Resources
Big Risk, Big Reward: Using a risk-based system to achieve stability, balance, and well-being. Submitted by Katy Doucette
Aerospace is a fast-paced, heavily regulated industry that offers an environment of high risk and high reward. My story in aerospace started two years ago when I transitioned from law enforcement. Moving from one high risk, high stakes industry into another, I wasn’t sure what to expect. With over 17 years of program and project experience in the private, public, and nonprofit sectors, I was excited and a little nervous about joining a one-hundred-year-old aerospace start up.
“Leading Our Way: How Women are Re-Defining Leadership” Submitted by Silvia Bianchi
In preparation for our WIA Canada session of the 19th of September, in August we are reading the book “Leading Our Way: How Women are Re-Defining Leadership”.
In this book, Gaia van der Esch discovers what leadership can look like and how each one of us can become a catalyst for change.
PHWL’s Inaugural Year a Resounding Success Submitted by Lucinda Lew
Women’s sports is attracting more and more sport fans and with this popularity brings large business opportunities. For us in Canada, PHWL’s inaugural year was a resounding success.
The season has wrapped on the debut year of the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) and all signs point to success on and off the ice. (Spoiler alert: The Walter Cup was hoisted for the first time by Minnesota.) The first year saw six franchise locations (Boston, Minnesota, Montreal, New York, Ottawa and Toronto) suit up and consisted of a shortened 24 game regular season due to a late season start in January 2024.
The Art of Leadership Women Events June 2024 in Toronto, Ottawa, Vancouver, and Calgary
Looking to take your leadership to the next level? The Art of Leadership Women returns this June with its 11th national tour! Events being held in Toronto, Ottawa, Vancouver and Calgary. Special pricing for Members of Women in Aerospace Canada!
Calgary Summer Social June 20th
Join us for an evening of fun and networking
June 20, from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Ol’ Beautiful Brewing Company
1103 12 St SE
Calgary, Alberta
2024 WIA Canada AGM June 19, 2024 – Virtual
June 19, 2024 Women in Aerospace Canada AGM - Virtual
Ontario Summer Social June 20 Mississauga
Thursday, June 20th from 6:00 - 9:00 pm ET
Time to celebrate the arrival of summer! Join us for what promises to be a great evening of networking and re-connecting with aerospace colleagues across Ontario. Looking forward to seeing you there!
Virtual Lunch & Learn “What’s Space Got To Do With It? Reaching for the Stars: Lessons Learned Along the Way” June 20
Join WIA Canada on a captivating journey exploring the profound parallels between the boundless universe of space and the intricate pathways of career growth and life lessons. In this keynote, Shelli will draw from her rich 25-year expedition within the dynamic realm of the space industry, intertwining personal anecdotes and invaluable insights gleaned from luminaries across the globe.
Montreal Summer Social June 17th
Join WIA-C at the Montreal Summer Social June 17th
We are Hiring: Program Manager & Operations Coordinator
We are looking for a dynamic individual to fill the role of Program Manager & Operations Coordinator for an upcoming large program offering. The role is a full-time position for 16 months, which is largely remote work with the ability to run events across the Greater Toronto Area in person. This individual has complete accountability to deliver this program including:
Join Women in Aerospace Canada Calling all Volunteers!
Are you passionate about aerospace and eager to make a difference in promoting diversity and inclusion within the industry? Women in Aerospace Canada (WIA-C) invites you to join our team of dedicated volunteers to help us run our programming and initiatives!
Call for WIA Canada Board of Directors
The Women in Aerospace Canada Board of Directors is looking to appoint new members to fill some vacancies. This is an open call to the WIA-Canada membership. The Board will be accepting applications up until 30 April 2024, 5pm Eastern. A list of potential candidates for the Board of Directors will be developed from the submissions and offers will be presented by 31 May 2024.