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Rise Up. Lead Forward. Thrive Together.

Join us on Friday, November 6 at The Jag Hotel for the 2026 Women in Construction Professional Development Forum —proudly presented by NLCA and TD Commercial Banking.

This inspiring event is an opportunity to elevate your career, strengthen your voice, and join the leaders driving change in the construction industry. Whether you are just starting out or are a seasoned professional, the experience is designed to spark new possibilities, build your leadership skills, and connect you with a strong community dedicated to supporting and advancing women in construction.

Common Ground: Connections that Build Careers
Join us for a 30 min coffee networking at 8:00 a.m., before the formal program begins. Great careers aren't built alone - they are built through the people we meet, the conversations we have and the connections we nurture. 

Complete forum itinerary NOW AVAILBLE! Click here to download. 

Friday, November 6 WIC Forum Agenda at a Glance

8:00 - 8:30 AM            Common Ground: Connections that Build Careers.
                                    Welcome Coffee with Exhibitors. Sponsored by: Locke's Electrical Ltd.

8:30 - 8:50 AM             Greetings & Welcoming Remarks 

9:00 - 10:00 AM           Just Around the Corner: Building the Life You Were Meant to Live 

10:00 - 11:00 AM         Your Career Your Way: Owning the Journey Through Every Season of Life
                                    Sponsored by: Newcrete Investments

11:00 - 11:15 AM         Nutrition Break with Exhibitors 
                                    Sponsored by: Dewcor

11:15 AM -
12:15 PM                    Stop Waiting to Be Chosen: Leading from Within 
                                   Sponsored By: Homeworx Modular Homes & Renovations

12:30 - 2:00 PM          Business Luncheon
                                   The People Who Helped Build Me 
                                   Sponsored by: rcs construction

2:00 - 3:15 PM            Afternoon Business Session One
                                    Breaking In: How to Build Your Own Path  

3:15 - 4:15 PM            Afternoon Business Session Two
                                   Beyond the Hussle: Helping Women Balance Ambition with Well-Being

4:15 - 4:30 PM           Closing Remarks

4:30 - 5:30 PM           Concluding Networking Reception

Deadline for registration cancellations is September 25, 2026.

Support the Movement
Sponsorship opportunities are available! Become a Promoting Women in Construction Sponsor and align your brand with a cause that champions diversity, equity, innovation, and empowerment. Investing in this forum is more than visibility—it's a commitment to real change, meaningful impact, and long-term growth.

Become a sponsor or register today—and be part of building a more inclusive future in construction.

Reserve Your Hotel Room:
NLCA has secured a group rate of $239.00 plus hst for King Room. This rate is guaranteed til October 5, 2026. Rate is valid for night stays from November 5–8. Guests wishing to book hotel rooms are to contact the reservations department directly by Phone: 709-738-1524 or Email: jagsales@steelehotels.com.

Please indicate that you are booking for the Women in Construction Conference in order to receive the booking rate. This rate and group booking name is valid for the Awards Gala event as well.