OTTAWA – Women in Communications and Technology (WCT) is teaming up with Microsoft Canada in an effort to raise the profile of women, their roles, and their contributions to Canada’s technology sector.
Already a strong promoter of diversity in the ICT sector, Microsoft Canada said that it is committed to building a diverse workforce of future leaders, collaborating with academic institutions, professional organizations and national advocacy partners like WCT. In addition, Microsoft Canada president Janet Kennedy is an executive sponsor with WCT’s Protégé Project and vice-president Staci Trackey Meagher sits on WCT’s national board of directors.
“We’re delighted to welcome Microsoft Canada as a national sponsor,” said WCT executive director Joanne Stanley, in the news release. “At WCT, we push the boundaries of diversity in leadership excellence with our Protégé Project and annual Leadership Excellence Awards. Microsoft Canada is already an active partner in these programs. It supports and shares WCT’s values, demonstrating innovation and diversity in leadership.”
“I am tremendously proud of our support for Women in Communications and Technology,” added Microsoft Canada’s Kennedy. “Fostering greater levels of diversity in the senior levels of our sector is an objective that will boost Canada’s strength and prowess in business and technology on a global level. This partnership reflects Microsoft Canada’s long-standing commitment to promoting innovation and excellence in ICT, and developing rising-star women who will lead our industry on into the future.”
WCT is a national association committed to helping women in Canada learn, build strong relationships and advance in telecommunications, media and technology.
