Research publications

The Library of Parliament’s research publications provide non-partisan, reliable and timely information and analysis on current and emerging issues, legislation and major public policy topics.

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HillNotes

Quick reads on topics of interest to parliamentarians

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HillStudies

In-depth reads on topics of interest to parliamentarians (formerly Background papers and In briefs)

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Legislative summaries

Concise analyses of certain bills before Parliament

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Trade and investment profiles

Fact sheets on Canada’s trade and investment relationship with selected countries and regions

Archived research publications are available in our catalogue.

  2. Women and 2SLGBTQI+ Veterans in Canada

    HillStudies
    2025-08-e.pdf (681.27 KB)
    This HillStudy explores several aspects in which women and 2SLGBTQI+ veterans of the CAF and RCMP continue to be disadvantaged compared to veterans overall, including physical and mental health, transition to civilian life and post-military income. It also compares the experiences of Canadian women and 2SLGBTQI+ veterans to those of their peers in Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States.
    Armed forces
    Australia
    Canada
    Equality rights
    Gender equality
    Gender identity and expression
    Gender-based analysis plus
    Gender-based discrimination
    Gender-based violence
    LGBTQ2+ communities
    Military personnel
    Pay equity
    Post-traumatic stress disorder
    Sexual offences
    Status of women
    United Kingdom
    United States of America
    Veterans
    Women

  3. Canadian Women in Diplomacy

    HillNote
    United Nations General Assembly resolution 76/269, declaring June 24 of each year the International Day of Women in Diplomacy, recognizes the contributions that women make in this field. It notes their global underrepresentation in diplomacy and invites member states and other stakeholders to observe the day in a manner they consider appropriate, including through education and activities that raise public awareness, to promote the “full and equal participation of women at all levels of diplomacy.” This HillNote provides an overview and brief history of Canadian women in diplomacy.
    Ambassadors
    Canada
    Embassies and consulates
    Gender equality
    Parliamentary diplomacy
    Status of women
    Women

  4. The International Framework for Gender Equality

    HillNote
    The year 2025 marks several significant anniversaries for international gender equality mechanisms. This HillNote is the first in a series of publications throughout 2025 marking these milestones. It summarizes the international gender equality framework that applies to Canada, a founding member of the UN in 1945, and provides information on Canada’s progress toward gender equality.
    Canada
    Equality rights
    Gender equality
    Gender-based discrimination
    International conventions
    International declarations
    Status of women
    United Nations
    Women