Society for Canadian Women in Science and Technology

[11] SCWIST established a first year achievement award for a female student enrolled in BCIT full-time technology program in 1986.

[17] This program (named makepossible) was developed to attract, retain and advance women in science and technology.

[4] It offers mentorship and other resources to women who have immigrated to Canada after having trained and established careers in science, engineering and technology in other countries.

The prominent event held yearly is XX evening organized in cooperation with Science World (Vancouver).

[1][4] The Annual General Meeting held each spring and open to all members of the Society, votes on major decisions and elects directors.

The ongoing work of SCWIST is carried out by standing and ad hoc committees and paid employees appointed by the Board.