Women in Agriculture: Essential Leadership Skills Development Program

This 10-week interactive program is designed specifically for women working in Canadian agriculture and agri-food who are ready to take their leadership to the next level.

CAHRC’s Women in Leadership microcredential offers a supportive, skills-based learning experience for women across the sector to grow their leadership confidence, build community, and make an impact — wherever they are in their journey..

Is This for You?

This program was created for women who are:

Working in primary agriculture or industry associations
Ready to lead but unsure where to start
Already leading, but facing challenges like team conflict, communication issues, or self-doubt
Returning to work after a break and seeking fresh leadership tools
Looking for a safe space to build confidence and community

If any of these sound like you — you belong here.

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What you’ll gain

By the end of this program, you’ll walk away with:

Practical tools to lead with confidence and clarity
Stronger communication and coaching skills
Strategies to manage conflict and build trust
A deeper understanding of inclusive leadership
A Certificate of Completion from CAHRC

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How the Program Works

This is a 10-week blended program combining flexible online modules with weekly live Zoom sessions.

The live sessions take place every Tuesday from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. EST and offer a space for real-time discussion, reflection, and connection with peers. Recordings will be available if you can’t attend live.

The next cohort begins on May 26, we recommend applying early to secure your spot.

“It’s the thing you didn’t know you needed until you did it.” Courtney H.

“The course covered leadership styles and conflict resolution... it really put the mirror in front of your face. It challenged me personally—and I appreciated that.”

“The session on challenges women face in a predominantly male industry really stood out—I related to the experiences and examples.” Emily S.

“It led to some beneficial discussion that felt empowering—to know that we face some of the same challenges on a daily basis.”

Topics We Will Cover

Each week explores a key theme in leadership, including:

Communication and self-awareness
Leading by example and building trust
Emotional intelligence in decision-making
Conflict resolution and navigating hard conversations
Coaching and feedback
Delegation, planning, and managing time

I'm in!

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Tuition, What’s Included & How to Register

Your registration includes:

Access to all course materials and live Zoom sessions
Guest speakers and real-time peer group discussions
Exclusive access to CAHRC Connect — a private online platform for ongoing support, resource sharing, and peer networking throughout and after the program
Practical tools, templates, and reflection exercises
A Certificate of Completion from CAHRC

Spots are limited to keep the experience interactive and personalized.

Take the leap now!

Still Have Questions?

Not quite sure if the program is the right fit for you?

You're not alone — and that’s exactly why we offer options to help you decide:

🔹 Visit our program page to explore everything at your own pace
🔹 Join an upcoming info session to ask your questions live and get a feel for the experience

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