Katherine Faichnie, Director & HR Leader, IBM Canada 

 

“At IBM, the diversity of cultures, people, thoughts and ideas are critical in driving innovation and providing advanced technologies and services to business. It’s more than a set of policies and programs. Diversity — including diversity of thought — opens the door to different perspectives, identities and experiences that are not only reflective of the Canadian marketplace, but also improves our company’s agility, performance and engagement as employees feel safe and confident being their full selves at work.” 

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Alana Riley, Senior Vice President, Financial Services Distribution,

IG Wealth Management

 

“We need to continue to press for progress. With women soon controlling 50% of the wealth in Canada and representing 52% of the population, our corporate environments need to reflect the rich diversity of our culture.”

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Michele Baptiste, Former National Manager, Aboriginal Relations, Scotiabank

 

“I have had the honour of speaking to Indigenous women across the country through this initiative and can attest to the wonderful work the Foundation is doing. With so many negative messages sent to mainstream Canada regarding Indigenous people and politics, WIL gives women the opportunity to hear a very different, positive message - a message of empowerment and strength - without losing our identity as women in our communities. The feedback is overwhelmingly positive.”