Day 2

Mental Health and Wellness Session

Join us each morning for an invigorating walk designed to boost your mental health and set a positive tone for the day. These activities are the perfect way to clear your mind, increase your energy levels, and connect with fellow attendees. Please meet at 7:15 a.m. sharp in the Skylight Foyer.

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7:30 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.

Skylight Foyer

Registration and Breakfast

Be sure to stop by the registration desk to pick up your delegate package and name tag. Join us for a delicious breakfast to fuel up for the day’s sessions and activities. It’s the perfect opportunity to network with fellow attendees and start your day off right.

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8:00 A.M. - 8:50 A.M.

Opening Remarks

Join us as we set the stage for an empowering and transformative event. Our speakers will share their insights, outline the conference goals, and energize us for the exciting days ahead. 

9:00 A.M.

Conference Opening Keynote: Preparing for a New Fight

Be inspired by the journey and story of Mandy Bujold as she transitions from her career in boxing to a new career in construction. Hear directly from Mandy on why she’s excited to use her voice to expand the reach and recognition of women in a male dominated industry.

9:30 A.M.

Mandy Bujold
Manager of Industry and Community Partnerships, Grand Valley Construction Association (GVCA)
11 Time National Boxing Champion and Rio 2016 & Tokyo 2020 Olympian

Break, Network and Visit the Exhibitor Centre

Enjoy a coffee and explore our Exhibitor Centre!

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10:35 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Fireside Chat: Breaking Ground: Trailblazing Perspectives

This fireside chat showcases women who have been breaking down the barriers and redefining what it means to build and transform the construction industry. By utilizing their voices and their platforms, these women are challenging norms and forging new paths to reshape the landscape of construction for the better. 

11:00 a.m.

Lisa Laronde, RSG International and President, CAWIC
Jamie McMillan, Made in the Trades,
Cherie Willis, E.S. Fox Limited
Moderator: Jamie West, Peninsula Construction

Lunch, Network, and Visit the Exhibitor Centre

Enjoy a delicious lunch and explore our Exhibitor Centre!

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12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.

Track 1: Leadership

Technology: Challenges, Trends, and the New Realities Discussion

 

 

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1:15 p.m.

Rakhi Voria, Procore 
Agnes Watkinson, AMC Services

Track 2: Skills Enhancement

Constructing Leadership – Insights from Construction Lawyers

 

Thank you to our SKILLS ENHANCEMENT Breakout Session Sponsor: 

1:15 p.m.

Sandra Astolfo, WeirFoulds LLP
Kathleen Gregus, WeirFoulds, LLP
Fabiola Bassong, WeirFoulds, LLP
Moderator: Christina Kontogeorgopoulos, CAWIC Director

Track 3: DEI

Diversity in Leadership Elevating Women in Construction through Mentorship and Sponsorship

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1:15 p.m.

Cheyanne Hammell, PCL
Casey Corriveau, PCL
Melaney Stanberry, PCL
Moderator: Lisa Kurina, PCL

Track 1: Leadership

Nolite te bastardes carborundorum – Don’t let the bastards grind you down 

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2:15 p.m.

Tanya LaBuick, CW2 Construction and Design Ltd

Track 2: Skills Enhancement

TBA

Thank you to our SKILLS ENHANCEMENT track session sponsor:

2:15 p.m.

TBA

Track 3: DEI

Beyond the Hard Hat: Advancing Women in Construction

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2:15 p.m.

Julie Rezvani, The Orion Group

Break, Network and Visit the Exhibitor Centre

Enjoy a coffee and explore our Exhibitor Centre!

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3:15 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Closing Keynote

Join us for our closing keynote featuring Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe, an expert on Resiliency and Workplace Wellness.

Described as one of the most sought-after, engaging, thought-provoking, and truly transformative speakers and scholars in her field, Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe is a multi-award-winning education and psychology instructor. She specializes in resiliency, navigating stress and change, wellness in the workplace, and optimal performance both at home and work. Her keynotes, grounding in global research, share accessible and practical strategies that help foster resiliency and wellness within ourselves and others.

3:30 p.m.

Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe
Expert on Resiliency and
Workplace Wellness

Closing Remarks

Wrap up the day with closing remarks from our Conference Chairs.

4:30 p.m.

Gala and Awards Dinner

Celebrate excellence and network in style at our Conference Awards and Gala Dinner! Join us for an evening of recognition, amazing food and networking as we honor outstanding achievements and enjoy a memorable night together. Gala is included in all full conference registrations.  If you are attending Wednesday or Thursday only, please be sure to purchase your ticket separately.

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6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. - The after party starts after the gala