Canada day in 2014 is on a Tuesday - will you take Monday off? Many people have asked if they can simply "swap" Canada Day this year so it's on Monday instead: no you cannot. If you work for a small business then you may be able to negotiate a special agreement with your boss but legally Canada Day is on Tuesday in 2014. Canada Day celebrates the birthday of Canada. On July 1, 1867 Canada became a new federation with its own constitution by signing the Constitution Act - formerly known as the … [Read more...]
HIGH Potential for Women Entrepreneurship
June 12, 2014 by
Governments across the world are vying to create the their own versions of Silicon Valley--super-hot regions that will spur startup growth and economic activity. But when it comes to harnessing the entrepreneurial ambitions of half the population--women--a new report shows that in many countries, even the most basic preconditions for significant entrepreneurial activity are lacking. The Gender-Global Entrepreneurial Development Index examines legal, economic, and cultural factors that affect … [Read more...]
Personal Brand Workshop for WOMEN, (Feb 17 & Mar 1)
January 30, 2014 by
THE “PERSONAL BRAND” WORKSHOP Power Skills for Business and Social Success! ( Three Hour Interactive Workshop for Women) Presented by Shannon Smith, Personal Brand Expert, President of Premiere Image & Author of Power Manners “A distinct personal brand and manner enables others to single you out, remember you and recognize you as a credible, reliable leader.” The hallmarks of successful individuals depend on their presence, confidence and manner. It takes less than … [Read more...]
CWF: Beverley Wybrow retiring after 22 years!
November 28, 2013 by
Beverley Wybrow is retiring after 22 years as President and CEO of the Canadian Women's Foundation. Thanks to Bev's extraordinary leadership, the Foundation has gone from granting $40,000 in 1991 to investing more than $7.5 million last year to help move women and girls out of violence, out of poverty and into confidence. As CEO, Bev has grown the Foundation from a handful of bold donors to over 9,000 individual and corporate supporters. She has pioneered initiatives that have built the … [Read more...]
Odette Laurie celebrates her Mastermind Success!
October 31, 2013 by
Happy Halloween everyone! I am deeply humbled and in awe of the experience I was allowed to share with my high level Mastermind clients last week for two full and amazing days. These guys are so committed and so motivated to building their businesses beyond their wildest dreams that they were willing to step outside of what's comfortable and what's easy so that they can be the best at what they do. It takes tremendous courage to face your fears, share your back-end story and get raw and … [Read more...]
Women’s History Month – October 2013
October 8, 2013 by
Women's History Month – October 2013 In 1992, October was proclaimed Women's History Month to acknowledge and celebrate the achievements of women throughout Canadian history. October was chosen to coincide with anniversary of the Persons Case, which On October 18, 1929 – through the courage and determination of theFamous Five, the five Canadian women who launched the case – established once and for all that women were "persons" when the Privy Council overturned … [Read more...]
Rona Ambrose – WOMAN of ACTION™
October 2, 2013 by
A Celebration of Women™ is elated to Celebrate the Life the youngest Canadian ever to sit in the Cabinet, one that has reached above most in the corporate world among women and has thrived, leading in a world traditionally worked by men. As a leader among women, one of her passions dictates that improving the prospects of young women in Canada, namely 'education, financial literacy, internships, safety and business leadership with a special focus on honour killings, Aboriginal women … [Read more...]
Tracy Redies – WOMAN of ACTION™
September 21, 2013 by
A Celebration of Women™ is elated to Celebrate the Life of this award winning Canadian that has reached above most in the corporate world among women and has thrived, leading in a world traditionally worked by men. As a leader among women, one of her passions dictates that improving the prospects of young women in Canada, namely 'education, financial literacy, internships, and business leadership.' This four time recipient of WXN's Canada's Most Powerful Women: Top 100™ Award is … [Read more...]
Beverley D. Burdeyney – WOMAN of ACTION™
August 24, 2013 by
A Celebration of Women™ is elated to Celebrate the Life of one of Toronto's powerhouse women, one that has risen above extraordinary circumstance to such extreme that she has become a leading voice in the health and wellness of all women. WOMAN of ACTION™ Beverley D. Burdeyney "Do Your Personal Best, and the Rewards will Come!" Beverley D. Burdeyney is living proof that being fit can lead to a healthier life. … [Read more...]
