A unique gathering with the leaders shaping Canada
Women in Governance celebrates 15 years of concrete action for inclusive leadership. The honored companies demonstrate that integrating equity, diversity, and inclusion means building a future that is more efficient, fairer, and more human.
Published on Sep 11th 2025 | Updated on Oct 31st 2025 2 min read.
The annual Women in Governance Gala is much more than a simple recognition ceremony. It is an exceptional event, designed to offer an unparalleled networking experience within a carefully selected audience composed of high-level decision-makers rarely gathered in one place.
One evening, one city, the unique stage of prestige
📍Montreal, Thursday, September 25, 2025, at the Palais des congrès
The Montreal Gala will be presented by WSP and held under the honorary co-chairship of Geneviève Fortier, Chief Executive Officer of Promutuel Assurance, and Denis Thivierge, President and Chief Executive Officer of CIMA+.
An anniversary edition focused on impact and networking
Beyond highlighting the commitment of nearly one hundred prestigious Parity™ certified organizations, this major evening will, above all, mark the 15th anniversary of Women in Governance, an important milestone in our collective commitment to more equitable leadership.
This prestigious gala brings together CEOs, board chairs, senior executives, political figures, and influential leaders from major companies and the public sector every year. It is an essential influential gathering, where networking takes on its full meaning.
We are particularly proud to note that our previous editions have been honored by the presence of many renowned political figures, including former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Ministers François-Philippe Champagne, Mélanie Joly, Chrystia Freeland, and Anita Anand, and numerous provincial dignitaries such as Premier François Legault, Maïté Blanchette Vézina, Jean Boulet, Chantal Rouleau, Isabelle Charest, Pascale Déry, as well as several former ministers.
Why participate in our Gala?
Our gala offers a unique opportunity for visibility and strategic connections.
Thus, participating in our Gala means:
✔ Establishing privileged and lasting relationships with key players in the business world and the public sphere
✔ Accessing an exclusive and influential network
✔ Affirming your concrete commitment to parity
✔ Offering your teams an inspiring and rewarding experience in a refined and stimulating setting
