WBE Canada

🗺️𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐃𝐚𝐲𝐬: 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 For the first time, we are bringing Supplier Diversity Day to 📍𝐓𝐨𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐨, 𝐎𝐍! Join us 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟏𝟒𝐭𝐡 at this in-person event, designed to connect women-owned businesses, corporate and government procurement leaders, and supplier diversity professionals. Why attend? ✔️ Gain insights into leveraging supplier diversity as part of your business strategy ✔️ Engage with corporate and government buyers committed to diverse procurement ✔️ Participate in roundtable networking to showcase your business and explore new opportunities Huge thanks to @Manulife for sponsoring this event and supporting supplier diversity in Canada! Seats are limited—secure your spot today! 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/em-3TX5D #SupplierDiversity #WomenEntrepreneurs #TorontoBusiness #WBECanada #Procurement #Manulife #Networking #networkingevent #toronto #manulife #womeninbusiness #womenowned #canadabusiness #canadianmade #canadianbusiness

We’re excited to launch Supplier Diversity Days: Building Coast to Coast Connections to cities across Canada, bridging the gap between women-owned businesses and corporate & government buyers. 📍 Event Locations: Regina – April 7 | Vancouver – April 11 | Toronto – April 14 St. John’s – April 30 | Montreal – May 13 | Halifax – June 5 Winnipeg – September 11 | Calgary - Stay Tuned! What’s in it for you? - Learn the latest in supplier diversity trends - Participate in panel discussions led by industry experts - Pitch your business to key buyers in roundtable networking - Build meaningful, long-term connections Learn More: https://lnkd.in/ekFzDCGC #SupplierDiversity #WomenOwned #WBECANADA #BusinessNetworking #SupplierConnections #DiversityMatters

Coffee with Heather ☕ ️ Date & Time: March 26th, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm EDT Join us for a casual and engaging hour with Heather J. Barker, the new President of WBE Canada! Whether you're a Certified WBE or just curious about the latest updates at WBE Canada, this is your chance to engage, ask questions, and enjoy a coffee conversation together. Why attend? ✔️ You're part of the WBE Canada Community ✔️ Curious about the latest updates at WBE Canada ✔️ Interested in hearing insights about WBE Canada inclusive sourcing 👉 Register now: https://lnkd.in/esvqkB6r Please note: This event is exclusively for WBE Canada Certified Businesses. Looking forward to seeing you there! 👋 #WBECanada #Networking #WomenInBusiness #CoffeeWithHeather

March 27 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm EDT Interested in subcontracting on City of Toronto projects? Don’t miss this one-hour panel discussion designed for WBE Suppliers who want to explore subcontracting opportunities and navigate the public procurement process! What We’ll Cover: ✅ Understanding the public procurement process and requirements ✅ How to build relationships with public sector representatives and suppliers bidding on City solicitations ✅ Tips for preparing competitive bids and proposals Whether you're new to public procurement or looking to expand your opportunities with the City of Toronto, this session will provide knowledge and strategies for success. Plus, you’ll have the chance to ask questions and get insights directly from experts with City contracts! Meet the Presenter: 👤 Gregg Loane, Director of Transformation Business Performance at the City of Toronto With over 30 years in municipal transportation engineering and consulting, Gregg is dedicated to optimizing processes and promoting diverse supplier programs within the City. He brings vast experience in managing contracts, performance, and strategic capital coordination. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect and learn! 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/eS76nnt6 #PublicProcurement #Subcontracting #CityOfToronto #WBE #DiverseSuppliers #GovernmentContracting #SupplierDiversity #BusinessGrowth

Exciting news for our Vancouver community! On April 11, WBE Canada is bringing Supplier Diversity Day to your city – a full-day in-person event focused on connections, insights, and opportunities! Who should attend? Women Entrepreneurs and Certified women-owned businesses Procurement, Supplier Professionals and Corporate Members Operations, People & Culture Managers Government & Municipalities Partners & Affiliates Huge shoutout and thank you to @RBC for sponsoring this event! 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/epSaK9sf Do you know a woman entrepreneur, corporation or organization that should be there? Tag them below or bring them with you! #SupplierDiversity #WomenOwned #Networking #BusinessGrowth #VancouverEvents #WBECanada #vancouver #womeninbusiness #diversesupplier #procurement #businessevent #networkingevent

𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 = 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬! Join us in at our first stop in 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐚,𝐒𝐊 𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟕, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓, 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐃𝐚𝐲—an in-person event designed to help you access new business opportunities and connect with decision-makers in corporate and government supply chains. 𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐣𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐮𝐬? - Procurement, Supplier Professionals - Operations, People & Culture Managers - Women Entrepreneurs - Government & Municipalities - Partners & Affiliates 💡 Our lead sponsor @SaskPower will share their insights on supplier diversity, certification, and how they work with diverse suppliers! Morning (corporates-only session): Our sponsor and keynote presenter, @SaskPower, will share their key considerations, obstacles and steps to developing their successful strategy. Afternoon session: Join us for lunch and the afternoon to network with buyers in a round-table event and learn more about available resources to support your entrepreneurial journey. Limited seats are available—don’t wait! 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/e6vedTMS #WBEImpact #SupplierDiversity #WomenEntrepreneurs #Regina #BusinessNetworking #DiversityInProcurement #SaskPower

Inviting women entrepreneurs to join BDC for a special webinar featuring Senior Female Economist Jovanka Charbonneau. Jovanka will provide an update on the current dynamic climate and its implications on businesses with a specific focus on trends and opportunities for Women Entrepreneurs, taking place Tuesday March 25th from 10:30am-11:30am PST Link to Register: https://lnkd.in/gBWAbryg BDC Fatiha Senhaji (PL.Fin) WBE Canada @womenentrepreneurs @womenbusinessowners

🗺️𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐃𝐚𝐲𝐬: 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 For the first time, we are bringing Supplier Diversity Day to 📍𝐓𝐨𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐨, 𝐎𝐍! Join us 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟏𝟒𝐭𝐡 at this in-person event, designed to connect women-owned businesses, corporate and government procurement leaders, and supplier diversity professionals. Why attend? ✔️ Gain insights into leveraging supplier diversity as part of your business strategy ✔️ Engage with corporate and government buyers committed to diverse procurement ✔️ Participate in roundtable networking to showcase your business and explore new opportunities Huge thanks to @Manulife for sponsoring this event and supporting supplier diversity in Canada! Seats are limited—secure your spot today! 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/em-3TX5D #SupplierDiversity #WomenEntrepreneurs #TorontoBusiness #WBECanada #Procurement #Manulife #Networking #networkingevent #toronto #manulife #womeninbusiness #womenowned #canadabusiness #canadianmade #canadianbusiness

Spot on Daniel Tisch, APR, FCPRS, ICD.D this is our collective moment to double down on actions to increase diversity and resiliency for Canadian businesses. Let’s lead the way 🇨🇦! WBE Canada is an integral part of this effort. Our large community of enterprise-ready women owned suppliers are the partners any business would be fortunate to have in their supply chain.

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