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 | During the 1920's, there was some debate amongst Canadians about what a "person" is in the eyes of the law. The Famous Five was a group of women, started and lead by Judge Emily Murphy | |
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| It was made clear by the Supreme Court of Canada that women were not considered "persons" and could not be appointed to the Senate. However, the Famous Five were determined to overturn this ruling, and they approached Britain's Privy Council | |
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| In 1929, the Famous Five won their case; the Privy Council declared that the word "persons" refers to both men and women, and women could certainly be appointed to the Senate. The determination of these five women and the changes they made to the government and law was incredible, and without the Persons Case, Canada wouldn't become the free and equal country it is today. | |
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