WIL is thrilled to announce our new Chapter Chair for the WIL Toronto Chapter, warmest welcome, Jaclyn Masse! Find out more about Jaclyn's leadership journey and what she's most passionate about in her Power 5 Interview.  Interested in being part of an incredible community and feel more connected? The WIL Toronto Chapter has opportunities to join our volunteer group and reimagine together local events and programming. To find out more and get engaged, please email: wiltorontochapter@gmail.com WIL Power 5 Interview Questions: 1.What are you most passionate about? I have a ..read more

Prishita Agarwal Co-founder and CEO, Mosa 1. What inspired you to found Mosa? I grew up in a small town in India where resources were scarce. My mom ingrained in me the importance of resource conservation. We would reuse everything, from using old torn clothes as cleaning rags, to making face masks out of orange peels to collecting every container ever regardless of size or shape in the hope that it would be useful in the future. I knew that every waste object is a raw material for another object. When I came to Canada, a country with abundance of resources, I noticed a difference in the publ ..read more

Women in Leadership Foundation is excited to introduce you to Charmaine St. Ange (she/her) who has signed the Transforming the Workplace Pledge on behalf of the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology. Tell us about your career journey and how you ended up where you are today? Originally, my aspiration was to establish my own travel agency. However, upon completing my Travel and Tourism certificate, I came to the realization that my true dream was centered around exploring the world, not necessarily working within the travel industry. This prompted me to make a significant shift and seek out ..read more

Empowering Resilience: A Candid Conversation with a Remarkable Woman Leader for Breast Cancer Awareness Month Contributed by Wendy Hall, Publications and Office Coordinator, Canadian Breast Cancer Network How breast cancer transformed Colleen’s leadership career If you found out that you had a life-limiting illness, would you tell your colleagues at work? If you did, would they think you were less capable of doing your job? That was the dilemma that Colleen Packer faced when she was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer in 2019. ”I wasn’t sure about letting people know, because I knew that ..read more

Women in Leadership Foundation is pleased to introduce you to Jacqueline McNabb-Neher (she/her) who is one of our valued mentors in our Mentorship Program. What motivated you to become a mentor in the Women in Leadership Mentorship Program? Having spent most of my career in a male-dominated industry I found that there were very few women that I could reach out to for mentoring or support. I was able to cultivate a few relationships which have helped me grow in my career. I now feel that I am in a position to help other women who are taking roles in these industries who are looking for support ..read more

By Sxwpilemaát Siyám a.k.a. Chief Leanne Joe On June 21, 2021, the federal government announced the creation a new statutory holiday known as the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation to be recognized on September 30 each year. This day fulfills the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Call-to-Action #80 and will serve as a day of remembrance, reflection, action and learning. Since 2013, September 30 has been known as Orange Shirt Day, a day to recognize the tragic history and long-standing effects of residential schools.  Truth and Reconciliation Call-to-Action #80: We call upon the fed ..read more

Women in Leadership Foundation is pleased to introduce you to Sonia Draper (Mentor) and Andreanna Mazereeuw (Mentee) who were paired in our Mentorship Program. What motivated you to participate in the Women in Leadership Mentorship Program as a mentor and mentee? Sonia: As a mentor I have been motivated by others who have helped me along in my journey, both professionally and personally. WIL provides a platform to be able to work with others and share experiences that can help others have more options when they find themselves at a crossroads for decisions, behaviours, and an opportunity to i ..read more

Women in Leadership Foundation is pleased to introduce you to ,Jennifer Reedie (she/her) who is one of our valued mentors in our Mentorship Program. What motivated you to become a mentor in the Women in Leadership Mentorship Program? I enjoy helping other women in their careers. I’ve learned a few things on my own path and want to share my experience I and insights to assist other women. How do you approach building a strong mentor-mentee relationship? Are there any specific strategies or techniques you find effective? I ask what their work style is and the best way for us to communicate. The ..read more

Embrace the Journey: Unleash Your Leadership Potential with Our Comprehensive Development Program Leadership is not a destination; it's a dynamic and transformative journey that requires constant self-improvement, growth, and adaptability. As you embark on this journey, you might find yourself pondering the ways to harness your leadership potential fully. Our leadership development program is designed to guide you through this journey, helping you navigate the challenges, seize opportunities, and become a leader who makes an enduring impact. Leadership is a continuous learning experience that ..read more

Embracing Your Leadership Journey: Tackling Impostor Syndrome Today, we're diving into a topic that many of us have experienced at some point: Impostor Syndrome. It's that nagging feeling that somehow we're not as capable as others think we are, that we're just pretending, and sooner or later, we'll be exposed as a fraud. Let's explore what Impostor Syndrome is, how it can impact us, and how to conquer it as you step into your leadership role. In a nutshell, Impostor Syndrome is that sneaky voice in your head telling you that your achievements are solely due to luck, and not your skills or qu ..read more