An exclusive opportunity to connect with Canada’s leaders

Women in Governance’s annual Gala is more than a traditional celebration. It is an exceptional gathering designed to offer a high-impact networking experience with a carefully curated audience of senior decision-makers.
It brings together a network rarely assembled in the same room, with such depth, quality and accessibility, in a setting that is both prestigious and conducive to meaningful exchanges.

An evening defined by excellence

📍 Toronto - Tuesday, November 3, 2026 | Liberty Grand
The Toronto Gala will be presented by BNP Paribas and co-chaired by Teresa Palandra, CEO of Marsh Canada, and Nigel Branker, CEO of Securian Canada.
 

A prestigious event driven by impact and meaningful connections

Our Gala proudly recognizes organizations receiving or renewing their Parity Certification™, a rigorous certification that recognizes employers for their concrete practices and progress toward greater gender parity in the workplace and in decision-making roles.

The evening celebrates these organizations and the leaders driving meaningful change, while bringing together an exceptional community of CEOs, Board Chairs, senior executives, prominent political figures and influential leaders from major corporations and the public sector.

We are particularly proud to highlight that our previous editions have been honoured by the presence of many high-profile political leaders, including Prime Ministers and ministers at both the federal and provincial levels.
 

Why attend our Gala?

Our Gala offers a unique opportunity for high-impact visibility and strategic connections. By taking part, you will:

✔ Build privileged, long-term relationships with key decision-makers from the business community and the public sector
✔ Access an exclusive and influential network, rarely accessible elsewhere 
✔ Strengthen your positioning and demonstrate your concrete commitment to more equitable leadership
✔ Offer your teams a high-impact experience, both inspiring and rewarding, in a refined and stimulating setting

We would be delighted to count you among our guests for this must-attend evening of leadership and networking in Canada.

To learn more about our tickets, tables or sponsorships, please contact our Senior Director, Business Development, Joëlle Kiriakos:joelle.kiriakos@womeningovernance.org