For over 20 years, Women as Career Coaches (WACC) has brought together thousands of youth and mentors from the Halton Region and beyond to engage in informal conversation, listen to a line-up of inspiring spotlight speakers, and participate in panel discussions about various career pathways.
This empowering evening is designed to provide the next generation with the opportunity to discover a wide range of potential career paths. Youth thrive when surrounded by strong adult role models who help create an evening of support and empowerment as they navigate the professional world. Mentors and career coaches from various professions, post-secondary pathways, and education levels are invited to speak to attendees.
Together, we can inspire youth to feel confident and optimistic about their futures and their place in the world of work.
Women As Career Coaches is an inclusive event that warmly embraces women, women-identifying, two-spirit, non-binary, and gender-fluid attendees.
Have some words of wisdom? Register to be a Career Coach!
Your story can help the young people you meet at Women as Career Coaches as they begin to think about their future. Everyone has a story about their career path – even if that journey is still in progress. By joining us as a Career Coach, you can share your experience and advice with a group of youth exploring potential career paths.
At WACC, you’ll meet real professionals who can help you start thinking about your future. Everyone has a unique career story, and this event gives you the chance to hear theirs, ask questions, and explore different paths. Join us to gain insight, build confidence, and discover new possibilities for your own journey.
This event made me feel much less anxious about the future, especially navigating academics as a woman of colour. Inspiring, insightful, and truly a necessary and wonderful experience.
Student
I feel more confident as being in my last year of high school being reminded that it is OK to not know 100% what I want to do.
Student
I absolutely loved the environment of the event, it makes young women feel beyond supported!
Student
Excellent practical, positive messaging for young women, facilitating opportunity-orientated conversations at the tables. So proud and honoured to participate in such an impactful event.
Career Coach
I love this event! It is such an honour to participate. Please continue this event! You are changing the lives of women!
Career Coach
2026 Spotlight Speakers
Our Spotlight Speakers will share personal stories, insights, and experiences to inspire and empower attendees. Check back soon as we announce this year’s featured speakers who will bring unique perspectives from a variety of career paths.
Your Support Matters
Women As Career Coaches is entirely crowdfunded, powered by the generosity of individuals and the community. Together, we’ve made a difference for over 12,000 youth in our 20-year plus history. With your support, we can continue this legacy in 2026 for the 22nd annual WACC event!
Donate Today: Every contribution helps create a space for learning, mentorship, and inspiration.
Our priority is to remove financial barriers for youth to attend WACC. We have achieved this goal because of the generosity of our community donors and sponsors in past years. Through sponsorship, we can achieve this goal.
We hope you will consider being part of this momentous event by sponsoring WACC 2026.
Imagine the power and potential of connecting young women with adult mentors in the community. Watch our video to get a glimpse of what this inspirational event is all about: sharing stories, making connections, and learning from others.
