Events
2026 Luncheon Conference
Luncheon Conference at the Ritz on March 18 – Introducing our first distinguished panelist!
What better way, in the midst of International Women’s Rights Month, to continue the collective reflection on women’s leadership in a world undergoing profound change?
2026 Luncheon conference
Luncheon Conference at the Ritz on March 18 – Introducing our second distinguished panelist!
In a rapidly changing world, isn’t International Women’s Rights Month the perfect time to reflect on the future of women’s leadership?
2026 Luncheon conference
Luncheon Conference at the Ritz on March 18 – Introducing our third distinguished panelist!
In a rapidly evolving global context, International Women’s Rights Month is undoubtedly the perfect opportunity to reflect on the future of women’s leadership.
TORONTO 2025 EVENT
Toronto Gala 2025
The Toronto Gala Silent Auction is officially open!
One week before our Toronto Gala, the silent auction is officially open. Whether or not you will be attending, your participation makes a real difference and gives you access to exclusive items and unique experiences.
Toronto Gala 2025
Thank you to our generous sponsors of the Toronto Gala!
Your sponsorship makes all the difference! Thank you for believing in our mission and supporting the advancement of gender parity. Your generosity creates unique networking opportunities and celebrates excellence in women's governance.
TORONTO GALA 2025
A look back at an unforgettable evening: where commitment and inspiration come together
On Tuesday, November 25, we had the pleasure of hosting a magnificent Gala at the Liberty Grand in Toronto, a truly emotional and enriching moment celebrating the 15th anniversary of Women in Governance.
TORONTO GALA 2025
Thank you to our valued partners of the Toronto Gala!
A heartfelt thank you to all our partners who make the Women in Governance Gala possible! Your commitment and support help advance women's representation on boards of directors. Together, we are building a more inclusive future.
Toronto Gala 2025
Introducing our remarkable 2025 Toronto Gala MC !
We are delighted to introduce the talented Farah Nasser, who will serve as MC for our annual Toronto recognition Gala, taking place on November 25, 2025, from 5 pm to 9 pm. Who better than a woman of media to carry the voice of our 15th anniversary — a milestone where we will reflect on all that we have achieved thus far and share our vision for what lies ahead.
TORONTO GALA 2025
An unforgettable gastronomic evening!
The Women in Governance Gala promises a refined culinary experience at the Liberty Grand. Savor an exceptional menu crafted with care, paired with selected Italian wines, in an atmosphere celebrating excellence and women's leadership.
TORONTO GALA 2025
Discover the distinguished guests confirmed for our Toronto Gala! Reserve your seat now!
To mark its 15th anniversary, Women in Governance invites you to join us on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, from 5 pm to 9 pm at The Liberty Grand in Toronto for a memorable edition of our Annual Recognition Gala, celebrating inspiration, commitment, and leadership.
Testimonials
An inspiring message from Nigel Branker, CEO of Securian Canada
We are thrilled to share this inspiring message from Nigel Branker, CEO of Securian Canada, the Presenting Partner of our Toronto Gala. In his message, Nigel Branker reminds us that achieving true equity requires intentional action to dismantle systemic barriers and that together, we can make meaningful progress. Thank you Nigel for your concrete commitment to advancing gender equality in the business community.
MONTRÉAL 2025 EVENT
Montreal Gala 2025
Looking Back on an Unforgettable Evening: When Commitment and Inspiration Meet
On Thursday, September 25, we had the pleasure of hosting a sumptuous Gala at the Palais des congrès in Montreal, a moment full of emotions and exchanges, celebrating the 15th anniversary of Women in Governance. Passionate discussions, inspiring testimonials, and a shared commitment to advancing parity marked this evening.
Montreal Gala 2025
Evening program for the Women in Governance Gala: inspiration and celebration await
The Women in Governance Gala unveils a dynamic and inspiring program, designed to combine celebration, reflection, and conviviality. From panel discussions to inspiring journeys, to the recognition of exemplary organizations, every moment of the evening promises to honor excellence and stimulate collective commitment.
Montreal Gala 2025
Evening program for the Women in Governance Gala: inspiration and celebration await
The Women in Governance Gala unveils a dynamic and inspiring program, designed to combine celebration, reflection, and conviviality. From panel discussions to inspiring journeys, to the recognition of exemplary organizations, every moment of the evening promises to honor excellence and stimulate collective commitment.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
MONTREAL GALA 2025
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.
MONTREAL GALA 2025
Thank you to our sponsors of the Montreal Gala!
The Women in Governance Gala shines thanks to the unwavering support of our sponsors. Their commitment makes this inspiring event possible and contributes to advancing diversity and equality in governance. Thank you for sharing this vision with us!
Montreal Gala 2025
Thank you to our partners of the Montreal Gala!
A gala like Women in Governance would not exist without the trust and support of our partners. Thank you to our annual allies, certification and distribution partners who, through their commitment, contribute to championing diversity, inclusion, and women's leadership.
Montreal Gala 2025
What you need to know before the Gala
The Women in Governance Gala unfolds a refined program where every detail has been designed to honor its guests. From personalized reception to the dress code, including practical services such as coat check and parking, the evening promises a perfect balance between elegance and comfort, in service of collective inspiration.
Montreal Gala 2025
The Palais des congrès de Montréal, Host of the Women in Governance Gala
A symbol of modernity and innovation, the Palais des congrès de Montréal will host this year's Women in Governance Gala. More than just a venue, it embodies a space for gathering and inspiration, conducive to exchanges and celebrating the women who are shaping today's and tomorrow's leadership.
TESTIMONIALS
Montreal Gala 2025
Relive the Emotion and Get Ready to Celebrate 15 Years of Parity!
For 15 years, Women in Governance has been championing parity in decision-making environments, mobilizing the most committed organizations across the country. In this anniversary year, we invite you to relive the highlights of our Recognition Galas through a captivating video, bringing together the best moments from our past editions.
Testimonials
Sonja Volpe Reaffirms Her Strong Commitment to Parity
Sonja Volpe, President and Chief Executive Officer of BNP Paribas Canada, reaffirms with conviction her commitment to parity and her support for the Women in Governance Gala. Congratulations to BNP Paribas Canada for achieving, for the second consecutive year, the Platinum level of Parity Certification™, a distinction that reflects their strategic vision and exemplary leadership. Thank you to Sonja Volpe for her unwavering support of our mission. Her message is a clear call for collective mobilization around these fundamental issues.
Testimonials
An Inspiring Message from Pierre Osterrath
Pierre Osterrath, Chief Executive Officer of Société Générale Canada, fully shares the values of parity and equity promoted by Women in Governance. He emphasizes that these values enable his organization to better serve its clients, employees, and various communities. Société Générale Canada is proud to participate in the 2025 Gala and congratulates all the organizations that will be recognized at this flagship event. Thank you Pierre, for your mobilizing message and your commitment to more inclusive governance.
Testimonials
An Inspiring Message from An Van Gerven
An Van Gerven, President of Pfizer Canada, is very proud to participate in our Montreal Gala 2025 to celebrate an essential value: equity. She emphasizes that it is essential for every individual to be seen, heard, and fully considered. Pfizer Canada is also very proud to have obtained Parity Certification™, which reinforces its concrete commitment to this fundamental cause. Thank you, An, for your mobilizing message and your leadership in favor of a more inclusive future.
Testimonials
An Inspiring Message from Luc Fortin
Luc Fortin, President and Chief Executive Officer, TMX Group Global Markets and Post-Trade, TMX Group, invites you to join him at our Montreal Gala 2025. He reminds us with conviction that the work for parity must never stop and that this is precisely why it is essential to come together, exchange, and meet other agents of change. Thank you, Luc, for your mobilizing message and for your constant commitment to more inclusive governance.
Testimonials
A Powerful Message from Jean-Claude Lasserre
Jean-Claude Lasserre, President and Chief Executive Officer of Saint-Gobain, Gold sponsor of our Toronto Gala 2025, which will take place on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at the Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex, is proud that his organization is Parity™ certified. Jean-Claude Lasserre reminds us that the industrial and construction sectors have historically lagged behind on parity and equity. But times are changing, and we must seize this opportunity to progress and build a more inclusive future. Thank you, Jean-Claude, for your inspiring message and for your commitment to actively supporting our mission for parity.
Testimonials
Mike Casia Passionately Shares His Company's Commitment to Parity
Mike Casia, President of Organon Canada, passionately shares his company's commitment to parity and warmly invites you to support the Women in Governance Gala. Congratulations to Organon Canada for achieving the Platinum level of Parity Certification™, a distinction that reflects their deep conviction: the advancement and leadership of women are not only a matter of equity, but a true strategic advantage. Thank you to Mike Casia and the entire Organon Canada team for their exemplary leadership and support of our mission. Their journey proves that investing in equality means investing in performance and innovation.
Testimonials
Sonja Volpe Reaffirms Her Strong Commitment to Parity
Sonja Volpe, President and Chief Executive Officer of BNP Paribas Canada, reaffirms with conviction her commitment to parity and her support for the Women in Governance Gala. Congratulations to BNP Paribas Canada for achieving, for the second consecutive year, the Platinum level of Parity Certification™, a distinction that reflects their strategic vision and exemplary leadership. Thank you to Sonja Volpe for her unwavering support of our mission. Her message is a clear call for collective mobilization around these fundamental issues.
Testimonials
An Inspiring Message from Pierre Osterrath
Pierre Osterrath, Chief Executive Officer of Société Générale Canada, fully shares the values of parity and equity promoted by Women in Governance. He emphasizes that these values enable his organization to better serve its clients, employees, and various communities. Société Générale Canada is proud to participate in the 2025 Gala and congratulates all the organizations that will be recognized at this flagship event. Thank you Pierre, for your mobilizing message and your commitment to more inclusive governance.
Montreal Gala 2025
Relive the Emotion and Get Ready to Celebrate 15 Years of Parity!
For 15 years, Women in Governance has been championing parity in decision-making environments, mobilizing the most committed organizations across the country. In this anniversary year, we invite you to relive the highlights of our Recognition Galas through a captivating video, bringing together the best moments from our past editions.
Testimonials
An Inspiring Message from An Van Gerven
An Van Gerven, President of Pfizer Canada, is very proud to participate in our Montreal Gala 2025 to celebrate an essential value: equity. She emphasizes that it is essential for every individual to be seen, heard, and fully considered. Pfizer Canada is also very proud to have obtained Parity Certification™, which reinforces its concrete commitment to this fundamental cause. Thank you, An, for your mobilizing message and your leadership in favor of a more inclusive future.
Testimonials
Mike Casia Passionately Shares His Company's Commitment to Parity
Mike Casia, President of Organon Canada, passionately shares his company's commitment to parity and warmly invites you to support the Women in Governance Gala. Congratulations to Organon Canada for achieving the Platinum level of Parity Certification™, a distinction that reflects their deep conviction: the advancement and leadership of women are not only a matter of equity, but a true strategic advantage. Thank you to Mike Casia and the entire Organon Canada team for their exemplary leadership and support of our mission. Their journey proves that investing in equality means investing in performance and innovation.
Testimonials
An Inspiring Message from Luc Fortin
Luc Fortin, President and Chief Executive Officer, TMX Group Global Markets and Post-Trade, TMX Group, invites you to join him at our Montreal Gala 2025. He reminds us with conviction that the work for parity must never stop and that this is precisely why it is essential to come together, exchange, and meet other agents of change. Thank you, Luc, for your mobilizing message and for your constant commitment to more inclusive governance.
Testimonials
A Powerful Message from Jean-Claude Lasserre
Jean-Claude Lasserre, President and Chief Executive Officer of Saint-Gobain, Gold sponsor of our Toronto Gala 2025, which will take place on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at the Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex, is proud that his organization is Parity™ certified. Jean-Claude Lasserre reminds us that the industrial and construction sectors have historically lagged behind on parity and equity. But times are changing, and we must seize this opportunity to progress and build a more inclusive future. Thank you, Jean-Claude, for your inspiring message and for your commitment to actively supporting our mission for parity.
Testimonials
A Powerful Message from Paul Raymond
Paul Raymond, President and Chief Executive Officer of Alithya, is very proud to represent his organization at our 2025 Gala. He clearly explains why diversity is at the heart of Alithya's priorities: because it is a source of innovation, performance, and sustainable growth. Thank you, Paul, for your inspiring leadership and for your unwavering support of the mission of parity and equity.
Editorials
Message from Marie-Claude Dumas, President, WSP 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.
Testimonials
A Powerful Message from Kathy Baig
Kathy Baig, President and Chief Executive Officer of École de technologie supérieure (ÉTS), will take part in our Montreal Gala 2025. Proud that ÉTS holds Parity Certification™, she reminds us that the cause of gender equality has made significant progress in recent years, but remains fragile in the current context. This is why it is essential to come together to protect our gains and continue to move forward together. Thank you Kathy for your mobilizing message and for your commitment to advancing parity in the academic environment and beyond.
Testimonials
Meet Denis Thivierge
President and Chief Executive Officer of CIMA+, Denis Thivierge is a pragmatic, mobilizing leader deeply convinced that equity and diversity are essential levers for organizational performance. In this video, he discusses CIMA+'s concrete commitments to parity, the importance of inclusive leadership at all levels, and the decisive role of organizations in transforming workplaces. He will serve as Honorary Co-Chair of our Montreal Gala 2025, presented by WSP in Canada, alongside Geneviève Fortier, Chief Executive Officer of Promutuel Assurance, on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at the Palais des congrès in Montreal. An inspiring duo for a memorable evening, which will honor the most committed organizations in terms of parity, before a carefully selected audience composed of high-level decision-makers rarely gathered in one place.
Testimonials
A Powerful Message from Geneviève Fortier
Geneviève Fortier, Chief Executive Officer of Promutuel Assurance, will serve as Honorary Co-Chair of our Montreal Gala 2025, presented by WSP, alongside Denis Thivierge, President and Chief Executive Officer of CIMA+, on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at the Palais des congrès in Montreal. While the values of equity and gender equality are still too often called into question, we salute the clear and inspiring commitment of leaders like Geneviève Fortier, who remind us that these principles are not a trend, but powerful levers for performance, productivity, and well-being, both for organizations and for society. Thank you, Geneviève, for your inspiring message, your unwavering support for parity, and your remarkable commitment.
Editorials
Message from Marie-Claude Dumas, President, WSP 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.
Testimonials
A Powerful Message from Kathy Baig
Kathy Baig, President and Chief Executive Officer of École de technologie supérieure (ÉTS), will take part in our Montreal Gala 2025. Proud that ÉTS holds Parity Certification™, she reminds us that the cause of gender equality has made significant progress in recent years, but remains fragile in the current context. This is why it is essential to come together to protect our gains and continue to move forward together. Thank you Kathy for your mobilizing message and for your commitment to advancing parity in the academic environment and beyond.
Testimonials
Meet Denis Thivierge
President and Chief Executive Officer of CIMA+, Denis Thivierge is a pragmatic, mobilizing leader deeply convinced that equity and diversity are essential levers for organizational performance. In this video, he discusses CIMA+'s concrete commitments to parity, the importance of inclusive leadership at all levels, and the decisive role of organizations in transforming workplaces. He will serve as Honorary Co-Chair of our Montreal Gala 2025, presented by WSP in Canada, alongside Geneviève Fortier, Chief Executive Officer of Promutuel Assurance, on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at the Palais des congrès in Montreal. An inspiring duo for a memorable evening, which will honor the most committed organizations in terms of parity, before a carefully selected audience composed of high-level decision-makers rarely gathered in one place.
Testimonials
A Powerful Message from Geneviève Fortier
Geneviève Fortier, Chief Executive Officer of Promutuel Assurance, will serve as Honorary Co-Chair of our Montreal Gala 2025, presented by WSP, alongside Denis Thivierge, President and Chief Executive Officer of CIMA+, on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at the Palais des congrès in Montreal. While the values of equity and gender equality are still too often called into question, we salute the clear and inspiring commitment of leaders like Geneviève Fortier, who remind us that these principles are not a trend, but powerful levers for performance, productivity, and well-being, both for organizations and for society. Thank you, Geneviève, for your inspiring message, your unwavering support for parity, and your remarkable commitment.
PREVIOUS GALAS
Testimonials
A Mobilizing Message from Pascal Houle
Pascal Houle, Chief Executive Officer of Sollio Groupe Coopératif, reminds us with conviction that equity is a collective responsibility and a true lever for building stronger, fairer governance resolutely focused on the future. We are proud to count on the commitment of Pascal Houle, who actively supports the mission of Women in Governance and champions the principles of inclusive governance.
Galas
Best Moments from Women in Governance Galas
Every year since 2017, Women in Governance celebrates the organizations that have received its Parity™ Certification in recognition of their exemplary actions in favor of gender equity at its Recognition Galas in Montreal and Toronto. Join us at the 13th edition, on September 25, 2025, at the Palais des congrès in Montreal, to celebrate the largest cohort of certified organizations to date, in the company of business and political leaders.
