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URL:https://secure.forestrysectorcouncil.ca/events/event-calendar.html/even
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SUMMARY:Timber Queens
CLASS:PUBLIC
DESCRIPTION:FORESTRY CONFERENCE FOR WOMXN\n\nhttps://secure.forestrysectorc
 ouncil.ca/events/event-calendar.html/event-info/details/id/16
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:<blockquote>\n<h2><q><strong>Empower\, Inspire
 \, and Connect: Join Us at Timber Queens\, a forestry conference for womxn
 .</strong></q></h2>\n</blockquote>\n\n<p>&nbsp\;</p>\n\n<h2>SOLD OUT!! - R
 egistration is now closed\, we&#39\;re looking forward to this amazing eve
 nt!</h2>\n\n<h2><strong>Sponsors:</strong></h2>\n\n<p>We express our thank
 s and gratitude to these companies dedicated to encouraging industry colla
 boration\, and showcasing their commitment to diversity\, equity\, and inc
 lusion our industry. All levels of sponsorship are very much appreciated!<
 /p>\n\n<p><big><strong>Canopy Level: JD Irving Woodlands | Martime College
  of Forest Technology</strong></big></p>\n\n<p><strong>Trunk Level:&nbsp\;
 NSCC&nbsp\;Applied Research &amp\; Innovation</strong></p>\n\n<p><strong>R
 oot Level: North Nova Forest Owners Co-op |&nbsp\;Timber Loan Board |&nbsp
 \;Port Hawkesbury Paper</strong></p>\n\n<p>&nbsp\;</p>\n\n<h2><strong>Abou
 t the Conference</strong></h2>\n\n<p>We believe that when women come toget
 her\, incredible things happen. This conference is a gathering of fearless
  women\, united by a common purpose - to empower\, inspire\, and connect.<
 /p>\n\n<p>&nbsp\;</p>\n\n<h2><strong>Why Attend?</strong></h2>\n\n<p>This 
 is not just another conference\; it&#39\;s a transformative experience. He
 re&#39\;s why you should be a part of it:</p>\n\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>- Inspirin
 g Keynotes: Hear from remarkable women who have shattered glass ceilings a
 nd achieved extraordinary success.</p>\n</li>\n<li>\n<p>- Invaluable Works
 hops: Gain practical skills\, knowledge\, and insights through hands-on wo
 rkshops and interactive sessions.</p>\n</li>\n<li>\n<p>- Meaningful Connec
 tions: Network with like-minded women\, form lasting friendships\, and bui
 ld a support system that lasts long after the conference.</p>\n</li>\n<li>
 \n<p>- Empowerment and Growth: Leave with a renewed sense of purpose\, mot
 ivation\, and the tools to conquer your goals.</p>\n</li>\n<li>\n<p>- Comm
 unity and Solidarity: Join a community of women who lift each other up and
  support one another&#39\;s journeys.</p>\n</li>\n<li>\n<p>&nbsp\;</p>\n</
 li>\n</ul>\n\n<h2><strong>Conference Highlights</strong></h2>\n\n<ul>\n<li
 >- Keynote Speakers: We&#39\;ve gathered thought leaders\, industry expert
 s\, and trailblazers to share their wisdom and experiences.</li>\n<li>&nbs
 p\;</li>\n<li>- Breakout Session&nbsp\;and Roundtable Discussions: Dive de
 ep into topics that matter most to you\, from leadership and career develo
 pment to health and wellness.&nbsp\; Engage in insightful discussions on i
 mportant issues facing women today.</li>\n<li>&nbsp\;</li>\n<li>- Networki
 ng: Connect with fellow attendees\, mentors\, and potential collaborators 
 in a welcoming and inclusive environment.</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>&nbsp\;</p>\n\
 n<h2><strong>Date and Location</strong></h2>\n\n<p>Timber Queens is happen
 ing November 1\, 2023\, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm\, at the <a href=\"https://www
 .innonprince.com/en/contact-us/\">Inn on Prince</a>\, in Truro\, NS. <a hr
 ef=\"http://secure.forestrysectorcouncil.ca/events/event-calendar.html/eve
 nt-conference/index/id/16\">Register today</a> to secure your spot for thi
 s empowering event.</p>\n\n<p>&nbsp\;</p>\n\n<h2><strong>Registration</str
 ong></h2>\n\n<p>Registration is now open! Don&#39\;t miss your chance to j
 oin a community of inspiring women.</p>\n\n<p>$50 + HST (includes lunch)&n
 bsp\; REGISTRATION DEADLINE: October 23\, 2023</p>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:/
 /secure.forestrysectorcouncil.ca/events/event-calendar.html/event-conferen
 ce/index/id/16\">Click here </a>to register.&nbsp\;<strong>SPACE IS LIMITE
 D!</strong></p>\n\n<p>&nbsp\;</p>\n\n<h2><strong>Get Involved</strong></h2
 >\n\n<p>Want to be a part of this transformative experience? We are also l
 ooking for volunteers\, sponsors\, partners\, and speakers. Contact us to 
 get involved or explore <a href=\"https://forestrysectorcouncil.ca/wp-cont
 ent/uploads/2023/10/Timber-Queens-Sponsorship.pdf\">sponsorship opportunit
 ies here</a>!</p>\n\n<p>&nbsp\;</p>\n\n<h2><strong>Join the Movement</stro
 ng></h2>\n\n<p>Be part of a movement that celebrates the strength\, resili
 ence\, and achievements of women. Together\, we can break barriers and mak
 e a positive impact in our industry</p>\n\n<p>Empower yourself\, inspire o
 thers\, and connect with the incredible women at Timber Queens. We can&#39
 \;t wait to see you there!</p>\n\n<p>&nbsp\;</p>\n\n<hr />\n<h2><strong>Sc
 hedule </strong></h2>\n\n<p><em>(subject to change)</em></p>\n\n<p>10:00 &
 ndash\; 10:30 &nbsp\;&nbsp\;&nbsp\; Introductions</p>\n\n<p>10:30 &ndash\;
  11:00 &nbsp\;&nbsp\;&nbsp\; Mentorship Days: Jillian Weldon-Genge\, an ov
 erview of the NS Women in Forestry program</p>\n\n<p>11:00 &ndash\; 11:30&
 nbsp\;&nbsp\;&nbsp\;&nbsp\; Growing Women Leaders: Clara Schortemeyer &amp
 \; Olivia Blizzard\, an overview of JD Irving&rsquo\;s Woodlands and Sawmi
 lls Divisions Program</p>\n\n<p>11:30 &ndash\; 12:00&nbsp\;&nbsp\;&nbsp\;&
 nbsp\; Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion in the Woods: Elizabeth Jessome\
 ,&nbsp\;Mi&rsquo\;kmaq Forestry Initiative&nbsp\;</p>\n\n<p>12:00 &ndash\;
  1:00&nbsp\; &nbsp\; &nbsp\; &nbsp\;Lunch/Networking</p>\n\n<p>1:00&nbsp\;
 &ndash\; 1:45&nbsp\; &nbsp\; &nbsp\; &nbsp\; &nbsp\; Building Leadership C
 onfidence: Brenda Fair\, Fairwinds Training &amp\; Development</p>\n\n<p>1
 :45 &ndash\; 3:00&nbsp\;&nbsp\;&nbsp\;&nbsp\;&nbsp\;&nbsp\;&nbsp\;&nbsp\;&
 nbsp\; Breakout Roundtables: This is a safe space to dive deep into topics
  that matter most to you. Engage in meaningful conversations\, share your 
 experiences and lessons learned\, and ask the hard questions.</p>\n
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