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EMPOWERING WOMEN TO REACH FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE

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Be your money’s BFF

A brand-new movement designed to help young women under 30 take control of their finances from the very start of adulthood.

You wouldn’t run a marathon without training. Be your money’s BFF applies that same discipline to finances. Starting November 1, the movement kicks off with a free digital challenge!

A 4-week challenge to become the boss of your finances!

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A record-breaking 13th edition: $1,557,200 raised for women’s futures  

Co-chaired by Marie-Claude Boisvert, Partner and Head of Sagard Private Equity Canada, and Julien Dirand, Vice-President, Mid-Market and Venture Capital at La Caisse, the 13th edition of the Lise Watier Foundation’s Annual Ball raised a record net amount. Under the theme of Kalidéa, more than 750 guests gathered to celebrate women’s potential and support their financial independence. 

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Month After Month Monthly Giving Campaign 

Giving once helps. Giving every month creates lasting impact. 

With the Month After Month campaign, you join a community of committed donors who believe that one simple monthly gesture can make a meaningful difference in a woman’s life. Monthly giving is a simple, accessible and meaningful way to support the Foundation on an ongoing basis. Because real change does not happen overnight, your continued support helps more women throughout the year on their journey toward financial independence.  

Every month, you can be part of the change. 

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The TAKING FLIGHT collection in support of women’s financial independence

Discover the TAKING FLIGHT collection, featuring a stunning white baroque freshwater pearl bracelet and necklace, both adorned with a goose-shaped pendant, the emblem of the Foundation. 

For every piece of jewelry sold, 25% of the price will be donated to the Foundation. 

Get yours today and make a difference!

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A Memorable 5th Edition of the Lise Watier Foundation’s 2026 Cocktail 

Under the honorary co-chairmanship of Iman Elkillany, Senior Director, Business Development at Desjardins Business, and Soleïca Monnier, Lawyer, Privacy and Cybersecurity at Fasken, the 2026 Cocktail raised the remarkable amount of $270,922 ! A heartfelt thank you for their exceptional mobilization and to our partners, collaborators, sponsors, and members of our ambassador committee, whose outstanding commitment made all the difference. 

A helping hand for women

As an organization working for financial independence for women, the role of the Lise Watier Foundation is to offer women resources, training, support, and access to a network to enable them to develop their self-confidence and their full professional potential.

Our intervention pillars

Encourage
Unlocking the professional potential of women by strengthening their confidence in their abilities to build a solid foundation for a fulfilling professional life.
Train
Giving women the support, knowledge, and tools they need to acquire and strengthen the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve their professional goals.
Support
Cultivating achievements by valuing collaboration, continuous education, and professional development.

OUR IMPACT

Programs that change lives

1 679

women supported towards financial independence.

7

regions served
(Montreal, Drummondville, Gatineau, Laurentians, Montérégie, Quebec City and Sherbrooke).

254

businesses launched or propelled.

84

women have received or are receiving financial aid to pursue post-secondary education.

35 %

are in a better
financial situation after just one year.

Mission-focused major donors

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