BPW Edmonton

Book Club (Nerve) 2 of 4
2022-02-23 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Edmonton) | ZOOM Meeting
Member only book club full of rich conversations and deep connections.
Nerve by Martha Piper & Indira Samarasekera
This is an excellent opportunity to meet other members in a small group setting, and to glean wisdom and share experiences to elevate your own leadership journey. Nerve is perfect for the winter season.

Powerful Influence in Your Community
2022-03-17 12:00 - 13:00 | ZOOM Meeting
Join us virtually Thursday, March 17th at noon as we sit down with Paulette Senior and Sarah Hoffman for a moderated discussion on Powerful Influence, as it relates to community.
Your Speakers:
Paulette Senior, CEO and President of Canadian Women’s Foundation
Sarah Hoffman, MLA for Edmonton-Glenora, Opposition Deputy Leader, and Education Critic
Moderated by Shae MacPherson.

Book Club (Nerve) 3 of 4
2022-03-23 12:00 - 13:00 | ZOOM Meeting

Book Club (Nerve) 4 of 4
2022-04-27 12:00 - 13:00 | ZOOM Meeting
Member only book club full of rich conversations and deep connections.
Nerve by Martha Piper & Indira Samarasekera
Our final session for our final book club of the 2021/2022 season.

DEI: Advocacy & Action
2022-10-05 16:30 - 19:30 | The Parlour Italian Kitchen & Bar, 10334 108 Street Northwest, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 1L9
Join us Wednesday, October 5 as we meet with four experts on diversity, equity, and inclusion. We’re thrilled to welcome:

Litzy Baeza – Equity and Inclusion | Cultural Intelligence Consultant | Co-Visionary, Architequity
Tara Hoffmeier – Women Building Futures, Senior Advisor | Policy Advisor, Public Sector
Tamreen Arif – Designing Policies Centered in Equity | Senior Policy Advisor, Canadian Digital Service (CDS)
Mansoureh Modarresm PhD – Interim Executive Director & Senior Consultant, Centre for Race and Culture

Event Agenda:

4:30pm Networking, Enjoy appetizers and a glass of wine
5:00pm Panel on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
6:15pm Wrap Up and Networking

Each speaker brings their own unique background and expertise on DEI. Discussion will be focused on:

Anti-racism and racial equity
Intercultural understanding
Women’s intersectionality and storytelling
Inclusive leadership practices

Podcast Club | Part One - Canadian Multiculturalism
2022-10-26 12:00 - 13:00
Leaning into our theme of learning and leading through the lens of DEI, BPW Edmonton members are invited to listen, reflect, and discuss the podcast ‘Leader Talks’ with Anne-Marie Pham, powered by the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion. Anne-Marie, the Executive Director of the CCDI, interviews leaders who are making a difference in Canada in the field of diversity, inclusion, and equity.
Engage in an intimate, members-only, virtual series. This series is divided into three parts, and will add value if attending one session or all three.

Listen to the below listed episodes prior to the club meeting and we’ll engage through a series of prompts about these topics.

Part One: Thursday, October 27 Focus
Canadian Multiculturalism

Episode 4 | Guest: Nathan Hall
The lack of education and public discourse around African Canadian heritage caused Nathan Hall to feel a diminished sense of belonging from a young age. As his life went on he began to realize more and more how people of color are excluded and discriminated against in a multitude of different situations. Everyone experiences the world differently, and the first step towards building an inclusive future is the simple act of listening, and being open to understanding a perspective different from your own. (41 MINS).

Episode 7 | Guests: Bhavna Duggal, Elizabeth Lim, Andi Shi
Three very interesting Asian Leaders from across Canada, who will be sharing with us their insights and unique perspectives on what we do in our communities and workplaces to address anti-Asian racism. Anti-Asian racism, over the past two years, continues to trend upwards in Canada according to research. Panel guests as we dive into the much needed conversation about diversity, equity, and inclusion, the anti-Asian racism trends in Canada, hindering Asian stereotypes in leadership roles, and more (50 MINS).

Episode 9 | Guest: Naheed Nenshi
The former mayor of Calgary, Naheed Nenshi is a passionate Calgarian, an accomplished business professional, and a community leader with a solid track record of getting things done. In this episode, he shares the story of how his family came to live in Canada, why they chose this country, the flaws in the Canadian immigration system, and how we need to change this. Naheed provides some profound insight on the creation of empathy, the value of setting aside our egos, the importance of letting go of our own defensiveness and assumptions, as well as other steps we can take toward equity in our country (34 MINS)

The CCDI is a forward-looking social organization with research and learning woven into our DNA, tracing how people identify alongside demographic trends within the Canadian workplace to move employers from diversity to inclusion.
Find the podcast recordings here:

https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/leader-talks-with-anne-marie-pham-powered-by-ccdi/id1620621531
https://open.spotify.com/show/41vzmU79YhmcyDSFaMTQIz

Podcast Club | Part Two: DEI in the Workplace and Transgender Perspectives
2022-11-08 12:00 - 13:00
Leaning into our theme of learning and leading through the lens of DEI, BPW Edmonton members are invited to listen, reflect, and discuss the podcast ‘Leader Talks’ with Anne-Marie Pham, powered by the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion. Anne-Marie, the Executive Director of the CCDI, interviews leaders who are making a difference in Canada in the field of diversity, inclusion, and equity.
Engage in an intimate, members-only, virtual series. This series is divided into three parts, and will add value if attending one session or all three.
How to Register: Contact connect@bpwedmonton.ca to register for this event.
Listen to the below listed episodes prior to the club meeting and we’ll engage through a series of prompts about these topics.

Part Two: Tuesday, November 8 Focus
DEI in the Workplace and Transgender Perspectives

Episode 5 | Guest: Ellen Melis
Truly diverse and inclusive organizations are places where employees from many different backgrounds come together and feel that they belong. This in turn creates an environment where complex problems can be solved by teams that bring a rich set of perspectives to the table. talk about how organizations can place a higher value on EDI as well as what is possible for them through doing so. Ellen shares her experience as a leadership coach and student of EDI, and about the work being done to make healthcare policy more informed by diverse experiences. (28 MINS)
Episode 6 | Guests: Mark Harrison, Tyjondah Kerr
Important conversations about diversity and inclusion need to be coupled with effective action, and real change. Figuring out the best steps for this is not always easy, and today we shed some light on the intricacies of the topic, and hopefully offer some practical solutions to these challenging questions. Tyjondah Kerr and Mark Harrison are both doing amazing work on a number of different fronts for positive change within Canadian workspaces. We hear some personal reflections and lessons they learned in their work, some larger ideas on progress, and thoughts on the areas that are most pressing at present. (47 MINS)
Episode 3 | Guest: Kiersten Mohr
Kiersten Mohr is an openly transgender woman and invests her time away from work giving back to her community. She was inspired and emboldened by the positive experience of her gender transition in 2017 and is now passionate to use her visibility and voice to help promote positive public awareness as well as understanding and inclusion of transgender and gender diverse individuals (27 MIN)

The CCDI is a forward-looking social organization with research and learning woven into our DNA, tracing how people identify alongside demographic trends within the Canadian workplace to move employers from diversity to inclusion.
Find the podcast recordings here:

https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/leader-talks-with-anne-marie-pham-powered-by-ccdi/id1620621531
https://open.spotify.com/show/41vzmU79YhmcyDSFaMTQIz

Podcast Club | Part Three: Indigenous Peoples
2022-11-16 12:00 - 13:00
Leaning into our theme of learning and leading through the lens of DEI, BPW Edmonton members are invited to listen, reflect, and discuss the podcast ‘Leader Talks’ with Anne-Marie Pham, powered by the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion. Anne-Marie, the Executive Director of the CCDI, interviews leaders who are making a difference in Canada in the field of diversity, inclusion, and equity.
Engage in an intimate, members-only, virtual series. This series is divided into three parts, and will add value if attending one session or all three.
How to Register: Contact connect@bpwedmonton.ca to register for this event.
Listen to the below listed episodes prior to the club meeting and we’ll engage through a series of prompts about these topics.

Wednesday, November 16 Focus
Indigenous Peoples

Episode 1 | Guest: Tim Fox
Tim Fox shares his incredible story and insights for addressing anti-Indigenous racism at the systems level. (32 MINS)

Episode 2 | Guest: Amanda Kennedy
Amanda Kennedy, an innovative Indigenous leader, anti-racist educator, consultant, strategic community (29MINS)

Episode 10 | Guest: Erin Goodpipe
Diversity and inclusion is a hot topic in the world right now, but knowing how to make a difference can be tricky. Joining us in conversation today is Erin Goodpipe, a multi-disciplinary artist, educator, and researcher from the Standing Buffalo Dakota Nation. The conversation explores the way that stories inform culture as we live them out, the unconventional introduction to theatre that led her to work in it today, as well as what she gained from the theatre-making experience. We talk about how to engage with youth work in a meaningful way. (29 MINS)

Episode 11 | Guest: Laura Arndt
The Indigenous residential school system was designed to isolate Indigenous children from their culture, religion, and identity to assimilate them into the dominant colonial culture. The impacts of this repressive system are still felt today and injustices of the past have still not been reconciled. To help us unpack the history and these complex ideas is Laura Arndt, Chief operating officer of Survivors’ Secretariat, a survivor-lead organization mandated to uncover the truth about unmarked burial grounds. Laura is dedicated to the importance of dialogue and focuses her work on the complexity of kinship, relationships, and community through the lens of culture, identity, and belonging. Laura shares her knowledge of the history and the lasting negative legacy of the Canadian Indian residential school system. Also discuss the importance of justice, cultural identity and community, and how she approaches her work. (30 MIN)

The CCDI is a forward-looking social organization with research and learning woven into our DNA, tracing how people identify alongside demographic trends within the Canadian workplace to move employers from diversity to inclusion.
Find the podcast recordings here:

https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/leader-talks-with-anne-marie-pham-powered-by-ccdi/id1620621531
https://open.spotify.com/show/41vzmU79YhmcyDSFaMTQIz

Brew and Bloom Holiday Mixer
2022-12-01 17:00 - 20:00 | Brew and Bloom Cafe, 10550 115 Street, Edmonton, AB, T5H 3K6, Canada
Join us at Edmonton’s first floral cafe and dine underneath thousands of hand-strung flowers for a member-only holiday mixer event. This unique women-led venue offers an ideal space for connection, delicious food, and handcrafted beverages.
RSVP by November 28. Attendees will order directly from the menu and will cover their own costs.
Free parking is available onsite, with overflow street parking available as well.

About Brew and Bloom Cafe
We are an Edmonton-based, women-led company delivering beautifully arranged flowers, gifts, and other delights to customers in Edmonton and surrounding areas. We believe in using naturally derived products and only use the freshest ingredients. We incorporate flora in all of our products from our food to our handmade products.
Our vision was to create a beautiful space for all to enjoy while nourishing our bodies with nutritious foods. Thank you everyone for your support!

Register to Attend
We’re excited to throw an intimate members-only event. Members can register using this link: click here.
Interested in becoming a member? Email our membership chair Jody Horvath at connect@bpwedmonton.ca to become a member.

Winter Mixer + Introduction to Women's Health Series
2023-02-22 17:00 - 19:00 | Baijiu, 10359 104 St NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 1B9, Canada
We’re excited to launch a new series focused on women’s health and the gender disparity in women’s healthcare. During this series, we’ll cover health challenges that disproportionately impact women and what we can do to contribute to closing the gap with these inequalities.
To launch our series, we’re hosting a mixer on Wednesday, February 22 and we’d love to see you there. Enjoy food and beverages, connect with our community, and we’ll start a conversation about women’s health.
Event Overview:
5:00 – 5:15 Welcome
5:15 – 5:30 Introduction from Izabella Roth, CEO of Infinity Healthcare Ltd & Carmen Wyton, Chair of Women’s Health Coalition of Alberta | President of Ripple Enterprises | Public Member of Alberta College of Pharmacy Council
5:30 – 7:00 Food + Networking
We’ll connect in Baijiu’s speak-easy, one of downtown Edmonton’s hidden gems. Casual cocktails and a selection of appetizers will be served.
Register to attend the February 22 event here: https://lnkd.in/gykPJBmq
This event is open to members and non-members, and we’d love to see some new faces.
Keep an eye out for our following event in March, where we’re hosting a virtual panel of healthcare experts to learn more about the gender disparity in women’s healthcare. More details to come soon.

Tackling Gender Disparity in Women's Healthcare | A Virtual Panel
2023-03-29 12:00 - 13:00
Join us virtually on Wednesday, March 29 from 12:00-1:00 for a discussion led by women’s health experts.
This session will focus on:

What health challenges are disproportionately impacting women and what impact do these challenges have on their lives?
The impact of health care on careers, both in terms of placing individuals in the field of health care, and placing women with heath care issues in permanent placements.
How can we contribute to ending inequities in women’s health?

We’re excited to welcome women’s healthcare experts to discuss these topics in depth.

Carmen Wyton, Chair of Women’s Health Coalition of Alberta | President of Ripple Enterprises | Public Member of Alberta College of Pharmacy Council
Izabella Roth, CEO of Infinity Healthcare
Sandy Jacobson, Vice President of Richardson Executive Search
Jody Horvath (Panel Moderator), BPW Edmonton Membership Chair | Marketing Manager at KBH Chartered Professional Accountants

This event is open to members and non-members – we’d love to see some new faces!
Register here: Eventbrite

Reproductive Rights and Justice | BPW Canada
2023-04-19 19:30
Presented by BPW Canada on Reproductive Rights and Justice.
Registration Link: Meeting Registration – Zoom

Meet the Members
2023-06-08 17:30 - 19:30
Join us for another in-person event on Thursday, June 8. This is an opportunity to appreciate our members and broader BPW Edmonton community. This will be the last event before we take a break for the summer. But don’t worry, we’ll be back in full force in the fall.
This event is open to members and non-members, and we’d love to see some new faces!
Register: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/bpw-edmonton-presents-meet-the-members-tickets-636666886797
Location: We’re pleased to partner with a women owned business in the heart of downtown Edmonton. Street parking and paid parking south of the building available.
The Common | 9910 109 St NW, Edmonton

Tickets include a selection of appetizers and beverages.

2024 Membership Drive: As our 2023 term comes to an end, we’re reaching out to our community to renew their membership , or become a member for the first time. Membership fees allow BPW Edmonton and BPW Canada to continue our advocacy work and effect positive change for women in our communities. Become a member before the June event by registering here: https://bpwedmonton.ca/membership/become-a-member/

Annual General Meeting
2023-09-27 17:30 - 19:30 | The Common, 9910 109 Street Northwest, Edmonton, AB, T5K 1H5, Canada
Connect and engage with like minded women in business as we reflect on our success in advocacy and engagements from our past year. And then look forward to Success in the Future!
You are required to be an active BPW Edmonton Member in order to attend – so be sure to renew your membership now as fees will be increasing after this event.
Register to attend

Emerging impacts of technology on women
2023-11-08 17:00 - 20:00 | Amii, #1101, 10065 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5J 3B1, #1101, 10065 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton, AB, T5J 3B1, Canada
In partnership with Amii, BPW is excited to be hosting this event to hear from Amii Fellow and Canada CIFAR AI Chair Nidhi Hegde, along with Amii’s VP of Product Stephanie Enders.
Join us a we talk about the impact of emergent technology on women, and also to understand how to best equip ourselves for its adoption, how to leverage it to our benefit in the personal and professional areas (and all the different hats women wear).
Appetizers and Refreshments will be provided.
Tickets:
Members – Free
Non Members $25.00

Agenda:
5pm – Registration
5:30pm – Panel Discussion
6:15pm – Q&A
6:45pm – Networking

Our Speakers:
Fellow and Canada CIFAR AI Chair – Nidhi Hegde

VP of Product – Stephanie Enders

Financial Planning for the Professional Woman
2024-02-20 17:00 - 19:30 | KBH Training Centre, 3825 93St, Edmonton, AB, T6E 5K5, Canada
Women have unique experiences and challenges when it comes to their financial well being.
Financial planning is more than just budgeting and investing. A well rounded financial plan that ensures women reach their financial goals in all areas of life will include cash flow management, insurance and risk management, retirement planning, estate planning, tax planning and investment planning.
As financial planning professionals, Lucja Davson and Crystal Kelly will share their insights and knowledge as they touch on some of the key things to consider in each of these six important areas of financial planning for women.
Cost: Free to Members, $20 Non-Members
Agenda:
5pm: Arrival and Networking
5:30pm: Seminar Starts
7:30pm: Wrap – up

About your speakers

Crystal Kelly – Certified Financial Planner – Amani Financial
Crystal Kelly is a Certified Financial Planner with 16 years of experience in the financial services industry. The primary mission of her independent planning practice, Amani Financial, is to guide women to financial independence so that they can break the cycle of financial chaos and bring peace of mind to their lives. This is achieved through holistic, fee-for-service financial planning in the areas of cash flow management, investment planning, retirement planning, estate planning, insurance and risk management, tax planning and small business financial planning. Additional services offered are insurance and risk management reviews, financial planning workshops catered to groups (such as forums, educational organizations, women empowerment groups and retreats) and speaking engagements on the topics of women empowerment, inequalities women face with financial planning, budgeting and automating finances, financial planning 101, and more.
Women have unique experiences, challenges, opportunities and goals when it comes to finances and wealth building and the mission of Amani Financial is to empower women to increase their financial literacy, create financial security, build wealth, and improve their overall well being and peace of mind around their finances. Crystal has a passion for working with women and is also a volunteer financial coach with the Empower U program which helps women in poverty facing barriers to financial security.

Lucja Davson, QAFP – KBH Wealth Planner
Over the last 5+ years, Lucja has focused on Comprehensive Planning for business owners, professionals, and farmers. Working in Edmonton, Wainwright and Provost. In 2021, Lucja joined KBH Chartered Professional Accountants as their inhouse Wealth Planner under the KBH Wealth Planning Division, previously holding roles as both Administrator and Associate at Canaccord Genuity within Wealth and Estate Planning Services. Lucja’s areas of expertise are planning for retirement income, estate preservation and protection, and along with your accounting team, tax strategies. While having a designation in Financial Planning Lucja is also Life and Living Benefits Insurance licensed allowing KBH Wealth to provide comprehensive Insurance Services.
In partnership with TriCert Financial Group, KBH Wealth Planning offers a unique Investment Management solution. By Integrating your Investment Portfolio management Team, Financial Planning Team and Accounting team, KBH Wealth is able to provide you with a thorough Holistic Wealth Advisory Service. Lucja will work closely with all parties to help guide you with implementing your Financial Plan.

Innovation, Shaping the Future of Women's Health
2024-05-09 17:00 - 19:00 | Edmonton Unlimited, 10107 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton, AB, T5J 1W8, Canada
Join BPW Edmonton and the Women’s Health Coalition (WHC) as we co-host a panel of female entrepreneurs who are developing innovative new technologies that will empower women to take control of their own health journeys.
This event is part of Women’s Health Week 2024 “Invest in Women’s Health”
Innovations discussed at this collaborative event are pushing us forward, disrupting the barriers and making healthcare more equitable.
Agenda
Doors open at 5pm
Panel Discussion starts at 5:30pm
Q&A to follow panel discussion
Refreshments will be provided.
We are thankful for Edmonton Unlimited who is providing the space to host this event.
Cost:
BPW / WHC Members $15.00
Non-Member $25.00
About our speakers
Loreen Wales, Founder and CEO, My Viva Inc.
Loreen dedicated the initial decade of her career to serving as a dietitian for patients at the University of Alberta Hospital. During this period, she developed a profound commitment to preventive healthcare, spurred by witnessing the adverse impact of lifestyle habits on health.
In September 2006, Loreen founded Revive Wellness with a focus on empowering individuals to assume control over their health. Recognizing a gap in care that hindered patients from effectively managing their health at home, she conceived My Viva Plan as a solution. Loreen is driven by a mission to revolutionize patient care, fostering greater equity in healthcare delivery and enhancing clinic efficiency.
An active participant in various boards and research initiatives, Loreen stands as the sole Canadian female healthcare professional leading an iITEA4 international research and innovation project, spanning five countries with over 26 partners.
Myrna Bittner, CEO & Founder, RUNWITHIT Synthetics
Myrna Bittner is the CEO and Founder of RUNWITHIT Synthetics, an advanced synthetic data and generative AI modelling platform company working on global social and environmental justice population issues, including equity, growth, decarbonization, sustainability, and resilience investments and decision support. Myrna is passionate about connecting today’s technology, policy, and infrastructure choices to future data about the impacts and outcomes for people and our planet. RUNWITHIT is a certified indigenous business, women-led and global award-winning company pioneering the field of synthetic populations.
Badeia Jawhari, MSC, CPHR, BComm Leader, Healthcare, Life Sciences, Technology, Innovation – Deloitte
Badeia is an innovative strategist, disruptive tech enthusiast, and change champion who seeks to improve user/patient experience in healthcare and life sciences industries to drive business growth, improve patient outcomes and increase access to care. With over a decade of experience, Badeia is a trusted advisor and strategist for both private and public sector clients—recognized as relationship builder who delivers forward-thinking solutions and fosters impact and people focused strategies.
As a leader in healthcare and life sciences, Badeia has been a trusted advisor and strategist. She is known for supporting clients to develop sustainable programs to address the complexities and dynamics of the health ecosystem as it relates to strategy, stakeholder engagement, digital health, innovation, data, health technologies and the critical need to improve patient access and care. More specifically, Badeia has worked with organizations on strategic engagements to support adopting new technologies to improve business operations and patient outcomes. She has led large scale transformation engagements locally, nationally and globally.
Badeia is also incredibly passionate about women’s health. Over the past two years she has attended the adjacent Deloitte Global events of the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference where this year she presented on women’s health. She is also supporting strategic women’s health initiatives within Deloitte.
Badeia has addressed complex global challenges at such forums as the Singularity University Exponential Medicine Summit, WHO’s World Health Assembly, and the Medical Informatics Europe Conference. Her experience leading a complex and dynamic health information system implementation in one of Kenya’s largest slums, Kibera, revealed the importance of looking beyond technology to focus on the human and process aspects of transformation programs.
Badeia holds a bilingual (French) BComm, a Master in Science focused in Health Informatics from the University of Alberta, and, is a Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR). She is a member of the National Institute of Medical Informatics, American Medical Informatics Association and an academic reviewer for the Journal of American Medical Informatics Association.

BPW Holiday Mixer
2024-12-16 18:00 - 20:00 | LOCAL Public Eatery South Common, 1820 99 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6N 1M5, Canada
Join the BPW Edmonton Board for drinks at Local. As we wrap up 2024 we want to celebrate with members and cheers to the amazing year.

Galentine’s Networking Event
2025-02-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Matrix Hotel, 10640 100 Avenue NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Join is on February 13 to polish your networking skills, learn new techniques, help others build their confidence, and meet amazing women from Edmonton’s professional community.
What to Expect:
– A guided, low-stress environment to make networking comfortable and enjoyable.
– Opportunities to meet and connect with inspiring women in a supportive setting.
– A chance to refine your techniques, gain new insights, and support others in their growth.
– Learn about our success circle peer groups – coming spring 2025!
Whether you’re someone looking to develop your networking skills, or a seasoned professional eager to share your knowledge and help others thrive, this is the perfect opportunity to connect, learn, and grow.

Success Circles Kick Off
2025-04-02 12:00 - 13:00 | ZOOM Meeting
Join us for the launch of our 2025 Success Circles!
Do you want to…

Unlock wisdom, accountability and growth?
Develop empowerment and inspiration?
Build a supportive network?

Then consider elevating your journey with the BPW Success Circles presented in collaboration with BPW Edmonton and Calgary.
What are Success Circles?
Success Circles are empowering, collaborative groups designed to bring diverse women together to provide support, wisdom, and accountability. Each person contributes and receives valuable insights and expertise, challenges perspectives, and provides guidance for success.
Key Features:

Supported: Get the most out of your Circle, using the information, handouts, and guidelines provided.
Diverse Perspectives: Tap into a network with varied skills and experiences.
Upskilling: Expand your expertise across multiple disciplines while sharing your wisdom. Gain fresh perspectives and insights from diverse minds.
Accountability: Stay aligned to your goals, supported by a group committed to
your success.
Self-Driven: Each Circle decides the frequency, location and topics.
Future Focused: 2025 Success Circles will branch into our 2025/26 Mentorship
program.

HOW CAN I JOIN?
1. Determine your goals. Identify the skills and expertise you seek, and reflect on what you can contribute to others’ growth
2. Complete the sign up form by March 31st to provide your information and get matched with your group REGISTER HERE
3. Be part of the launch! March 19th, 12-1 pm (Zoom link to follow)

Hosted by BPW Edmonton’s new Programs Chair, Angela Saxby
A chance to connect with all Success Circle participants and receive an overview of the approach and timelines
You’ll be matched with approximately 4 other BPW members from Edmonton and Calgary to begin introductions and review our Success Circles Guide.
Before you leave, you’ll have a plan for when and how to meet with your group.
Circle meetings will include a virtual option, if participants require it.
If you can’t attend the event, an email will be sent with information about your Circle and items to agree upon as a group.

4. Be committed

Schedule and attend 4 meetings between March 23rd and June 14th
Show up prepared
Participate, listen and hold space
Make the most of the diverse and dynamic leadership offered

Pricing
Success Circles are FREE for BPW Edmonton and Calgary members!
Not a member yet? No problem. Sign up for early bird membership for the 2025/26 BPW season by March 31st and gain free access to this year’s success circles while saving $30 off of the regular membership price! Edmonton Early Bird Membership Payment
Still testing the waters with BPW membership? We’ve got you. Non-members can enjoy all the benefits of Success Circles for $40 (but you’ll probably want to become a member anyway!) Edmonton Non-Member Success Circle Payment
Complete the sign up form by March 31st to provide your information and get matched with your group.

BPW AGM and a Night of M.A.G.I.C (Member Only)
2025-06-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Bella Italian Restaurant, 8223 104 St NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E 4E7, Canada
Get your tickets here!
BPW Edmonton is wrapping up our 2024/25 season with our Annual AGM and Night of Magic. A member only event, we would like to take the opportunity to thank our members for sharing their wisdom and connection throughout the year. Additionally, any new members are welcome to take part, as a taste of what it means to be a BPW Edmonton Member.
We’ll begin the event with our AGM to quickly celebrate the milestones and accomplishments from the year. Food will be provided and there will be a bar for those who are interested.
Then, Shannon Armstrong will lead us through a Night of M.A.G.I.C.
Life happens… there’s not much we can do to control many of the circumstances that hit us. Loss or uncertainty fill our head, and things feel insurmountable. But that’s not our destiny; it’s actually the beginning of something magical.
Using her M.A.G.I.C framework for embracing your circumstances and moving through this messy life with a little grace, hope and optimism. Admittedly, it’s not really magic, but with intent and effort, the impact and outcome might feel that way!
Shannon will inspire us to move through our own journeys by weaving in her own experiences with divorce, job loss, and parental dementia. Instead of getting stuck, we’ll dig deep to find relevant tools and strategies for creating a better future and life.
Shannon has a Bachelors of Commerce degree, and she’s certified as a Mediation and a Change Management specialist. With over 20 years of transformational leadership experience across private, public and the not for profit sectors, she is set to lead women through their own powerful journeys.

Equity in Policy Panel Discussion
2025-10-29 18:30 - 20:30 | YWCA Edmonton, 10402 124 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
BPW Edmonton’s upcoming panel will bring together experts, advocates, and community leaders to examine how gender equity can be advanced across policy, community, and institutional frameworks in Alberta. The discussion will focus on areas where systemic barriers persist and where targeted policies can create meaningful change. By connecting lived experience, research, and policy perspectives, the panel will explore pressing issues affecting women, girls, and gender-diverse communities, highlighting opportunities for action and collaboration. This event is designed to engage participants in dialogue, raise awareness, and identify practical strategies for advancing equity in Alberta today.

Get your tickets here! BPWpanel.eventbrite.ca

Key Topics:
1. Trans/Gender Inclusion: Ensuring inclusive policies for trans and gender-diverse people is increasingly urgent in Alberta, where recent debates around education, health care access, and human rights protections highlight the need for evidence-based, equitable approaches. Policies that respect gender identity not only uphold fundamental rights but also create safer schools, workplaces, and communities for everyone.
2. Ending Violence Against Women: Rates of domestic violence and gender-based violence in Alberta remain among the highest in Canada, with rural, Indigenous, and marginalized women disproportionately affected. The issue places a significant burden on health, justice, and social systems, while undermining women’s full participation in society and the economy. Addressing violence is not only a moral imperative but a policy priority requiring collective advocacy, prevention strategies, and systemic change.
3. Equity in Sports: Sports are a powerful driver of community, health, and leadership development. Yet barriers continue to limit equitable access for women and girls, and participation for trans and gender-diverse athletes remains contested. In Alberta, where sport is central to community identity and youth development, advancing policies that prioritize fairness, safety, and inclusion is essential to ensuring all athletes can thrive.

Our Panelists

Elli McDine (she/her) is the Executive Director of the Alberta 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce, leading advocacy and community-building for queer and trans entrepreneurs across Alberta. She is the co-creator of Coming Home, a documentary on queer and trans joy, and teaches innovation at NAIT. With over 15 years of experience in research, transformation, and equity-focused leadership across government, education, and nonprofits, Elli is committed to creating systems where diverse leaders can thrive. A parent of two, she brings both professional expertise and lived experience to her work in building inclusive and resilient communities.

Ashley Lim is the Director of Counselling Services at YWCA Edmonton, a Registered Psychologist and Clinical Supervisor with over 15 years of experience. She specializes in supporting women and children impacted by domestic violence and works with diverse populations, including BIPOC, 2SLGBTQ+ clients, and individuals with disabilities.
Ashley helped create Edmonton’s Integrated Domestic Violence Response Team (IDVRT) and co-chairs the Council of Service Providers with CIAFV. She also contributes to YWCA Canada’s national Anti-Gender-Based Violence Network. Her leadership and service has earned her multiple awards, including YWCA Canada’s Carolyn Bray Award and the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal. Ashley is also an Adjunct Academic Colleague at the University of Alberta.

Dia Syed has dedicated a significant portion of her professional career to sports, teaching, and business. Dia founded and is the CEO of Girls In Sports Canada. She has a wealth of experience in program development, implementation, marketing, sales, and management. Through her work in grassroots sports Dia has taught over 200 schools, engaging students from kindergarten through grade 12.
Through Girls In Sports Canada, Dia actively addresses disparities in girls’ sports and advocates for solutions. Her programs continue to reach many of girls’ and young kids’ year after year. She has spoken at teacher conventions, sport conferences, and as a guest speaker in university education, business, and kinesiology classes. Her insights have been featured on multiple podcasts, CTV Edmonton, and she recently appeared on 630 CHED radio in Edmonton. Girls In Sports Canada has empowered youth aged 5-17 through various sports programs and classroom presentations. Additionally, her company was highlighted in Desjardins’ small business tour and featured in a commercial during The Amazing Race Canada.
Dia’s vision is to empower girls to become confident change-makers and barrier-breakers through physical activity and sports. Her programs aim to equip girls with the knowledge and confidence to excel in adulthood, fostering champions in the workplace and promoting a healthy, active lifestyle.

Dr. Miranda Pilipchuk is a gender-based violence scholar/advocate with expertise in community-based research, intersectional feminist theory, decolonial theory, critical race theory, and legal theory. She specializes in conducting trauma-informed, survivor-centered research that values the voices and perspectives of people with lived experience, speaks to the intersections of abuse and systemic barriers, and seeks to dismantle all forms of oppression.
Dr. Pilipchuk is the Manager of Research and Evaluation at the Alberta Council of Women’s Shelters, where she works with domestic violence and elder abuse shelters, community and academic partners, and people with lived experience to construct innovative, culture-shifting research programs that work to understand and end violence and abuse, and to establish and implement best practices for supporting people impacted by violence and abuse.

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Pathways to Empowerment: A Community Forum on Removing Barriers to Gender Equality
2026-02-04 18:00 - 21:00 | Stanley Milner Library, 7 Sir Winston Churchill Sq NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 2V5, Canada
Please note: This event has been postponed. Stay tuned for an updated date.

Gender equality isn’t achieved through awareness alone — it requires honest conversation, shared learning, and collective action.
Pathways to Empowerment is an interactive community forum bringing together local subject matter experts, advocates, and community members to explore the real barriers women and gender-diverse people continue to face — and how we can work together to remove them.
Aligned with the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) 2026 global theme focused on barriers to justice for women and girls, this evening will move beyond panels and presentations into meaningful dialogue, practical learning, and connection.
Participants will engage in two small-group “mini-workshops” led by experienced practitioners across key areas including:

Financial empowerment and security
Legal access and systems navigation
Access to justice for Indigenous women and racialized communities
Personal agency, leadership, and navigating change

Through guided conversation and shared problem-solving, participants will deepen their understanding of systemic barriers, discover community resources, build new relationships, and leave with practical insights they can apply personally and within their communities.
Whether you are navigating these barriers yourself, supporting others, or passionate about advancing gender equity, this forum offers a welcoming space to learn, connect, and contribute.
Join us to strengthen collective knowledge, amplify community voices, and help shape pathways toward a more just and equitable future.
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BPW Edmonton would like to highlight and thank W.O.R.K. (Women’s Outreach and Resource Centre) for their sponsorship of this event through BPW Canada. Their support is instrumental in making this forum possible and in advancing important conversations around access to justice, equity, and empowerment for women and gender-diverse people.
We are grateful for W.O.R.K.’s partnership and their continued commitment to community-led advocacy and education.

BPW Canada - WIIFM Event
2026-03-03 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
Leadership is one of the fundamental pillars of BPW Canada, empowering women to lead, influence, and create lasting change.
We invite BPW members from across the country to join this inspiring leadership-focused event.
🗓 Tuesday, March 3
🕓 8:00 p.m. (MT) / 7:00 p.m. (ET) / 6:00 p.m. (CT) / 5:00 p.m. (MT) / 4:00 p.m. (PT)
👉 Members, please register in advance:
https://us02web.zoom.us/…/register/5g_pPUCoRZGCuGgCyvI1Vg

Freedom for Empowerment: Self-Defence Redefined
2026-03-10 10:30 - 12:00 | Virtual
BPW Canada and NFBPWC are proud to present
“Freedom for Empowerment: Self-Defence Redefined”
The 8 Essential Pillars to Reduce Violence, Advance Gender Equity and Enable Empowerment for All Women and Girls
Our Parallel Event for CSW70.
Join us for a powerful and solutions-focused conversation on redefining self-defence — not only as physical protection, but as a holistic framework to reduce violence, advance gender equity, and strengthen leadership.
🗓 Date: March 10, 2026
⏰ Time: 12:30 – 2:00 PM EST
📍 Location: The Church Center for the United Nations (CCUN), 2nd Floor
💻 Hybrid Event – Join via the Whova app or on Zoom
🔗 Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89878649223?pwd=[REDACTED]
🎤 Speakers:
• Nancy Gagnon, BPW Canada, Author, Presenter & Facilitator
• Brigitte Garceau, MNA, Québec National Assembly
• Barbara Bozeman, President, NFBPWC (USA)
• Izadora Zonari Letchacoski, Young BPW International

Built For the Arena: Resilience. Courage. Leadership
2026-03-31 17:30 - 21:00 | Rogers Arena
We are thrilled partner with Lean In Edmonton and Women in Leadership Foundation, Edmonton Chapter for this exciting event: Built for the Arena: Resilience. Courage. Leadership.
On Tuesday, March 31, join us for a pre-game leadership panel before the Oilers take on the Kraken.
Our featured panelists include:
– Rachel Foley Executive Director, Government Operations & Integration
– Lori-Ann Muenzer, OLY – High Performance Engineer & Olympic Cycling Gold Medalist
– Danielle Weller, CPHR – VP, Human Resources, OEG
Moderated by Doris Paquette, VP, Assets & Capital Management, YMCA
📅 Tuesday, March 31 (Panel 5:30–6:45 PM, Game 7PM)
🎟 Tickets: $120 per ticket (includes pregame panel and hockey game)
📍 Rogers Place, 10220 104 Ave NW, Edmonton
👉 Get your ticket here! https://am.ticketmaster.com/oilers/buy/ism/TjI2R1IzNw==?promoCode=V0lTMjY=
📞 For more information, email Noah Sohi – nsohi@edmontonoilers.com
Reserve your spot today, tickets are limited and expected to sell out quickly!

Stronger Together & Together We Rise
2026-04-23 17:30 - 20:30 | TBD
What happens when women from Edmonton’s primary leadership organizations lead with collaboration over competition? Real momentum. Bold ideas, and a shared commitment to connecting women across industries and experiences.
Women in Leadership Foundation, Edmonton Chapter; Lean In Edmonton, and BPW Edmonton are collaborating to co‑lead an extraordinary event that demonstrates and inspires collaboration between women leaders.
The event will inspire, model, and teach how women can use collaboration over competition to achieve their dreams and build a better, more inclusive world. Through a panel discussion, an extraordinary keynote, and a bit of fun, women will leave the new connections, new tools, and new motivation to work together to design the world we need.
Date: April 23rd, 2026
Time: 5:30 -8:30 PM
Location: TBD

BPW Advocacy Workshop & AGM - Date TBD
2026-05-14
More details to come.

50th BPW Canada Convention
2026-08-13 - 2026-08-16 | Regina, Saskatchewan
This year marks a significant milestone in our federation’s history—a time to celebrate our achievements, deepen our impact, and chart a bold path forward. Our 2026 convention theme, “Celebrate! Advocate! Educate!” reflects our ongoing commitment to advancing equity for women, fostering leadership and leadership opportunities, and strengthening our network of changemakers across Canada and beyond.
Whether you are a long-time member or joining us for the first time, this convention promises rich opportunities to learn, lead, and connect. From engaging workshops and influential speakers to inspiring resolutions and meaningful advocacy, this gathering will be one to remember.
Location

August 13 – 16, 2026
Regina, Saskatchewan
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel and Conference Centre

$129 / night for a double room

Registration

BPW Member

Early Bird (Pay by June 1st) – $525
After June 1st – $630

Non-BPW Member

Early Bird (Pay by June 1st) – $735
After June 1st – $820

Click Here For More Information and to Register!

Program Overview

Thursday – Arrival & Connection

Convention Registration
Emerging Leaders (Under 35 / YBPW) Luncheon: Speaker – Wura Dasylva
BPW Canada Pre-Convention (Board members only)
Opening Reception: Willows Restaurant on Wascana Lake

Friday – Governance & Skill Building

Business Session
Luncheon: Speaker – Darci Lang
Workshop: Growing Your Club led by Erin Davis
Evening Event: The Key to the City Adventure

Saturday – Leadership & Advocacy

Business Session
Luncheon: Speaker Panel – Women on Corporate Boards
Workshop: Event Topics and Funding Excellence
Elections and Speeches for 2026-2028 BPW Canada Board Members
Gala Dinner: Speaker – Lisa Peters

Sunday – Future Direction

Business Session
Workshop: Club Efficiency and Effectiveness (Best Practices Panel)
Key Topic Update: Reproductive Rights and Justice
Key Topic Update: Women’s Empowerment
Member Town Hall Discussion
Installation of the New Board of BPW Canada
Closing Pink Tea Luncheon: Speaker Panel – Women in Politics
Post-Convention BPW Canada Board Meeting (outgoing and incoming board members)
Post-Convention Trip to Moose Jaw

We hope to see you there!
