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Join us to learn more about the amazing research performed by Gagan Gill. Category: Bioengineering/technology — Biosensing Session I
Find out from Mitacs how youcan leverage your advanced STEM degree outside of Academia!
Join us to learn more about amazing research performed by Tofa Begum, Category: Category: Bioengineering/technology — Biosensing Session II
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Join us to learn more about amazing research performed by Anat Usatinsky Category: Category: Bioengineering — Biosensing Session III
Come and be part of SCWIST Alberta Chapter!
Join us to learn more about amazing research performed by Jaime Korner, Category: Drug Discovery — Oncology & Neuroscience Session I
Join us to learn more about amazing research performed by Tanya Saxena, Category: Drug Discovery — Oncology & Neuroscience Session II
Join us to learn more about amazing research performed by Melissa D’Amaral, Category: Drug Discovery — Oncology & Neuroscience Session III
Join us to learn more about amazing research performed by Jueqi Wang, Category: Category: Category: Machine Learning — AI Session I
Join us to learn more about amazing research performed by Veena Logithasan, Category: Category: Category: Machine Learning— AI Session III
Join us to learn more about amazing research performed by Banafshe Felfeliyan, Category: Category: Category: Machine Learning— AI Session II
Join us to learn more about amazing research performed by PhDc, Robin Hayes, Category: Physical Science — Particle Physics – Session I
Join us to learn more about amazing research performed by Danika MacDonell, Category: Physical Science — Particle Physics – Session II
Join us to learn more about amazing research performed by Shahrzad Taherizadegan, Category: Physical Science — Particle Physics Session III
Join us to learn more about amazing research performed by Amy Heim, Category: Global Warming — Earth and Environmental Science Session I
Join us to learn more about amazing research performed by Kristen Hayward, Category: Global Warming — Earth and Environmental Sci Session II
Join us to learn more about amazing research performed by Dilrukshi K Liyanage, Category: Global Warming — Earth Sci Session III
Past Events
Learn how to create videos to structure and present the message you want to convey to promote your business, portfolio or campaign
Learn how to create videos to structure and present the message you want to convey to promote your business, portfolio or campaign
Join us if: You have questions about Symposium and you would like to know more about accomplishments of amazing women in STEM companies
Job fair focused on connecting Canadian employers to women and other underrepresented STEM groups.
A summary of my career journey through academia and industry
Be part of the new SCWIST-Manitoba chapter! Bring your ideas and insights, and help drive chapter initiatives & direction!
What are the implications of systemic racism in the Canadian healthcare system for youth mental health?
Join SCWIST for a fun science-themed treasure hunt for Science Odyssey 2021. Learn the science with fun activities to find treasure!!
Join SCWIST for a fun science-themed treasure hunt for Science Odyssey 2021. Learn the science with fun activities to find treasure!!
Joignez-nous pour une soirée afin d’apprendre davantage sur la nouvelle division de la SCWIST au Québec et notre vision pour celle-ci.
“Social Emotional Learning increases self-awareness, self-control, interpersonal skills that are vital for school, work, and life success.”
Join SCWIST for a fun science-themed treasure hunt for Science Odyssey 2021. Learn the science with fun activities to find treasure!!
Join SCWIST for a fun science-themed treasure hunt for Science Odyssey 2021. Learn the science with fun activities to find treasure!!
Rejoignez la SCWIST pour une chasse au trésor virtuelle amusante sur le thème de la science pour L’Odyssée des sciences 2021.
Are you at the crossroads of wanting to break into a career outside of Academia, but not quite sure how to do it or where to go?
After a long incubation, STEM and Global Citizenship Education has become an increasingly widespread concept in the world.
Share in one scientist’s journey beyond traditional academia and into the realm of science communication.
Ask Me Anything Career Q&A
Come and learn whether inventors are a special breed by exploring how ideas can be transformed into intellectual property.
Learn how to distinguish yourself as a speaker by mastering your presence!
Explore how to take control and start designing a maternity leave, return to work process, and ambitious career that works for you.
Reza will share some of his stories on landing his PhD scholarship and job offer, his career growth, and hacking online dating to find love.
Join us for an evening to learn about women in STEM from Ontario and find out plans for our new Ontario chapter!
Interested in transitioning to a career in tech? Come and find out what it takes to break into, thrive and succeed in cybersecurity!
Meet your chapter lead and other SCWIST members near you!
Let’s come up with creative solutions to issues of workplace diversity and women’s advancement in the face of the COVID pandemic!
#CHOOSETOCHALLENGE with Defence Women in STEM. Take action for equality alongside CAF leaders LCol Reyes, Maj Ross, andCapt(N) Routledge!
Learn basics of digital marketing, using SCWIST’s 40th anniversary as a case study.
Grow your professional network: meet and mingle with fellow students, professionals, and STEM leaders in Canada!
Are you at the crossroads of wanting to break into a career outside of Academia, but not quite sure how to do it or where to go?
Learn basics of digital marketing, using SCWIST’s 40th anniversary as a case study.
Develop your presentation skills, build your confidence and increase your impact !

Women in STEM are breaking entrepreneurial barriers through collective and collaborative action. This session presents a novel case study a
Learn how to feel comfortable, confident and relaxed in interviews, meetings and presentations.
A career conference for high school girls to meet women with diverse and successful STEM careers. Learn about various careers in STEM.
Are you at the crossroads of wanting to break away from Academia, but not quite sure how to do it and where to go?
Ready to start your journey to create a more inclusive world? Here’s how to take your first step!
Join the discussion on how Canadian society can work to dismantle barriers and ensure equality in STEM. Forum hosted by SCWIST-Quebec.
Do you feel disconnected from your clients & team when communicating online?
Women and Diversity in STEM: A Personal Journey
Learn how to create aesthetic and informative visuals, and take your slide decks, posters, and figures to a new level!
This talk will share 4 actionable tips to “manage your career” and give you tools to move your career in a direction that makes you happy.
Learn how to translate your personal experience or technical content into stories that are meaningful, memorable, and accurate.
Mild cognitive impairment leads to chronic neurological disorders (eg dementia, Alzheimers)… learn how to repair the impaired brain!
Learn how to engage both general and specialist audiences with your work using these proven storytelling strategies.
You may not realize it but – you have an important responsibility in keeping yourself and those around you safe online!
Let’s get together to celebrate resilience, hope and positivity this holiday season!
Back due to popular demand! This workshop is a repeat of last year’s workshop by Gwen Pawlikowski…more interactive and with updated tips!
In this workshop we’ll cover how to complete a social media audit to help create your authentic online personal brand.
SciComm: Here is a chance to practise plain language skills, to learn how to Keep It Simple, Silly and show your enthusiasm for what you do!
Calling all grade 4 to 7 kids! Join us for this evening of science fun and learning!
Let’s learn about Anna Stukas’ work in Clean Energy as we celebrate her Business in Vancouver Forty under 40 award!
In this talk, we will discuss changing how we communicate disease risks and decidedly agree that race is not a risk factor.
So you’ve binged on the 7 episodes of The Queen’s Gambit! Here’s your chance to share your key takeaways (and more) from the movie.
English language proficiency test for permanent residency, citizenship, and professional designations.
In this talk, we will discuss the health impacts of climate change in 3 areas: Respiratory Health, Vector-Borne diseases and Mental Health.
Find out how you could be involved in the new SCWIST Quebec chapter!
You’ve decided you don’t want to spend all day in the lab running experiments–now what?
Can tracing artifacts around the world help us pinpoint new geographic regions for cobalt exploration?
Identify effects of stress on your body/mind and ways to prevent long term damage. Learn strategies to foster well-being!
Join us for a fun morning of science trivia! Proceeds from this event will go to Science World.
Learn about career opportunities and the journeys of STEM Women at the Department of Defense. What makes them extraordinary?
Learn the best formats, timing and video tricks for creating your own science outreach videos.
Vancouver STEMminist Book Club: key lessons learned from each book, plans for the future, and a fun chat about science and books!
Find out how you could be involved in the new SCWIST Ontario chapter!
This talk will provide the audience an overview of the challenges around Genomics Education for healthcare professionals.
How do BC educators incorporate coding and computational thinking in K-12 classrooms?
What is “Good” vs “Bad” screen time? How can you manage it so that it doesn’t hurt kids’ health, social & career development?
Join us to celebrate our very own Christin Weidemann, 2020 YWCA Women of Distinction Awards finalist!
On the job search? Need feedback on your cover letter? Find a second pair of eyes to go over your cover letter in this interactive session!
Develop your media interview skills and build your confidence to say YES to interview requests!
Join us as we learn some tall tales about animals and the myth-busting truth behind them!
Join us as we learn some tall tales about animals and the myth-busting truth behind them!
We’re hitting the water in this SCWIST social! Join us for an afternoon of kayaking at Deep Cove!
Join us as we learn some tall tales about animals and the myth-busting truth behind them!
Join us as we learn some tall tales about animals and the myth-busting truth behind them!
Join us as we learn some tall tales about animals and the myth-busting truth behind them!
Gender Equality Week 2020: how do women in STEM fare globally?
Join us as we learn some tall tales about animals and the myth-busting truth behind them!
Make your well-being a priority! Join us for a rejuvenating walk amidst Cedar, Hemlock, Douglas Fir and Sitka Spruce trees.
Join us as we learn some tall tales about animals and the myth-busting truth behind them!
Join us as we learn some tall tales about animals and the myth-busting truth behind them!
Join us as we learn some tall tales about animals and the myth-busting truth behind them!
Have you ever wondered how bodies are built, how they regrow and repair themselves but none of the man-made objects have those traits?
Join us as we learn some tall tales about animals and the myth-busting truth behind them!
Join us as we learn some tall tales about animals and the myth-busting truth behind them!
Join us as we learn some tall tales about animals and the myth-busting truth behind them!
Join us as we learn some tall tales about animals and the myth-busting truth behind them!
Join us as we learn some tall tales about animals and the myth-busting truth behind them!
Join us to celebrate Fariba and her winning the 2020 RBC Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Award!
Dr. Lino Coria will talk about aspects of machine learning that you usually don’t hear about in online tutorials.
Our first dog-friendly hike!
How can SCWIST serve you and the larger STEM community better? Let us know in this Town Hall.
Let’s enjoy the outdoors while the beautiful sunny summer days are here!
Hey, Grad Students! Learn how to get started on your SSHRC doctoral application in this workshop!
Scientific Talk: an introduction in genomics and high-level overview of how genomics tools are utilized in disease diagnostics
Let’s enjoy the outdoors while the beautiful sunny summer days are here!
Let’s enjoy the outdoors while the beautiful sunny summer days are here!
Have you ever wondered: When would be a good time to start a family? Would I fall behind if I took leave from work to raise children?