StrikeUP 2026 is Canada’s premier digital event for women entrepreneurs, designed to provide the tools, connections, and inspiration you need to take your business to the next level. From interactive workshops and expert panels to a nationwide network of peers and mentors, StrikeUP helps you grow with confidence.
It’s free to attend and takes place on February 26, 2026, bringing together thousands of women entrepreneurs from across Canada for a full day of learning, connection, and momentum.
Here are the top three ways StrikeUP helps you grow in 2026: actionable knowledge, powerful connections, and real momentum:
1. Knowledge That Drives Action
Every session provides real-world knowledge you can use to make informed decisions and confidently plan your next steps. Explore the agenda for the full list of workshops and panels. Sessions are built around real challenges women entrepreneurs face in Canada, from building confidence to growing sustainably in competitive markets.
Through keynote talks, panels, and workshops, you will gain:
- Practical tools you can use immediately in your business
- Insights from experienced founders and experts who understand the Canadian ecosystem
- Clear takeaways that help you make confident decisions after the conference ends
To learn more about the leaders sharing their expertise, visit the Speaker Spotlight pages and discover the diverse voices shaping this year’s conversations.
StrikeUP is also supported by a strong network of organizations committed to women’s entrepreneurship. Learn more about the community behind the conference on the Partners page, where you will find resources that extend beyond the event itself.
2. Connections that Create Opportunity
Growth does not happen in isolation. One of the most powerful outcomes of StrikeUP is the chance to build meaningful business connections that last well beyond the conference.
StrikeUP creates space for connection through:
- The StrikeUP Connects webinar series, directly connecting our community with free online educational seminars, tools, networking, and business resources.
- Live chat and discussion opportunities during sessions
- Local live viewing parties that bring women entrepreneurs together in communities across Canada
These connections often lead to new clients, partnerships, and referrals. They also create something just as valuable: a sense that you are not building alone.
If you are curious about how StrikeUP brings people together, explore StrikeUP Connects and learn more about StrikeUP and its mission to support women-owned businesses nationwide.
3. Inspiration That Fuels Momentum
Running a business takes resilience. StrikeUP is designed to leave you feeling energized, seen, and ready to take your next step.
Hearing real stories from women who have navigated growth, setbacks, and success can shift how you see what is possible for yourself. These moments of inspiration often become the spark that helps entrepreneurs take action they have been postponing.
- World-Class Keynote: Hear from Dr. Hayley Wickenheiser about her journey from world champion to physician and executive. She shares practical insights on navigating uncertainty, building resilience, fostering teamwork, and turning setbacks into opportunities.
- Real-World Insights: Gain perspective from entrepreneurs who have scaled businesses, launched new ventures, and navigated complex challenges.
- Empowering Stories: Sessions focused on personal resilience, leadership under pressure, and values-driven entrepreneurship help you see what’s possible in your own business.
To keep that momentum going, StrikeUP also invites you to check out the StrikeUP 2026 Spotify Playlist. Created to complement the conference experience, it is a simple way to stay motivated while preparing for the event or working toward your next goal after the sessions wrap up.
Register for StrikeUP 2026 and experience the energy, expertise, and community that will fuel your business growth in 2026.
