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International Women’s Day – Accelerating Action to accelerate progress

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Overview

In celebration of International Women’s Day on March 8, we are excited to invite you to a dynamic virtual panel discussion on Monday, March 31, from 1:00 – 2:00 pm ET. This year’s theme, “Accelerate Action,” underscores our commitment to advancing gender equality.

Our esteemed panel, moderated by Fasken’s Chief People Officer, Eowynne Noble, will feature a diverse group of Fasken women leaders and distinguished clients. They will share their personal experiences and discuss impactful strategies, resources, and activities that are essential for accelerating progress towards gender equality, both within the legal sector and beyond.

This session promises to provide actionable insights on fostering an inclusive mindset across organizations, enhancing workplace environments, and maximizing the potential of all team members.

The event will be held in English and French with subtitles provided for each language.

Speakers

  • Marie-Josée Neveu, Partner and Chair of the Partnership Board, Fasken
  • Karen Sargeant, Partner and Managing Partner, Ontario, Fasken 
  • Kristen Winter, Executive Vice President, Programs, People & Leadership, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
  • Michèle Lefaivre, Managing Director, Legal Affairs, Investment, Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (CDPQ)
  • Eowynne Noble, Chief People Officer, Fasken (moderator) 

Agenda

  • 12:50 pm ET  Webinar registration opens
    • 9:50 am PT
    • 10:50 am MT
  • 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET Seminar and Q&A
    • 10:00 am - 11:00 am PT 
    • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm MT

Type

This event will be held virtually

LSO Accredited EDI

1Hours Available Via Webinar
This program contains 1 hour of EDI Professionalism content. Fasken has been approved as an Accredited Provider of Professionalism Content by the Law Society of Ontario.

This program contains 1 hour of accredited professional responsibility and ethics content for the purposes of the Law Society of British Columbia’s annual Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements. The session has been loaded with the LSBC and is titled “International Women’s Day – Accelerating Action to accelerate progress – March 31, 2025”. It is available for claiming through your LSBC Member Portal.

A confirmation of participation will be sent to you for your continuing education hours with the Barreau du Québec.

For CPD/CLE in other jurisdictions, please contact your local Law Society.

Event contacts

Andrea Tulloch Marketing Events Manager +1 416 868 3329
Jennifer Pitt Marketing Events Manager +1 416 868 7527

Guest Speakers

  • Kristen Winter
  • Michèle Lefaivre
Kristen Winter Kristen Winter Executive Vice President, Programs, People & Leadership
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre Speaker bio
Michèle Lefaivre Michèle Lefaivre Managing Director, Legal Affairs, Investment
Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (CDPQ) Speaker bio

Speakers

  • Marie-Josée Neveu, Partner | Chair of the Partnership Board, Montréal, QC, +1 514 397 4304, mneveu@fasken.com
  • Karen M. Sargeant, Partner | Managing Partner, Ontario, Toronto, ON, +1 416 868 3475, ksargeant@fasken.com
  • Eowynne Noble, Chief People Officer, Toronto, ON, +1 416 943 8898, enoble@fasken.com
Marie-Josée Neveu, Partner | Chair of the Partnership Board Marie-Josée Neveu Partner | Chair of the Partnership Board Montréal, QC +1 514 397 4304
Karen Sargeant Toronto Regional Managing Partner Karen M. Sargeant Partner | Managing Partner, Ontario Toronto, ON +1 416 868 3475
Eowynne Noble, Chief People Officer Eowynne Noble Chief People Officer Toronto, ON +1 416 943 8898

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