Programs

Canadian Women in Communications and Technology is committed to advancing women by providing opportunities for members to remain relevant and connected through strong relationships and continuous learning. Join today and meet other women across Canada in the telecommunications, media and technolgy sectors in your area, discover learning and career development programs, scholarships and mentorship programs all designed for you to invest in your professional relevance. 

WCT offers its members numerous tools and resources to help them thrive in today’s challenging industry environment. WCT provides its members with the opportunity to learn how to take charge of their career development, expand their networks and accomplish their career goals.

WCT member benefits include:

Access to year-round programming
WCT members have access to all of our programs, including one-on-one personal mentorship, mentorship circles, the Jeanne Sauvé Career Development, Dr. Roberta Bondar Career Development program, The Protégé Project, Professional Development webinars, and leadership recognition through our Annual Awards Gala.

Networking and professional development events
Our chapters across Canada host events throughout the season that bring together women, and men, from the local community. These events, which vary from professional development to networking, assist WCT members with building a community of support and expertise. 

Discounts on WCT events and industry programs, services and events
Members receive significant discounts on over 45 WCT events presented by our chapters each year. Through the strong alliances we have formed with universities, industry organizations and professional associations, we are able to offer our members discounts on numerous professional development events, services and programs.

Newsletter
We keep our members up to date on the information they need to advance in their careers, such as industry news, key professional development events and WCT initiatives, through our electronic newsletter.

Volunteer opportunities
WCT regional board members plan and organize networking, mentorship and educational events for women in the communications, digital media and technology sectors. WCT regional board members are given the opportunity to build key skills such as collaboration, communications, event and project management. WCT also encourages women and men to get engaged and volunteer with one of WCT's working committees. 

Online career development resources
To support women’s career management in the digital age, WCT offers a library of past webinars available for members to view on demand. 

Access to over 10,000 experts and professionals
Belong to a leading edge national community of like-minded professionals and executive champions dedicated to paying it forward and helping women lead and succeed in today’s digital economy.