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WIL DAY
Awards Gala
25 Years of Impact. Your Partnership. Your Choice.
Join us for an unforgettable day celebrating the leaders, changemakers and partners who have shaped WIL's journey - and the next generation of women leaders across Canada.
May 26, 2027
Locations to be announced
25
Years of impact
200K+
Community reach
National
Multi-city celebration
ABOUT WIL DAY
A legacy Worth Celebrating
WIL Day is our annual opportunity to bring together the WIL community to celebrate leadership, recognize meaningful contributions and look ahead to the future of women's leadership.
This year, we mark our 25th anniversary. The Awards Gala will honour the people, partnerships and chapters that have helped shaped WIL's journey while celebrating what's next.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Partner with purpose. Make an impact. Create Opportunity.
Your partnership helps us celebrate 25 years of leadership and supports programs that build stonger, more inclusive communities. Together we can create more opportunities across Canada.
WIL Wellness Sessions
Practical, 45-minute conversations inspired by each month's wellness theme.
WIL Wellness Sessions
Practical, 45-minute conversations inspired by each month's wellness theme.
WIL Wellness Sessions
Practical, 45-minute conversations inspired by each month's wellness theme.
WIL Wellness Sessions
Practical, 45-minute conversations inspired by each month's wellness theme.
WIL Wellness Sessions
Practical, 45-minute conversations inspired by each month's wellness theme.
WIL Wellness Sessions
Practical, 45-minute conversations inspired by each month's wellness theme.
*Choose a traditional sponsorship level or build your own partnership. You can support national initiatives or select the communities and areas of impact that matter the most to your organization.
AREA OF IMPACT
Event Venues & Hosting
GALA AWARDS
Honouring Leadership & Impact
The Gala Awards will recognize the outstanding individuals, organizations and chapters making a meaningful difference in leadership, community development and workplace inclusion.
Through a selection of awards and special recognitions, WIL will celebrate those whose contributions reflect our commitment to advancing women in leadership and creating opportunities for future generations.
AWARD CATEGORIES
1
Emerging Leadership Award
Featured award
2
Indigenous Leader Award
Featured award
3
Leadership in Action
Special recognition
4
Mentor of the Year
Special recognition
5
National President's Award
WIL & national recognition
6
National Impact Awards:
WIL Best Employer
Special recognition for employers & non-profits
PARTICIPATING CHAPTERS
One Community. Many Chapters.
Chapters from coast to coast are coming together for this special celebration.
WIL's Chapters bring leadership, learning and connection to communities across Canada. The Gala Awards is an opportunity to recognize the people and local initiatives making an impact in their regions.