The CWE Industry Gala is a prestigious event that recognizes and honours Canada's leading companies, influential programs, campaigns, and CSR initiatives that have been instrumental in paving the way for a more equal and diverse ecosystem for women entrepreneurs.
Join Canada's leading companies, top executives, agencies, influencers, entrepreneurs, creators and media supporting women entrepreneurs and be inspired by the groundbreaking work being done by other companies. #CWEGala2024 is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to connect, collaborate and celebrate the successes of organizations that support women entrepreneurs while forming new partnerships and brainstorming new ideas to raise the bar on what's possible when we come together to support this cause.
Don't miss out on this unique industry celebration and join us in recognizing and supporting the advancement of women's entrepreneurship in Canada.
SUBMISSION DEADLINE: January 29, 2024
Leading brands, top executives, diverse founders, influencers and media coming together to advance women
JANUARY 29, 2024
Nominations Close
JANUARY 15, 2024
JANUARY 30, 2024
Google Begins Selection Process
FEBRUARY 07, 2024
FEBRUARY 7, 2024
Winners will be notified this week
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
Winners must confirm their attendance and table
MAY 29, 2024
MAY 29, 2024
The GALA!
CWE Recognition Award Categories
GENDER EQUALITY IN THE WORKPLACE
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For companies that are creating gender equality within the workplace through:
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More women in leadership roles
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Hiring more women
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Closing the pay gap
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Opportunities for advancement
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Support for families
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EMPOWERING WOMEN INBUSINESS OR ENTREPRENEURS
For companies that are creating opportunities for women entrepreneurs through:
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Education/professional development opportunities
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Funding opportunities (grants, loans)
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Networks
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COMMUNITY WOMEN'S HEALTH AND WELLBEING
For companies that are making a community-level impact for women through:
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Mental health
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Safety
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Tackling systemic barriers
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CREATING YOUNGCHANGE MAKERS
For companies that are giving opportunities to young girls:
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Scholarships
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Educational opportunities
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#HYPEWOMEN
For companies that are championing women through:
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Amplifying the voices of women
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Commitment to DEI & Belonging
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WHY WAS I NOMINATED AND BY WHO?
You have been nominated for an impactful program/initiative your organization has launched supporting women in business, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Nominations are coming in from leading industry professionals, colleagues, founders, media and other business professionals who see the impact that your company's impact. Nominators have the option to share their names or remain anonymous.
HOW WILL THE WINNDERS BE SELECTED? WHO DECIDES WHICH COMPANIES WIN IN THE CATEGORIES?
All nominees are being reviewed and chosen by our selection committee powered by Google and its senior executives.
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