Halifax-Atlantic WIN Oceanside Potluck Picnic
Book your spot and join us for a fun, informal gathering as we build our network and connections while enjoying the best of summer!
The Halifax-Atlantic Steering Committee has organized an after work potluck picnic on the Halifax Boardwalk and they invite members and potential new members to share a few bites while they connect!
Date: Thursday, 14th August 2025
(Rain date Thursday, 28th of August)
Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Atlantic Time
Location: Meet at the Wave on the boardwalk
Kindly RSVP and cancel if you can no longer attend the event by August 12th. Space is limited and we would like to offer all members an equal opportunity to attend. Thank you!
Halifax-Atlantic WIN Summer Walk
Come and join us for a nice evening stroll to enjoy the summer weather and build some more connections!
The steering committee has organized an after work social. To make the most of the summer we are taking the networking outdoors with an evening walk at Point Pleasant Park. Kids, partners and pets are welcome to join as well.
Date & Time:
Wednesday, June 18th, 2025
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Atlantic Time
Location:
Point Pleasant Park, meeting point on the upper parking lot on Tower Road
We will meet at 5PM and begin our walk at 5:30PM. Map of meeting place below.
Kindly remember to bring a water bottle, sunscreen, bug spray and anything else to help make this walk in the park a pleasant experience for you!
Rain date will be June 25th.
Please note that photos will be taken at this event and may be used for marketing purposes. By registering and attending this event, you are consenting to the use of your photo.
Halifax-Atlantic WIN Panel Event - Building Equality: The Role of Male Allies
Join us and help spread the word by sharing the invitation link with potential new allies.
Join us for this panel event and help spread the word by sharing the invitation link with potential new allies.
Meet Our Speaker: Patrick Manifold
Motivational Speaker | Author | Entrepreneur | Advocate for Equality
Originally from England, Patrick Manifold is a motivational speaker, author, entrepreneur, and former pro athlete who has lived in seven countries across three continents. Today, he uses those experiences to inspire others to chase their dreams and lead with purpose.
Patrick is the founder of Nova Social Media & Marketing and Maritime Green Energy Solutions, blending innovation, sustainability, and community impact in his work. A passionate advocate for gender equality and proud father of three daughters, Patrick is strongly committed to supporting equality for women in all industries.
At this inspiring event, Patrick Manifold will share his mission to help others “Create A Life You Love” and empower us all to step confidently into our full personal and leadership potential.
He will be joined by special guests — Sam Pickering, Partner at Deloitte, and Gary Porter, Construction Manager at EllisDon Corporation - Atlantic Canada — who will offer valuable insights and real-world experiences on the role of allyship in the infrastructure industry.
Speaker: Patrick Manifold
Special Guests: Sam Pickering and Gary Porter
Topic: Building Equality: The Role of Male Allies
Date & Time:
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
5:30PM to 7:30PM
Location:
Deloitte Office
1741 Lower Water Street
Halifax, NS B3J 0J2
Refreshments provided. Kindly RSVP once and cancel if you can no longer join to allow all members have an opportunity to attend as space is limited.
2025 WIN Award Nominees Announced
Celebrate the 66 incredible women who were nominated this year!
Celebrating Women in Canadian Infrastructure:
The 11th Annual WIN Awards!
We are continually humbled and honoured by the ongoing support of our members, volunteers and sponsors. As we gear up for the 11th Annual Awards Ceremony, stay tuned for exciting updates on our upcoming events.
This year we nominated 35 Outstanding Leaders and 31 Emerging Leaders. With 66 nominees total, this is one of our highest years yet!
Thank you for making 11 years of The WIN Awards possible. We look forward to hosting you at the ceremony and making this our best Awards Season yet!
Celebrate the Emerging Leaders with limitless potential.
Celebrate the Outstanding Leaders who pave the way.
The WIN Awards Ceremony will be held on Thursday, April 24, 2025
Community Sustainability in Infrastructure
Join us for some snacks and sips, some good conversation with fabulous women, and some sustainable insights!
Sheila Paterson, Director of Strategic Priorities with the Nova Scotia Government will provide her insights in sustainability in design & infrastructure. Join us for some snacks and sips, some good conversation with fabulous women, and sharing insights on engaging the public in design & infrastructure!
Speaker: Sheila Paterson, P.Eng
Topic: Sustainability in Infrastructure
Date & Time:
Tuesday, March 25th, 2025
5:30PM to 8:00PM
Location:
Eliot & Vine
2305 Clifton St
Halifax, NS
Kindly RSVP once by March 20th, and cancel if you are no longer able to attend as space is limited and we would like all members to have an equal opportunity to attend. Refreshments will be provided.
2025 WeWIN Mentorship Program Applications Open
We are excited to announce that applications are now open for the 2025 WeWIN mentorship program!
We are excited to announce that applications are now open for the 2025 WeWIN mentorship program!
Program Details 🤩
The program requires a minimum 7-month commitment and will begin April 2025 and conclude in October 2025. Mentors and Mentees will be matched on a 1:1 basis and are encouraged to meet bi-weekly. However, it is at the discretion of the matched Mentor and Mentee to determine the frequency of meetings—all pairs are encouraged to find a rhythm that works for them!
Separate applications are available for interested Mentors and Mentees. You may apply to participate in both roles. Participation in the program is not guaranteed.
Applications Due Date 🗓
Please complete your application(s) by Friday, March 21, 2025.
Reach Out 📧
If you have any questions, please submit the contact form on the WIN website.
Thank you for your support!
Save the Date for our 2025 WIN Awards!
The 11th Annual WIN Awards Ceremony to be held on Thursday, April 24th, 2025. Save the date!
Celebrating Women in Canadian Infrastructure:
The 11th Annual WIN Awards!
The 2025 WIN Awards Ceremony will take place in six cities across Canada on Thursday, April 24th! Registration will be made available in the coming weeks. Make sure you are signed up to our mailing list to be the first to RSVP. Tickets tend to sell out quickly! Join our members list here.
In th mean time, nominate a leading woman in your network today! Nominations will close on February 11th at 12:00AM PST. Details below.
Celebrate the Emerging Leaders with limitless potential.
Celebrate the Outstanding Leaders who pave the way.
Powering Up: Women in Infrastructure 2025 Kickoff
Book your seat at the table and join us for a fun, informal gathering as we build our network and connections.
To kick off the new year, we have organized an after work mixer at Gahan House and invite all members and potential new members to share a few appetizers while we connect!
Date & Time:
Tuesday, January 21st, 2025
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Atlantic Time
Location:
Nova Centre, Gahan House
5239 Sackville Street
Halifax, Nova Scotia
B3J 3P8
Please only register once if you plan on attending and cancel by Tuesday, January 14th if you can no longer attend, as space is limited. Hors d'oeuvres are pre-ordered accordingly and we would like to ensure all members have an equal opportunity to attend. Thank you!
Halifax-Atlantic WIN Sips & Socials Holiday Event
Join us for our final social of the 2024 year as we continue to build our capacity to network and get to know one another!
To kick off the holiday season the Steering Committee has organized an after work social at the Agricola Street Brasserie. Join us for some WIN provided hors d'oeuvre and gift card draws to celebrate the success of our WIN Halifax-Atlantic chapter's second year!
Date & Time:
Wednesday, December 4th, 2024
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Atlantic Time
Location:
Agricola Street Brasserie
2540 Agricola Street
Halifax, Nova Scotia
B3K 4C5
Please only register once if you plan on attending and cancel by Thursday, November 28 if you can no longer attend, as space is limited. Hors d'oeuvres are pre-ordered accordingly and we would like to ensure all members have an equal opportunity to attend.
2025 WIN Award Nominations Open!
The WIN Awards season has officially begun!
Together, let’s nominate even more inspiring women to make the 2025 WIN Awards the most memorable yet!
Celebrating Women in Canadian Infrastructure:
The 11th Annual WIN Awards!
We are continually humbled and honoured by the ongoing support of our members, volunteers and sponsors. As we gear up for the 11th Annual Awards Ceremony, stay tuned for exciting updates on our upcoming events.
Over the past 11 years, we have been honoured to receive over 480 nominations celebrating 14 Emerging Leader winners and 10 Outstanding Leader winners. Together, let’s nominate even more inspiring women to make the 2025 WIN Awards the most memorable yet!
We encourage you to nominate an amazing woman who teaches, leads, and courageously overcomes the challenges that we all face in the infrastructure industry.
Celebrate the Emerging Leaders with limitless potential.
Celebrate the Outstanding Leaders who pave the way.
Closing Date: Tuesday, February 11, 2025
Halifax-Atlantic WIN Networking in Bloom, at The Garden Retreat
Book your seat at the table and join us for a fun, informal gathering as we get to know each other better.
The Steering Committee has organized an after work mixer at The Garden Retreat and we invite members and potential new members to share a few appetizers while we connect!
Date & Time:
Thursday, November 14th, 2024
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Atlantic Time
Location:
The Garden Retreat, Shiraz room
1446 Queen Street
Halifax, NS
B3J 2H7
Kindly only RSVP once by Friday, November 8th and cancel if you can no longer attend, so that all members have equal opportunity to join us as space is limited.
Halifax-Atlantic WIN Margarita Mixer: Stirring Up Connections
Join us for our October social event and enjoy a fun, informal get together as we build our capacity to network and get to know one another!
The steering committee has organized an after work mixer at Bar Sofia on the beautiful Halifax waterfront and they invite members and potential new members to share an after work sip and/or snack!
Date & Time:
Tuesday, October 22nd, 2024
5:00PM to 7:00PM ADT
Location:
Bar Sofia
104-1709 Lower Water Street
Halifax, NS
Kindly RSVP once by October 15th and please cancel if you are no longer able to attend, as space is limited and we would like to give all members an equal opportunity to join us. Thank you!
WIN Halifax-Atlantic Summer Walk
Come and join us for a nice evening stroll to enjoy the summer weather and build some more connections!
The steering committee has organized an after work social. To make the most of the summer we are taking the networking outdoors with an evening walk at Point Pleasant Park. Kids, partners and pets are welcome to join as well.
Date & Time:
Wednesday, August 21st, 2024
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Atlantic Time
Location:
Point Pleasant Park, meeting point on the upper parking lot on Tower Road
We will meet at 5PM and begin our walk at 5:30PM. Map of meeting place below.
Kindly remember to bring a water bottle, sunscreen, bug spray and anything else to help make this walk in the park a pleasant experience for you!
Please only register once, as space is limited and duplicate registrations may prevent other members from attending.
Please note that photos will be taken at this event and may be used for marketing purposes. By registering and attending this event, you are consenting to the use of your photo.
Episode 5 of WIN Canada Podcast now Live!
Episode 5: The Leaky Pipeline featuring trailblazers Kitty Chan, Sherena Hussain and Julia Stefanishin now available everywhere!
Episode 5 of ‘A WINning Perspective’ titled "The Leaky Pipeline" is now availalbe. Featuring guests Sherena Hussain, Kitty Chan and Julia Stefanishin.
Listen to the podcast on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
Episode 3 and 4 of WIN Canada Podcast now live!
Episode 3: Designing a World Not Designed for us & Episode 4: Why Aren’t More Women in Senior Leadership? Both now live!
Episode 3: Designing a World Not Designed for Us featuring Divya Shah, Tamara Vrooman and Kimberly Doran discussing the hesitancy of failing, the importance of taking risks as a woman in megaprojects and pose the question, how do we empower women to get into decision-making roles; rewriting roles designed for men?
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Episode 4: Why Aren’t More Women in Senior Leadership? featuring Vice President of EY in the Infrastructure Advisory Practice, Ottawa - Shormila Chatterjee along with trailblazers Dani Delaloye, Chloe Ho and Joanna Kervin sit down for a chat about the importance of staying curious by continuously asking questions in your career, embracing risks and challenges as a woman in the infrastructure sector. and much more!
Listen to the episode below or on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
Episode 2 of The WIN Canada Podcast
Episode 2: Why Women are Leaving the Infrastructure Industry now live!
Episode 2 of ‘A WINning Perspective’ offers an insightful discussion with panelists Shormila Chatterjee, Dr. Diana Nada and Johanne Mullen regarding why women are leaving the infrastructure industry.
Listen to the podcast on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
Click the button below listen on the website or on either image below for your preferred platform.
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Women's Infrastructure Network Podcast now Live!
A WINning Perspective: The WIN Canada Podcast now live everywhere.
Episode 1 of ‘A WINning Perspective’ is here. I feel so privileged to be able to have great conversation with amazing infrastructure leaders!
Listen to the podcast on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
Meet the Nominees Virtual Event
The WIN Awards Central Planning Committee and the WIN Chapters invite you to meet and network with the 2024 WIN Awards Nominees.
The WIN Awards Central Planning Committee and the WIN Chapters invite you to meet and network with the 2024 WIN Awards Nominees.
Join us for some lively break out discussions covering topics like career management and progression, boundaries and work-life balance to networking and self-promotion in the infrastructure industry.
We hope you can join us as we countdown to the big awards day!
WeWIN Mentorship Virtual Panel Event
We are pleased to invite you to our virtual WeWIN mentoring event - “Mentoring – Learning from our Experiences to Do it Even Better”.
We are pleased to invite you to our virtual WeWIN mentoring event - “Mentoring – Learning from our Experiences to Do it Even Better”.
The event will feature a panel of two mentor/mentee pairs from past WeWIN matchings and a pre-eminent coach on mentoring. This panel will discuss tackling the challenges and opportunities of mentoring and inspire the next WeWIN pairs.
Panelists:
Mentor: Andrea McLean, Senior Vice President, Asset Management – Infrastructure, Fengate
Mentee: Allison Burton, Program Manager, O&M Business Strategies & Improvement, Metro Vancouver
Mentor: Alexandra Oldford, Lead Consultant – Advisory Services, WSP
Mentee: Aabha Anjikar, Project Controls Specialist, BTY
Coach: Jan Carley, BA, CEC, MCC (Master Certified Coach), Creative Coaching Group
Moderator: Tricia Curmi, Chair of the WeWIN Committee
Countdown to the 10th Anniversary of the National WIN Awards Program:
This event will also be featured as part of the count down to the 10th anniversary of the National WIN Awards Program A Decade of Winning — Women's Infrastructure Network (womensinfrastructure.ca)
Photos/screen shots may be taken at this event and may be used for WIN marketing purposes. By registering and attending this event, you are consenting to the use of your photo.
Halifax-Atlantic WIN 2024 International Women's Day Social
Join us for our first 2024 Social of the year as we prepare to celebrate International Women’s Day!
The Steering Committee has organized an exciting after work social in the lounge area of the Agricola Street Brasserie. Join us for WIN provided hors d’oeuvres and gift card draws to celebrate the lead-up to International Women’s Day!
Location:
The Agricola Street Brasserie
2540 Agricola Street
Halifax, Nova Scotia
B3K 4C5
Date & Time:
Wednesday, March 6th, 2024
5:30 PM to 7:30 PM Atlantic Time
Kindly RSVP by Monday, March 4th, 2024.
Please only register once if you plan on attending and cancel if you can no longer attend, as space is limited and we would like to ensure all members have an equal opportunity to attend. Thank you!
