The Famous Five

A tribute to five trailblazing women who shaped Canadian history. This monument at Parliament Hill commemorates their fight for women's rights. A poignant reminder of the strides made in gender equality and the power of collective action. Visit for a dose of inspiration and a connection to Canada's progressive past.

"The Famous Five" is a well known incident in Canadian history and you will see installations in the form of a statue from their meeting in many big Canadian city. This statue shows the characters of the title and their historical meeting.

It is very nice to look at and definitely look out for the famous five when it’s cold and snowy or covered in snow!

Created in 2000, this monument is a tribute the Famous Five: Irene Parlby, Louise McKinney, Nellie McClung, Emily Murphy and Henrietta Muir Edwards, all from Alberta. Until 1929, women were not considered persons under Canadian law. This statue depicts a scene from Canadian history. Here, five exceptional Canadian women who led the fight for legal recognition as persons have just learned that they'd won.

Loved it!! I really like how it’s right in the middle so nobody can miss it!

Great photogenic place, statues have historical importance as well, don't miss it when you visit Parliament hill. It's on the left side of Parliament (main building with Peace Tower)

Really appreciate when a women's monument is so front and center in a country's capital. Love how they're all arranged in a circle so that the conversation can continue.