Women General Counsel Canada upcoming events

4th Annual Vancouver WGCC Patio Party Hosted by Blakes (22 Jul 2026)

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 23:30:00 GMT

4th Annual Vancouver WGCC Patio Party Hosted by Blakes

As always, this event will be a time to enjoy the company of fellow women legal leaders on a sunny patio with cocktails and canapes. It will be a wonderful opportunity to share insights, compare perspectives, and strengthen the community of support that so many of us rely on, yet too rarely have time to nurture.

Event Details

Date: Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Time: 4:30 pm – 7:30 p.m. (PDT)
Location: TBC - this will be shared via email at a later date

RSVP Details

If you wish to attend, kindly email Tracy Mitchell at tracy.mitchell@blakes.com by Friday June 26 to confirm your interest.

For any questions or in the event you need to cancel your registration, kindly contact us via email at: info@womengc.ca.

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July 23 | Exclusive WGCC Masterclass Series | Elevating from the Legal Seat to the Board Table (23 Jul 2026)

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT

We are delighted to offer you an exceptional, members-only opportunity - a four-part virtual WGCC Masterclass series, “Elevating from the Legal Seat to the Board Table,” delivered by Watson Board Advisors, one of Canada’s most respected and experienced board advisory firms.

Available exclusively to WGCC members, this complimentary, curated series reflects our commitment to providing unparalleled access to top-tier expertise, insight, and practical tools that support your journey to the boardroom.

Why this series is truly unique

Watson brings over 20 years of experience advising more than 600 boards across Canada. Their sessions are grounded not in theory, but in real-world boardroom experience—offering candid insight into how boards truly operate, how directors are selected, and what distinguishes those who succeed.

This is a rare opportunity to learn directly from seasoned advisors who work inside boardrooms every day - insight that is typically difficult to access and even harder to replicate.

Session details | July 23, 2026 | Fully virtual | 12:00 - 1:30 PM (ET):

Session 2 (July 23) | Positioning Yourself for Board Opportunities
Move beyond the “legal seat.” Learn how to define and articulate your value proposition, position yourself strategically, and understand how boards and advisors identify top candidates.

*Please note: This registration is for the July 23 session only. Each session in the series requires separate registration.

Series Dates:

Thursday, June 11, 2026
Thursday, July 23, 2026
Thursday, September 17, 2026
Thursday, October 29, 2026

Designed as a cohesive journey (while allowing flexibility to attend individual sessions), this series equips you with practical, actionable strategies to position yourself for, secure, and excel in board roles.

What You Will Gain

Session 1 (June 11) Governance Fundamentals and Purpose
Demystify the boardroom. Gain a clear understanding of governance, fiduciary duties, and board dynamics—and how your GC experience translates (and where it doesn’t).

Session 3 (September 17) | Entering the Boardroom: Resumes, Interviews, and Onboarding
Acquire the tools to secure your first board role—including crafting a compelling board resume, navigating interviews, and building credibility from day one.

Session 4 (October 29) | Contributing Effectively as a Director
Learn what sets high-impact directors apart—from influencing boardroom discussions to sustaining meaningful contribution while navigating the GC/director distinction.

*We encourage you to secure your place early and commit to the full series to maximize the value of this unique offering.

For any inquiries, feel free to contact us via email at: info@womengc.ca.

Sept 17 | Exclusive WGCC Masterclass Series | Elevating from the Legal Seat to the Board Table (17 Sep 2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Why this series is truly unique

This is a rare opportunity to learn directly from seasoned advisors who work inside boardrooms every day - insight that is typically difficult to access and even harder to replicate.

Session details | September 17, 2026 | Fully virtual | 12:00 - 1:30 PM (ET):

*Please note: This registration is for the September 17 session only. Each session in the series requires separate registration.

Series Dates:

Thursday, June 11, 2026
Thursday, July 23, 2026
Thursday, September 17, 2026
Thursday, October 29, 2026

What You Will Gain

*We encourage you to secure your place early and commit to the full series to maximize the value of this unique offering.

For any inquiries, feel free to contact us via email at: info@womengc.ca.

Oct 29 | Exclusive WGCC Masterclass Series | Elevating from the Legal Seat to the Board Table (29 Oct 2026)

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Why this series is truly unique

This is a rare opportunity to learn directly from seasoned advisors who work inside boardrooms every day - insight that is typically difficult to access and even harder to replicate.

Session details | October 29, 2026 | Fully virtual | 12:00 - 1:30 PM (ET):

*Please note: This registration is for the October 29 session only. Each session in the series requires separate registration.

Series Dates:

Thursday, June 11, 2026
Thursday, July 23, 2026
Thursday, September 17, 2026
Thursday, October 29, 2026

What You Will Gain

*We encourage you to secure your place early and commit to the full series to maximize the value of this unique offering.

For any inquiries, feel free to contact us via email at: info@womengc.ca.