EVENTS

Upcoming Events

How organizations support employees before, during, and after an extended leave can have a lasting impact on employee well-being, engagement, and retention.

Join Women in Consulting Engineering (WCE) and The Thoughtful Co. for an interactive 90-minute workshop exploring how workplaces can better support employees taking parental leave, mental health leave, or other career breaks.

The workshop will cover practical strategies for:

Preparing employees and teams for an upcoming leave
Supporting a smooth and thoughtful return to the workplace
Rebuilding employee confidence and professional momentum
Encouraging continued career development following a leave
Providing meaningful flexibility and workplace support
Reducing turnover and retaining experienced employees

This workshop is ideal for employers, managers, HR professionals, and team leaders. Employees who are preparing for, currently taking, or returning from a leave are also encouraged to attend to better understand the return-to-work process and learn how to advocate for the support they need.

Location: Creekside Community Recreation Centre
1 Athletes Way, Vancouver, BC

Date: Wednesday, September 16, 2026

Event Schedule

5:10–5:40 p.m. — Registration
5:40–6:00 p.m. — Welcome, introductions, and sponsor recognition
6:00–7:30 p.m. — Workshop presented by The Thoughtful Co.
7:30–8:00 p.m. — Closing and networking

Cost: $15

Sponsor: TBA

Note that WCE is an inclusive community, and all Members and event attendees are expected to follow our Code of Conduct. While our events are curated for consulting engineers, much of our content will interest professionals in related industries. You are welcome to join our community. As always, all genders are welcome and encouraged to attend our events. If you wish to attend and require financial assistance, please contact events.vancouver@wcecanada.com.

Keep an eye out for upcoming events!