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We’re thrilled to announce the launch of the Lise Watier Foundation’s 2026 interactive online auction, live until October 15! This extraordinary edition invites everyone to support the financial independence of women while discovering nearly 80 exceptional and diverse items generously offered by our partners and donors.  Discover our exclusive items Dive into our online auction …

This past September, the Fondation Lise Watier celebrated the achievements of 288 participants in the Let’s Start Up Pathway at the 2025–2026 Graduation Ceremony. These women successfully completed the Unlock My Professional Potential Program and/or the Entrepreneurship Program, two flagship offerings within the Let’s Start Up Pathway.  A celebration worthy of their journey  In Quebec, …

A business built on a dog’s sense of smell  For the sixth consecutive year, Concordia University is awarding the Concordia Grant, which recognizes an entrepreneur from the Fondation Lise Watier’s Let’s Start Up Pathway who has stood out for the strength and potential of her business project.  This year, the jury chose to honour Julie …

What if something as simple as choosing a caring lip oil could help change a woman’s life?  Until September 23, 2026, Watier is supporting the Lise Watier Foundation through its Love My Lips campaign. For every Love My Lips Caring Lip Oil sold — across all shades, — Watier will donate $5 to the Lise …

Planned giving – leaving a meaningful legacy of hope Having practised law for nearly 45 years, a trailblazer and philanthropist, Denise Dussault has always believed in the power of independence and the importance of creating opportunities for others. Today, she is extending that commitment through a bequest to the Lise Watier Foundation, as well as …

The fifth edition of Let’s Get TogetHer was successfully held in several regions where our programs are offered: Montréal, Drummondville, Laurentians, Montérégie, Québec City, Sherbrooke, and Toronto. These annual events provide a valuable opportunity for current participants and alumni of the Let’s Start Up Pathway to come together, build connections, and network.  Once again this year, Let’s Get TogetHer brought together a total of 243 women through events rich in exchanges, learning, and meaningful human connections.  At the Lise Watier …

As part of our Continuing Education Program, we are committed to providing women enrolled in the Let’s Startup Pathway with meaningful opportunities to develop their skills through interactive workshops and targeted training sessions.  It is in this spirit that the Communication Immersion Camp was created, a unique cohort that brought together 20 determined women eager to strengthen their public speaking impact, present their projects with confidence, and grow professionally with greater assurance.  After more than four months of learning, experimentation, …

The Lise Watier Foundation is proud to officially launch its new monthly giving campaign: Month After Month.  Through this initiative, the Foundation aims to bring together a community of committed supporters who believe that a small gesture made each month can have a tremendous impact on a woman’s life.  The Month After Month campaign is built on a simple idea: everyone can contribute, at their own pace, to creating lasting change. A monthly donation, no matter the amount, allows the Foundation to:  This campaign reflects the Foundation’s commitment to building long-term impact and ensuring the sustainability of the Let’s Start Up Pathway and its programs across Quebec.  By joining this community of dedicated donors, every person becomes a driving force for meaningful and lasting change. Together, we help women develop their full professional potential and empower them to contribute to the local economy, helping create a stronger and more equitable society.  We invite you to discover the campaign and become part of the Month After Month movement. 

Registration is open for the Fall 2026 Cohort: of the Let’s Start Up Pathway! The Lise Watier Foundation is proud to announce the opening of registrations for the next cohort of the Let’s Start Up Pathway, designed to support women on their journey toward professional development and financial independence.  Are you dreaming of giving a …

The 5th edition of the Lise Watier Foundation’s Believe in Her campaign came to a close with an inspiring wave of solidarity. Thanks to the dedication of 44 ambassadors, committed partners, and hundreds of donors, nearly $130,000 was raised to support women’s professional growth and financial independence.  Of that amount, $25,000 was raised through the continued support of la Vie en Rose, a valued partner of the campaign for the past three years.  A movement creating real change From March 5 to April 5, 2026, campaign ambassadors joined forces to shine a light on the mission of the Lise Watier Foundation and raise awareness about the importance of giving women the tools and support they need to reach their full professional potential.  Every donation directly helps provide access to the Let’s Start Up Pathway for women looking to start a business, return …