Women's Business Network upcoming events

BYA Nominations - Application Support Session (14 Apr 2026)

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

The BYA Nominations Committee is hosting an optional application support session on April 14th, 2026 at 12:00pm. The support session will cover essential elements such as:

Review award criteria and submission requirements
Storytelling strategy development
Showcasing achievements: quantifying and qualifying impact
Refining writing style for clarity and impact

We hope to see you there!

Should you have any questions about the event, please reach out to the BYA Nominations Committee via email: BYAnominations@womensbusinessnetwork.ca

April Lunch and Learn (15 Apr 2026)

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Proactive Wellness for Busy Women in Business

As women in business, we’re often busy supporting everyone else that our own wellness takes a back seat. Join Dr. Valérie Robichaud for an empowering Lunch & Learn designed for women who do it all.

Discover how small, proactive steps with a body-awareness approach can help manage stress and wellness. Learn how to recognize nervous system body signals and how to create simple, sustainable wellness habits that fit your busy schedule.

Whether you’re curious about chiropractic care or looking for strategies to manage stress, this presentation will offer valuable insights and easy take-home strategies.

With Guest Speaker - Dr. Valérie Robichaud

Dr. Valérie Robichaud is a chiropractor with the CURAVITA Health Group, located in the heart of Ottawa. Originally from Shediac, New Brunswick, she grew up in a family of healthcare professionals, which inspired her early passion for wellness and caring for others. Dedicated and experienced, she helps her patients optimize their mobility, posture, and wellness routines. She also volunteers for the WBN as an Ambassador for the Membership committee and with the BYA Gala Event committee.

Please register by the event start time to confirm your attendance.

Please note, we do not offer refunds. If you need to cancel you will be issued a credit to use toward a future event.

If you are having difficulty registering or if you have inquiries about our membership, please contact info@womensbusinessnetwork.ca

Membership Maximization Meeting (15 Apr 2026)

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Maximize your WBN membership benefits and elevate your connections!

Encouraging all existing Members and Future Members to attend (SHARE invite with colleagues and friends)! These recurring virtual workshops provide an ongoing, engaging, and interactive environment designed to help you make the most within your WBN community.

A glance at what we cover together:

Tour of exclusive benefits – Spotlights, Offers, and Directory listings
Tips to optimize your WBN member profile and grow your network
Ways to connect with members that best fit your needs and objectives
Overview of Programming, Speaking opportunities, and Events
Volunteer and Leadership opportunities to strengthen connections and grow professionally
Navigation of the WBN website and social media communities

Scheduled every 1^st and 3^rd Wednesday of the month - daytime and evening for your preferred availability!

Pop-Up Coffee Break (24 Apr 2026)

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Pop-Up Coffee Break

This year we want to connect with and get to know other members in small groups.

We also want to learn about your businesses, and how WBN can help support your growth.

We meet at Grounded Scratch Kitchen once a month, on a Friday. And it’s not early: it’s from 10am to 11:30am.

If you’re worried about not knowing other members...then that’s the perfect reason to join us.

These coffee breaks will have a loose structure and topics to get things rolling. This event is free but does require registration; the only cost to you will be your own breakfast.

We look forward to seeing you!

Please note: this event is open to WBN members only.

Rise & Thrive - Morning Power Connections (29 Apr 2026)

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:30:00 GMT

Strategic Leadership for a Changing World

Many organizations today are navigating complex challenges - from outdated systems and unclear priorities to increasing compliance demands and limited resources. In this session, Heather Cayouette will introduce a practical, strategic approach to leadership that helps attendees work smarter, safer, and more intentionally. Drawing from her upcoming book Reset the System, she’ll share a framework for rethinking how your organization operates, so you can lead with clarity, confidence, and resilience - whether you're growing, stabilizing, or simply trying to make things work better.

Attendees will learn strategies for:

- Leading with intention: aligning your systems and strategy to support your goals

- Building trust, reducing risk, and making smarter, more confident decisions

- Untangling operational legacies and simplifying how work gets done

- Preparing your organization for what’s next - including AI, automation, and other disruptors

Expect to walk away with actionable insights to improve how you lead and manage your organization - not by doing more, but by focusing on what matters most. Whether you’re facing operational friction, compliance concerns, or leadership fatigue, this session will provide practical tools and a fresh perspective to help you lead more strategically and sustainably.

Guest Speaker - Heather Cayouette

Heather Cayouette is Founder and CEO of Firefly Strategic Consulting. With over 20 years of experience, she helps small and mid-sized organizations build smarter, safer, and more scalable operations.

Heather brings deep expertise in strategy, organizational and change management, governance, program development, information technology, and privacy. A Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/C) and Certified Information Privacy Technologist (CIPT), she specializes in aligning strategy and systems through a risk management lens, with a particular focus on operational reviews, IT strategy, privacy, and AI readiness.

Heather is the author of the upcoming book, Reset the System: A Practical Guide to Rethinking the Way You Work - to Power Why You Do It.

Location

Grounded Scratch Kitchen, Coffeehouse & Bar
1545 Carling Ave, Ottawa, ON K1Z 8P9

Please follow the signs to Grounded Scratch Kitchen to the furthest parking lot and take the parking ticket to enter. Parking will be validated at the event.

Can't attend this event?

No problem. You can still make the most of your membership! Explore our upcoming sessions and find the ones that best fit your schedule.

➡️View the full Calendar

If you are a WBN member, please LOG IN to your account to register for the event at the member rate.

Deadline to register is April 28 at 5pm.

Please note, we do not offer refunds. Cancellations must be submitted in writing at least 7 days before the event to be eligible for a credit. No credits will be issued for cancellations made within 7 days of the event. However, tickets may be transferred to another person at any time at no additional cost. Please note that registrations cannot be transferred to a different event.

If you are having difficulty registering or if you have inquiries about our membership, please contact info@womensbusinessnetwork.ca.

Pop-Up Coffee Break (15 May 2026)

Fri, 15 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Pop-Up Coffee Break

This year we want to connect with and get to know other members in small groups.

We also want to learn about your businesses, and how WBN can help support your growth.

We meet at Grounded Scratch Kitchen once a month, on a Friday. And it’s not early: it’s from 10am to 11:30am.

If you’re worried about not knowing other members...then that’s the perfect reason to join us.

These coffee breaks will have a loose structure and topics to get things rolling. This event is free but does require registration; the only cost to you will be your own breakfast.

We look forward to seeing you!

Please note: this event is open to WBN members only.

Membership Maximization Meeting (20 May 2026)

Wed, 20 May 2026 22:30:00 GMT

A glance at what we cover together:

Tour of exclusive benefits – Spotlights, Offers, and Directory listings
Tips to optimize your WBN member profile and grow your network
Ways to connect with members that best fit your needs and objectives
Overview of Programming, Speaking opportunities, and Events
Volunteer and Leadership opportunities to strengthen connections and grow professionally
Navigation of the WBN website and social media communities

Scheduled every 1^st and 3^rd Wednesday of the month - daytime and evening for your preferred availability!

Rise & Thrive - Morning Power Connections (27 May 2026)

Wed, 27 May 2026 11:30:00 GMT

The Mid-Life Power Reset

The Mid-Life Power Reset is an energizing talk that reframes menopause as a turning point, not a breakdown. Annie cuts through the confusion and myths surrounding menopause and explains what’s actually happening in women’s bodies at midlife. With a practical, science-backed approach, she shows women how to protect their energy, sharpen their focus, and feel strong and confident again at work and at home. This talk leaves women informed, empowered, and ready to take ownership of their health so midlife becomes a launchpad, not a limitation.

Key Takeaways

- Menopause is a biological transition, not a personal failure

- Understanding hormones removes shame and puts women back in control.

- Energy is the foundation of performance and confidence

- Small, strategic shifts in nutrition, movement, sleep, and stress create big returns.

- Midlife is a reset point and not the beginning of decline

- With the right tools, women can thrive, lead, and feel powerful in this next chapter.

Guest Speaker - Annie Gaudreault

As a nutritionist and women’s health coach, Annie supports the needs of

professional women at midlife, giving them the confidence to do what they

want to do, with the energy that they need. An endurance athlete with 12

marathons and 3 Ironman® triathlons under her belt, Annie lives what she

preaches.

A 25+ year career as a brand consultant working with executives of

Fortune 500 companies gave her a solid background to serve the wellness

needs of those living busy lives.

Location

Grounded Scratch Kitchen, Coffeehouse & Bar
1545 Carling Ave, Ottawa, ON K1Z 8P9

Please follow the signs to Grounded Scratch Kitchen to the furthest parking lot and take the parking ticket to enter. Parking will be validated at the event.

Can't attend this event?

No problem. You can still make the most of your membership! Explore our upcoming sessions and find the ones that best fit your schedule.

➡️View the full Calendar

If you are a WBN member, please LOG IN to your account to register for the event at the member rate.

Deadline to register is May 27 at 5pm.

If you are having difficulty registering or if you have inquiries about our membership, please contact info@womensbusinessnetwork.ca.

Membership Maximization Meeting (03 Jun 2026)

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:30:00 GMT

A glance at what we cover together:

Tour of exclusive benefits – Spotlights, Offers, and Directory listings
Tips to optimize your WBN member profile and grow your network
Ways to connect with members that best fit your needs and objectives
Overview of Programming, Speaking opportunities, and Events
Volunteer and Leadership opportunities to strengthen connections and grow professionally
Navigation of the WBN website and social media communities

Scheduled every 1^st and 3^rd Wednesday of the month - daytime and evening for your preferred availability!

Membership Maximization Meeting (17 Jun 2026)

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 22:30:00 GMT

A glance at what we cover together:

Tour of exclusive benefits – Spotlights, Offers, and Directory listings
Tips to optimize your WBN member profile and grow your network
Ways to connect with members that best fit your needs and objectives
Overview of Programming, Speaking opportunities, and Events
Volunteer and Leadership opportunities to strengthen connections and grow professionally
Navigation of the WBN website and social media communities

Scheduled every 1^st and 3^rd Wednesday of the month - daytime and evening for your preferred availability!

Pop-Up Coffee Break (19 Jun 2026)

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Pop-Up Coffee Break

This year we want to connect with and get to know other members in small groups.

We also want to learn about your businesses, and how WBN can help support your growth.

We meet at Grounded Scratch Kitchen once a month, on a Friday. And it’s not early: it’s from 10am to 11:30am.

If you’re worried about not knowing other members...then that’s the perfect reason to join us.

These coffee breaks will have a loose structure and topics to get things rolling. This event is free but does require registration; the only cost to you will be your own breakfast.

We look forward to seeing you!

Please note: this event is open to WBN members only.

Rise & Thrive - Morning Power Connections (24 Jun 2026)

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 11:30:00 GMT

Communicating with Impact in High-Stakes Environments

Jennifer Stewart, Founder and CEO of Syntax Strategic and The Honest Talk, will deliver a compelling session on communicating with impact in high-stakes environments, built on the moments when pressure mounts, scrutiny intensifies, and every word carries weight. Drawing on her experience advising leaders and organizations through risk, disruption, and intense public attention, she will examine what distinguishes reactive messaging from strategic communication. Jennifer will share how to maintain clarity when timelines compress, how to build and protect credibility when trust is fragile, and how to ensure your message lands with precision in a world distracted by noise.

The conversation will provide practical frameworks to strengthen decision-making, navigate competing interests, and communicate with authority when it matters most. Participants will walk away better equipped to shape the narrative, align internal and external messaging, and demonstrate calm, confident leadership, even in the most demanding circumstances.

Guest Speaker - Jennifer Stewart

Jennifer is an accomplished leader in Canadian business, government, and public affairs. She is renowned as an expert in this field, often being called upon by national media for commentary. Additionally, Jennifer has twice been named one of the “Top 25 People in the Capital” by Ottawa Life Magazine, one of Ottawa’s “Top Forty Under Forty” by the Ottawa Business Journal and the Ottawa Chamber of Commerce, and was a finalist for Ottawa’s “Established Female Entrepreneur of the Year.”

Jennifer has actively taken on many business and community affairs roles, including President & CEO of the Canadian Energy Marketers Association (CEMA), Chair of the Board of the Canadian Transportation Alliance, Co-Host and Co-Founder of The Honest Talk podcast, Chair of the Village of Carp Business Improvement Association (City of Ottawa), Board Member of the Youth Services Bureau of Ottawa Foundation, Member of the Board of Trustees for The Women in Technology Scholarship of Willis College, and Member of the Leadership Council of the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation.

Location

Grounded Scratch Kitchen, Coffeehouse & Bar
1545 Carling Ave, Ottawa, ON K1Z 8P9

Please follow the signs to Grounded Scratch Kitchen to the furthest parking lot and take the parking ticket to enter. Parking will be validated at the event.

Can't attend this event?

No problem. You can still make the most of your membership! Explore our upcoming sessions and find the ones that best fit your schedule.

➡️View the full Calendar

If you are a WBN member, please LOG IN to your account to register for the event at the member rate.

Deadline to register is June 23 at 5pm.

If you are having difficulty registering or if you have inquiries about our membership, please contact info@womensbusinessnetwork.ca.

Membership Maximization Meeting (15 Jul 2026)

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:30:00 GMT

A glance at what we cover together:

Tour of exclusive benefits – Spotlights, Offers, and Directory listings
Tips to optimize your WBN member profile and grow your network
Ways to connect with members that best fit your needs and objectives
Overview of Programming, Speaking opportunities, and Events
Volunteer and Leadership opportunities to strengthen connections and grow professionally
Navigation of the WBN website and social media communities

Scheduled every 1^st and 3^rd Wednesday of the month - daytime and evening for your preferred availability!

Rise & Thrive - Morning Power Connections (29 Jul 2026)

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 11:30:00 GMT

Location

Grounded Scratch Kitchen, Coffeehouse & Bar
1545 Carling Ave, Ottawa, ON K1Z 8P9

Please follow the signs to Grounded Scratch Kitchen to the furthest parking lot and take the parking ticket to enter. Parking will be validated at the event.

Can't attend this event?

No problem. You can still make the most of your membership! Explore our upcoming sessions and find the ones that best fit your schedule.

➡️View the full Calendar

If you are a WBN member, please LOG IN to your account to register for the event at the member rate.

Deadline to register is July 29 at 5pm.

If you are having difficulty registering or if you have inquiries about our membership, please contact info@womensbusinessnetwork.ca.

August Lunch and Learn (19 Aug 2026)

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Please register by the event start time to confirm your attendance.

Please note, we do not offer refunds. If you need to cancel you will be issued a credit to use toward a future event.

If you are having difficulty registering or if you have inquiries about our membership, please contact info@womensbusinessnetwork.ca

Membership Maximization Meeting (19 Aug 2026)

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 22:30:00 GMT

A glance at what we cover together:

Tour of exclusive benefits – Spotlights, Offers, and Directory listings
Tips to optimize your WBN member profile and grow your network
Ways to connect with members that best fit your needs and objectives
Overview of Programming, Speaking opportunities, and Events
Volunteer and Leadership opportunities to strengthen connections and grow professionally
Navigation of the WBN website and social media communities

Scheduled every 1^st and 3^rd Wednesday of the month - daytime and evening for your preferred availability!

September Lunch and Learn (16 Sep 2026)

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Please register by the event start time to confirm your attendance.

Please note, we do not offer refunds. If you need to cancel you will be issued a credit to use toward a future event.

If you are having difficulty registering or if you have inquiries about our membership, please contact info@womensbusinessnetwork.ca

Membership Maximization Meeting (16 Sep 2026)

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

A glance at what we cover together:

Tour of exclusive benefits – Spotlights, Offers, and Directory listings
Tips to optimize your WBN member profile and grow your network
Ways to connect with members that best fit your needs and objectives
Overview of Programming, Speaking opportunities, and Events
Volunteer and Leadership opportunities to strengthen connections and grow professionally
Navigation of the WBN website and social media communities

Scheduled every 1^st and 3^rd Wednesday of the month - daytime and evening for your preferred availability!

Rise & Thrive - Morning Power Connections (30 Sep 2026)

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 11:30:00 GMT

Location

Grounded Scratch Kitchen, Coffeehouse & Bar
1545 Carling Ave, Ottawa, ON K1Z 8P9

Please follow the signs to Grounded Scratch Kitchen to the furthest parking lot and take the parking ticket to enter. Parking will be validated at the event.

Can't attend this event?

No problem. You can still make the most of your membership! Explore our upcoming sessions and find the ones that best fit your schedule.

➡️View the full Calendar

If you are a WBN member, please LOG IN to your account to register for the event at the member rate.

Deadline to register is July 29 at 5pm.

If you are having difficulty registering or if you have inquiries about our membership, please contact info@womensbusinessnetwork.ca.

Membership Maximization Meeting (07 Oct 2026)

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 15:30:00 GMT

A glance at what we cover together:

Tour of exclusive benefits – Spotlights, Offers, and Directory listings
Tips to optimize your WBN member profile and grow your network
Ways to connect with members that best fit your needs and objectives
Overview of Programming, Speaking opportunities, and Events
Volunteer and Leadership opportunities to strengthen connections and grow professionally
Navigation of the WBN website and social media communities

Scheduled every 1^st and 3^rd Wednesday of the month - daytime and evening for your preferred availability!

WBN October Wind-Down: (13 Oct 2026)

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Don't miss out on your next connection!

Explore our upcoming events and save the date for your next great networking opportunity.

➡️View All WBN Events

Coming up next:

Rise and Thrive: Morning Power Connections - November 26, 2025

If you are a WBN member, please LOG IN to your account to register for the event at the member rate.

Deadline to register is February 10, 2026.

Please note, we do not offer refunds. If you need to cancel you will be issued a credit to use toward a future event. If you are having difficulty registering or if you have inquiries about our membership, please contact info@womensbusinessnetwork.ca.

October Lunch and Learn (21 Oct 2026)

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Please register by the event start time to confirm your attendance.

Please note, we do not offer refunds. If you need to cancel you will be issued a credit to use toward a future event.

If you are having difficulty registering or if you have inquiries about our membership, please contact info@womensbusinessnetwork.ca

Membership Maximization Meeting (21 Oct 2026)

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 22:30:00 GMT

A glance at what we cover together:

Tour of exclusive benefits – Spotlights, Offers, and Directory listings
Tips to optimize your WBN member profile and grow your network
Ways to connect with members that best fit your needs and objectives
Overview of Programming, Speaking opportunities, and Events
Volunteer and Leadership opportunities to strengthen connections and grow professionally
Navigation of the WBN website and social media communities

Scheduled every 1^st and 3^rd Wednesday of the month - daytime and evening for your preferred availability!

Rise & Thrive - Morning Power Connections (28 Oct 2026)

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 11:30:00 GMT

Location

Grounded Scratch Kitchen, Coffeehouse & Bar
1545 Carling Ave, Ottawa, ON K1Z 8P9

Please follow the signs to Grounded Scratch Kitchen to the furthest parking lot and take the parking ticket to enter. Parking will be validated at the event.

Can't attend this event?

No problem. You can still make the most of your membership! Explore our upcoming sessions and find the ones that best fit your schedule.

➡️View the full Calendar

If you are a WBN member, please LOG IN to your account to register for the event at the member rate.

Deadline to register is July 29 at 5pm.

If you are having difficulty registering or if you have inquiries about our membership, please contact info@womensbusinessnetwork.ca.

Membership Maximization Meeting (04 Nov 2026)

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 16:30:00 GMT

A glance at what we cover together:

Tour of exclusive benefits – Spotlights, Offers, and Directory listings
Tips to optimize your WBN member profile and grow your network
Ways to connect with members that best fit your needs and objectives
Overview of Programming, Speaking opportunities, and Events
Volunteer and Leadership opportunities to strengthen connections and grow professionally
Navigation of the WBN website and social media communities

Scheduled every 1^st and 3^rd Wednesday of the month - daytime and evening for your preferred availability!

November Lunch and Learn (18 Nov 2026)

Wed, 18 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Please register by the event start time to confirm your attendance.

Please note, we do not offer refunds. If you need to cancel you will be issued a credit to use toward a future event.

If you are having difficulty registering or if you have inquiries about our membership, please contact info@womensbusinessnetwork.ca

Membership Maximization Meeting (18 Nov 2026)

Wed, 18 Nov 2026 23:30:00 GMT

A glance at what we cover together:

Tour of exclusive benefits – Spotlights, Offers, and Directory listings
Tips to optimize your WBN member profile and grow your network
Ways to connect with members that best fit your needs and objectives
Overview of Programming, Speaking opportunities, and Events
Volunteer and Leadership opportunities to strengthen connections and grow professionally
Navigation of the WBN website and social media communities

Scheduled every 1^st and 3^rd Wednesday of the month - daytime and evening for your preferred availability!

Rise & Thrive - Morning Power Connections (25 Nov 2026)

Wed, 25 Nov 2026 12:30:00 GMT

Strategic leadership for a Changing World

Many organizations today are navigating complex challenges - from outdated systems and unclear priorities to increasing compliance demands and limited resources. This session offers a practical, strategic approach to leadership that helps attendees work smarter, safer, and more intentionally. Drawing from her upcoming book Reset the System, experienced business consultant Heather Cayouette will share a framework for rethinking how your organization operates, so you can lead with clarity, confidence, and resilience - whether you're growing, stabilizing, or simply trying to make things work better.

You'll learn how to:

- Lead with intention: aligning your systems and strategy to support your goals

- Build trust, reduce risk, and make smarter, more confident decisions

- Untangle operational legacies and simplify how work gets done

Guest Speaker - Heather Cayouette - CIPP/C, CIPT

Heather Cayouette is Founder and CEO of Firefly Strategic Consulting. With over 20 years of experience, she helps small and mid-sized organizations build smarter, safer, and more scalable operations.

She is the author of the upcoming book, Reset the System: A Practical Guide to Rethinking the Way You Work - to Power Why You Do It.

Location

Grounded Scratch Kitchen, Coffeehouse & Bar
1545 Carling Ave, Ottawa, ON K1Z 8P9

Please follow the signs to Grounded Scratch Kitchen to the furthest parking lot and take the parking ticket to enter. Parking will be validated at the event.

Can't attend this event?

No problem. You can still make the most of your membership! Explore our upcoming sessions and find the ones that best fit your schedule.

➡️View the full Calendar

If you are a WBN member, please LOG IN to your account to register for the event at the member rate.

Deadline to register is July 29 at 5pm.

If you are having difficulty registering or if you have inquiries about our membership, please contact info@womensbusinessnetwork.ca.

Holiday Spark: Celebrate, Reflect & Connect (01 Dec 2026)

Tue, 01 Dec 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Membership Maximization Meeting (02 Dec 2026)

Wed, 02 Dec 2026 16:30:00 GMT

A glance at what we cover together:

Tour of exclusive benefits – Spotlights, Offers, and Directory listings
Tips to optimize your WBN member profile and grow your network
Ways to connect with members that best fit your needs and objectives
Overview of Programming, Speaking opportunities, and Events
Volunteer and Leadership opportunities to strengthen connections and grow professionally
Navigation of the WBN website and social media communities

Scheduled every 1^st and 3^rd Wednesday of the month - daytime and evening for your preferred availability!