International Women’s Day is celebrated on March 8th every year. It is a day to recognize women’s achievements, to reflect on progress made, and renew our efforts in achieving gender equality – in Canada and around the world. The theme for 2019 is #BalanceForBetter, a push for professional and social equality.
As a woman-owned business in a male-dominated industry, this day is significant to PureLogic. March 8th is an opportunity to celebrate the contributions of women including our founder – Coreen Bouchard.
This Friday, Coreen is attending and participating at the 2019 International Women’s Day on Parliament on behalf of Elevate International and the All-Party Parliamentary Women’s Caucus.
Elevate International is an organization dedicated to inspiring, empowering, and elevating girls and women both locally and globally. They strive to advance women in leadership and economic empowerment and help them fulfill their potential impact on our economy and society.
Led and organized by Solange Tuyishime CEO of Elevate International, the event aims to empower the female workforce through education and the advancement of inclusive, responsible and effective leadership and mentorship. Thought-provoking speakers will spark constructive dialogue amongst private, public and not-for-profit professionals and the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean is the keynote speaker.
Coreen is joining the Leading at the Edge panel from 10:30-11: 30 AM. The lineup will feature six women in leadership positions in a host of professional sectors spanning industry, academia, and government.
- Aneeta Bains, Chief Digital Officer, Government of Canada
- Coreen Bouchard Founder, PureLogic IT Solutions Inc.
- Karla Congson, Founder & CEO, collective.iq & openGravity
- Lisa Carroll Sr. Vice President, CGI
- Karla Briones, Entrepreneur & Immigrant Entrepreneur Award Winner
- Cheryl Jensen, President & CEO, Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology
- Sonya Shorey, VPMarketing and Communications, Invest Ottawa
The panel will highlight their journeys as women leaders including their challenges, successes, and learnings.
International Women’s Day on Parliament will showcase and celebrate the achievement and advancement of women leaders and provide an opportunity to network amongst young professionals and emerging leaders alike.
When we support one another, amazing things happen. We hope to see you there!
To register for the event, visit the following link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/international-womens-day-on-parliament-tickets-54525197333
#RiseAbove #IWD2019 #WeMeanBusiness #BalanceForBetter #WomenInLeadership
