Period Priority Project brings free feminine hygiene products to Paradise Double Ice Complex

The Town of Paradise officially welcomed the addition of free feminine hygiene products in washrooms at the Paradise Double Ice Complex as it joins the Period Priority Project.

Created and organized by Leisha Toory, the Period Priority Project aims to make feminine hygiene products readily available in public places to those who need it the most and to support raising awareness about the accessibility and affordability of menstrual products across the country. Deputy Mayor Kimberley Street and Councillor Elizabeth Laurie met with Leisha Toory at the Complex to launch the initiative in Town facilities.  

“The Town is in full support of any program that targets the basic needs of our residents and helps people feel safe and included. We are proud to launch the Period Priority Project at the Paradise Double Ice Complex and are exploring ways to have it in other Town facilities,” said Mayor Dan Bobbett. 

The Town of Paradise is among one of the first municipalities in the province to come on board and is now a contributor to the over 17800 menstrual products distributed across Canada since the campaign was launched in 2022. 

The campaign also strives to minimize the often-uncomfortable conversation associated with menstruation by shifting the discussion to a more open and healthy dialogue. Toory says she hopes that she can expand her reach by attracting more volunteers to facilitate research, fundraising and other tasks.

“People need period products. People should have access, affordability, and safety of period products,” said Toory.

For more information on the Period Priority Project, please visit the website or contact the organizer by email at tooryleisha@gmail.com.