Experiences of rural Newfoundland women: Partners working out West.

• Other Authors: Whalen, Heather (Author), Schmidt, Glen (Thesis advisor), University of Northern British Columbia (Degree granting institution)
• Format: Thesis
• Language: English
• Published: University of Northern British Columbia 2013
• Subjects: Rural women > Newfoundland and Labrador; Social work with rural women > Newfoundland and Labrador; Commuting > Newfoundland and Labrador; Labor mobility > Social aspects; HQ1459.N6 W43 2013; Newfoundland
• Online Access: https://arcabc.ca/islandora/object/unbc%3A16332; https://doi.org/10.24124/2013/bpgub947

This qualitative study explores the implications of long distance commuting (LDC) for the non-commuting female partner living in rural Newfoundland. The purpose of this research is to identify and potentially address any unmet social or emotional needs of this population. Through in-depth qualitative interviews with eight women from five rural Newfoundland communities, data were gathered around women's use of informal support systems within their communities and how current perceptions of gender roles may influence women's experiences. The research findings indicate that this population encounters higher workloads, increased stress, and unique challenges when their partners are away however, the findings also suggest that traditional, socially constructed gender norms are becoming more blurred as male commuters are taking on more female oriented' responsibilities during their time at home. --Leaf i. The original print copy of this thesis may be available here: http://wizard.unbc.ca/record=b1863477