2026 WIE CAN Mentorship Program

Our Mission

The WIE CAN Mentorship Program is dedicated to empowering emerging female producers working in the Canadian screen industry. Through personalized mentorship, curated workshops, and meaningful industry access, the program provides participants with the tools, confidence, and connections needed to accelerate their careers.

Building on the legacy of The Hollywood Reporter’s renowned Women in Entertainment Mentorship Program, WIE CAN pairs rising producers with some of the most influential leaders across Canada’s film and television landscape.

The 2026 cohort runs from February 2 to June 2, 2026.

Presented in partnership with

Bell Media

2026 Mentors

Sally Catto
General Manager, Entertainment, Factual & Sports
CBC
Michela Di Mondo
Michela Di Mondo
EVP Distribution, Canada, International
Fremantle
Jennifer Holness
Jennifer Holness
President
Hungry Eyes Media
Stephanie Shinkoda
VP Distribution & Co-Country Manager, Canada
Sony Pictures Entertainment
Sarah Weaver
Director of Content
Bell Media

2026 Mentees

Photo Credit Julie Artacho
Sarah-Nicole Bolduc
Montreal, Quebec
Anisha Kumar
Toronto, Ontario
Jessica Landry
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Photo Credit: Kwame Pipim, Kaypee Media Production
Kianah Lécuyer
Toronto, Ontario
Janet-Rose Nguyen
Toronto, Ontario