WIA Virtual Speed Mentorship Program Fall 2026

May 4, 2026

About the event

Women in Aerospace Canada is thrilled to invite you to an exclusive Virtual Speed Mentorship Experience — your direct connection to leading professionals in the aerospace industry.

Event details

    • 📅 Date: TBD, October, 2026
    • 🕛Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    • 💻 Platform: Remo (Virtual)

What to Expect

  • You choose which mentor tables to visit — no pre-matching or assignments
  • Multiple rounds of open mentoring, each approximately 20 minutes each
  • Small groups — up to 3 mentees per mentor table
  •  Come with your questions ready — whether it’s career advice, industry insights, breaking into the field, or navigating the workplace
  •  Move freely between rooms just like you would at an in-person networking event

    🎥 Mentor Session Training To help you make the most of your 20 minutes with each mentor, we will be sending you a short training video prepared by Brenda from Evoke Consulting and Nikki from Women In Aerospace Canada. Keep an eye on your inbox — it will arrive before the event!

    🎤 Featured Panel Discussion Hear directly from industry leaders on the future of Canada’s space sector in our panel discussion

    🌌 Featured Panel: “Built for What’s Next: Defining the Future of the Space Industry”

    Hear directly from industry leaders on the future of Canada’s space sector in our panel discussion:

  • Moderator
     Dr. Sarah Gallagher — Director, Institute for Earth and Space Exploration, Western University
  • Panelists
     Melissa Cass — Senior Director of Business Transformation, MDA Space

    Daniel Schulten — Director, Business Development Space, Airbus Defence and Space

    Daniel Sax — Founder & CEO, Canadian Strategic Missions Corporation

 

Meet Our Mentors

🚀 Early Bird Access – Limited Spots Available

WIA Members receive 82% OFF early bird tickets.

Spots are extremely limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Sponsorship Opportunities

WIA-C welcomes partners who are committed to advancing women in aerospace and building an inclusive future.
A range of sponsorship packages is available, offering brand visibility, recognition, and the opportunity to engage meaningfully with our national community.

For details, contact: info@wia-canada.org