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Society for Canadian Women in Science and Technology, creating an environment where women and girls can pursue their interest, education and careers in STEM. #WomenInSTEM
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We are proud to be a conference partner at the 17th annual @Canadian science Canadian Science Policy Conference (CSPC 2025), advancing conversations on science policy, innovation, and Canada’s resilient future.
#girlsinstem #genderequality #systemschange #equityinstem #CSPC2025
November 20, 2025 at 8:47 PM
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Does your organization want to attract and retain more women+ in STEM?
Our next virtual workshop is on December 2nd, 2025.
Learn more: https://systems-change.ca/
Register here: https://forms.gle/s4g6F4W73ZtTveia9
#STEMcareers #womeninstem #womeninscience #genderequality #systemschange #equityinstem
November 14, 2025 at 3:55 AM
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SCWIST’s STEM Explore workshops introduce students to real-world science concepts through fun, hands-on activities. 👉 Sign up for our newsletter (link in bio) and get updates, resources, and early access to virtual versions. Let’s inspire the next generation of girls, together. 💫
November 11, 2025 at 6:32 PM
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Join us November 17 during National AMR Week for a free, youth-led event exploring how Canada is tackling antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
💻 Register for free: https://bit.ly/43kDbO7
#girlsinstem #youthinstem #publichhealth #healthinnovation #microbiology #biology #science
Antimicrobial Resistance Across Canada: Youth Leading Change in Policy
Join us Nov 17 for a youth-led talk on antimicrobial resistance with top scientists, exploring Canada’s AMR policies and future solutions.
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November 11, 2025 at 2:50 AM
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✨ This year, the Society for Canadian Women in Science and Technology took networking to the next level, traveling across Canada to connect women and diverse professionals in STEM through warm, no-stress networking nights.

#SCWIST #STEMcareers #womeninstem #womeninscience #girlsinstem #networking
November 10, 2025 at 12:49 AM
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Ottawa IGNITE Networking Night Rescheduled

📍101 Lyon Street North, Ottawa
🕠 5 PM - 7:30 PM EST
📆 February 12, 2026

Register now for this free networking event for women in STEM (limited spots available): https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/1656770608489?aff=oddtdtcreator
November 9, 2025 at 4:36 AM
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SCWIST supports women and diverse individuals every step of the way, from sparking curiosity in classrooms to breaking barriers in leadership and beyond. 🎥: Frodillah Media Production

#STEMcareers #womeninstem #womeninscience #stemeducation #girlsinscience #girlsinstem #empowerher #diversityinSTEM
November 7, 2025 at 1:21 AM
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📚✨ We’re building a collection of 2,500 accessible STEM and STEAM books for K–12 readers who are low vision, blind, or have print disabilities! 🌎

💬 What’s your favourite STEM or STEAM book for kids or teens?

#womeninstem #womeninscience #accessiblereading #accessiblereadingmaterials
November 5, 2025 at 4:27 PM
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Whether you're a student dreaming of designing new technology, solving global challenges, or simply want to see what’s possible, this is where it begins. ✨

Applications are now open for the Quantum Leaps 2025-2026 program! https://scwist.ca/programs/ms-infinity/quantum-leaps/
November 4, 2025 at 6:13 PM
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✨ IGNITE Yellowknife brought together an incredible community of women and youth in STEM, leaders, and innovators from across Canada’s North!

👉 Read our full event recap: https://scwist.ca/recap-of-ignite-yellowknife/
#STEMcareers #womeninstem #womeninscience #yellowknife
November 3, 2025 at 8:14 PM
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Money matters in STEM 💰

Our free seminar series, Where STEM Meets Cents & Sense, is coming soon!

💌 Sign up for our newsletter to get notified when we launch the program: http://www.scwist.ca/subscribe/?swcfpc=1

#FinancialLiteracyMonth #SCWIST #STEMcareers #womeninstem #womeninscience
November 2, 2025 at 10:26 PM
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Our CEO, Melanie Ratnam, visited Pond Inlet this week to inspire students through hands-on STEM and art activities!

#SCWIST #STEMcareers #womeninstem #womeninscience #canada #scientists #stemeducation #empowerment #inspiration #girlsinscience #womenintech #womentech #girlsinstem
November 1, 2025 at 8:52 PM
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👩‍🔬🍁 This Halloween, skip the “mad scientist” stereotypical costume and celebrate real Canadian women who’ve changed the world through STEM!

💬 Who would you dress up as? Or tag a woman in STEM who inspires you!

#womeninstem #womeninscience #canada #inspiration #representationmatters #halloween
October 31, 2025 at 6:43 PM
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📚 Our new Feature Author Series celebrates writers who bring STEM to life through storytelling, by adapting their books to make them more accessible for K–12 learners.

Apply now: https://scwist.ca/programs/equitable-access-to-reading-project/

#SCWIST #womeninstem #womeninscience #canada #reading
October 30, 2025 at 8:42 PM
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The Quantum Leaps mentorship program connects high school students across Canada with inspiring mentors who will help you explore, create, and grow in STEM or the skilled trades.

👉 Applications are open apply now: https://scwist.ca/programs/ms-infinity/quantum-leaps/
October 29, 2025 at 5:44 PM
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🗣️ “I recently attended a networking event organized by SCWIST, and it was an incredibly valuable experience…”
🔗 Read more: https://scwist.ca/ignite-stem-networking-night-vancouver-2025-event-recap/
October 28, 2025 at 6:28 PM
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We wanted to extend a HUGE thank you to everyone who made IGNITE: STEM Networking Night – Halifax such a success!
August 7, 2025 at 9:28 PM
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Our past IGNITE events have been unforgettable, but don't take our word for it. Check out what past participants have to say. ⬇️

Montreal is the next stop on our IGNITE tour! Grab your ticket now: ignite-montreal.eventbrite.ca
August 6, 2025 at 5:24 PM
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Université Laval is hiring for a Canada Excellence Research Chair in Photonics. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing a major research program aimed at increasing the impact and scope of the Centre for Optics, Photonics and Lasers research. Apply: scwist.ca/posting/cana...
July 17, 2025 at 9:39 PM
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As we wrap up the 2024-2025 school year, we’re proud to celebrate the success of the STEM Explore Program, and extend our heartfelt thanks to the incredible educators, students, volunteers, and partners who made it all possible!
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July 15, 2025 at 4:11 PM
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#Halifax! Ready to ignite your STEM journey? Join us at IGNITE: STEM Networking Night on July 31

What’s in store?
- A panel with seasoned career experts
- Hands-on systems change activities
- Connections with industry leaders
- Networking with STEM professionals
- Discussions on breaking barriers
July 14, 2025 at 6:16 PM
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On Saturday, as part of Vancouver Fleet Week, a group of our active Vancouver-based volunteers were treated to a special tour aboard the HMCS Vancouver frigate.

#FleetWeek2025 #VancouverFleetWeek #SeaForYourself
July 9, 2025 at 4:39 PM
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"The energy in the room was electric; diverse perspectives, meaningful conversations, and a shared passion for innovation and inclusion. Events like these remind me how powerful it is to show up, speak up, and lift others as we grow."

Read more about IGNITE Toronto: scwist.ca/blog/?swcfpc=1
July 8, 2025 at 3:07 PM
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The University of Toronto is calling for applications for the Schmidt AI in Science Postdoctoral Fellowship, for those in the natural sciences or engineering who aim to pursue a research project that includes the application of AI to their domain.

Apply: scwist.ca/posting/post...
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July 7, 2025 at 3:05 PM
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A study of 700,000 initial salary offers has revealed that women are offered 5.5% less than men for the same roles.

A pay gap like this quickly compounds, leading to significant lifetime earnings losses and long-term financial inequity.

See the research here: pubsonline.informs.org/doi/abs/10.1...
Setting Up the Gap? Gender Differences in Initial Salary Offers in Hiring | Organization Science
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July 3, 2025 at 4:06 PM