August 2026

OPPORTUNITIES

Join us at our upcoming virtual and in-person events. Whether you're looking to connect with corporate buyers, learn how procurement really works, or build relationships with fellow women entrepreneurs, there's something for every stage of your journey. Explore what's coming up at www.wbecanada.ca/events.

On the Calendar

IN-PERSON

August 16 - She Leads The Game - AFC Toronto vs. Montreal Roses

ONLINE

August 20 - WBE Accelerator - Managing Disruptions in Your Business

IN-PERSON

September 15 - Supplier Innovation Day: Vancouver, BC

ONLINE

September 23 - WBE Meetup - From Connected to Contracted: Turning Corporate Members Into Clients

Beyond WBE Canada

Connecting you with opportunities beyond our network, including international trade missions, funding programs, industry events, and other initiatives designed to help women-owned businesses grow in Canada and globally.

The Government of Ontario is organizing a technology export business mission of up to 20 companies to attend and exhibit within the Ontario pavilion at CES (Consumer Electronics Show) 2027, January 6-9, 2027 in Las Vegas. CES is the world’s largest trade show for the business of consumer technologies and next-generation innovations. CES attracts over 140,000 attendees and more than 4,000 exhibiting companies from 150 countries.

The CIBC Biz Pitch Competition is a national pitch competition presented by CIBC Business Banking and the Women's Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub (WEKH) at the Diversity Institute, Toronto Metropolitan University. Designed to celebrate and accelerate Canadian entrepreneurship, the competition invites businesses at every stage — from early-concept student ventures to established, high-growth companies — to compete for prize funding and national recognition. Note: Application Deadline is August 31, 2026.‍

TCS (Trade Commissioner Service) Federal B2B Program for CES (Consumer Electronics Show) 2027: The Canadian Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) in Palo Alto is seeking to facilitate pre-qualified B2B meetings between Canadian companies and potential California-based buyers and investors attending CES 2027 in Las Vegas, TCS Federal B2B Program for CES 2027

WBE Canada National Conference

Join WBE Canada's largest annual conference for women entrepreneurs and corporate leaders. Connect, collaborate, and gain insights to help drive business growth and inclusive opportunities nationwide.

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WBEs ONLY

Ready to Bid - Alone or Together

Current open opportunities await certified women-owned businesses. From technology services to facilities management, explore active RFPs and prepare your proposals.

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INSIGHTS

As part of WBE Canada's commitment to advancing the interests of women-owned businesses across Canada, we actively engage with Ministers, government officials, corporate partners, and ecosystem leaders to strengthen the voice of women's entrepreneurship in public policy and economic development.

Keeping our network informed is an important part of that work. Through our ongoing advocacy and government relations efforts, we monitor policy developments, funding announcements, and legislative priorities that have the potential to shape opportunities for women entrepreneurs and the organizations that support them.

CANADA

Federal Investment in Women’s Entrepreneurship. The Government of Canada has renewed the Women Entrepreneurship Strategy (WES) ensuring continued support through funding and programs for more than 500,000 women entrepreneurs nationwide.

COMMUNITY

Parslow Heritage Consultancy Inc. Thinking her business was “too different” to fit has resulted in Carla Parslow sharing her empowerment with other WBEs.

The Power of Presence: Showing Up for the Opportunities Ahead. Certification creates visibility and access but it’s not the end of the journey. It is an opportunity to step more confidently into the marketplace and make sure your business is ready to be seen.

WBE Canada’s 2026 Awards: Recognizing Excellence, Advancing Opportunity. WBE Canada’s Awards enhance credibility, elevate brand reputation, increase visibility, and create opportunities to build new business relationships, while setting a benchmark for excellence that inspires the entire women’s entrepreneurship ecosystem.

Reflections: How to Win as a Woman Entrepreneur. Jamie Crump, former consultant to WBE Canada since 2020, shares insights from her business journey and as one of North America’s most recognized thought leaders on Supplier Diversity and inclusive procurement strategy.

New to the Community

Highlighting some of our newly certified women-owned businesses! Each new member strengthens our network and opens new doors for corporate buyers seeking diverse suppliers.