To celebrate and inspire women in Canada, the BCCTC launched the ‘Woman of the Day’ Campaign (WoD) on February 25th, 2017, as part of BCCTC’s Women in Business event.
The campaign profiles a variety of women, from entrepreneurs to those established on the corporate ladder. The aim is to demonstrate the huge amount that women have achieved in Canada so far, to feel proud and to encourage women to be unstoppable.
Their interviews also provide an insight into the issues they have faced and their opinions on issues that women still face in business in 21st Century Canada.
Jayrani Bungsy
What advice do you have for others in business, particularly women?
Get ahead of the competition with support from women’s business organizations across Canada and the world.
· Believe in yourself
· Build on your capabilities
· Keys to running a successful business: Accelerate your Skills, knowledge, experience and networking
· Be risk-takers – Navigate through the challenges
· Be a leader - Stand out and persevere
What do you think the #MeToo movement needs to do in order to make a huge impact in women’s professional lives?
Lots of support is available for government certifications and schemes for women in business
The Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) helps open doors and create opportunities for Canadian women-owned and women-led businesses to successfully expand into global market.
Many groups offer exceptional networking opportunities, mentorship, training and resources exclusively for Canadian businesswomen. (Organizations for business women)
Imagine a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes and discrimination. A world that's diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated. Together we can forge women's equality. Collectively we can all #BreakTheBias.