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Tenure in Canadian Universities by Gender

Women are less likely than men to be in tenured or tenured-track positions but the gap is shrinking.

Family leave and time to tenure in less than 5 years

The impact of family leave on the time to achieve tenure appears to be much stronger for women.

Women are less likely to perceive hiring and promotions as fair

Two out of three faculty perceive hiring decisions as fair and equitable.


Sources: Data from Statistics Canada Study: Differences in tenure status and feelings of fairness in hiring and promotions among male and female faculty in Canadian universities.