The Canadian Federation of Business and Professional Women’s Clubs (BPW Canada), welcomes BPW International, the North American and the Caribbean members and guests together in a spirit of respect, inclusion, and collaboration. We are committed to providing a safe, welcoming, and enriching experience for all attendees. The Regional Conference offers attendees an interactive and engaging programme.

We invite all attendees to explore our shared expectations and responsibilities to ensure a rewarding and memorable experience for all. By attending, participating in, or contributing to this conference, each of us plays a part in upholding the following principles of meaningful engagement:

Respect and Inclusion: Everyone approaches issues through their own unique lens.

• Foster a culture of belonging by being open to new and different perspectives, experiences, and ways of communicating.
• Be mindful of your perspectives, emotions and those of others.
• Treat all individuals with dignity and respect, regardless of gender, race, age, nationality, language, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or political affiliation.

Professionalism and Integrity: Be courteous in all interactions — verbal, non-verbal, and written — and allow others space to contribute..

• Contribute constructively to workshops, panels, and networking events.
• Respect confidentiality requests made by speakers or attendees.
• Refrain from recording or distributing content without consent.
• Give proper credit to speakers, presenters, and content creators.

Accessibility and Support

• Be mindful of accessibility needs. Ensure your presentations, materials, and conversations are as inclusive as possible.
• If you require support or a quiet space, let us know; our conference support team will do our best to help.

Environmental and Cultural Respect

• Be respectful of the host city, the Indigenous peoples and territories, and the cultural traditions of others.
• Dispose of waste responsibly, reduce single-use plastics, and consider environmentally friendly practices during your stay.

Together we Shape a Sustainable Future

By registering for the 2026 NAC Regional Conference, participants commit to co-creating a space to deepen our relationships and shared commitment to inspire, empower, and innovate to transform and build a sustainable world where all women and girls in all their diversity can thrive.