Westcoast Women in Engineering, Science and Technology

Associate Chairs Program

Applications are open for the Associate Chairs Program! This will establish up to three satellite WWEST programs across the BC/Yukon region at NSERC-eligible institutions to increase impact in communities outside the lower mainland of BC. learn more →
Resources

Read the wrap report for the Creating Connections 6.0 conference. learn more →
Media Depictions of Women: An Update

How is the media doing 2 years after we first wrote about the representation of women? Spoiler alert: Not a lot better. learn more →
Episode 57: Creating Connections 6.0

In this special episode, podcast producer Vanessa will walk you through the Creating Connections 6.0 conference which took place on May 3-4, 2019 in Vancouver, BC. Creating Connections is a diversity conference focused on attracting, engaging, and retaining women and underrepresented groups in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM). learn more →

WWEST BLOG

Media Depictions of Women: An Update
June 06, 2019
How is the media doing 2 years after we first wrote about the representation of women? Spoiler... read more
Women Deliver Conference 2019
May 23, 2019
At the Women Deliver 2019 Conference, more than 6,000 leaders, influencers, advocates, academics,... read more
Science Odyssey 2019
April 29, 2019
Science Odyssey is a two week-long celebration of science, technology, engineering, arts, and... read more
4 Ways to Create Equality in the Workplace for Women
April 29, 2019
Did you know that there are more CEOs named John than there are CEOs that are women? It is 2017 and... read more

June 17, 2019
Webinar: Path to Professional Licensure
This webinar is intended for individuals who are planning to apply for their professional engineer (P.Eng.) or professional geoscientist (P.Geo.) designation.
June 19, 2019
SCWIST 2019 Annual General Meeting
The Society for Canadian Women in Science and Technology (SCWIST) invites you to its 2018 Annual General Meeting on June 19, 2019.
June 19, 2019
Own Your Career
Lead with conviction and negotiate with intent. Join Engineers and Geoscientists BC for a day of knowledge and action so you can own your career.
June 19, 2019
Let's Expand Our Professional Network
Let's celebrate International Women in Engineering Day! Join the Women in Engineering and Geoscience Division and connect over light refreshments and snacks.
July 05, 2019
Science World's LGBT STEM Day Career Networking
Network and connect with STEAM professionals who identify as LGBTQ2S+ and explore career options.