Join us on December 8 to recognize and celebrate the exemplary leadership and contributions of our 2021 WCM Award Recipients. WCM’s Award Recipients have demonstrated a commitment to accelerating the progress of gender diversity in the Canadian capital markets and to creating a culture of diversity and inclusion in which everyone can thrive. Our Award Recipients have dedicated their work towards an inspiring future – a future of equality, stronger teams, improved businesses and new levels of prosperity for everyone.

2021 AWARD CATEGORIES

WCM RISING STAR AWARD
WCM will be recognizing up to five female professionals who have demonstrated professional excellence and who are on the path to becoming future leaders. These women are strong advocates for gender diversity and inclusion and have undertaken efforts to improve their corporate culture by leading through example, engaging men as allies, and actively supporting the advancement of fellow female colleagues and peers.  

WCM OUTSTANDING VOLUNTEER AWARD
This award recognizes up to two WCM volunteers who have gone above and beyond the typical expectations. These two individuals have set exceptional examples for their fellow volunteers, and have demonstrated strong leadership skills, initiative, and an impressive work ethic.

WCM AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN INNOVATION
Awarded to up to two people, groups, departments or firms that have taken bold steps to improve diversity and inclusion through a new and innovative approach. Regardless of whether the initiative yielded the desired results, these recipients have attempted to approach diversity and inclusion innovatively, with a comprehensive and thoughtful strategy that is results-driven, with measurability and accountability as key components.

WCM TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP AWARD
Recognizes up to two notable senior leaders who have made significant, impactful, and measurable contributions to improving gender and racial equity and inclusion at their firm. Candidates demonstrate equity literacy, have contributed to the amplification or advancement of diverse talent internally, and/or are working toward building more equitable and inclusive practices, policies and culture. Candidates have cultivated equity awareness amongst their peers, and/or influenced their workplaces by inspiring their team members and management to actively contribute toward building a more equitable workplace. 

Learn more about WCM's Awards here.

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