Stronger Together

The inaugural edition of the Montreal event will emphasize the critical role of allies and solidarity in driving sustainable transformation in women’s sports through an original program centered around three unique panels.

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Trailblazer Jessica Campbell to Headline as Keynote Speaker

Jessica Campbell, the first woman to coach in the NHL, will join sports media legend and Montréal Canadiens executive Chantal Machabée for a powerful fireside chat on breaking barriers and redefining what’s possible for women in sport. Both have challenged the system from within, and together they’ll explore what it means to lead, last and bring more women along. From career highs to hard truths, they’ll speak candidly about what it takes to thrive in spaces that were never built with them in mind.

In conversation with Chantal Machabée

Jessica Campbell: First in, paving the way presented by National Bank

When two trailblazers share the stage, it’s more than a conversation — it’s a call to action.

UNMATCHED keynote speaker Jessica Campbell

UNMATCHED moderator Chantal Machabée

Sports broadcaster Frédérique Guay will serve as host, setting the tone and guiding the flow of the conversations.

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Panel 1

Beyond the game: how progress is redefining athletes’ futures

UNMATCHED speaker Laura Stacey

UNMATCHED speaker Marinette Pichon

UNMATCHED speaker Portia Archer

UNMATCHED moderator Alexandre Despatie

Women’s professional sports are evolving rapidly – with greater recognition, improved conditions, and enhanced protections. This panel will explore recent advances both on and off the court, through real-world examples across sports, federations, and athlete experiences.

Panel 2

Women’s sports: from underdog to unstoppable

UNMATCHED speaker Jeff Harris

UNMATCHED speaker Lucie Blanchet

UNMATCHED speaker Édith Cloutier

UNMATCHED moderator Martine St-Victor

With record audiences, innovative partnerships and rising investments, women’s sports are booming. Could solidarity be their greatest competitive edge?

Panel 3

Creating space: reshaping media for women’s sports

Panel presented by Rogers Communications

UNMATCHED speaker Shireen Ahmed

UNMATCHED speaker Geneviève Tardif

UNMATCHED speaker Sophie Banford

UNMATCHED moderator Meeker Guerrier

What does it take to change the narrative? This panel showcases the voices that are driving a new era in how women’s sports are seen, covered and valued.

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