March is International Women’s Month, and Sunday, March 8th is International Women’s Day (IWD) – a global celebration of women’s achievements and a powerful call to action for gender equality. 

For more than a century, International Women’s Day has brought people together around the world to honour achievements, spotlight ongoing inequalities, and motivate collective efforts toward gender equality.

The official theme for Women’s Day 2026 is “Give to Gain”, which speaks to a universal need to lend our support to gain advancement for women and girls. Learn more at internationalwomensday.com.

As part of Inclusion Week, RRC Polytech is hosting an International Women’s Day Panel Discussion & Networking Event on Wednesday, March 11 from 8:30 – 10:00 a.m. in the Selkirk Lounge at the Notre Dame Campus. More details are below:

International Women’s Day 2026: Advancing Equality Together will be an inspiring morning dedicated to celebrating the leadership, resilience, and impact of women across our RRC Polytech community. Guided by the 2026 theme, Give To Gain, this event invites us to reflect on how generosity — through mentorship, advocacy, shared knowledge, and inclusive leadership — creates stronger institutions and more equitable futures. While all employees are welcome, this gathering is designed to center on and uplift women’s voices, experiences, and contributions across teaching, research, service, and leadership. 

To learn more and to register, please click here.

Explore these resources to celebrate IWD:

• Learn more about IWD and its mission: International Women’s Day
• Discover Canada’s commitment to gender equality: Women and Gender Equality Canada

Dive into inspiring stories and milestones:

• Women of Impact in Canada: Explore profiles of courageous women in politics, science, the arts, and more.
• Women in Canadian History: A Timeline: Celebrate the achievements of Canadian women across various fields.
• Gender Equality Timeline: Gain insight into key milestones in Canada’s journey towards equality.