Westcoast Women in Engineering, Science and Technology

Episode 61: Lianna Mah, VP Business Development, Associated Engineering

Lianna Mah has seen big change at Associated Engineering in her 29 years of being part of the organization and in this episode, she tells us all about it. learn more →
Depictions of Women in STEM: Nomi Marks

It’s that time of year again where we do our special pride edition of our Depictions of Women in STEM in the Media series. When Netflix premiered the show Sense8 no one really knew what to expect. What we got was weird and wonderful and gave us a representation of a trans character in STEM, in Nomi Marks, portrayed by a trans actress, Jamie Clayton. learn more →
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 →

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Depictions of Women in STEM: Nomi Marks
July 25, 2019
It’s that time of year again where we do our special pride edition of our Depictions of Women... read more
Supporting Women in Trades
July 03, 2019
When it comes to advancing women, the trades are 20 years behind other Science, Technology,... read more
Depictions of Women in STEM: Honey Lemon and Go Go Tomago
June 21, 2019
This month for our Depictions of Women in STEM blog post we’re doing something a little... read more
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

August 22, 2019
STEM Career Discovery
Help your students recognize the importance and relationship that science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) have on their future career options.
August 22, 2019
The Women in Tech End of Summer Networking Party
Come on out for a fun night of networking, drinks, and snacks where you can meet other women in similar fields, make professional connections, and find some new friends who get where you're coming from.
August 23, 2019
Science AL!VE Summer Camps
SFU Science AL!VE offers a variety of camps, all of which strive to bring university level science to students in grades K-9.
August 27, 2019
Tech Talent Day
If you are a tech professional in one of these roles who is looking for your next dream job or looking to connect with awesome local tech employers, join the next Talent Day!
September 23, 2019
Engaging Men as Change Agents
Join the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade on Monday, September 23 as they kickstart National Gender Equality Week with a panel discussion.