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Spotlight: 2024 SCWIST Science Fair Awardee, Stephanie Chu
/The SCWIST Science Fair Award Each year, we present the SCWIST Science Fair Award to young women in grades 8 to 10 at each of the 14 district Science Fairs […]
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Introducing our 2024/25 Board of Directors!
/Meet our new Board of Directors! SCWIST is delighted to announce the appointment of three new members to our Board of Directors. For the 43rd time, SCWIST has gathered its […]
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CCWESTT 2024: Charting a Course – Navigating Systemic Change
/Navigating Systemic Change Overcoming the systemic barriers that prevent gender equity in science, technology, engineering, math (STEM) and the trades is crucial for fostering innovation, economic growth and social justice. […]
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The 5th Annual Women In STEM Virtual Career Fair
/Reaching New Heights Written by Julianne Kim, Event Coordinator On May 10th, 2024, SCWIST’s 5th annual Women in STEM Virtual Career Fair hosted over 1000 attendees and 24 organizations for […]
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Embracing Opportunities: A Career Reflection with Eve Cline, CXO at Enavate
/Embracing Opportunities with Eve Cline, CXO at Enavate In the dynamic world of technology, career paths often wind through unexpected terrain, leading individuals to unforeseen destinations. Eve Cline, Chief Experience […]
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SCWIST recipient of 2024 SCI Canada Outreach Award for Exceptional Contributions to Science Communication and Engagement
/The Canada Outreach Award SCWIST is honoured to be the recipient of the 2024 Society of Chemical Industry (SCI) Canada Outreach Award! This award recognizes Canadian organizations that have demonstrated […]
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National Volunteer Week 2024: Every Moment Matters
/National Volunteer Week National Volunteer Week is a time to celebrate and thank Canada’s 24 million volunteers. This year’s theme is Every Moment Matters. At SCWIST, we understand the impact […]
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Measuring Progress: SCWIST’s Diversity Dashboard for STEM Inclusion
/The Diversity Dashboard Recognizing the need for actionable data to drive systemic change, SCWIST’s Policy and Impact Team has introduced an innovative tool: a Diversity Dashboard for science, technology, engineering […]
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Embracing Opportunities: A Career Reflection with Beatriz Rodriguez of STEMCELL Technologies
/Meet Beatriz Rodriguez of STEMCELL Technologies Dedicated to empowering scientists worldwide, STEMCELL Technologies provides innovative tools and technologies to advance research and discovery across various fields, including cell biology, immunology, […]
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Celebrating the 2024 International Day of Women and Girls in Science
/Hands-On Science Fun By Shirley Liu, STEM Explore BC Coordinator Picture this: A vibrant gathering where enthusiasts of all ages congregate to explore different areas of science, ranging from cutting-edge […]
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Chat with us: rendez-vous with Dr. Margaret Magdesian, CEO and founder of ANANDA Devices [Event Recap]
/Chat With Us AUTHORS: Anu Nair, Hermine Counil, Léa Lescouzères, Maritza Jaramillo In November 2023, the SCWIST-Quebec HUB held its first hybrid event as part of their wildly successful Chat […]
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Building Lasting Connection: 10 Effective Ways to Improve Your Networking Skills
/Improving Your Networking Skills Networking is a powerful tool that can change the trajectory of your professional life when it comes to unlocking a world of new opportunities in science, […]
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SCWIST’s New Project Tackling Gender-Based Violence in STEM Workplaces
/Preventing Gender-Based Violence The Society for Canadian Women in Science and Technology (SCWIST) is proud to announce funding support from Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE) for its new project, […]
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Creativity Unveiled: Exploring the Intersection of Art and Science
/Art and Science Although art and science are often thought of as distinct entities, a closer look reveals a profound and interconnected relationship between them. Just as artists delve into […]
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Reflecting on a Year of Impact: SCWIST’s 2023 Journey
/Reflecting on 2023 As we bid farewell to 2023, we are thrilled to present a compilation of the successes and milestones achieved throughout the past twelve months. Ranging from groundbreaking […]
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Reaffirming our Dedication to Eradicate Gender-Based Violence
/Eradicating Gender-Based Violence Approximately one in three women around the world have faced the harrowing reality of gender-based violence, a pervasive issue that extends its reach into Canadian workplaces. The […]
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Breaking Barriers and Building Bridges: Turning Research into Real-Life Strategies
/Gender Equality in STEM SCWIST members recently participated in the 2023 Breaking Barriers and Building Bridges (BBBB) Conference in Toronto, focusing on gender equality in STEM. Co-hosted by Engendering Success […]
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SCWIST’s Impactful Presence at the 2023 Canadian Science Policy Conference
/SCWIST at CSPC2023 It is projected that upwards of seventy percent of future jobs will require STEM knowledge. As we usher in the digital era, this means that existing inequities […]
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Mastering the Art of Articulation: 10 Tips to Speak Clearly and Confidently
/The Art of Articulation Have you ever found yourself struggling to share your thoughts effectively? Or felt like your words were tangled and unclear? Whether you’re a student, a professional, […]
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Women and Gender Equality Canada celebrate SCWIST President Dr. Melanie Ratnam
/Celebrating Canadian Women SCWIST is honoured to announce that SCWIST President Dr. Melanie Ratnam has been featured in Women and Gender Equality (WAGE) Canada’s Women’s History Month campaign. What is […]
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How Mentorship Impacts Women in STEM
/Mentorship for Women in STEM Mentorship plays a pivotal role in most professional careers and holds a special significance for women in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). There has […]
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Overcome Your Resistance and Embrace Virtual Networking [Event Recap]
/Virtual Networking SCWIST and Island Women in Science and Technology (iWIST) recently came together to bring you an opportunity to meet women in STEM and brush up on your networking […]
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VoyageHER: Navigating STEM Careers with Seaspan [Event Recap]
/Navigating STEM Careers Have you ever wondered what it takes to thrive in the marine transportation and shipbuilding industry? The Society for Canadian Women in Science and Technology (SCWIST) recently […]
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From Vision to Impact: STEM Streams Pilot Year
/STEM Streams Pilot Year We are thrilled to announce the successful conclusion of STEM Streams’ pilot year! STEM Streams by SCWIST is our innovative educational program designed to empower women […]
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