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SUMMARY:2026 Women’s Symposium
DESCRIPTION:\nCTF/FCE Women’s SymposiumApril 30 – May 2, 2026 | Toronto, OntarioTheme: Our Roots, Our Strength, Our Rise\n\n\n\nHistory documents the challenges, lessons, and triumphs of every season, providing a lens through which society and individuals can examine their roots and evolve with greater wisdom and resilience.\n\n\n\nThe CTF/FCE’s 2026 Women’s Symposium embraces this vision with the theme, “Our Roots, Our Strength, Our Rise.” Taking place April 30 – May 2 in downtown Toronto, this year’s Symposium is co-hosted by the Ontario affiliates: the Association des enseignantes et des enseignants franco-ontariens (AEFO), the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO), the Ontario English Catholic Teachers’ Association (OECTA), the Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation (OSSTF/FEESO), and the Ontario Teachers’ Federation (OTF).\n\n\n\nThe Symposium brings together members, staff, and leaders from our Member and Associate Organizations who identify as women to reflect on, and intentionally build upon, the foundations laid by generations of women in public education and society at large. Together, we will celebrate the progress we have made while addressing the obstacles that remain.\n\n\n\nThrough dynamic discussions, interactive workshops, and meaningful networking, participants will explore how collective action and collaboration can amplify their impact across diverse areas of work. You will leave this event inspired, confident and equipped with strategic tools to continue your personal and professional growth – and to help others rise alongside you.\n\n\n\nWith space for just over 200 participants, this is an event you won’t want to miss. Share the information with your colleagues, mark your calendars, and register early to secure your spot.\n\n\n\nThe Women’s Symposium is open to all who identify as women.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFeatured Speakers\n\n\n\nView the schedule to find out when each takes the stage.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJessica Holmes\n\n\n\nRead more\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAnabelle Picker\n\n\n\nRead more\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLisa Boate\n\n\n\nRead more\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRobin Lacambra\n\n\n\nRead more\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBee Quammie\n\n\n\nRead more\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJulie Savard-Shaw\n\n\n\nRead more\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoni Turville\n\n\n\nRead more\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLinda Silas\n\n\n\nRead more\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSusan Hopgood\n\n\n\nRead more\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNatasha Abraham\n\n\n\nRead more\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMoira Mackenzie\n\n\n\nRead more\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMartha Hradowy\n\n\n\nRead more\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCarla Pereira\n\n\n\nRead more\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHeather Aggus\n\n\n\nRead more\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMargaret Currie\n\n\n\nRead more\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGasline Deslouches\n\n\n\nRead more\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nImportant Information\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nRegistration will open from January 19 to April 9, 2026. The Women’s Symposium registration includes access to all plenary, carousel sessions as well as all meals hosted during the event. View CTF/FCE’s Cancellation Policy.\n\n\n\n\nEarly-bird (deadline February 23, 2026): $600 (plus taxes)\n\n\n\nRegular (deadline April 9, 2026): $650 (plus taxes)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBook Your Hotel Accommodations\n\n\n\nThe Courtyard by Marriott Toronto Downtown is holding a block of rooms at a group rate of $246 per night. Please book your hotel room by Monday, March 30, 2026, to benefit from the group rate. Book your stay through the direct booking link or call 1-800-847-5075. When booking, please reference: CTF/FCE Women’s Symposium.\n\n\n\nPlease email Obianuju Harbor, CTF/FCE Meeting and Event Planner, if you have any questions about the hotel.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKnow Before You Go\n\n\n\nThe CTF/FCE values creating a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment for all event participants.\n\n\n\nAccessibility and Inquiries\n\n\n\nIf you need accommodations to participate fully, please indicate this during registration. For follow-up on your requests or other inquiries, contact the CTF/FCE Meeting and Event Planner, Obianuju Harbor.\n\n\n\nScent-Free Policy\n\n\n\nThe CTF/FCE adheres to a scent-free policy in our building and at all our meetings and events because of sensitivities and allergies among staff and attendees.\n\n\n\nDiscover Toronto\n\n\n\nWe look forward to welcoming participants to Toronto’s vibrant downtown core. Make your stay memorable in the heart of the city.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions\n\n\n\nFor any questions about the organization of this symposium, please contact CTF/FCE Meeting and Event Planner Obianuju Harbor at Obianuju Harbor.\n
URL:https://www.ctf-fce.ca/events/2026-womens-symposium/
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LOCATION:475 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON M4Y 1X7, Canada
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