For International Day of Women and Girls in Science on February 11th, CAGIS (Canadian Association of Girls in Science) is celebrating the amazing women, nonbinary, and gender nonconforming trailblazers who are #BreakingBarriersInSTEM.

In Canada, women make up only 23% of science and technology workers and 7% of trades workers. Yet science, technology, trades, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) occupations are among the highest-paid and fastest-growing occupations in the country. Research has shown that breaking stereotypes, providing diverse role models, and access to mentorship programs can all help.

On February 11th, let’s highlight the amazing people who are breaking barriers, making STEM a more inclusive space for all. 

Mary Dagg will be making the opening remarks for the event followed by a group of special guest speakers.

For full details and to register for this virtual event, go to: https://girlsinscience.ca/breakingbarriersinstem/