Past Events
A look back at the events we have hosted, exhibited at and supported. Click any event for the full story.
Workforce Agility Forum 2026
WIA-CanadaEvents & Programs / Upcoming Events AME Association of Ontario Workforce Agility ForumBrampton · Sep 23, 2026 WIA-Canada is on the panel at the Workforce Agility Forum & Networking Event, a half-day forum on the workforce challenge facing...
Join WIA at Girls in Aviation Day 2026 !
WIA-CanadaEvents & Programs / Upcoming Events WAI Upper Canada Chapter · Interactive booth Girls in Aviation DayToronto Pearson · 2026 WIA-Canada is bringing an interactive booth to the Upper Canada Chapter’s Girls in Aviation Day — a free, hands-on day inside the...
Join WIA at the 2026 wSEDS Conference: Age of Artemis !
WIA-CanadaEvents & Programs / Upcoming Events Exhibiting · Booth 2026 wSEDS ConferenceAge of Artemis WIA-Canada is exhibiting at the wSEDS Conference, a two-day gathering bridging the gap between the space industry and students, with keynotes, industry panels,...
Join WIA in Canadian International Air Show 2026 !
Events & Programs/Upcoming EventsExhibiting · Sept 5–7Exhibiting · STEM ZoneCanadian International Air Show 2026 WIA-Canada is on the ground for all three days. Find our booth in the STEM Zone, free and open to the public, for a full-motion flight simulator, a...
Join us for Lunch & Learn – 29 June 2026!
Join Women in Aerospace Canada for a special edition of our Lunch & Learn Series, hosted by Stella Filippatos, featuring Aline Massouh, Senior Director, Communications at CAE.
DAIR & NRC Lunch & Learn Webinar on July 7th !
Join DAIR and the National Research Council of Canada (NRC) for a focused virtual Lunch & Learn on how NRC Aerospace is supporting Canadian organizations through research, testing, validation and technology demonstration.
DAIR & Mitacs Lunch & Learn 30 June !
DAIR’s upcoming Mitacs Lunch and Learn is designed for Canadian aerospace organizations exploring support for research, business initiatives and operational improvement projects.
Hear from Ahmed Tanashi, Senior Advisor, Business Development at Mitacs, as he provides an overview of Mitacs Accelerate, Business Strategy Internship opportunities, eligible project areas and how DAIR can support aligned organizations through the process.
Cocktail estival de WIA Canada – Édition Montréal – 18 juin 2026!
e Cocktail estival de WIA Canada débarque à Montréal, et vous y êtes invités ! Cette année, nous réunissons une communauté aérospatiale encore plus multidisciplinaire — rassemblant des professionnels de l’aviation, du spatial, de l’ingénierie, du leadership, des affaires, de la fabrication, de la gouvernance et bien plus encore.
WIA Canada Summer Social – Montreal Edition – 18 June 2026 !
WIA Canada’s Summer Social is coming to Montreal, and you’re invited! This year, we are gathering an even more multidisciplinary aerospace community—bringing together professionals from aviation, space, engineering, leadership, business, manufacturing, policy, and beyond.
WIA Canada Annual General Meeting 2026 !
Join Women in Aerospace Canada for our 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM)!
Join us for WIA Canada’s Ontario Summer Social – 18 June 2026!
Summer is just around the corner, and so is your opportunity to mix, mingle, and make meaningful connections at one of the season’s most anticipated networking events.
Whether you’re reconnecting or meeting new faces, join us for an unforgettable evening to unwind, grow your network, and kick off the summer in style!
2026 Girls Fly Day
Join us in Ottawa for Girls Fly Day 2026, a unique opportunity to experience the excitement of aviation through hands-on activities and introductory flights. Connect with pilots, explore aviation pathways, and be inspired by the world of flight on June 6.
Skills Ontario Young Women’s Conference
Women in Aerospace Canada is excited to highlight the Skills Ontario Young Women’s Conference & FNMI Student Conference 2026, a powerful initiative designed to inspire the next generation of women and underrepresented groups to explore careers in skilled trades and technology.
2026 OAC Annual Golf Tournament
Shine your shoes and your clubs, it’s almost time for the OAC’s most enjoyable event. We are looking forward to seeing you all at our 12th Annual Golf Tournament which will once again be a four-person scramble (Best Ball) with a SHOTGUN START at 9:00 am.
Girls Can Fly 2026 – Join WIA at This Inspiring Aviation Event!
Join us in Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre (WWFC) for this FREE educational experience, featuring aircraft of all sizes, flight simulators, and our amazing industry partners engaging attendees of all ages.
Girls Can Fly aims to inspire young women and girls about the exciting opportunities in the aviation industry. This event is open to everyone, rain or shine!
Canadian Space Launch Conference
The Canadian Space Launch Conference (CSLC) 2026, hosted by NordSpace, returns to Ottawa—uniting leaders from industry, government, and academia at a defining moment for Canada’s space sector. With the Government of Canada investing $182.6M into sovereign launch through the Launch the North program, this year’s theme—“Building a Spacefaring Nation”—focuses on turning vision into reality. Expect deep dives into the technologies, infrastructure, and policies needed to establish Canada’s domestic launch capabilities.
LeadHERs in Aerospace: A Networking event by Bombardier and WIA-Canada
Exclusive Networking Event for Women & Allies in Aerospace! Bombardier and Women in Aerospace (WIA-Canada) are pleased to invite you to an exclusive networking evening designed to connect, inspire, and celebrate women and their allies in the aerospace sector....
LeadHERs in Aerospace: A Networking event by Bombardier and WIA-Canada
Exclusive Networking Event for Women & Allies in Aerospace! Bombardier and Women in Aerospace (WIA-Canada) are pleased to invite you to an exclusive networking evening designed to connect, inspire, and celebrate women and their allies in the aerospace sector....
InspireHER: An Evening of Celebration for International Women’s Day – March 11, 2026
About the Event Join us on the evening of March 11, 2026, for InspireHER 2026, Women in Aerospace Canada’s signature International Women’s Day celebration. This event welcomes all professionals — women, men, and allies across the aerospace and advanced manufacturing...
WIA is Hiring – Grant Writer
Women in Aerospace Canada (WIA-C) is a national not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing the leadership, professional development, and equitable participation of women and underrepresented groups in aerospace and advanced manufacturing. We operate with a highly collaborative, mission-driven culture, supported by national partners, corporate members, and leaders across Canada’s aerospace ecosystem. As we continue to expand our national footprint, WIA-C is building capacity to secure new funding streams, strengthen our programming, and scale our impact.
OAC’s Aerospace Unplugged & AGM 2025
Women in Aerospace Canada is thrilled to announce our participation in the Ontario Aerospace Council’s Aerospace Unplugged & Annual General Meeting 2025, one of the province’s most anticipated gatherings for aerospace leaders, innovators, and industry partners. This year’s event will bring together professionals from across Ontario’s aerospace ecosystem for an afternoon of meaningful connection, strategic discussion, and forward-thinking dialogue. Attendees can look forward to the OAC’s Annual General Meeting followed by Aerospace Unplugged—a dynamic, interactive session featuring candid insights from industry experts on the pressures, opportunities, and emerging trends shaping the future of aerospace in Canada.
I Am A Woman in STEM Workshop + Mentorship 1.0
I am A Woman in STEM Workshop + Mentorship is a virtual 2-hour event that brings together aspiring and professional women in STEM for learning, inspiration, and mentorship. This inaugural event will feature a keynote session and a unique Mentorship Speed Dating segment with experienced STEM professionals who will share insights on leadership, confidence, career transitions, and personal growth.
2025 National Aircraft Maintenance Conference and Skills Challenge
For over 50 years, the Ontario Aircraft Maintenance Conference has been a cornerstone of the aviation industry, uniting professionals, exhibitors, and teams from across Canada. This event remains the largest gathering of aviation maintenance professionals in Canada, offering premier training, networking, and the original AME Skills Challenge.
A complete guide to effective mentoring – Virtual Session
Mentoring is not just about offering advice—it’s about understanding the unique needs, expectations, and environments of both mentees and mentors. This talk will explore why traditional mentoring approaches often fall short in today’s fast-paced, diverse, and ever-changing world. Through real-world examples and practical insights, you will learn how to better navigate the mentoring relationship, whether you’re seeking guidance or offering it, and how to create meaningful, impactful connections.





















