amazing Persons Day event. I am grateful to the incredible speakers and for the learning opportunity.
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Ilona O.
The Garden of Even's Persons Day has set a high standard for events on leadership. I came away with fresh insights that are challenging me to rethink familiar concepts in profound ways. This was an inspiring, mind-opening experience—one I’d recommend to anyone, regardless of gender.
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Jenna K.
was a remarkable evening, reminding us of the trailblazers of the past, while recognizing the work that still needs to be done.
Radicle Personhood™ 2025 invites you to celebrate and explore what it means to be a person today.
Event Highlights include:
Hear from Leaders at the forefront of employment and human rights law to learn about the importance of the famous “Persons Case” and how it impacts workers today.
Tangible and applicable knowledge of how employment and human rights law protects women, and all persons, at work.
Practical tips and tricks on how to stand up for yourself in the workplace.
An understanding of how historical biases and mores have shaped today’s workplaces and how to navigate and transform them to reach your full potential.
Authentic networking and connections in a creative space with mid-level to c-suite executive women and men.
A bespoke, energetic celebration of Personhood with the Garden of Even™ Art Exhibition and programming. Food and beverage included.
Speakers
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Samantha Seabrook
Founder, Seabrook Workplace Law
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Juliet Turpin
VP, Lean In Canada
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Kadie Philp
Founder, Garden of Even
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program
5:30 - 6:00pm: Registration (light refreshments served)
6:00 - 7:30 Radicle Personhood Programming
Hear from a former Deputy Judge, and preeminent employment lawyer and Founder of Garden of Even for an insightful look at the significance of the Persons Day case, what it meant for women in 1929 and what it means for persons today. Be inspired to think about what it means to be a person today with a signature Garden of Even Keynote. More details coming soon.
7:30pm - 9:00 pm LIVE ONLY Persons Day Cocktail Reception and Celebration
Celebrate personhood, network and make authentic connections in a creative space with mid-level to c-suite executive women and men where all persons are seen, heard, and celebrated. This will be a bespoke, energetic celebration of Personhood with the Garden of Even™ Art Exhibition and programming. Food, beverage and entertainment included.
The Venue
Join us in the historical Cody Hall and The Great Hall at 227 Bloor St. East. Both spaces were designed by E.J. Lennox, the architect of old city hall and Casa Loma. Celebrate personhood in the elegant english gothic Great Hall with cathedral ceilings, stone columns with carved capitals, and skylights letting in the natural light with the Garden of Even™ Art Exhibition and programming.
Premium food and beverage included.
The venue is a block away from the Bloor/Yonge and Sherbourne subway stations.
Radicle Personhood
2024 Highlights
YES! I’m ready to Attend
Radicle PErsonhood!
Why Radicle?
Seeds can be buried in the ground for hundreds, even thousand years before taking root and starting to grow. The seed lies dormant nourishing itself while waiting for a miraculous combination of variables including soil composition, light and moisture. The radicle first root lets the seedlings hurriedly stretch in all directions, quickly take root, and thrive.
Stories are our roots. They drive communication. They drive individual identity and social cohesion. We actively construct and tell stories about ourselves to others. Yet, those stories are influenced by broader narratives that are invisible to us.
The Garden of Even™ and Radicle Personhood™ aim to set the story straight by examining what we believe to be true about women and men, and how that has shaped the labour market, economy, and how we categorize and value people based on gender and race. Understanding where the root of inequity comes from means we can “re-root” to cultivate a better environment for all persons to thrive.
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