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TELUS President & Chief Executive Office, Darren Entwistle Speaks Out: Innovation & Mentorship
The importance of innovation and mentorship to creating Canada's competitive innovation nation
Please take five minutes to view the video of TELUS President & CEO, Darren Entwistle, who was interviewed recently by Hart Hillman, CATA National Leadership Council member, on the importance of innovation and mentorship to creating Canada's competitive innovation nation.
Against the background of the nation's lagging competitiveness, Mr. Entwistle provides insights into how TELUS looks at innovation; he stresses the behavioural impetus for innovation and the importance of mentorship as a key organizational responsibility.
He advises graduating students to take the longer term view in the pursuit of personal passions; now is the time to take risks and work to create individual circumstances for career success.
Mr. Entwistle concludes by characterizing the leader of the 21st century as an executive who embraces social give back, in itself a driver of innovation success.
Interested in other CEO Leadership Stories?, then please go to: http://storify.com/CATAAlliance/leadership-for-the-21st-century-innovation-mentors
Darren Entwistle’s Leadership Profile
Darren Entwistle is a Canadian businessman, currently president and chief executive officer of TELUS, a Canadian telecommunications company.
Entwistle joined TELUS in 2000 and shortly after initiated the company’s wireless and data growth strategy with the $6.6 billion purchase of Clearnet, one of the largest acquisitions in Canadian telecommunications history.
Born in Montreal, Quebec, Entwistle received a Bachelor of Economics (Honours) from Concordia University, an MBA (Finance) from McGill University and a diploma in Network Engineering from the University of Toronto.
Before joining TELUS, Entwistle spent seven years as an executive at Cable & Wireless in the United Kingdom- including being named president in 1999. Under Entwistle’s decade-long incumbency as CEO, TELUS has nearly doubled in size, from $5.7 billion in annual revenue to $10.9 billion. He has spent 30 years in the telecommunications industry. Entwistle is on a number of boards, including the Canadian Council of Chief Executives, George Weston Limited and the Canadian Board Diversity Council. He has also sat on the boards of TD Bank Financial Group, the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, and the Leading Edge Endowment Fund. Darren also served as Chair of the Royal Conservatory of Music’s Capital Campaign and was a Director for the 2010 Winter Olympic Games bid committee.
View full details of Mr. Entwistle’s Professional and Community Leadership Recognition Awards.
She++: A Documentary and Discussion About Women in Tech
As technology is becoming increasingly ubiquitous, all demographics must harness new ideas to transform and empower technology. This short documentary collects research and inspirational pieces of Silicon Valley's unsung heroes to galvanize us to explore the potential of 'femgineers' in changing the ratio of women's involvement in computer science. Emily Boucher, Executive Director of Canadian Women in Technology, and Rachel Aaron, Halifax Chapter Lead of Ladies Learning Code, will also chair a discussion about the work they are doing around Women in Technology and challenges faced.
Watch the trailer.
Monday, May 6 @ 7PM - Wolfville Farmers Market. Get Your Free Tickets
Popcorn provided by local popcorn celebrity Kernel (Luke) Sanford - The Popcorn Man
Dr. Catherine Boivie Nominated for 2013 YWCA Metro Vancouver Women of Distinction Award!
YWCA METRO VANCOUVER ANNOUNCES NOMINEES FOR 2013 WOMEN OF DISTINCTION AWARDS
YWCA Metro Vancouver announced 83 extraordinary nominees for its 30th annual Women of Distinction Awards earlier today.
Congratulations to our very own CEO and Chair, Dr. Catherine Aczel Boivie, on her well-deserved nomination in the Technology, Science & Research category for this award.
This year’s nominees in the Technology, Science & Research category are:
Catherine Aczel Boivie – CEO & Chair, CanWIT, Division of CATAAlliance
B. Lynn Beattie – UBC Division of Geriatric Medicine
Sheina Macadam – Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon
Deborah Money – Vice President, Research, BC Women's Hospital & Health Centre
Cheryl Slusarchuk – Partner, Blakes, Cassels and Graydon
Congratulations and best of luck to all nominees!
Award recipients will be announced on May 28, 2013 during the Awards dinner at the Westin Bayshore Hotel.
The 2013 Awards are presented by Scotiabank. Gold sponsors are BC Housing, BC Hydro, Goldcorp Inc., Industrial Alliance Insurance and Financial Services Inc., Port Metro Vancouver, TD Bank Group and Teck Resources Limited.
To purchase tickets for the YWCA Women of Distinction Awards please visit our website ywcawomenofdistinction.org/#!tickets
YWCA Metro Vancouver is a registered charity, providing a range of integrated services for women and their families, and those seeking to improve the quality of their lives. From early learning and care to housing, health and fitness, employment services and leadership, YWCA Metro Vancouver touches lives in our communities.
Sara Kirke Award for Entrepreneurship and Innovation – Apply Today!
5 days left to apply – deadline has been extended to April 19th at 11:59 p.m. EST
The Sara Kirke Award for Entrepreneurship and Innovation is presented to the woman who has shown the most outstanding technological innovation and corporate leadership -- leadership that has significantly expanded the frontiers of Canada's advanced technology industry. The purpose of the Award is to celebrate innovation, entrepreneurship and create positive role models for women in Canada’s technology sector. The Sara Kirke Award for Entrepreneurship and Innovation is presented annually by CanWIT, a Division of CATAAlliance, to the woman who has demonstrated consistent innovation and leadership skills, resulting in the creation and international acceptance of significant world-class products and/or services.
Canadian Women in Technology (CanWIT) is a National non-profit network launched by CATAAlliance designed to boost women's participation and advancement in the high-growth technology sector.
Sara Kirke is considered by many to be North America's first entrepreneur. Sara Kirke arrived in Newfoundland in 1638 with her husband David Kirke, who was soon recalled to England. Sara, however, continued to reside in Avalon, and conducted business as usual from the Pool Plantation. Lady Kirke was a remarkable individual as she managed affairs at the Pool Plantation and became one of the most successful merchants on the English Shore -- and was almost certainly North America's first and foremost woman entrepreneur.
Nomination Criteria
The selection is based on a written resume of the nominee's accomplishments and the selection criteria include:
- Innovation
- Corporate Leadership
- Recognized Achievements in Area of Expertise
- Community Involvement and Mentorship
- Contributions to achieving a more competitive investment climate in Canada will also be taken into account.
The Call for Nominations for 2013 is now open until April 19th! Apply today!
Nominators must fill out the Sara Kirke Award nomination form at:
http://canwit.ca/images/content-documents/sarakirkeaward_nominationform2013.doc
CanWIT Calgary Chapter: What’s next? Join us on Thursday, April 25th
Thank You! Over 50 women participated in the launch event of the CanWIT Chapter at the Calgary Petroleum Club on Feb. 27th with Keynote Speaker Michelle Sklar, President of Digital Alberta. If you missed the event, Sklar provided entertaining and engaging insight on her own experiences within the tech sector. She highlighted the particularly creative aspect of the industry and the benefits of entrepreneurship.
Our Calgary Chapter Chair, Michele Taylor also spoke about her journey in tech as an entrepreneur in enterprise architecture and advisory. Michele's journey made us laugh and nod our heads in agreement. CanWIT’s CEO and Chair, Dr. Catherine Boivie, and Executive Director, Emily Boucher, attended the launch to offer support and guidance from CanWIT National.
The Calgary Chapter’s Executive Committee each led a roundtable discussion with participants to gather input on what the community is looking for in Calgary. The common themes we heard were:
- Opportunities for learning – targeted, focused learning such as how to network and building your personal brand
- Going beyond networking – opportunities for speaking engagements and coaching
- Sharing successes – would like to hear more women telling their story
- Staying current with the rapid pace of change in technology
- The age of specialization and how this impacts careers in tech
- Different flavours of mentoring – beyond 1-on-1 to mentoring groups (see the Mentorship Circle that the Toronto chapter hosts)
- How to take your career to the next step – CIO, CTO, staying technical while moving ahead
Impactful programs that are relevant to the community are essential to the success of the Calgary Chapter going forward. To run chapter events and ensure they are valuable to the broad spectrum of women in the community, becoming a member of CanWIT is critical. Our goal in the Calgary chapter is to fund these events as much as possible using local corporate sponsors and membership fees to drive our growth.
What’s next? Join us on Thursday, April 25th.
Our April event in Calgary is scheduled for Thursday, April 25th from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at the Petroleum Club. A common theme from the roundtables at the kickoff event was learning opportunities and networking. On Thursday, April 25 one of our local members, Carol Fink, will facilitate a session on professional networking and communication for the introverts and extroverts in the room. See more about Carol’s session online when you register.
You also told us you wanted to hear more stories – lessons learned in staying current and advancing your career in tech. You will hear from another of our Board of Directors on April 25th.
Seating is limited, so register early. We look forward to seeing you at the event.
Calgary Chapter, CanWIT
Canadian Women in Technology
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Mentorship Matters Montreal – Roundtable Discussion for Women in Technology and Engineering
Mentorship Matters Montreal –
Roundtable Discussion for Women in Technology and Engineering
Register today!
Canadian Women in Technology (CanWIT) and McGill University’s ‘Promoting Opportunities for Women in Engineering’ (POWE) have partnered to co-host “Mentorship Matters Montreal!” Join this unique mentoring roundtable session for female engineering and technology students and young professionals to receive advice and address their main concerns as women in the work force. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about CanWIT and POWE!
Each table of students and professionals will be discussing three topics. The topics are:
- Mentorship
- o How to find a mentor?
- o Why is it important?
- o How to ensure a successful relationship?
- Careers
- o How to find a job?
- o What do employers look for?
- o Beneficial skills to have
- o General tips and advice
- Professional Development
- o How to get ahead?
- o How to stand out?
- o How to promote yourself?
- o Importance of building a network?
- o Work/life balance
*Food and beverage will be provided
Date: March 26th, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Location: Frank Dawson Adams Building, Room 5 (FDA 5)
3450 University Street
Once you enter the building, go up the stairs and turn right. It will be the first room on the right.
CanWIT Members and Non-members Registration: http://montrealmentorshipmatters.eventbrite.ca
McGill students are asked to RSVP for the event at: http://engineering.myfuture.mcgill.ca/students. Under Events, search for the keyword "POWE"."
About CanWIT, a Division of CATAAlliance
CanWIT, a Division of CATAAlliance, is a national volunteer organization founded in 2005 that strives to attract, develop, and retain women within Canada’s advanced technology sector. CanWIT, through its partnerships with organizations such as Springboard Enterprises and i-CANADA, offers the premier platform for entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts to support and help grow women-led businesses.
CanWIT also provides knowledge and support through various programs that include its: eMentorship initiatives, Regional Chapter and National networking events, professional development, and advocacy efforts. CanWIT offers both national and local Chapter events to promote networking and education among women in Canada’s technology sector.
About Promoting Opportunities for Women in Engineering (POWE)
POWE is a philanthropic group at McGill University under Engineering Undergraduate Society (EUS).
POWE’s main goals are:
- To promote awareness for female students in engineering
- To encourage young women to join this field of study by exposing them to the many career opportunities that an engineering degree offers
- To enlighten others about the important contributions and general role of women in the engineering field
- To create a positive and friendly environment where fellow female engineers can socialize and seek support
An invitation to a conversation about Women in the HRM technology workforce
Did you know...
Women make up only 19% of the technology workforce in Nova Scotia? And in most areas, women’s participation rate is less than 10%?
What's your story? What attracted you to this sector? How did you find a job? What keeps you working in technology?
What are your ideas? How can more women be encouraged to enter these fields? What is important for women to get and keep jobs in the sector?
Backbone Magazine Names CanWIT and CATAAlliance Best 10 in Tech Associations: CATAAlliance also to be featured in European International Innovation Magazine
Ottawa, March 7, 2013 - Backbone Magazine has named CanWIT, a Division of CATAAlliance, and CATAAlliance as two of the Best 10 in Canadian Tech Associations. The recognition was part of Backbone200’s issue that features organizations, people, events and products that stand out, that contribute to Canada’s competitiveness and economic strengths.
“We are honoured to receive this all star recognition and ranking from one of Canada’s leading technology Magazines,” said CATA CEO, John Reid, noting, “it's a validation of the new business model the CATA team has developed to advance advocacy and provide member services. It is also a much deserved recognition of community executives who have freely given their time and expertise to help advance programs to improve Canada’s status as a competitive innovation nation.”
Join CanWIT BC's Group Mastermind Mentoring Circle 2013
A 6-session program led by a facilitator which leverages the energy, experience and collective wisdom of the group to achieve each member's personal and professional goals.
How is it different from other types of Mentoring?
The balance of insights from your fellow participants and the facilitator provides you with comprehensive feedback and support. In addition, the group becomes a valuable peer network from whose experiences you can learn and draw from well beyond the duration of the program.
The Road Taken: Women in Technology & Paths to Success
As a CanWIT national partner, Accenture is pleased to invite you to a live webcast on International Women's Day, March 8, 2013 from 12:30 – 1:45 p.m. ET. Join us for what promises to be an exciting online virtual discussion with six inspiring business women. Our panelists will discuss what brought them to technology, the barriers they've faced, the people who supported them, and their views on how success can be defined—and redefined—over the course of a career.
Mentorship Matters Webinar – Making the Most of your eMentorship Experience with CanWIT
Share. Guide. Inspire.
A CanWIT 30 minute Webinar
Monday, March 4th at 1:00 p.m. EST.
Register today!
You are invited to participate in this informative and interactive webinar session on CanWIT’s National eMentorship Program. Join CanWIT’s Community Manager, Colleen Fraser, and guest speaker and program Mentor, Heather O’Hara Levesque, to learn how to leverage CanWIT’s unique eMentoring platform to maximize your mentoring experience. This is a great opportunity to gain insight from successful mentoring matches and best practices observed from the program to date!
Springboard Enterprise's 'The Dolphin Tank' - Perfect the Art of the 'Pitch'
Join CanWIT and the Centre for Women in Business for Springboard Enterprise' 'The Dolphin Tank's' Canadian début Jan. 31st in Halifax!
CanWIT and the Centre for Women in Business have partnered to bring Springboard Enterprise's "The Dolphin Tank" to Canada for the very first time!
The Dolphin Tank is one of Springboard Enterprise's most successful pitch-practice programs in the U.S. This proven program gives women entrepreneurs an opportunity to perfect a two-minute business presentation with the help of industry experts. They'll help you make edits to your message that might make all the difference when opportunities come your way. There will be no sharks or dragons here - these panelists will provide only friendly feedback and actionable insight!
CanWIT CEO, Dr. Catherine Aczel Boivie, Reports Live from CES
Will a retired CIO survive CES? Step 1: Registration
The Canadian Security Partners’ Forum Presents the 2nd Annual Women in Security Lecture Series
On February 7, 2013 the Canadian Security Partners' Forum in collaboration with ASIS Women in Security Council, KeyWIS - Key Women in Security, Women in Security Ontario (WIS(O)), and CanWIT - Canadian Women in Technology present the 2nd Annual Women in Security Lecture Series in Ottawa at the Hampton Inn & Conference Centre located at 200 Coventry Road (Vanier Parkway Exit on Highway 417).
Last year's event brought out more than 300 to the SOLD OUT Inaugural event and we are expecting equal to greater numbers this year so be sure to get your ticket before we sell out.
Event includes Dinner and lots of free parking (including underground parking)
CanWIT National Fall/Early Winter Newsletter
Season's Greetings Canadian Women in Technology!
We've had one busy and transformational Fall! As the air gets colder and we prepare for the winter season and a New Year full of new possibilities, we wanted to provide our members and partners with an overview of the growth and expansion our organization has undergone over a period of just a few months! As you may know, CanWIT has expanded both its mandate and member benefits to ensure its sustainability and to better serve our members. Over the summer we welcomed Dr. Catherine Aczel Boivie [view bio] as our new CEO and Chair, as well as an incredibly talented Advisory Council. This Fall, we also welcomed three new Chapter Chairs to the CanWIT family, including: Sheila Eddin [view bio], new Chapter Chair for BC Vancouver, as well as Nastaran Bisheban [view bio] and Kathy Alexander [view bio], co-Chairs of the new Waterloo Region Chapter!
It's nearly been a year since we first launched our National eMentorship program. With this milestone, we're now sharing the success stories of the year-long mentoring relationships between some of our mentors and mentees. We now need to take our initial success to the next level. We need to continue to build up our team of mentors and mentees. Check out this short video on Why Mentorship Matters! Sign-up today as a mentor or mentee at canwit.workingrooms.com!
Supporting investment in women-led startups by Alexandra Reid, Francis Moran and Associates
Maple Leaf Angels is working with Canadian Women in Technology to create investment opportunities between angels and women-led startup companies.
More than 60 angel investors, entrepreneurs, partners and sponsors filled a room in Toronto last week to hear about why such investments are vital for Canada and to listen to pitches from some high-potential early-stage technology companies led by women.
In her speech, Dr. Cindy Gordon, a startup founder and former VC who also co-founded MLA, directed the Canadian Advanced Technology Alliance and chaired CanWit, brought some valuable context to the conversation.
“In order for us to really be successful in supporting women in technology, we have to recognize that we have some fundamental issues that are catastrophic to this country,” said Dr. Gordon. “This is not a women’s issue. It’s a business imperative.”
Read the full article here.
The Power of Women in Technology
Opportunities for Angel Investment
Join Us November 19th, 2012 4pm-7pm
Maple Leaf Angels (MLA) and CanWIT present investment opportunities in women-led early stage technology companies.
Keynote Speaker - Krista LaRiviere, gShift Labs
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CanWIT National ‘Ask the Expert’ Webinar on the CIO Profile - Recording and Presentation Now Available!
CIO Profile with Susan Doniz, CIO, AIMIA: How to make a successful career as a CIO (and what every Business Leader needs to know about IT)!
What does it take to become a CIO in today's fast-paced IT world? Listen to CanWIT’s ‘Ask the Expert‘ host, Anne Raymond, Productivity Coach and Leadership Mentor at Xtreme Productivity.com, as she moderates this insightful and interactive session with special guest, Susan Doniz, CIO, AIMIA. Susan shares her journey and provides insight into what it takes to create a successful career as a CIO. You will learn about her career that has taken her around the globe and some of the business drivers in the IT world (and how to leverage them to transform your business). She'll also share her success tips on networking, work-life balance, and what it takes to lead in a global world. Whether you are on the path to becoming a CIO or you want to work smarter as a leader with your IT group, enjoy the conversation and find out more!
CanWIT Waterloo Region Chapter Launch Event
Celebrating Women in Technology
Join CanWIT in celebrating women in technology at the Waterloo Region Chapter 2012 Launch event.
CanWIT Waterloo Region Chapter, a Division of the Canadian Advanced Technology Alliance (CATA), is a national volunteer organization founded in 2005 that assists women entrepreneurs, mentors young women, and supports initiatives to increase the number of tech jobs for women and the number of leadership roles for women in technology through networking and educational events.
Please take one minute to read about the All-star Members of New Women in Tech Advisory Council for CanWIT and its expanded mandate focusing on Mentorship, Education, Advocacy, & Entrepreneurship.
Sign-up for Canada's Mentorship Challenge by Oct.30th
In celebration of Global Entrepreneurship Week (Nov 12-18, 2012) and to showcase the value of mentorship in fuelling Canadian entrepreneurship, Startup Canada in partnership with CYBF and CATAAlliance, is delighted to invite your organization to participate in the Canadian Mentorship Challenge - a nation-wide effort to collectively mentor more than 10,000 enterprising Canadians over the week.
CanWIT Advisory Council (CAC) - All-star Members of New Women in Tech Advisory Council Announced
August 21, 2012 OTTAWA - CanWIT, a Division of CATAAlliance, announced the members of the CanWIT Advisory Council (CAC) today. Members range from both gen-Y and executive level demographics and have been carefully selected from over 35 highly qualified applicants to guide and advise CanWIT on its programs and services.
According to Dr. Catherine Aczel Boivie, CEO and Chair of CanWIT, "the CAC will play a crucial role in accelerating CanWIT's programs and steering organizational direction and growth strategies under an expanded mandate."
CanWIT has recently broadened its mandate to offer new opportunities for its membership base and to increase strategic partnerships across North America. New partnerships with U.S.-based Springboard Enterprises and Startup Canada will also assist the CAC in fostering CanWIT's commitment to mentorship, entrepreneurship for women-led tech companies, and innovation.
Boivie adds, "I am thrilled to announce the wonderful group of distinguished and diverse women who have joined our council. Their industry knowledge, expertise, and leadership will be invaluable as CanWIT continues to grow. I am looking forward to working closely with each of these women as we implement our new strategic direction."
Canadian Women in Technology Receives Over 35 Applicants for New Advisory Council
Top women leaders help lead Mentorship, Entrepreneurship, Career Development, and Advocacy initiatives for an expanded CanWIT organization
OTTAWA - CanWIT, a Division of CATAAlliance, will be announcing the members of its new CanWIT Advisory Council (CAC) next week. With over 35 incredibly qualified and talented applicants, the nominating committee will select 9 – 12 entrepreneurs, industry and academic leaders, and students. All applicants also have the opportunity to participate on CanWIT’s Mentorship Committee and as Community Leaders in their regions. This new and more diversified operating model will evolve our stakeholder representation to meet the needs of women in our Advanced Technology Sector.
Swimming in The Dolphin Tank - A New York Experience
CanWIT's Introduction to the Dolphin Tank
From the desk of Emily Boucher - Executive Director, CanWIT
I had the privilege of visiting New York City the past two days to attend Springboard Enterprises' trade mark event, The Dolphin Tank. While it's exciting enough to be in the city of all cities, the Dolphin Tank event exceeded all of my already high expectations. I think it's generally a good sign to come out of an event and walk down 5th Ave. with such optimism that you don't even bother to notice the Louis Vuitton and Cartier boutiques on either side of you. So, if you haven't heard of Springboard Enterprises or this event and you're a budding entrepreneur, do yourself a favor and check it out. In the meantime, here's the low-down: the Dolphin Tank is a unique and incredibly positive approach to a Dragon's Den-esque style program for women-led businesses to access funding opportunities and investment advice. The majority of women involved in today's Dolphin Tank led technology/digital media businesses.
CanWIT Excited to Expand Mandate - New Member Benefits and Advisory Council
July 20, 2012
CanWIT is pleased to expand its services and mandate to its members. After seven years of successfully providing support to women in technology, CanWIT is broadening its mandate to offer new opportunities for its membership base and increasing our strategic partnerships across North America. Please take this opportunity to view our new membership benefits. We always want to know how we can improve our services and programs to better serve those we support, so please feel free to contact Dr. Catherine Boivie, CanWIT's new CEO and Chair, at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , or Emily Boucher, Executive Director of CanWIT at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Please send us your ideas and feedback!
Small Business Showcase for CanWIT: Interested in having your company featured?
Attn: Women in Technology Community Executives
Re: Small Business Showcase: Profile Opportunity
Dear Members
As a Division of CATAAlliance, CanWIT regularly alerts our community to programs, initiatives and resources that support the growth of advanced technology enterprises and innovation leadership in Canada.
To this end, I encourage women led businesses to look at the benefits of participating in the Intel/CATA Small Business Showcase.
One of the goals of the Showcase is to profile SME's (Small to Mid-sized enterprises) in Canada that exemplify the smart use of technology, overcomes business growth obstacles with innovative approaches, and successfully adopt technology to improve their competitiveness.
CanWIT Advisory Council - Call for Nominations
July 6, 2012
Dr. Catherine Aczel Boivie, CEO and Chair of CanWIT (Founding President of the CIO Association of Canada and recently retired CEO of Inventure Solutions and SVP of Information Technology at Vancity) invites nominations from women leaders in technology related roles to serve as members of the newly created CanWIT Advisory Council (CAC).The CAC serves as a governing body to provide guidance and advice in relation to the implementation and operation of CanWIT's mandate to support women in Canada's technology sector, and also offers a community network to assess needs, trends, and achievements.
CanWIT National Spring Newsletter
June 5, 2012
Welcome to our 2012 Spring newsletter! We'd like to begin with a huge congratulations to three wonderful CanWIT women who were honoured this year for their achievements! Our BC Chapter co-chair, Joanne Hausch, was recently honoured with a Peak Award in the category of Community Legacy for her dedication to her community, including her work with CanWIT. Two members of the BC Chapter, Valerie Mann, a Partner at Lawson Lundell LLP, and Catherine Aczel Boivie, CEO, Inventure Solutions, and Senior Vice-President, Information Technology, Vancouver City Savings Credit Union, were both recognized as two of Canada's Top 100 Influential Women. Congratulations to Joanne, Val, and Catherine!
CanWIT is also pleased to announce its newest National partners: Accenture, Cisco, and TD Bank! Welcome to the CanWIT team, your support is invaluable to advance the growth of our mandate in Canada's technology sector.
The Sara Kirke Award for Entrepreneurship and Innovation
The Sara Kirke Award for Entrepreneurship and Innovation is presented to the woman who has shown the most outstanding technological innovation and corporate leadership -- leadership that has significantly expanded the frontiers of Canada's advanced technology industry. The purpose of the Award is to celebrate innovation, entrepreneurship and create positive role models for women.
Sara Kirke is considered by many to be North America's first entrepreneur. Sara Kirke arrived in Newfoundland in 1638 with her husband David Kirke, who was soon recalled to England. Sara, however, continued to reside in Avalon, and conducted business as usual from the Pool Plantation. Lady Kirke was a remarkable individual as she managed affairs at the Pool Plantation and became one of the most successful merchants on the English Shore -- and was almost certainly North America's first and foremost woman entrepreneur.
CanWIT Launches Unique National On-line eMentorship Program
December 7th, 2011 (OTTAWA) – Canadian Women in Technology (CanWIT) launched Canada’s first national on-line eMentorship program for young women technology professionals today. The program encourages young women to consider careers in technology and supports those entering the workforce with advice, resources and direct access to leaders in the field.
“Women make up nearly half of the Canadian workforce, yet only a quarter of the advanced technology sector. Our sector’s ability to retain talented women is significantly low,” said Joanne Stanley, Co-founder and Executive Director, CanWIT. “We want to drastically improve those statistics with programs that support the advancement of women in technology.”
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