This event is available in French
You are a French-speaking immigrant woman and want to learn more about entrepreneurship? This activity is made for you! Join an interactive evening workshop designed to boost your confidence and explore the challenges and opportunities of entrepreneurship for French-speaking women living in British Columbia. The program includes two animated modules led by recognized experts, Myriam Verzat and Gaëtane Palardy, who will guide you in an enriching reflection on essential themes:
- Self-confidence: Develop self-confidence in an entrepreneurial context & Identify and overcome the imposter syndrome
- Introduction to entrepreneurship, retrospective and discussion
This evening is divided into two workshops, providing a unique opportunity to draw inspiration from the journeys of other immigrant women, exchange ideas, and share your professional ambitions in a friendly and stimulating setting.
Who is this activity for?
This activity is for French-speaking immigrant women or residents of British Columbia who want to:
- Explore the world of entrepreneurship,
- Share their experiences,
- Get informed and prepare to launch their project,
- Or simply learn more.
Whether you’re an experienced entrepreneur, in the process of reflection, or simply curious, this event is for you!
Note : A snack will be offered, as well as the possibility of childcare. Please indicate any dietary restrictions and childcare needs in the registration form.
About the facilitators :
Myriam Verzat is a CNV-trained communication facilitator and artist. From France, she trained in CNV in Montreal and has been giving workshops for 7 years in Nanaimo, to individuals, schools, and organizations. Passionate about dance, theater, and improvisation, she has created several interactive shows and co-founded the bilingual collective Murmur to support artistic development. Myriam wants to share her passion for human connection and compassionate communication tools with women entrepreneurs in the project.
Gaëtane Palardy is a passionate entrepreneur in the fields of food, education, and tourism. After a career as a chef in prestigious establishments, she became a trainer in food safety and customer service. Her entrepreneurial journey, rich in experience, allows her to share her advice and expertise to help other women entrepreneurs succeed in their field.
This activity is part of the “Immigrant Women and Entrepreneurs” project, initiated by the SDECB. This day of workshops is made possible thanks to the support of the Réseau Femme Colombie-Britannique and the engagement of its ambassadors.
Partners : RDÉE Canada, Réseau-Femmes Funded by : Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
