Centre for Women in Business

WBE Canada is coming to Halifax, NS on June 5, 2025! Join Supplier Diversity Day to expand your network, gain insights from industry leaders, and unlock new business opportunities in corporate and government supply chains! CWB is proud to announce that we will be the Lead Partner of this event! We will be sharing valuable insights and resources to support women entrepreneurs in scaling their businesses and accessing inclusive sourcing opportunities with large buyers. What was the most valuable takeaway from this event? “Meeting everyone in person. I found the advice from the buyers very valuable.” (Supplier, Montreal) “To understand how challenging it can be for SMEs to navigate large companies' procurement process... and to get the opportunity to help.” (Buyer, Montreal) Why Attend? - Gain valuable insights about WBE Canada - Be part of discussions supporting inclusive procurement strategies - Meet potential corporate and government buyers in person - Explore how to sell to large corporations and government - Pitch your business during networking roundtables - Connect with other women business owners and explore cross-referral opportunities Secure your spot today! Don’t miss this opportunity to build connections and position your business for success. Register now: https://lnkd.in/eG_iJBms

𝐒𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦𝐬 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮. They challenge you. They expand your thinking. They remind you of who you are and what you’re capable of. This week, I had the privilege of being in one of those rooms—a space filled with incredible women who are building, leading, and showing up for themselves and each other. Donna Smith-Major and I made the trek from Halifax to Port Hawkesbury for the Centre for Women in Business (CWB) Networking event, and let me tell you—it was worth every mile. Because when you surround yourself with women who are ambitious, generous, and genuinely invested in each other’s success, something shifts. You gain clarity. You find unexpected opportunities. You realize you’re not doing this alone. A huge shoutout to Eirinn Fraser for not only hosting this event but for the incredible work she does every single week leading Coffee Talk—a space where women entrepreneurs connect, learn, and lift each other up. Eirinn, your dedication to fostering community is inspiring, and I’m grateful to be part of it! That’s why I make the effort to show up. Because entrepreneurship can be lonely—but in the right rooms, it doesn’t have to be. If you’re a woman in business, my best advice? Find your people. Get in the room. Make the connections that will stretch you, support you, and remind you of your own brilliance. Where have you found your most inspiring business connections? I met some amazing women including Rachelle Samson, Tanya Wall, CFRE, Morene Roberts, Monica McCarthy, Tracy McLellan, Melanie White, Kimberly Desveaux while we were entertained with the music and story telling of Leona Burkey. #WomenInBusiness #Networking #CommunityMatters #ShowUp #CoffeeTalk

Do you know someone who would benefit from our Greater Heights of Growth program? Designed for women entrepreneurs making over $1M in sales who are eager to innovate, scale, and lead with strategic foresight and operational excellence GHG will guide you in refining your business model, optimizing market positioning, and driving sustainable growth. The key benefits of this program include: - Strategic Growth Planning  - Sustainable Scaling  - Navigate Uncertainty and Operational Challenges Seamlessly  - Leadership Confidence  - Optimized Cash Flow Management If you know someone who would be a great fit for this program be sure to share this with them. Interested in learning more? Connect with our GHG program lead for a personal discussion on how GHG can be your partner in business growth and scalability: https://lnkd.in/e_A4JbEg 

Big News! WBE Canada is going on tour! 🏙️✈️ Supplier Diversity Days: Building Coast to Coast Connections is coming to a city near you! This is your golden opportunity to connect with industry leaders, corporate & government buyers, and fellow women entrepreneurs who are changing the game. We’re making stops in: 🔹 Regina, SK – April 7 🔹 Vancouver, BC – April 11 🔹 Toronto, ON – April 14 🔹 St. John’s, NL – April 30 🔹 Montreal, QC – May 13 🔹 Halifax, NS – June 5 🔹 Winnipeg, MB – September 11 🔹 Calgary, AB - Stay Tuned! Thank you to our amazing sponsors to make this tour possible! @BMO @Manulife @RBC @Saskpower Why you should definitely be there: ✔️ Latest supplier diversity updates and developments ✔️ Learning best practices from top industry leaders ✔️ Networking between buyers and women-owned suppliers ✔️ Pitching your business at roundtable networking ✔️ Walk away with powerful new connections 🔗 Spots are filling fast – Register now! https://lnkd.in/ekFzDCGC #WomenOwned #WBECANADA #Networking #BusinessGrowth #CoastToCoastConnections #WomenEntrepreneurs

WBE Canada's Supplier Diversity Days are back! During these events, attendees will learn how to navigate economic challenges, connect with corporate and government buyers, and uncover new business opportunities. Learn more, find a date and location that works best for you, and register now! https://lnkd.in/ekFzDCGC

AND we are off..... Centre for Women in Business Cohort #5 Atlantic Supplier Diversity Mentorship with WBE Canada - Atlantic Canada women-owned businesses exploring Strengthening Supply Chains, Procurement and appreciate our very own Atlantic WBE Ingrid Deon (Cohort #1) sharing her very successful supplier diversity story! #diversesuppliers

Calling all Cape Breton entrepreneurs! There’s still time to register for our evening of networking. Join CWB at Shannon Studio at the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre on Monday, March 17th from 5-7:30pm for an evening of networking! Along with our partners CEED (Centre for Entrepreneurship Education and Development) and the Strait Area Reporter, CWB is proud to host this opportunity for women-identifying business owners on the island to make new connections, learn from one another, and leave feeling inspired and connected to the thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem in Cape Breton. Space is limited! Register now: https://lnkd.in/dnngJYXV

Since Friday we have been reflecting on the magic of our IWD breakfast celebration. What an inspired gathering, connecting with women entrepreneurs and their allies, hearing an incredible panel discussion, and shopping our vendor marketplace! A big thank you to our gold sponsor RBC, bronze sponsors Invest Nova Scotia and Nova Scotia Advisory Council on the Status of Women, and in-kind sponsor Halifax Chamber of Commerce! Gratitude also for our wonderful moderator Amber Fryday and panelists: - Bernadette Hamilton-Reid, Sankofa Bookkeeping - Rashmi Prakash, Aruna Revolution - Tori Yeomans, Pride Beauty Lounge And our expanded vendor marketplace: - Olena Shulhina – Maskwiomin - Roberta Hibbert - The Top Stitch - Alterations, Fabric, Embroidery & Sewing Machine Service - Cathy Munro - Bramble Hill Farm - Canada - Erika Clarke - Sow Local Seeds - Nova Scotia Advisory Council on the Status of Women - Rebekah Streeter - Voda Retreats - WBE Certified - Davira International - Kyla Derry - Intimately U - Odutope Macauley-Okoro - Topsie Crunchies Snacks Inc - Missy Searl – Period Equity Alliance Society - Saundria Rolle – Sunlight Decor - Sandra Mac Donald – Beezy Eco - Chelsea Legge - Ooo Shiny - Halifax Tides FC Now that Friday is over, we are thinking of ways we can move that momentum forward in our work supporting women business owners and entrpreneurs so we can #AccelerateAction throughout the year. If you attended, don’t forget to fill out your event evaluation! Your feedback is important to us as a learning organization so we understand ways we can improve upon our event next year! #cwbiwd2025 #IWD2025 #AccelerateAction

It’s here!! Our International Women’s Day breakfast celebration has arrived! We are up bright and early to kick off the day with a delicious breakfast and lively conversations at the Halifax Marriott Harborfront! 📸 For those of you who are with us, don't forget to share your pics using #CWBIWD2025. Let's make our voices heard, celebrate our achievements, and Accelerate Action together! 🤝 First time? Look out for CWB member Wing Women from Leading Ladies Networking to help you navigate the event and connect with others! 🙋♀️ Not with us today? You’re with us in spirit! The CWB supports women 365 days of the year and we are proud to spend this morning in celebration of women entrepreneurs, and the incredible diversity of businesses and experiences they represent. #cwbiwd2025 #IWD2025 #AccelerateAction RBC Invest Nova Scotia Nova Scotia Advisory Council on the Status of Women Halifax Chamber of Commerce

It’s almost time for our International Women’s Day celebration! If you’re joining us tomorrow we have lots of exciting things planned, including an incredible door prize from Burning Flame Candle Company, photographed above! We can’t wait to see you bright and early tomorrow morning. If you haven’t gotten your tickets yet there’s still time! Register now: https://lnkd.in/eZsgmkz7 #cwbiwd2025 #IWD2025 #AccelerateAction