How can we help?

I'm a professional

I want access to industry-leading professional development and coaching, I want to hear from experts about the ways I can advance my career, and I want to be a part of the largest network of professional women in Canadian finance.

I'm a student

I want to learn about the wide range of career opportunities available to me in finance. I want exposure and access to programs, events and industry leaders that can guide me as I transition from academia into a rewarding career.

Jobs & Board roles

I want information about the scholarships, internships, entry-level, mid-level and senior-level roles currently available within firms that value diversity and play an integral role in accelerating equity in finance for women. I also want information about what Board positions are available to me.

Our Vision

Gender Equity in the Finance Sector

Engagement Calendar

January 2025
Featured Fri 24 Jan. Toronto 4th Annual Diversity in Finance Conference
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Fri 17 Jan.
Virtual Return to Bay Street (RTBS) 2025 Info Session View info
Fri 17 Jan.
Vancouver Lunch and Learn with Kathy Butler View info
Tue 21 Jan.
Virtual VersaFi LinkUp: Monthly Virtual Networking Sessions View info
Wed 29 Jan.
Virtual Post-Secondary Mentorship Skill-Build 2: Careers in Wealth Management View info

Research

Our research and reports provide key insights into the challenges, opportunities, trends and topics impacting women and gender-diverse professionals in the finance sector.

Attracting Women and Gender-Diverse Students to Wealth Management

Women’s wealth is growing rapidly in Canada, and with it comes the need for advisors who understand their priorities.  And yet, only 15-20% of financial advisors are women. So why aren’t more women stepping into these roles?

Gender parity
Project Affinity: The Current State of Gender Equity in Canadian Investment Banking

A recent study by VersaFi explores the persistent gender equity challenges within the Canadian investment banking sector. The survey results demonstrate that systemic barriers remain, hindering women’s recruitment, retention, and advancement in the sector.

Allyship
Intersectionality in Action: A Guide on Understanding & Practicing Intersectionality

Download our free guide, developed by VersaFi’s Research & Advocacy team on understanding intersectionality in the workplace and putting equitable practices in place.

Workplace Flexibility
The Future of Work in Finance

VersaFi (formerly WCM)’s The Future of Work in Finance report provides a snapshot of employee experiences with remote work in the pandemic specific to Canadian finance and offers targeted recommendations for organizations to support building equitable and productive hybrid work models.

Platinum Partners

Accelerating gender equity in finance