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Pathways to Biotech: Navigating your Science Career
2024-03-07 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Join us for an exclusive event where you’ll hear directly from STEMCELL Technologies professionals.

Event Highlights
Join us for an exclusive event where you’ll hear directly from a panel of STEMCELL Technologies professionals and gain insights into their roles, experiences and the diverse opportunities within STEMCELL Technologies.
Following the event, there will be a live Q&A session with the expert panellists.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear from STEMCELL Technologies professionals and gain a deeper understanding of the exciting and impactful work they do. Whether you’re a student aspiring to join the tech industry or a seasoned professional looking for inspiration, this event will be an enlightening and enriching virtual experience.
About STEMCELL Technologies
STEMCELL Technologies is a company of Scientists Helping Scientists. United in our efforts to enable scientific research and discovery, STEMCELL provides specialized cell culture media, cell separation technologies, instruments, accessory products, and educational resources to scientists working in stem cell, immunology, cancer, regenerative medicine, and cellular therapy research in over 70 countries. Founded in Vancouver in 1993, STEMCELL is now Canada’s largest biotechnology company, and offers exciting career opportunities at and away from the bench.
The Women in STEM Virtual Career Fair
STEMCELL Technologies is proud to be a partner of SCWIST’s Women in STEM Virtual Career Fair, an event dedicated to empowering and advancing women, the 2SLGBTQ+ community, racialized communities, new immigrants, individuals with disabilities and other under-represented groups accelerate their career development in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). Register for the Career Fair.

Wonder Women Networking Evening
2024-03-05 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Grow your professional network as you meet and mingle with students, professionals and STEM leaders.

The Wonder Women Networking Evening will be hosted on Whova. Registration will NOT take place on Eventbrite. To secure your spot, please use this link.

The Society for Canadian Women in Science and Technology (SCWIST) is excited to once again host the Wonder Women Networking Evening. This networking event has been going on for more than 33 years, and this is our fourth year hosting it online for women across Canada.
Designed specifically for university students, early career professionals and those considering a career change, you’ll connect with some incredible “Wonder Women” in STEM who are successful in their fields and passionate about sharing their expertise with the next generation of STEM professionals.

“Networking is not about just connecting people. It’s about connecting people with people, people with ideas, and people with opportunities.” – Michele Jannae

We’ll be meeting on Whova, and using breakout rooms for a few rounds of networking between attendees and Wonder Women mentors. Each room will be hosted by two Wonder Women in the same or similar fields, and attendees will be assigned to rooms based on the fields they are interested in. You’re free to select as many topics as you like from our list, but please note that we can only use 2-3 of them to assign you to 2-3 different rooms. You’ll receive the “WWNE Field Guide” ahead of time to learn about the various Wonder Women mentors.
Not sure how to network, and virtually? Not to worry – just show up with a question or two, ready to listen, but we’ll start the night off with some networking “how-tos” and provide some tips along the way.
This event was created for those who identify as women in STEM fields, due to a lack of networking opportunities for women. To further our goal of supporting those under-represented in STEM, we invite participants and mentors who identify as trans, genderqueer, non-binary, two-spirit, or gender questioning as long as the framing of the event as a women’s networking space does not feel incongruent with your identity.
Don’t miss this lively evening of networking and fun—register to save your spot today!
The Wonder Women Networking Evening will be hosted on Whova. Registration will NOT take place on Eventbrite. To secure your spot, please use this link.

Quantum Leaps Career Conference - Structural and Chemical Engineering
2024-02-23 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Vancouver)
This is a career conference event for high school girls to interact with women professionals in STEM and learn about science careers.

SCWIST Quantum Leaps is a virtual career conference uniquely designed for girls from grades 8-12 interested in or curious to explore careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). This conference gives girls a glimpse into what women in STEM fields do in their careers.
During these events, girls can meet women professionals who have been successful in their STEM fields and meet other like-minded girls who have similar aspirations and interests. This event will help them know more about the STEM fields they are interested in and discover new STEM fields. Quantum Leaps also aims to aid students in the transition between high school and higher education.
This particular Quantum Leaps event will focus on women professionals working in careers related to engineering – particularly Structural engineering and Chemical engineering. They also have expertise in science communication and facilitating learning. Did they have a fixed plan for what they would like to do five years after high school? How do they ease into changing their career focus? Did they know that they wanted to pursue these careers when they were in university? Girls will get the opportunity to interact with these women to get the answers they need at the event.

AGENDA

6:00-6:25: Speaker 1 and Q&A session
6:25-6:55: Speaker 2 and Q&A session
6 :55-7:00 Conclusion

SPEAKERS

Marie Wood

Marie Wood, P.Eng is a professional engineer in the field of Structural Engineering. She works for the BC Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure as a Senior Asset Renewal Engineer, looking after the management of the bridge, culvert, and retaining wall structural inventory for MoTI’s Northern Region. Prior to this, Marie held positions as a bridge designer, bridge inspector, and construction coordinator. Marie graduated from Lakehead University in Thunder Bay, Ontario with a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering and a Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology. Marie currently lives in Prince George, BC with her fiancee and their golden retriever.

Dalia Allouss

Dalia Allouss holds a Ph.D. in Materials Chemistry and Chemometrics from Hassan II University in Morocco and is currently a dedicated Ph.D. candidate pursuing her second doctorate in Chemical Engineering at the Université de Sherbrooke. With a passion for sustainable solutions, Dalia’s research focuses on the valorization of waste biomass into valuable products for environmental applications. In addition to her contributions in the academic sector, Dalia is enthusiastic about community involvement. She previously served as a volunteer for the eMonitoring program at SCWIST-MS Infinity Program. She is currently a member of the IYCN Public Outreach Team.

The Power of Why
2024-02-20 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Vancouver)
Join us to learn how to leverage the power of curiosity to continuously find – or create – meaning in one’s work.

Since 1981, SCWIST has made great strides in promoting and empowering women in STEM. When you register, please consider adding a small donation to support our programs so all interested women and girls can see where a future in STEM can take them.

The Power of Why

For many women, a career in STEM is rooted in the desire to have a positive impact on the world. But when you finally make it into the workforce, you’re drowning in paperwork and struggling to connect your work with its impact on society. In this session, I explore how to leverage the power of curiosity to continuously find – or create – meaning in one’s work. I share the evolution of my personal “why” throughout my career, and how curiosity has enabled me to find new ways to create a positive impact – whether on the people around me or the products I build.

SPEAKERS

Jasmine Shaw

Photo and Video Consent
By registering for the event, you understand that the session may be video recorded and/ or photos will be taken for use in SCWIST digital communication platforms, including but not limited to the SCWIST website, e-newsletter, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, and others. You, therefore, are providing consent for your image and voice to be used by SCWIST for free and in perpetuity.
If you do not want your image to be captured in video or photographically, please ensure that your camera is off during the session.
Questions and Feedback
For questions about the event, or to sign up as a speaker, please contact the Communications and Events team, by email at commsevents@scwist.ca.

Creating Space for the Change you Envision
2024-01-23 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Vancouver)
Join us to learn how to harness change, rather than be hindered by it, to unlock opportunities for growth in one’s career.

Since 1981, SCWIST has made great strides in promoting and empowering women in STEM. When you register, please consider adding a small donation to support our programs so all interested women and girls can see where a future in STEM can take them.

Creating Space for the Change you Envision

In the fast-paced world that is a STEM career, change is about the only constant that you can rely on – gone are the days of working at the same company for 30 years. In this session, I explore how to harness change, rather than be hindered by it, to unlock opportunities for growth in one’s career. I offer a new perspective for looking at career change through a lens of learning, rather than seeing it as a failure. I share my personal experiences with pivoting several times throughout my career – from a degree in biomedical engineering to working in defence, from defence to enterprise SaaS, from a soul-crushing layoff to a Senior Project Manager – and how I used those redirects as critical learning moments to identify what I want, and more importantly, what I don’t want, out of my career.

SPEAKERS

Jasmine Shaw

Photo and Video Consent
By registering for the event, you understand that the session may be video recorded and/ or photos will be taken for use in SCWIST digital communication platforms, including but not limited to the SCWIST website, e-newsletter, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, and others. You, therefore, are providing consent for your image and voice to be used by SCWIST for free and in perpetuity.
If you do not want your image to be captured in video or photographically, please ensure that your camera is off during the session.
Questions and Feedback
For questions about the event, or to sign up as a speaker, please contact the Communications and Events team, by email at commsevents@scwist.ca.

Quantum Leaps Career Conference - Astronomy, Physics and Math
2024-01-18 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Vancouver)
This is a career conference event for high school girls to interact with women professionals in STEM and learn about science careers.

SCWIST Quantum Leaps is a virtual career conference uniquely designed for girls from Grade 8-12 interested in or curious to explore careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). This conference gives girls a glimpse into what women in STEM fields do in their careers.
During these events, girls can meet professionals who have been successful in their STEM fields and meet other like-minded girls who have similar aspirations and interests. This event will help them know more about the STEM fields they are interested in and discover new STEM fields. Quantum Leaps also aims to aid students in the transition between high school and higher education.
This particular Quantum Leaps event will focus on women professionals working in careers related to astronomy, physics and math. They also have expertise in science communication and facilitating learning. Did they have a fixed plan for what they would like to do five years after high school? How do they ease into changing their career focus? Did they know that they wanted to pursue these careers when they were in university? Girls will get the opportunity to interact with these women to get the answers they need at the event.

AGENDA

5:00-5:25: Speaker 1 and Q&A session
5:25-5:55: Speaker 2 and Q&A session
5 :55-6:00 Conclusion

SPEAKERS

Jennifer Kirkey
Jennifer has been teaching physics and astronomy at Douglas College for more than thirty years. She volunteers with Science World’s Scientist in the School programs which involves running hands on workshops in elementary school classrooms. She never passes up a chance to share her love of the stars by being an active member of the local Royal Astronomical Society of Canada.

Nuiok Dicaire
Nuiok work as a Research Scientist at a quantum software company where she improves the accuracy and usefulness of quantum computations. She has a background in both Physics and Mathematics. She started her studies with a joint degree in Physics and Mathematics at the University of Ottawa, then moved on to a Masters in Mathematics at the University of Calgary and a PhD in Informatics at the University of Edinburgh in Scotland. During her studies she completed, among others, an internship in theoretical nuclear physics at TRIUMF in Vancouver and one in experimental high-energy physics at CERN in Geneva. She also held fellowship at the University of Kyoto last year and she is now working in Sydney, Australia. Outside of work she enjoys traveling, hiking, and reading.

Overcome Your Resistance and Embrace Virtual Networking
2024-01-11 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Vancouver)
Meet women in STEM and brush up on your networking skills.

Networking is not only a great way to find new job opportunities, it’s a great way to make connections with new friends and professionals who will be able to support you throughout your career journey.
Join us for an interactive and informative workshop that help you get started in networking. Professional Career Coach Sue Maitland will lead you through a short talk on how to introduce yourself before we launch into breakout rooms so you can practice your newfound skills and make connections with women in STEM from across Canada.

AGENDA

12:00pm: Introductions
12:05pm: How to Introduce Yourself with Sue Maitland
12:15pm: 5 minutes for participants to craft their introduction
12:20pm: Breakout Rooms (x2)
12:55pm: Wrap up

SPEAKER

Sue Maitland, Professional Certified Coach (PCC)
After decades in the world of IT, in roles including programmer, project manager, recruiter, resource manager and sales executive, Sue followed her passion and trained to become a professional life coach. Accredited through the International Coach Federation at the PCC level, Sue specializes in helping other people make professional and personal transitions. She does this through presentations, online workshops and 1-on-1 coaching.
Her flagship workshop What’s Important to Me Now has helped 100’s of people get clarity on their top priorities for this phase of their life and the accompanying group mastermind helps motivate them to take action to live a life aligned with these priorities. Sue especially enjoys working with women in IT and is a sponsor of iWIST (Island Women in Science & Technology), offering a complimentary coaching session to all new members. Her Networking for Success workshop has proved invaluable to many people in career transition and her Self-Care workshop helps busy professionals put more balance in their lives.
suemaitland.com

A﻿bout SCWIST
SCWIST is a not-for-profit society that specializes in improving the presence and influence of women and girls in STEM in Canada. SCWIST promotes participation and advancement through education, networking, mentorship, collaborative partnerships and advocacy.
scwist.ca

A﻿bout iWIST
iWIST brings together women* and allies in science, technology, engineering, and math in West Coast island communities. Founded in 2011 as Island Women in Technology, the group’s mission was to offer a positive and supportive environment where women who worked in STEM could connect and build a community.
iwist.ca

Quantum Leaps Career Conference - Astrophysics and Chemistry
2023-12-04 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Vancouver)
This is a career conference event for high school girls to interact with women professionals in STEM and learn about science careers.

SCWIST Quantum Leaps is a virtual career conference uniquely designed for girls from Grade 8-12 interested in or curious to explore careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). This conference gives girls a glimpse into what women in STEM fields do in their careers.
During these events, girls can meet professionals who have been successful in their STEM fields and meet other like-minded girls who have similar aspirations and interests. This event will help them know more about the STEM fields they are interested in and discover new STEM fields. Quantum Leaps also aims to aid students in the transition between high school and higher education.
This particular Quantum Leaps event will focus on women professionals working in careers related to astronomy, physics and chemistry. They also have expertise in science communication and facilitating learning. Did they have a fixed plan for what they would like to do five years after high school? How do they ease into changing their career focus? Did they know that they wanted to pursue these careers when they were in university? Girls will get the opportunity to interact with these women to get the answers they need at the event.

AGENDA

5:00-5:25: Speaker 1 and Q&A session
5:25-5:55: Speaker 2 and Q&A session
5 :55-6:00 Conclusion

SPEAKERS

Dr. Tong Li
Dr. Tong Li is a material innovator and a scientist entrepreneur. She graduated from University of Victoria as a Ph.D. in Chemistry and received MBA certificate from an entrepreneur training program (i2I) at Beedie School of Business in Simon Fraser University. She co-founded a start up – Poly V Technology Inc. in 2021, where she brings the novel material she co-invented during her PhD to the market. Since 2016, Dr. Tong Li started her journey as a teaching assistant and a mentor. She taught many undergrad students and mentored several young scientists. She served in “Women In Science” organization as a mentor and influenced next generation female scientists. She believes a mentorship for young talented individuals is necessary and valuable. Her experience as a product line manager in new energy industry, a postdoc fellow in University of British Columbia and a new material developer in bio-sensor field make her start thinking that: PhD can do multiple things out of academia. HirePhD is dedicated to help talents with advanced degrees to build their successful career path. Dr. Li found this perfectly aligns with her vision. So she joined HirePhD in 2023 to help the community.

Dr. Sarah Sadavoy

Dr. Sarah Sadavoy is an observational astronomer and professor in the physics department at Queen’s University. She completed a Bachelor of Science degree from York University and then Masters of Science and Doctoral degrees from the University of Victoria. After her doctorate, she worked as a researcher in Germany and in the US before returning to Canada to become a professor at Queen’s. Her research specialization is studying the formation of new stars and planets through observations from telescopes and telescope arrays. As a professor at Queen’s University, she teaches physics and astrophysics courses at the undergraduate and graduate level, supervises students through research projects, and strives to share her passion in physics through various outreach programs to inspire the next generation of astrophysicists and astro-enthusiasts!

Advocating for Yourself at Work
2023-11-29 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Vancouver)
Join us in the next workshop in the SCWIST x The Thoughtful Co series to learn communicating what you need to be successful in your role.

Since 1981, SCWIST has made great strides in promoting and empowering women in STEM. When you register, please consider adding a small donation to support our programs so all interested women and girls can see where a future in STEM can take them.

T﻿his event is part of a series of workshops with SCWIST x The Thoughtful Co.
Check out the other available workshops:

Building Your Career Plan. November 7th, 2023. 12pm-1pm PST (Virtual)
Career Boost: Authentic Networking for Impact. November 15th, 2023. 12pm-1pm PST (Virtual)

ADVOCATING FOR YOURSELF AT WORK

This workshop will help you understand your value, and teach you how to communicate what you need to be successful in your role. We’ll review how to articulate your strengths and identify any specific needs that will help you grow professionally. This workshop is led by Sophie Warwick, who specializes in developing in-house gender equity policies and chairing Employee Resource Groups, and Jillian Climie, who has spent her career in executive compensation. Key takeaways from this workshop include:

Understanding your strengths and unique skill-set.

Understanding your non-negotiables & where you do, and don’t, have room
for flexibility.

Setting the stage for a positive & productive conversation that serves you
and your employer.

Communicating your value clearly and concisely.

Identifying and prioritizing key elements that will make you more successful
in your role.

SPEAKERS

J﻿illian Climie
Jillian Climie, Co-Founder of The Thoughtful Co, has spent her career advising and leading teams in executive compensation and corporate governance, both as a consultant, and in-house at two global retailers. Most recently at Lululemon, she led the global equity compensation and executive compensation programs. After taking a pause, she realized she wanted more of three things in her professional life: thoroughness, passion and freedom. She Co-Founded The Thoughtful Co so she can leverage her niche and technical experience, coupled with her passion for gender equity, to empower women to get paid what they deserve.

S﻿ophie Warwick
Sophie Warwick, Co-Founder of the Thoughtful Co, specializes in developing in-house gender equity policies and chairing Employee Resource Groups and advocacy groups. She uses her data analysis expertise from her engineering background to define targets and track growth and retention. In 2018, she Co-Founded Women in Consulting Engineering (WCE), a non-profit organization with over 500 members and monthly events to support and empower women in engineering. She co-founded The Thoughtful Co so she could build more gender inclusive workplaces and build representation of women at senior levels in all industries.

A﻿bout the Thoughtful Co:
We support women in understanding and negotiating their compensation, and advise employers on policies to improve gender equity in the workplace. Using our team’s deep expertise in compensation, we empower women to feel confident in asking for the compensation they deserve. Compensation includes salary, bonus, stock options, restricted share units, benefits, role scope, vacation, severance, RRSP/401Ks/ESPPs, non-competes, allowances, flexible work arrangements, parental leave and more.
Please reach out to us if you’re interested in learning more about our services, or just to chat!
Email: contact@thethoughtfulco.net, Website: www.thethoughtfulco.net, Instagram: @thethoughtful.co, Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/company/the-thoughtful-co

Photo and Video Consent
By registering for the event, you understand that the session may be video recorded and/ or photos will be taken for use in SCWIST digital communication platforms, including but not limited to the SCWIST website, e-newsletter, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, and others. You, therefore, are providing consent for your image and voice to be used by SCWIST for free and in perpetuity.
If you do not want your image to be captured in video or photographically, please ensure that your camera is off during the session.
Questions and Feedback
For questions about the event, or to sign up as a speaker, please contact the Communications and Events team, by email at commsevents@scwist.ca.

Chat with us: rendez-vous with Dr. Margaret Magdesian
2023-11-22 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Montreal) | INRS Armand-Frappier Health and Biotechnology Centre, 531 Boulevard des Prairies, Salle Pasteur, Bâtiment 18 / Pasteur room, Building 18, Laval, QC, H7V 1B7, Canada
Are you wondering what to do after your master’s, doctorate, or postdoctoral fellowship? Learn about science careers outside of academia.

The Society for Canadian Women in Science and Technology – Quebec (SCWIST – Quebec) invites you to hear the experiences and perspectives of Dr. Margaret Magdesian, the CEO and founder of ANANDA Devices.
Are you wondering what to do after your master’s, doctorate, or postdoctoral fellowship? Learn about science careers outside of academia.
Join us on Wednesday, November 22nd, from 12:00 to 1:00 pm EDT (Montreal time) for the next edition of the Chat with Us series, where we go over the “Ins and Outs” of science jobs outside academia. We will have a great opportunity to learn the Ins and Outs of scientific positions at a start-up biotechnology company.
For the first time, this event will be hybrid! A free lunch and networking session will follow our speaker’s talk.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to network and learn about the advice of Dr. Magdesian, such as:

Her career path
The role of an CEO and founder of ANANDA Devices
Accessibility and impacts in science & technology.

We strongly encourage you to interact with our speaker and to ask questions during the event.
We can’t wait to see you! Stay tuned for additional information.
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La Société canadienne des femmes en science et technologie – Québec (SCWIST – Québec) vous invite à partager les expériences et les perspectives de Dr. Margaret Magdesian, PDG et fondatrice d’ANANDA Devices.
Vous vous demandez quoi faire après votre maîtrise, votre doctorat ou votre bourse postdoctorale ? Vous voulez tout simplement en savoir plus sur les carrières scientifiques à l’extérieur du milieu universitaire ?
Joignez-vous à nous le mercredi 22 novembre de 12h à 13h HAE (heure de Montréal) pour la prochaine édition de la série Chat with Us – ” Les tenants et les aboutissants ” des emplois scientifiques en dehors du milieu universitaire. Nous aurons l’occasion d’apprendre les tenants et les aboutissants des postes scientifiques au sein d’une jeune entreprise de biotechnologie.
Pour la première fois, cet événement sera hydride ! Un déjeuner gratuit et une session de réseautage suivront l’exposé de notre conférencière.
Ne manquez pas cette opportunité unique de réseauter et découvrir les conseils du Dr. Magdesian, notamment sur :

Son parcours
Le rôle d’un.e PDG et fondatrice d’ANANDA Devices
L’accessibilité et l’impact des différents postes dans le domaine des sciences et de la technologie.

Nous vous encourageons vivement à interagir avec notre invitée et à lui poser des questions au cours de l’événement.
Nous avons hâte de vous voir ! Restez à l’écoute pour plus d’informations.

SPEAKER

Dr. Margaret Magdesian
Dr. Margaret Magdesian, PhD, is the CEO and founder of ANANDA Devices, a Montreal-based company commercializing some of the technology she developed for faster evaluation of toxicity and efficacy of medications directly on human-derived neurons organized on a chip.
Dr Magdesian’s technology is being used by leading biopharmaceutical companies to accelerate drug development in 14 countries. She was also nominated to 25 awards in science and innovation, including the Top 10 Quebec Discovery of the Year 2016, 2017 L’Oréal Women in Digital, 2018 SheEO in Canada, and 2019 Cartier Women’s Initiative Awards, 2020 Bayer Innovation. Dr Magdesian is an INSEAD fellow for entrepreneurship and she also dedicates her time to support scientific entrepreneurship and innovation. She is a judge and mentor of the Cartier Pioneer Science Entrepreneurship Award and the Vice-President of the Society of Toxicology of Canada.
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Dr. Margaret Magdesian, Ph.D., est la PDG et fondatrice d’ANANDA Devices, une entreprise basée à Montréal qui commercialise une partie de la technologie qu’elle a développée. Cette méthode innovante permet une évaluation plus rapide de la toxicité et de l’efficacité des médicaments directement testés sur des neurones dérivés de l’homme organisés sur une puce.
La technologie du Dr. Magdesian est utilisée au niveau international (dans 14 pays) par de grandes entreprises biopharmaceutiques ayant pour but d’accélérer le développement de médicaments. Dr. Magdesian a par ailleurs été nominée pour 25 prix en science et innovation, notamment la Découverte de l’Année au Québec en 2016, le Prix L’Oréal Women in Digital en 2017, le Prix SheEO au Canada en 2018, le Prix Cartier Women’s Initiative Awards en 2019, ainsi que le Prix Bayer Innovation en 2020. Elle est également membre du corps professoral de l’INSEAD en entrepreneuriat et consacre son temps à soutenir l’entrepreneuriat scientifique et l’innovation. Elle est juge et mentore pour le Prix Cartier Pioneer Science Entrepreneurship Award et vice-présidente de la Société de Toxicologie du Canada.

Photo and Video Consent
By registering for the event, you understand that the session may be video recorded and/ or photos will be taken for use in SCWIST digital communication platforms, including but not limited to the SCWIST website, e-newsletter, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and others. You therefore are providing consent for your image and voice to be used by SCWIST for free and in perpetuity.
If you do not want your image to be captured in video or photographically, please ensure that your camera is off during the session.
Questions and Feedback
For questions about the event, or to sign up as a speaker, please contact the Communications and Events team, by email at marketing_events@scwist.ca.

Career Boost: Authentic Networking for Impact
2023-11-15 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Vancouver)
Join us in the next workshop in the SCWIST x The Thoughtful Co series to learn about essential networking strategies.

Since 1981, SCWIST has made great strides in promoting and empowering women in STEM. When you register, please consider adding a small donation to support our programs so all interested women and girls can see where a future in STEM can take them.

T﻿his event is part of a series of workshops with SCWIST x The Thoughtful Co.
Check out the other available workshops:

Building Your Career Plan. November 7th, 2023. 12pm-1pm PST (Virtual)
Advocating for Yourself at Work. November 29, 2023. 12pm-1pm PST (Virtual)

CAREER BOOST: AUTHENTIC NETWORKING FOR IMPACT

This workshop guides attendees on how to network with confidence and build meaningful long-term connections. Participants will learn essential networking strategies that go beyond mere introductions, focusing on creating authentic relationships that foster professional growth. You’ll acquire the skills to navigate networking events, leverage your existing connections, and leave a lasting impression in your industry. This workshop is led by Sophie Warwick, who specializes in developing in-house gender equity policies and chairing Employee Resource Groups, and Jillian Climie, who has spent her career in executive compensation. Key takeaways from this workshop include:

Approach networking with a purpose and alignment with career goals.
Understand the importance of genuine interactions.
Craft and deliver a compelling elevator pitch that succinctly communicates your professional value.
Build lasting relationships through thoughtful communication.
Gain insights into maintaining and nurturing your network over time.

SPEAKERS

J﻿illian Climie
Jillian Climie, Co-Founder of The Thoughtful Co, has spent her career advising and leading teams in executive compensation and corporate governance, both as a consultant, and in-house at two global retailers. Most recently at Lululemon, she led the global equity compensation and executive compensation programs. After taking a pause, she realized she wanted more of three things in her professional life: thoroughness, passion and freedom. She Co-Founded The Thoughtful Co so she can leverage her niche and technical experience, coupled with her passion for gender equity, to empower women to get paid what they deserve.

S﻿ophie Warwick
Sophie Warwick, Co-Founder of the Thoughtful Co, specializes in developing in-house gender equity policies and chairing Employee Resource Groups and advocacy groups. She uses her data analysis expertise from her engineering background to define targets and track growth and retention. In 2018, she Co-Founded Women in Consulting Engineering (WCE), a non-profit organization with over 500 members and monthly events to support and empower women in engineering. She co-founded The Thoughtful Co so she could build more gender inclusive workplaces and build representation of women at senior levels in all industries.

A﻿bout the Thoughtful Co:
We support women in understanding and negotiating their compensation, and advise employers on policies to improve gender equity in the workplace. Using our team’s deep expertise in compensation, we empower women to feel confident in asking for the compensation they deserve. Compensation includes salary, bonus, stock options, restricted share units, benefits, role scope, vacation, severance, RRSP/401Ks/ESPPs, non-competes, allowances, flexible work arrangements, parental leave and more.
Please reach out to us if you’re interested in learning more about our services, or just to chat!
Email: contact@thethoughtfulco.net, Website: www.thethoughtfulco.net, Instagram: @thethoughtful.co, Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/company/the-thoughtful-co

Photo and Video Consent
By registering for the event, you understand that the session may be video recorded and/ or photos will be taken for use in SCWIST digital communication platforms, including but not limited to the SCWIST website, e-newsletter, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, and others. You, therefore, are providing consent for your image and voice to be used by SCWIST for free and in perpetuity.
If you do not want your image to be captured in video or photographically, please ensure that your camera is off during the session.
Questions and Feedback
For questions about the event, or to sign up as a speaker, please contact the Communications and Events team, by email at commsevents@scwist.ca.

Quantum Leaps Career Conference - Clinical Research and Biochemistry
2023-11-07 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Vancouver)
This is a career conference event for high school girls to interact with women professionals in STEM and learn about science careers.

Since 1981, SCWIST has made great strides in promoting and empowering women in STEM. When you register, please consider adding a small donation to support our programs so all interested women and girls can see where a future in STEM can take them.

SCWIST Quantum Leaps is a virtual career conference uniquely designed for girls from grade 8-12 interested in or curious to explore careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). This conference gives girls a glimpse into what women in STEM fields do in their careers.
During these events, girls can meet professionals who have been successful in their STEM fields and meet other like-minded girls who have similar aspirations and interests. This event will help them know more about the STEM fields they are interested in and discover new STEM fields. Quantum Leaps also aims to aid students in the transition between high school and higher education.
This particular Quantum Leaps event will focus on women professionals working in careers related to Clinical Research in Oncology and Pediatrics as well as Biochemistry and Teaching. They also have expertise in science communication and facilitating learning. Did they have a fixed plan for what they would like to do five years after high school? How do they ease into changing their career focus? Did they know that they wanted to pursue these careers when they joined university? Girls will get the opportunity to interact with these women to get the answers they need at the event.

AGENDA

5:00-5:25: Speaker 1 and Q&A session
5:25-5:55: Speaker 2 and Q&A session
5﻿:55-6:00 Conclusion

SPEAKERS

Jessica Lovnicki
Jessica has experience working as a Clinical Research Coordinator in the field of Oncology. With a patient-focused mindset and a strong interest in pediatrics, she continues to strive to build world-class programs that enhance the health of children across Canada. Hoping to make a career change, she will be applying to teacher’s education programs this fall. Since November 2019, Jessica has offered administrative support to numerous students by logging their university applications and has been providing career as well as education counselling to help students decide which path to pursue. She has been providing students options that offer the opportunity for fulfillment and success. As a Supported Learning Groups Leader at the University of Guelph, she collaborated with the Faculty of Science to create presentation material and help educate faculty on the role of facilitated learning in a students’ continual education. With a passion for clinical research, education, teaching and career guidance, she looks forward to sharing her career journey with high school girls.

Melody Cheng
Melody is a Fourth-year honors Biochemistry student at the University of British Columbia. She is originally from Taiwan, but has been living in Canada since the seventh grade. In addition to her studies, she is also the proud founder of STEM Vision, a hands-on STEM program that’s all about making science fun and accessible for children. She eagerly awaits sharing her experiences, passion for science, and how to make a quantum leap in our educational journeys together!

Building Your Career Plan
2023-11-07 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Vancouver)
Join us in the next workshop in the SCWIST x The Thoughtful Co series to learn about building your career plan.

Since 1981, SCWIST has made great strides in promoting and empowering women in STEM. When you register, please consider adding a small donation to support our programs so all interested women and girls can see where a future in STEM can take them.

T﻿his event is part of a series of workshops with SCWIST x The Thoughtful Co.
Check out the other available workshops

﻿Career Boost: Authentic Networking for Impact. November 15th, 2023. 12pm-1pm PST (Virtual)
Advocating for Yourself at Work. November 29, 2023. 12pm-1pm PST (Virtual)

B﻿UILDING YOUR CAREER PLAN

This workshop will support attendees in building out a concrete career map that sets the stage for them to achieve their goals. We’ll work on actionable planning you can start today, that will help you get to where you want to be in the future. This workshop is led by Sophie Warwick, who specializes in developing in-house gender equity policies and chairing Employee Resource Groups, and Jillian Climie, who has spent her career in executive compensation. Key takeaways from this workshop include:

The specific steps to take to help you build out your career plan.
Information gathering – both externally, and within yourself.
What should, and should not be, included in a career map.
The importance of using goals, metrics and timelines.
How to address biases women face as they move up in their careers.

SPEAKERS

J﻿illian Climie
Jillian Climie, Co-Founder of The Thoughtful Co, has spent her career advising and leading teams in executive compensation and corporate governance, both as a consultant, and in-house at two global retailers. Most recently at Lululemon, she led the global equity compensation and executive compensation programs. After taking a pause, she realized she wanted more of three things in her professional life: thoroughness, passion and freedom. She Co-Founded The Thoughtful Co so she can leverage her niche and technical experience, coupled with her passion for gender equity, to empower women to get paid what they deserve.

S﻿ophie Warwick
Sophie Warwick, Co-Founder of the Thoughtful Co, specializes in developing in-house gender equity policies and chairing Employee Resource Groups and advocacy groups. She uses her data analysis expertise from her engineering background to define targets and track growth and retention. In 2018, she Co-Founded Women in Consulting Engineering (WCE), a non-profit organization with over 500 members and monthly events to support and empower women in engineering. She co-founded The Thoughtful Co so she could build more gender inclusive workplaces and build representation of women at senior levels in all industries.

A﻿bout the Thoughtful Co:
We support women in understanding and negotiating their compensation, and advise employers on policies to improve gender equity in the workplace. Using our team’s deep expertise in compensation, we empower women to feel confident in asking for the compensation they deserve. Compensation includes salary, bonus, stock options, restricted share units, benefits, role scope, vacation, severance, RRSP/401Ks/ESPPs, non-competes, allowances, flexible work arrangements, parental leave and more.
Please reach out to us if you’re interested in learning more about our services, or just to chat!
Email: contact@thethoughtfulco.net, Website: www.thethoughtfulco.net, Instagram: @thethoughtful.co, Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/company/the-thoughtful-co

Photo and Video Consent
By registering for the event, you understand that the session may be video recorded and/ or photos will be taken for use in SCWIST digital communication platforms, including but not limited to the SCWIST website, e-newsletter, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, and others. You, therefore, are providing consent for your image and voice to be used by SCWIST for free and in perpetuity.
If you do not want your image to be captured in video or photographically, please ensure that your camera is off during the session.
Questions and Feedback
For questions about the event, or to sign up as a speaker, please contact the Communications and Events team, by email at commsevents@scwist.ca.

Quantum Leaps Career Conference - Uro-Oncology, Biochemistry and Teaching
2023-10-19 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Vancouver)
This is a career conference event for high school girls to interact with women professionals in STEM and learn about science careers.

Since 1981, SCWIST has made great strides in promoting and empowering women in STEM. When you register, please consider adding a small donation to support our programs so all interested women and girls can see where a future in STEM can take them.

SCWIST Quantum Leaps is a virtual career conference uniquely designed for girls from grade 8-12 interested in or curious to explore careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). This conference gives girls a glimpse into what women in STEM fields do in their careers.
During these events, girls can meet professionals who have been successful in their STEM fields and meet other like-minded girls who have similar aspirations and interests. This event will help them know more about the STEM fields they are interested in and discover new STEM fields. Quantum Leaps also aims to aid students in the transition between high school and higher education.
This particular Quantum Leaps event will focus on women professionals working in careers related to urology, oncology, biochemistry and teaching. They also have expertise in science communication and facilitating learning. Did they have a fixed plan for what they would like to do five years after high school? How do they ease into changing their career focus? Did they know that they wanted to pursue these careers when they were in university? Girls will get the opportunity to interact with these women to get the answers they need at the event.

AGENDA

5:00-5:25: Speaker 1 and Q&A session
5:25-5:55: Speaker 2 and Q&A session
5﻿:55-6:00 Conclusion

SPEAKERS

﻿Dr. Julie Grondin
Julie is originally from small town in northern Ontario.She has a BScH and PhD in biochemistry from Queen’s University (Kingston, ON). She also did her postdoctoral fellowships at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (Lethbridge, AB) and the Michael Smith Laboratories at UBC (Vancouver, BC).
She is currently a high school science and math (French Immersion) teacher in Richmond, BC. She has volunteered with SCWIST (msInfinity) and the Greater Vancouver Regional Science Fair (GVRSF) since 2017. This year, she is Vice-Chair of the GVRSF.
Folks can find her on Twitter @jmlgrondin
Pronouns: she/her

Dr. Sandra Kim
Sandra is currently a Uro-oncology fellow at the University of British Columbia, based at Vancouver General Hospital. She did her medical school and undergrad (in immunology and microbiology) at UBC and Residency in Urology at Dalhousie University in Halifax.

Chat with us: rendez-vous with the CEO of Optonique
2023-10-12 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
Chat with us: rendez-vous avec une cadre de direction d’Optonique – le Pôle d’excellence en photonique du Québec

Are you wondering what to do after your master’s, doctorate, or postdoctoral fellowship?
Want to learn about science careers outside of academia?
The Society for Canadian Women in Science and Technology – Quebec (SCWIST – Quebec) invites you to hear the experiences and perspectives of Dr. Madison Rilling, an Executive Officer at Optonique.
Join us for a live chat on Thursday, October 12th, at 12:00 pm EDT (Montreal time) for the next edition of the Chat with Us series – “Ins and Outs” of science jobs outside academia. We will have a great opportunity to learn the Ins and Outs of scientific positions at non-profits.
Various topics will be discussed, such as:

The role of an Executive Officer at Optonique
Madison’s career path
Accessibility and impacts in science & technology

We strongly encourage you to interact with our speaker and to ask questions during the event.
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Vous vous demandez quoi faire après votre maîtrise, doctorat ou stage postdoctoral?
Vous voulez en savoir plus sur les carrières scientifiques en dehors du milieu universitaire?
La Société des Canadiennes en Science et Technologie – Québec (SCWIST – Québec) vous invite à entendre les expériences et les perspectives du Dr Madison Rilling, une dirigeante chez Optonique.
Joignez-vous à nous pour un chat en direct le jeudi 12 octobre à 12h00 EDT (heure de Montréal) pour la prochaine édition de la série Chat with Us – “Ins and Outs” des emplois scientifiques à l’extérieur du milieu universitaire. Nous aurons une excellente occasion d’apprendre les tenants et les aboutissants des postes scientifiques dans les organismes à but non lucratif.
Divers sujets seront abordés, tels que :

Le rôle d’un dirigeant chez Optonique
Le parcours professionnel de Madison
A﻿ccessibilité et impacts en science et technologie

Nous vous encourageons fortement à interagir avec notre conférencier et à poser des questions pendant l’événement.
_﻿_______________________________________________________________________________

SPEAKER

Madison Rilling BSc. MSc. PhD in Physics
Dr. Madison Rilling is Executive Director of Optonique, a non-profit dedicated to growing Québec’s and Canada’s photonics community and leveraging the enabling capabilities of light-based technologies. In her role, she serves as a knowledge-broker between industry, academia and government, being involved in innovation, trade and workforce policy development, as well as diplomatic efforts at both the provincial and federal levels.
Madison holds a Joint Honours in Math and Physics (McGill University, 2014), Master’s in Medical Physics (ULaval, 2016) and a PhD in Physics (ULaval, 2020), after which she worked as a clinical medical physicist in radiation oncology. She was a student advisor to Québec’s Chief Scientist (2016-2019) and a member of Canada’s Chief Science Advisor’s inaugural Youth Council (2020-2023), acting as a strong advocate at the science-policy interface for the next generation of scientists.
As an Action Canada Fellow and 2021 Optica Pivoting Fellow, Madison is committed to building bridges between science & society, namely through public policy. She contributes her expertise as board member, mentor, and volunteer within local and international scientific and policy-focused organizations. Over the years, Madison co-led several initiatives for girls and women in STEM within her community as well as creative science outreach projects like La Terrasse Optique. Born and raised in Québec City, Madison loves to be outdoors – either (ultra)trail running, playing beach volleyball, or cycling.

Madison est directrice générale d’Optonique, une organisation à but non lucratif dédiée au développement de la communauté photonique québécoise et canadienne ainsi qu’à la promotion des capacités habilitantes des technologies basées sur la lumière. Elle agit à l’interface des milieux industriel, académique et gouvernemental, participant à l’élaboration de politiques en matière d’innovation, de commerce et de main-d’œuvre, ainsi qu’à des efforts diplomatiques aux niveaux provincial et fédéral.
Madison est titulaire d’un double baccalauréat en mathématiques et physique (Université McGill, 2014), d’une maîtrise en physique médicale (ULaval, 2016) et d’un doctorat en physique (ULaval, 2020), après quoi elle a travaillé comme physicienne médicale clinique en radio-oncologie. Elle a été conseillère étudiante du Scientifique en chef du Québec (2016-2019) et membre du premier conseil-jeunesse de la conseillère scientifique en chef du Canada (2020-2023), agissant comme porte-voix de la relève scientifique à l’interface science et politique.
En tant que Fellow d’Action Canada et Pivoting Fellow d’Optica, Madison poursuit son engagement à bâtir des ponts entre la science et la société. Elle contribue son expertise en tant que membre de conseil d’administration, mentore et bénévole dévouée au sein d’organisations locales et internationales. Au fil des ans, Madison a codirigé plusieurs initiatives pour les filles et les femmes en STIM, ainsi que des projets créatifs de vulgarisation scientifique comme La Terrasse Optique. Originaire de Québec, Madison adore le plein air, particulièrement la course (ultra)trail, le volleyball de plage et le vélo.

Photo and Video Consent
By registering for the event, you understand that the session may be video recorded and/ or photos will be taken for use in SCWIST digital communication platforms, including but not limited to the SCWIST website, e-newsletter, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and others. You therefore are providing consent for your image and voice to be used by SCWIST for free and in perpetuity.
If you do not want your image to be captured in video or photographically, please ensure that your camera is off during the session.
Questions and Feedback
For questions about the event, or to sign up as a speaker, please contact the Communications and Events team, by email at marketing_events@scwist.ca.

Overcome Your Resistance and Embrace Virtual Networking
2023-09-27 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-05-23 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Vancouver)
SCWIST and iWIST have come together to bring you an opportunity to meet women in STEM and brush up on your networking skills.

Networking is not only a great way to find new job opportunities, it’s a great way to make connections with new friends and professionals who will be able to support you throughout your career journey.
Join us for an interactive and informative workshop that help you get started in networking. Professional Career Coach Sue Maitland will lead you through a short talk on how to introduce yourself before we launch into breakout rooms so you can practice your newfound skills and make connections with women in STEM from across Canada.

AGENDA

12:00pm: Introductions
12:05pm: How to Introduce Yourself with Sue Maitland
12:15pm: 5-minutes fo participants to craft their introduction
12:20pm: Breakout Rooms (x2)
12:55pm: Wrap up

SPEAKER

Sue Maitland, Professional Certified Coach (PCC)
After decades in the world of IT, in roles including programmer, project manager, recruiter, resource manager and sales executive, Sue followed her passion and trained to become a professional life coach. Accredited through the International Coach Federation at the PCC level, Sue specializes in helping other people make professional and personal transitions. She does this through presentations, online workshops and 1-on-1 coaching.
Her flagship workshop What’s Important to Me Now has helped 100’s of people get clarity on their top priorities for this phase of their life and the accompanying group mastermind helps motivate them to take action to live a life aligned with these priorities. Sue especially enjoys working with women in IT and is a sponsor of iWIST (Island Women in Science & Technology), offering a complimentary coaching session to all new members. Her Networking for Success workshop has proved invaluable to many people in career transition and her Self-Care workshop helps busy professionals put more balance in their lives.
suemaitland.com

A﻿bout SCWIST
SCWIST is a not-for-profit society that specializes in improving the presence and influence of women and girls in STEM in Canada. SCWIST promotes participation and advancement through education, networking, mentorship, collaborative partnerships and advocacy.
scwist.ca

A﻿bout iWIST
iWIST brings together women* and allies in science, technology, engineering, and math in West Coast island communities. Founded in 2011 as Island Women in Technology, the group’s mission was to offer a positive and supportive environment where women who worked in STEM could connect and build a community.
iwist.ca

Unlocking the Value of Gender Equity at Work
2023-09-19 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Vancouver)
Join us for a virtual workshop to learn the benefits of gender equity in the workplace.

SCWIST and The Thoughtful Co. have joined forces again to bring you an educational and interactive workshop about Unlocking the Value of Gender Equity at Work.

Did you know share price performance can be almost 50% higher when women are well represented at the top of employers? This workshop outlines how gender equity in the workplace enhances long-term financial performance, creates innovation, facilitates retention, and builds culture. We leave time for group discussion and Q&A to ensure all your questions are answered. This workshop is led by Sophie Warwick, who has spent her career in structural engineering and specializes in developing in-house gender equity policies and chairing ERGs and advocacy groups.
Key takeaways from this workshop include:

Understanding the financial implications of employee retention.
Learning the impact diversity has on creative innovation and responsive strategies.
Understanding the improvements on employee performance.
Attracting top talent in a workforce that seeks employers with values alignment.
Learning the financial benefits of diversity in leadership.

SPEAKERS

S﻿ophie Warwick
Sophie Warwick, Co-Founder of the Thoughtful Co, specializes in developing in-house gender equity policies and chairing Employee Resource Groups and advocacy groups. She uses her data analysis expertise from her engineering background to define targets and track growth and retention. In 2018, she Co-Founded Women in Consulting Engineering (WCE), a non-profit organization with over 500 members and monthly events to support and empower women in engineering. She co-founded The Thoughtful Co so she could build more gender inclusive workplaces and build representation of women at senior levels in all industries.

J﻿illian Climie
Jillian Climie, Co-Founder of The Thoughtful Co, has spent her career advising and leading teams in executive compensation and corporate governance, both as a consultant, and in-house at two global retailers. Most recently at Lululemon, she led the global equity compensation and executive compensation programs. After taking a pause, she realized she wanted more of three things in her professional life: thoroughness, passion and freedom. She Co?Founded The Thoughtful Co so she can leverage her niche and technical experience, coupled with her passion for gender equity, to empower women to get paid what they deserve.

PRESENTED BY

A﻿bout SCWIST:
The Society for Canadian Women in Science and Technology (SCWIST) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to empowering and supporting women in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) in Canada. With a focus on promoting gender equality and diversity, SCWIST offers mentorship, professional development, and networking opportunities to foster a thriving community of women professionals. Through their advocacy and transformative programs, SCWIST aims to break down barriers, inspire future leaders, and create a more inclusive and equitable landscape in the world of STEM. scwist.ca

A﻿bout the Thoughtful Co:
We support women in understanding and negotiating their compensation, and advise employers on policies to improve gender equity in the workplace. Using our team’s deep expertise in compensation, we empower women to feel confident in asking for the compensation they deserve. Compensation includes salary, bonus, stock options, restricted share units, benefits, role scope, vacation, severance, RRSP/401Ks/ESPPs, non-competes, allowances, flexible work arrangements, parental leave and more.
Please reach out to us if you’re interested in learning more about our services, or just to chat!
Email: contact@thethoughtfulco.net, Website: www.thethoughtfulco.net, Instagram: @thethoughtful.co, Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/company/the-thoughtful-co

Photo and Video Consent
By registering for the event, you understand that the session may be video recorded and/or photos will be taken for use in SCWIST digital communication platforms, including but not limited to the SCWIST website, e-newsletter, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, and others. You, therefore, are providing consent for your image and voice to be used by SCWIST for free and in perpetuity.
If you do not want your image to be captured in video or photographically, please ensure that your camera is off during the session.
Questions and Feedback
For questions about the event, or to sign up as a speaker, please contact the Communications and Events team, by email at commsevents@scwist.ca.

VoyageHer: Navigating STEM Careers with Seaspan
2023-09-13 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Vancouver)
Immerse yourself in a world of maritime ingenuity as we meet three women working at Seaspan, a leader in shipbuilding and maritime solutions

Curious about a career in the marine transportation and shipbuilding industry?
Immerse yourself in a world of maritime ingenuity as we meet three women working at Seaspan, a leader in shipbuilding and maritime solutions.
We will hear from Jennifer Busler, Maureen Katarama and Amrit Grewal, each an accomplished leader in the maritime technology and engineering fields.
Drawing from their experiences, our speakers will dive into the intricacies of their personal career journeys – from navigating challenges, seizing success and making their mark in this dynamic industry.
Whether you’re a seasoned professional, an emerging talent, or simply curious about the maritime industry, this event promises valuable takeaways and inspiration for all.
This event is open to all, and registration is free. Sign up now to secure your spot.

AGENDA

12:00-12:05: Introductions
12:05-12:45: Panel Discussion
12:45-12:55: Q&A
12:55-1:00: Closing Remarks

SPEAKERS

Jennifer Busler: Manager, Innovation
Jennifer Busler leads a multi-disciplinary team at Seaspan to develop, explore and advance technical solutions in digital twins, data analytics, 3D and immersive visualization, autonomy, and green technologies for new ship construction and in-service support.
As a passionate advocate for innovation integrated into strategic business growth, she has spent her career working across diverse technology areas within Canada’s innovation ecosystem, adopting differentiating technologies that address industry and customer needs, and delivering projects and programs with partners in academia, industry and government organizations.

Maureen Katarama: Manager, Engineering and Design Systems
With a technology career spanning more than 15 years, Maureen Katarama has accumulated a wealth of experience in technology, having held diverse roles across various industries. Currently, she serves as the Manager of Engineering and Design Systems at Seaspan.
Not only does she have a passion for technology, but she am deeply committed to breaking down barriers and fostering inclusivity in the tech world. Her journey, although challenging, was fueled by drive, determination and perseverance. Through her work, she strives to inspire and empower the next generation of female professionals to embrace their passions and excel in the fields of science and technology.

Amrit Grewal: Manager, Electrical Systems
Amrit Grewal is an experienced Senior Leader in Electrical Engineering, offering a proven track record of over a decade in successfully spearheading a diverse range of engineering projects and programs across dynamic industries including Oil & Gas, Construction, Mining, Power Generation, and Ship Building.
She has skillfully navigated projects of varying scales, guiding them from conception to reality. Her adept leadership has been instrumental in orchestrating endeavors with budgets spanning from $5 million to $4.4 billion.

A﻿bout Seaspan
Seaspan is a leader in Canada’s ship design, engineering, building and ship repair industry. With modern facilities and a dedicated workforce of approximately 3,600 in North Vancouver and Victoria, the company has proven itself to be a trusted and strategic partner on a range of complex projects for both government and the private sector.
seaspan.com

A﻿bout SCWIST
The Society for Canadian Women in Science and Technology (SCWIST) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to empowering and supporting women in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) in Canada. Through their advocacy and transformative programs, SCWIST aims to break down barriers, inspire future leaders, and create a more inclusive and equitable landscape in the world of STEM.
scwist.ca

Photo and Video Consent
By registering for the event, you understand that the session may be video recorded and/ or photos will be taken for use in SCWIST digital communication platforms, including but not limited to the SCWIST website, e-newsletter, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, and others. You, therefore, are providing consent for your image and voice to be used by SCWIST for free and in perpetuity.
If you do not want your image to be captured in video or photographically, please ensure that your camera is off during the session.
Questions and Feedback
For questions about the event, or to sign up as a speaker, please contact the Communications and Events team, by email at marketing_events@scwist.ca.

SCWIST x Canadian Space Society: Experiences of women in space and tech
2023-08-24 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Vancouver)
Women in STEM sharing their journeys, challenges and triumphs in the space and tech industries.

Since 1981, SCWIST has made great strides in promoting and empowering women in STEM. When you register, please consider adding a small donation to support our programs so all interested women and girls can see where a future in STEM can take them.

The Society for Canadian Women in Science and Technology (SCWIST) and the Canadian Space Society (CSS) have joined to bring you a captivating panel event, Exploring Frontiers – Women in Space and Technology.
We will be shining a spotlight on four extraordinary women who have charted their own paths in the space and technology sectors and delve into their remarkable journeys, challenges, and triumphs.
This event will be an excellent opportunity to explore the current state of women’s representation in STEM, gain insights into the diverse career options within space and technology industries, get valuable advice on seeking mentors and being one yourself and learn about their journeys from academia to industry.

SPEAKERS

Natalie Cook
Natalie is an Intermediate Geospatial Technician/Remote Sensing Operator at MDA.

Samantha Yueh
A versatile tech enthusiast with a solid grounding in emerging technologies (VR/AR/MR, AI, BCI). Samantha has a proven track record in digital transformation, project management, and product development in cross-disciplinary teams. She is passionate about leveraging cutting-edge tech to innovate, inspire, and create impactful user experiences.

Maria Nickel
Maria Nickel is an experienced STEM teacher living in Winnipeg, Manitoba. With over 26 years of teaching, she has covered subjects like Science, Phys. Ed, ELA, and Social Studies for grades K-8. Her passion lies in space, evident through her involvement in the Student Spaceflight Experiment Program and the Manitoba IRIS Cube Satellite-1 Engineering Team. Maria is affiliated with organizations like the Space Foundation and Space Center Houston. She has received numerous accolades, including the Prime Minister’s Excellence in Teaching Award. In 2016, her application was in the running to be Canada’s next astronaut. Although she was not successful, the experience provided her with valuable real-world teaching moments for her students and fans during the selection process.

MODERATOR

M﻿ahima Kapoor
Mahima is a polymath and thrives at the intersection of science, business, and technology! Guiding organizations through disruptive technological changes and deeply understanding and solving for end user needs excites her. Her spare time is filled with a multitude of passion projects, producing a space podcast to highlight underrepresented narratives of those working in Canada’s budding space sector, working at a professional Bollywood dance company, and mentoring university women in STEM.

PRESENTED BY

The Society for Canadian Women in Science and Technology (SCWIST) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to empowering and supporting women in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) in Canada. With a focus on promoting gender equality and diversity, SCWIST offers mentorship, professional development, and networking opportunities to foster a thriving community of women professionals. Through their advocacy and transformative programs, SCWIST aims to break down barriers, inspire future leaders, and create a more inclusive and equitable landscape in the world of STEM. scwist.ca

The Canadian Space Society (CSS) is a leading organization at the forefront of space exploration and technology in Canada. Established to promote and advance the development of space activities, CSS serves as a platform for space enthusiasts, professionals, and researchers to collaborate and share knowledge. With a strong commitment to education, outreach, and advocacy, CSS strives to inspire and engage the next generation of space enthusiasts while contributing to Canada’s significant role in the global space community. css.ca

Photo and Video Consent
By registering for the event, you understand that the session may be video recorded and/ or photos will be taken for use in SCWIST digital communication platforms, including but not limited to the SCWIST website, e-newsletter, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, and others. You, therefore, are providing consent for your image and voice to be used by SCWIST for free and in perpetuity.
If you do not want your image to be captured in video or photographically, please ensure that your camera is off during the session.
Questions and Feedback
For questions about the event, or to sign up as a speaker, please contact the Communications and Events team, by email at marketing_events@scwist.ca.

Quantum Leaps Career Conference - Cell Biology and Photochemistry
2023-08-24 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Vancouver)
This is a career conference event for high school girls to interact with women professionals in STEM and learn about science careers.

Since 1981, SCWIST has made great strides in promoting and empowering women in STEM. When you register, please consider adding a small donation to support our programs so all interested women and girls can see where a future in STEM can take them.

SCWIST Quantum Leaps is a virtual career conference uniquely designed for girls from grade 8-12 interested in or curious to explore careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). This conference gives girls a glimpse into what women in STEM fields do in their careers.
During these events, girls can meet professionals who have been successful in their STEM fields and meet other like-minded girls who have similar aspirations and interests. This event will help them know more about the STEM fields they are interested in and discover new STEM fields. Quantum Leaps also aims to aid students in the transition between high school and higher education.
This particular Quantum Leaps event will focus on women professionals working in careers related to cell biology and photochemistry. They also have expertise in science communication and facilitating learning. Did they have a fixed plan for what they would like to do five years after high school? How do they ease into changing their career focus? Did they know that they wanted to pursue these careers when they were in university? Girls will get the opportunity to interact with these women to get the answers they need at the event.

AGENDA

5:00-5:25: Speaker 1 and Q&A session
5:25-5:55: Speaker 2 and Q&A session
5﻿:55-6:00 Conclusion

SPEAKERS

Vaishnavi Sridhar
Vaishnavi Sridhar completed a PhD in Cell and Developmental Biology from the University of British Columbia, Canada. She studied proteins required for parts of a cell to contact each other and the relevance of these contacts for cellular function and disease for her PhD. She completed an Integrated BS-MS, majoring in Biology from the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Mohali prior to her PhD.

As a scientist, she believes that science should be accessible to all and that it is important to communicate science to diverse audiences in engaging ways. In this regard, she has communicated her research and science in general via presentations, poems, articles, videos, and hands-on science activities. She enjoys writing and has adapted life science research articles for diverse audiences. She has mentored high school, undergraduate and graduate students, discussing careers in science, how to apply to graduate school, how to tailor statements of purpose and work-life balance.

Sree Gayathri Talluri
Dr. Sree Gayathri Talluri (she/her) is a photo-chemist by training with expertise in self-assembled systems. She is currently a Scientist working towards developing advanced nucleic acid therapeutics at Cytiva. Sree graduated with a Ph.D. in chemistry from the University of Victoria in 2022. Her research focused on developing fluorescence methods to study the mobility of small molecules in drug delivery systems.
Sree is passionate about science communication and outreach. She served as the national and regional organizer of ComSciCon CAN, a workshop designed to provide science communication training to graduate students across Canada. In her previous role as the interview coordinator for UVic Women in Science, Sree worked towards amplifying the voices and highlighting the experiences of women in the scientific community across Vancouver Island. She served as a STEM specialist at BC girl guides, where she worked on designing and developing STEM experiments for girls. She is the acting director of mentorship at the Student Biotechnology Network in Canada.

Quantum Leaps - Software Engineering and Education Counselling
2023-07-20 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Vancouver)
This is a career conference event for high school girls to interact with women professionals in STEM and learn about science careers.

Since 1981, SCWIST has made great strides in promoting and empowering women in STEM. When you register, please consider adding a small donation to support our programs so all interested women and girls can see where a future in STEM can take them.

SCWIST Quantum Leaps is a virtual career conference uniquely designed for girls from grade 8-12 interested in or curious to explore careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). This conference gives girls a glimpse into what women in STEM fields do in their careers.
During these events, girls can meet professionals who have been successful in their STEM fields and meet other like-minded girls who have similar aspirations and interests. This event will help them know more about the STEM fields they are interested in and discover new STEM fields. Quantum Leaps also aims to aid students in the transition between high school and higher education.
This particular Quantum Leaps event will focus on women professionals working in careers related to software engineering and education counselling. Did they have a fixed plan for what they would like to do five years after high school? How do they ease into changing their career focus? Did they know that they wanted to pursue these careers when they were in high school? Girls will get the opportunity to interact with these women to get the answers they need at the event.

AGENDA

5:00-5:25: Speaker 1 and Q&A session
5:25-5:55: Speaker 2 and Q&A session
5﻿:55-6:00 Conclusion

SPEAKERS

Zoya Malhi
Zoya is a final year software engineering student studying at McGill University. She loves taking on new challenges and likes to be involved in the community. During the summers she has worked as a software developer intern at Genetec, a software security company, and presently, Intact, an insurance company. In her spare time she has also focused on her work as a member of a student society at McGill called POWE which stands for Promoting Opportunities for Women in Engineering. It is important to her that there is equal opportunities for women in STEM fields and that women feel both welcomed and included. She has been responsible for organizing and participation in events such as Speed Networking/Mentoring, Internship Panels, Symposiums, and workshops at her university. She is someone who enjoys being involved in impactful projects that drive positive change.

Jessica Lovnicki
Jessica has experience working as a Clinical Research Coordinator in the field of Oncology and an Academic Specialist. She will be applying to teacher’s education programs this fall. Since November 2019, she has offered administrative support to 39 students by logging their private school and university applications. She has also provided career and educational counseling to help students decide which path to pursue by providing options that offer the opportunity for fulfillment and success. As a Supported Learning Group leader at University of Guelph, she collaborated with the Faculty of Science to create presentation material to help educate faculty on the role of facilitated learning in a students’ continual education.

Quantum Leaps - Data Analytics in Engineering and Disease Occurrence
2023-06-22 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Vancouver)
This is a career conference event for high school girls to interact with women professionals in STEM and learn about science careers.

Since 1981, SCWIST has made great strides in promoting and empowering women in STEM. When you register, please consider adding a small donation to support our programs so all interested women and girls can see where a future in STEM can take them.

SCWIST Quantum Leaps is a virtual career conference uniquely designed for girls from grade 8-12 interested in or curious to explore careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). This conference gives girls a glimpse into what women in STEM fields do in their careers.
During these events, girls can meet professionals who have been successful in their STEM fields and meet other like-minded girls who have similar aspirations and interests. This event will help them know more about the STEM fields they are interested in and discover new STEM fields. Quantum Leaps also aims to aid students in the transition between high school and higher education.
This particular Quantum Leaps event will focus on women professionals working in careers related to spatial epidemiology and software engineering. Did they have a fixed plan for what they would like to do five years after high school? How do they ease into changing their career focus? Did they know that they wanted to pursue these careers when they were in high school? Girls will get the opportunity to interact with these women to get the answers they need at the event.

AGENDA

5:00-5:25: Speaker 1 and Q&A session
5:25-5:55: Speaker 2 and Q&A session
5﻿:55-6:00 Conclusion

SPEAKERS

Wendy Hoy
Wendy is a Software Engineer specializing in Analytics and Data Engineering and a Career and Leadership Coach at Staffbase. She believes that data analytics and coaching help people to gain more insight, and make better-informed decisions. Before Staffbase, she spent 8 years in the video games industry primarily as a Gameplay Engineer developing games for the Xbox and PlayStation. She spent another 5 years in the non-profit sector, where she worked with the BC Ministry of Education to help bring coding and computational thinking into classrooms. Wendy has a bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering from UBC, and has completed the Certified Leadership Coach Program through Essential Impact. She is currently working towards her Associate Certified Coach (ACC) Credential through the International Coaching Federation.

Her linkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendyhoy/

Emily Acheson
Dr. Emily Acheson works as a spatial epidemiologist for the Public Health Agency of Canada. She uses mapping tools and statistics to predict where diseases are occurring in the environment and where they may go in the future.
Emily did her honours bachelor’s degree at the University of Toronto in Biology, Environmental Science, and Professional Writing and Communication. For her Master’s degree at the University of Ottawa, she studied mosquitoes in Tanzania that transmit the parasites that cause malaria and looked at whether mosquito nets are being distributed to the best places where people are most at risk of getting sick. For her PhD, she studied a fungus in British Columbia that makes people and animals sick and can be deadly. For her research now with the federal government, she continues to study the ecology of different pathogens and the vectors that spread them, including fungi, ticks, and rabies.

SCWIST Annual General Meeting 2023
2023-06-21 16:30 - 18:00 (America/Vancouver)
The SCWIST Annual General Meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 21, from 4:30-6:00pm. The event will take place on Zoom.

All members and interested individuals are welcome to attend.
T﻿he Annual General Meeting (AGM) will cover our previous years’ achievements, review and approve the financial statements and vote on the incoming slate of potential board directors.
Register to receive a Zoom invite, agenda for the meeting and an AGM report containing reports on SCWIST programs and committees, profiles of the proposed new board members, details of our new fiscal year budget and more closer to the date of the event.
While the general public is welcome to attend the AGM, only SCWIST members in good standing will be able to vote on proposed by-law changes and board nominations.
Become a member of SCWIST today* and take advantage of many benefits including free or discounted event tickets, access to professional development and mentorship programs, volunteer opportunities and expanding your professional network with women in STEM.
*Only those who have been members for more than 30 days are able to vote at the AGM.

Chat with Us Series: Rendez-vous with an Assessment Officer
2023-06-15 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
Want to learn about science careers outside of academia?
Join us for an informal chat with an Assessment Officer.

Are you wondering what to do after your master’s, doctorate, or postdoctoral fellowship?
Want to learn about science careers outside of academia?
The Society for Canadian Women in Science and Technology – Quebec (SCWIST – Quebec) invites you to hear the experiences and perspectives of Dr. Edna Matta-Camacho, an Assessment Officer at the Therapeutic Products Directorate at Health Canada, co-founder and executive director of STEM sin Fronteras Fondation.
Join us for a live chat on Thursday, June 15th, at 12:00 pm EDT (Montreal time) for the fourth edition of the Chat with Us series – “Ins and Outs” of science jobs outside academia. We will have a great opportunity to learn the Ins and Outs of scientific positions at the Canadian government.
Various topics will be discussed, such as:

The role of an Assessment Officer in the Pharmaceutical Drugs Directorate at Health Canada,
Edna’s career in the academic, private, NGOs and the government,
Career opportunities at Health Canada,
Do’s and don’ts in the application/interview process, etc.

We strongly encourage you to interact with our speaker and to ask questions during the event.
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Est-ce que vous vous posez encore la question : Quoi faire après ma maîtrise, mon doctorat, ou mon stage postdoctoral?
Vous voulez en savoir plus sur les carrières scientifiques en dehors du milieu universitaire?
La Société des Canadiennes en Science et Technologie – Québec (SCWIST – Québec) présentera les expériences et le point de vue de Dre. Edna Matta-Camacho, agent d’évaluation à la Direction des produits thérapeutiques de Santé Canada, co-fondatrice et directrice exécutive de la Fondation STEM sin Fronteras.
Rejoignez-nous jeudi le 15 juin à 12:00h (heure de Montréal) pour la quatrième édition de la série Chat with Us – “Ins and Outs” des emplois scientifiques à l’extérieur du milieu universitaire. Nous aurons la grande opportunité d’apprendre les tenants et les aboutissants de devenir un agent d’évaluation clinique chez Santé Canada.
Divers sujets seront abordés, tels que :

les rôles d’un agent d’évaluation à la Direction des Médicaments Pharmaceutiques de Santé Canada,
le parcours d’Edna dans les secteurs universitaires, privés, dans des ONG et le gouvernement,
des opportunités de carrière chez Santé Canada,
les choses à faire et à ne pas faire dans le processus d’embauche, etc.

Nous vous invitons grandement à interagir avec notre conférencier et à poser des questions pendant l’événement.

SPEAKER

Edna Matta-Camacho MSc. mMBA. PhD
A scientist with more than 15 years of combined national and international experience in research and management for academia, private, NGO & government sectors.
Dr. Matta-Camacho holds a degree in Chemistry from Universidad Nacional in Colombia, a master’s degree in Biochemistry from UNAM in Mexico, a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from McGill University, and a mMBA from Carleton University in Canada.
Dr. Matta-Camacho is an Assessment Officer at the Therapeutic Products Directorate in Health Canada. She oversees scientific files of basic and applied research to assess and advise on the potential benefits and risks of prescription pharmaceutical drugs for human use.
Edna Matta-Camacho is the Founder & Director General of the STEM sin Fronteras (Without Borders) Foundation, a Colombo-Canadian project that strives to position education and equity in the rural areas of Colombia & Latin America at the forefront of social development. Dr. Matta-Camacho is one of the co-Founders of the Immigrant & International Women in Science (IWS) Network and member of the steering committee for the Health Products and Food Branch Science Network, a community that promotes scientific excellence, advises on horizontal science issues, and facilitates science-policy integration in Canada.
Mom, Leader & EDI Advocate
“By creating education accessible to everyone, especially minorities and low-income populations, we can lower the barriers in STEM fields and social disparities worldwide.” _﻿_____________________________________________________________________________
La Dre. Matta-Camacho est une scientifique avec plus de 15 ans d’expérience nationale et internationale dans la recherche et la gestion des secteurs universitaires, privés, ONG et gouvernementaux. Elle est titulaire d’un diplôme en chimie de l’Université Nationale en Colombie, d’une maîtrise en biochimie de l’UNAM au Mexique, d’un doctorat en biochimie de l’Université McGill, et d’un mMBA de l’Université Carleton au Canada.
La Dre. Matta-Camacho est agent d’évaluation à la Direction des produits thérapeutiques de Santé Canada. Elle supervise les dossiers scientifiques de la recherche fondamentale et appliquée pour évaluer et conseiller sur les avantages et les risques potentiels des médicaments pharmaceutiques sur ordonnance à usage humain.
Edna Matta-Camacho est la fondatrice et directrice générale de la Fondation STEM sin Fronteras (sans frontières), un projet colombo-canadien qui s’efforce de positionner l’éducation et l’équité dans les zones rurales de Colombie et d’Amérique latin à l’avant-garde du développement dans les zones rurales de Colombie et d’Amérique latine à l’avant-garde du développement sociale. La Dre. Matta-Camacho est l’une des cofondatrices du réseau Immigrant & International Women in Science (IWS) et membre du comité directeur du Health Products and Food Branch Science Network, une communauté qui promeut l’excellence scientifique, donne des conseils sur les questions scientifiques et facilité l’intégration des sciences et des politiques au Canada.
Maman, leader et avocate EDI.
« En créant une éducation accessible à tous, en particulier aux minorités et aux populations à faible revenu, nous pouvons réduire les barrières dans les domaines STEM et les disparités sociales dans le monde ».

Photo and Video Consent
By registering for the event, you understand that the session may be video recorded and/ or photos will be taken for use in SCWIST digital communication platforms, including but not limited to the SCWIST website, e-newsletter, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and others. You therefore are providing consent for your image and voice to be used by SCWIST for free and in perpetuity.
If you do not want your image to be captured in video or photographically, please ensure that your camera is off during the session.
Questions and Feedback
For questions about the event, or to sign up as a speaker, please contact the Communications and Events team, by email at marketing_events@scwist.ca.

A Night In with SCWIST Ontario
2023-06-14 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Toronto)
A social evening to meet SCWIST Ontario members and volunteers and have some fun.

Welcome to our informal networking session and social with the current SCWIST Ontario members!
There will be introductions, fun trivia, networking, and information about the vision of SCWIST Ontario and how we can meet the needs of our current and future members. We will provide a safe open space to meet other women in STEM in Ontario. This event is open to both current SCWIST members, as well as anyone interested in joining SCWIST or supporting SCWISTs goals.

A﻿GENDA

7﻿:00pm: Welcome and Opening Remarks
7﻿:10pm: Introductions
7﻿:30pm: SCWIST and Science Trivia
8﻿:00pm: Breakout Networking Rooms
8﻿:30pm: Closing Remarks

HOSTS

Christine Blair
Christine is passionate about team leadership, facilitation, and building communities. She has worked in transportation and construction for 12 years, most notably on major light rail projects across Canada. As a Project Manager, she applies her leadership, systems thinking and human centered design principles to complex projects. In her spare time, she is passionate about facilitating and enabling thoughtful, impactful conversations that support careers in engineering, especially for women.
She is the Chair of SCWIST Ontario and an active volunteer with other organizations leading change in inclusion and belonging. Christine is a Professional Engineer from Engineering Physics at Queen’s University and holds a Project Management Professional credential, as well as an Executive MBA from Quantic School of Business & Technology.
C﻿hristine will be joined by other SCWIST Ontario volunteers.

Interview & Performance Review Prep: Identifying Your Unique Strengths
2023-06-06 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Vancouver)
Join us in the next workshop in the SCWIST x The Thoughtful Co series to learn about interviews and performance reviews.

Since 1981, SCWIST has made great strides in promoting and empowering women in STEM. When you register, please consider adding a small donation to support our programs so all interested women and girls can see where a future in STEM can take them.

T﻿his event is part of a series of workshops with SCWIST x The Thoughtful Co.
Check out the other available workshops below.

Compensation Negotiation 101. April 18th, 2023 12pm-1pm PST (Virtual)
Understanding Stock Options & Restricted Stock Units. May 2nd, 2023 5pm-6pm PST (In-person)

INTERVIEW AND PERFORMANCE REVIEW PREP: IDENTIFY YOUR UNIQUE STRENGTHS

This workshop will teach you how to communicate your unique strengths and skill-set with confidence to excel in your next performance review or job interview. We discuss what you can be doing throughout the year to ensure you’re prepared well in advance of the review, and focus on strategies that enable you to concisely but confidently articulate your value to an employer. This workshop is led by Sophie Warwick and Jillian Climie, Co-Founders of The Thoughtful Co. We leave time for group discussion and Q&A to ensure all your questions are answered. Key takeaways from this workshop include:

Communicating your strengths with confidence & leveraging your unique skill set.
Setting the stage for a positive & productive conversation that serves you and your employer.
Asking questions to ensure you have the information needed to make an informed decision.
How to research effectively and learn from your network to lead an impactful discussion.
Understanding your non-negotiables & where you do, and don’t, have room for flexibility.

SPEAKERS

S﻿ophie Warwick
Sophie Warwick, Co-Founder of the Thoughtful Co, has spent her career in structural engineering consulting where she designs multi-use and residential buildings, from early conception to project completion. In 2018, she Co-Founded Women in Consulting Engineering (WCE), a non-profit organization to support and empower women in engineering. At The Thoughtful Co, she specializes in developing in-house gender equity policies and chairing Employee Resource Groups and advocacy groups. Additionally, she uses her data analysis expertise from her engineering background to define targets and track growth and retention.

J﻿illian Climie
Jillian Climie, Co-Founder of The Thoughtful Co, has spent her career advising and leading teams in executive compensation and corporate governance, both as a consultant, and in-house at two global retailers. Most recently at Lululemon, she led the global equity compensation and executive compensation programs. After taking a pause, she realized she wanted more of three things in her professional life: thoroughness, passion and freedom. She Co-Founded The Thoughtful Co so she can leverage her niche and technical experience, coupled with her passion for gender equity, to empower women to get paid what they deserve.

A﻿bout the Thoughtful Co:
We support women in understanding and negotiating their compensation, and advise employers on policies to improve gender equity in the workplace. Using our team’s deep expertise in compensation, we empower women to feel confident in asking for the compensation they deserve. Compensation includes salary, bonus, stock options, restricted share units, benefits, role scope, vacation, severance, RRSP/401Ks/ESPPs, non-competes, allowances, flexible work arrangements, parental leave and more.
Please reach out to us if you’re interested in learning more about our services, or just to chat!
Email: contact@thethoughtfulco.net, Website: www.thethoughtfulco.net, Instagram: @thethoughtful.co, Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/company/the-thoughtful-co

Photo and Video Consent
By registering for the event, you understand that the session may be video recorded and/ or photos will be taken for use in SCWIST digital communication platforms, including but not limited to the SCWIST website, e-newsletter, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, and others. You, therefore, are providing consent for your image and voice to be used by SCWIST for free and in perpetuity.
If you do not want your image to be captured in video or photographically, please ensure that your camera is off during the session.
Questions and Feedback
For questions about the event, or to sign up as a speaker, please contact the Communications and Events team, by email at marketing_events@scwist.ca.

Women in STEM Virtual Career Fair
2023-05-26 08:30 - 15:30 (America/Vancouver)
Join us for an interactive career fair focused on connecting employers and recruiters in STEM to Canadian women and underrepresented groups.

S﻿CWIST 4TH ANNUAL WOMEN IN STEM CAREER FAIR
Are you looking for a new job opportunity? Or want to learn about ways to leverage your professional skills in today’s job market?
The Society for Canadian Women in Science and Technology (SCWIST) is hosting its 4th annual career fair, dedicated to supporting women, the LGBTQ+ community, racialized communities, new immigrants, individuals with disabilities, and other under-represented groups to accelerate their career development!
Come join us in a full-day event on May 26th to network with potential employers, get career coaching support on your resume, or listen to fascinating keynotes on overcoming barriers in the professional world! Registration is FREE!

P﻿ARTICIPANTS
SCWIST is offering a full-day interactive program for job seekers and individuals looking to pivot their careers to explore a variety of new employment and career opportunities during our Women in STEM Virtual Career Fair.
This year’s job fair programming will be geared toward early-career professionals seeking internship and/or employment opportunities and for established professionals interested in transitioning to leadership roles. Participants will get the chance to connect with HR managers, employers and recruiters as well as to meet with career coaches.
Women from all backgrounds, education levels and career stages are welcome to join.
Workshop details and attending companies coming soon!

The Women in STEM Career Fair is hosted on the Whova Platform, and registration on Whova is required to attend the event. We highly encourage you to register early and learn about the speakers, career coaches and exhibitors we have lined up for you!

EXHIBITORS AND SPONSORS
Package 1: Career Fair Exhibitor Booth
T﻿his package can be purchased directly through Eventbrite by selecting the ‘Get Tickets’ option.

Not-for-profit organization: Free
Corporate Earlybird (until April 26, 2023, 11:59pm PDT): $175 (+ fees)
Corporate (April 27, 2023, onwards): $375 (+ fees)

Package 2: Career Fair Exhibitor Booth + Job Ad: $450 (+ fees)

Host a virtual booth at our Career Fair and share an upcoming opportunity on our SCWIST Job Board.

Package 3: Career Fair Exhibitor Booth: $550 (+ fees)

Host a virtual booth at our Career Fair and a 15-minute speaking time slot in our program to highlight your organization’s work and upcoming opportunities. 3 slots are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Package 4: Career Fair Exhibitor Booth + Job Ad + Event Sponsor: $3200 (+ fees)

Put your company in the spotlight. Support our event as an official sponsor! Your company will host a virtual booth and share an upcoming opportunity on our SCWIST Job Board, PLUS you’ll get your logo on our conference platform and promotional materials with hyperlinks directly to your website, specific mention of your company as a sponsor in a single post deployed on all SCWIST social media platforms and a feature article interviewing a key woman from your company to be posted on the SCWIST blog.

I﻿f you have any questions about the packages, please reach out to businessdev@scwist.ca.

Quantum Leaps - Environmental Science, Medicine and Education Counselling
2023-05-25 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Vancouver)
This is a career conference event for high school girls to interact with women professionals in STEM and learn about science careers.

Since 1981, SCWIST has made great strides in promoting and empowering women in STEM. When you register, please consider adding a small donation to support our programs so all interested women and girls can see where a future in STEM can take them.

SCWIST Quantum Leaps is a virtual career conference uniquely designed for girls from grade 8-12 interested in or curious to explore careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). This conference gives girls a glimpse into what women in STEM fields do in their careers.
During these events, girls can meet professionals who have been successful in their STEM fields and meet other like-minded girls who have similar aspirations and interests. This event will help them know more about the STEM fields they are interested in and discover new STEM fields. Quantum Leaps also aims to aid students in the transition between high school and higher education.
This particular Quantum Leaps event will focus on women professionals working in careers related to teaching, education counselling, geospatial mapping, laboratory technologists and data visualization. Did they have a fixed plan for what they would like to do five years after high school? How do they ease into changing their career focus? Did they know that they wanted to pursue these careers in high school? Girls will get the opportunity to interact with these women to get the answers they need at the event.

AGENDA

5:00-5:20: Speaker 1 and Q&A session
5:20-5:40: Speaker 2 and Q&A session
5:40 – 6:00: Speaker 3 and Q&A session

SPEAKERS

Ekaterina Daviel
Ekaterina is a Data Visualization Specialist with Eclipse Geomatics Ltd. based in Smithers, BC where she works on a variety of mapping, geospatial analysis, and information management projects including the Skeena Knowledge Trust. Examples of Ekaterina’s work include an interactive dashboard of water temperature monitoring in the Upper Bulkley River Watershed, Wild Salmon Policy indicator analysis for the Kispiox Timber Supply Area, and an infrastructure map of Northwestern BC.

Jessica Lovnicki
Jessica has experience as an Academic Specialist. She will be applying to teacher’s education programs this fall. Since November 2019, she has offered administrative support to 39 students by logging their private school and university applications. She has also provided career and educational counseling to help students decide which path to pursue by providing options that offer the opportunity for fulfillment and success. As a Supported Learning Group leader at University of Guelph, she collaborated with the Faculty of Science to create presentation material to help educate faculty on the role of facilitated learning in a students’ continual education.

Lindsay Primeau
Lindsay is a medical laboratory technologist. She is trained to work in laboratories (hospitals, research, etc). Some of the work includes testing blood and urine samples, growing cultures to see if a patient has an infection, blood typing and distributing blood products to patients for surgeries and emergencies. There are 6 major disciplines: clinical biochemistry, hematology and hemostasis, transfusion science, histology, clinical microbiology and molecular biology. She works in a histology lab, where she prepares microscope slides from tissue samples taken from the human body, so doctors can look at it under a microscope to diagnose disease. Though they hidden away from patient view, technologists play a critical role in health care. Not all heroes wear capes – some wear lab coats!

SCWIST-Québec : Rejoignez-nous! / Join us!
2023-05-11 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Toronto)
Rejoignez notre équipe! La SCWIST-Québec recherche des bénévoles.
Join our team! SCWIST-Quebec invites volunteers.

Depuis plus de 40 ans, la SCWIST a amélioré la présence et l’influence des femmes et des filles en STIM (sciences, technologie, ingénierie et mathématiques) au Canada. Vous pouvez dès à présence avoir votre propre impact!
La SCWIST est une société créée et dirigée par des bénévoles. La SCWIST-Québec est une division québécoise de la SCWIST. Nos bénévoles jouent un rôle essentiel dans la prestation des programmes de la SCWIST afin de réaliser notre mission et notre vision. Nous sommes très reconnaissants pour leur temps, leurs talents, leur passion et leur engagement. En retour, nous offrons à nos bénévoles des opportunités de développer des compétences, d’élargir les liens de réseautage et de créer des expériences qui resteront avec eux pour toujours.
Une philosophie est au cœur de notre bénévolat – nous associons chaque bénévole au rôle qui lui convient le mieux. Alors, faites-nous savoir : quelles compétences pouvez-vous apporter à la SCWIST-Québec et quelle expérience aimeriez-vous acquérir ?
Rejoignez-nous par Zoom le jeudi 11 mai de 17h30 à 18h30 (heure de Montréal) pour rencontrer les membres de la SCWIST- Québec et poser toutes vos questions!
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For over 40 years, SCWIST (The Society for Canadian Women in Science and Technology) specializes in improving the presence and influence of women and girls in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) in Canada. Now you can make your impact!
SCWIST is a society created and driven by volunteers. SCWIST-Québec is a Quebec-based regional hub of SCWIST. Our volunteers play the essential role in delivering of the SCWIST programs to achieve our mission and vision. We are very grateful for their time, talents, passion and commitment. In return, we provide our volunteers with opportunities to develop skills, expand networking connections and create experiences that will stay with them forever.
One philosophy is at the heart of our volunteering – we match each volunteer with the role that’s best for her (or him). So, let us know: what skills can you bring to SCWIST-Québec and what experience would you like to gain?
Join us on Zoom on Thursday, May 11 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. (Montreal time) to meet the SCWIST-Quebec members and ask all your questions!

Photo and Video Consent
By registering for the event, you understand that the session may be video recorded and/ or photos will be taken for use in SCWIST digital communication platforms, including but not limited to the SCWIST website, e-newsletter, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and others. You therefore are providing consent for your image and voice to be used by SCWIST for free and in perpetuity.
If you do not want your image to be captured in video or photographically, please ensure that your camera is off during the session.
Questions and Feedback
For questions about the event, or to sign up as a speaker, please contact the Communications and Events team, by email at marketing_events@scwist.ca and quebec@scwist.ca.
