Celebrate
Canadian Women
In Entertainment

As one of the country’s most respected and influential leaders, Williams has guided some of Canada’s most important media organizations while helping to break barriers for women at the highest levels of executive leadership. Williams recently concluded an extraordinary 40-year career in Canadian media, most recently serving as Executive Vice-President of English Services at CBC/Radio-Canada. Her legacy includes championing Canadian storytelling, fostering creative talent, and shaping the future of broadcasting in Canada.

Don’t miss one of the day’s most inspiring conversations as Barbara Williams shares lessons from a career defined by excellence, resilience, and impact.

The Changemaker Award recognizes an individual whose impact extends beyond their work, inspiring meaningful change across the industry. By championing new perspectives, elevating underrepresented voices, and pushing boundaries through storytelling, Reid has helped to shape a more dynamic and forward-looking entertainment landscape.

The Breakthrough Award recognizes creators whose work is not only exceptional, but transformative, and whose work signals a meaningful shift in the industry. Artists who are not only achieving excellence, but redefining what stories are told, who gets to tell them, and how they reach audiences in Canada and beyond. 

The ICON Award recognizes an individual whose extraordinary body of work and lasting influence have shaped the entertainment industry, leaving an enduring legacy that continues to inspire generations.

The IMPACT Award recognizes Canadian trailblazers whose work has advanced the representation of women in the entertainment industry, and whose creative vision and excellence have inspired audiences at home and around the world.

Impact Award to be presented by Brittany Snow.