Immigrant Women Entrepreneurs Forum
Sat, Nov 22
|Bayview Yards
Connect with immigrant women and non-binary entrepreneurs in a casual and welcoming environment!
Time & Location
Nov 22, 2025, 12:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Bayview Yards, 7 Bayview Station Rd, Ottawa, ON K1Y 2C5, Canada
About the event
Join Immigrant Entrepreneur Canada (IEC) for the first-ever Immigrant Women Entrepreneurs Forum, a half-day event created to support, connect, and celebrate immigrant and newcomer women at every stage of their business journey. Whether you are exploring an idea, starting up, or growing your venture, this forum is a space to learn, share, and feel inspired.
What to Expect
🌱 Hands-on workshops and panels with practical insights you can apply to your business🤝 Networking and a marketplace where you can connect with fellow entrepreneurs and discover local immigrant-owned businesses🎬 Special film screening of How She Dares, a documentary that follows Zoonie Nguyen’s journey from Vietnam-war refugee to corporate leader and advocate for women in business worldwide🔥 Fireside chat with Zoonie Nguyen and her co-producer, offering a unique keynote-style conversation💬 Real-life stories and open conversations that will leave you motivated and supported
Forum Schedule
12:00 PM Guest Arrival, Registration, Marketplace soft opening