Emily Murphy

Emily Murphy was a Canadian women's rights advocate and jurist who became the first female magistrate in Canada. She served as the head of the National Council of Women of Canada and was appointed as a senator in 1933. Murphy is best known for her role as the first female magistrate and her advocacy for women’s issues, including social reform and female employment. Her work helped open doors for women in law and public service, making her a significant figure in Canadian history and women's rights movement.