Helping women+ advance in STEM and business
TGC is a non-profit that helps women and gender-diverse individuals (women+):
- Gain recognition, get promoted & make more money
- Get jobs within strategic, high-growth sectors in Canada
- Continually learn, grow & advance within their sectors
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Feeling left behind in STEM and business?
Despite high levels of education and experience, women+ face the worst outcomes when it comes to unemployment, underemployment, and wage discrepancies in Canada.
When faced with career disappointments, it’s easy to blame yourself.
But it’s NOT you. It’s the system.
Carve your own pathway to success
You’re told you need more time, experience, education, and skills (even though you have plenty 🙄).
What you really need is:
- Tools for gaining recognition, getting promoted & making more money
- Knowledge on how to navigate organizational culture & dynamics
- Networks that will open doors for you & support your continual growth
- Actionable advice on how to “work the system” so you can succeed within it
All of this is waiting for you inside The Catalyst Course.
Stop feeling stuck.
Start taking action!
Catalyst is FREE for those who qualify
Thanks to our funders, we have full scholarships available for women+ (women and gender-diverse individuals) who are:
- Immigrants
- Indigenous
- Racialized
- Two-Spirit / Trans / Queer
- Experiencing financial hardship
Catalyst grads who are taking control of their careers 💪
“The course definitely helped identify my strengths and weaknesses. The session on 'managing up' and the discussions that ensued also gave me insights on how to communicate effectively during certain situations at work.”
Aysha Shamsuddin
Catalyst Participant 2025
“The time commitment felt very do-able and it was a fantastic opportunity for me to connect with other women. The scholarship was the icing on top.”
Bhargavi Mantha
Catalyst Participant 2025
“Catalyst helped me craft a clearer career narrative and improved my ability to communicate my strengths effectively. I gained valuable insights into adapting my approach to work effectively with diverse leadership styles.”
Maryam Bayatsarmadi
Catalyst Participant 2025
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“I started TGC because I was frustrated with how women+ were being represented in STEM and business.”
This lack of representation isn’t just a media problem.
It reflects a fundamental gap in how women and gender diverse individuals in STEM and business are being supported and recognized for their potential and ambition.
We deserve more.
We’re done being told to be grateful. To wait our turn. Or to follow rules that do not fit the reality of our work or personal lives.
We're no longer waiting for a seat at the table, hoping someone will pull out a chair.
We're building our own damn table – a bigger, better table for everyone.
We’ll save you a seat.
Founder of TGC and creator of The Catalyst Course
Knowledge fuels our collective power
With the right strategies, we can create a more inclusive and equitable workforce for women+ in STEM and business.
Hear Saadia’s story
Learn why it took our founder so long to pursue her passion within STEM and what’s inspiring her to drive change today.
From stalled to soaring
Learn about the challenges facing women+ in STEM & business and how TGC can guide you toward success.
Building success on your terms
Get Saadia’s advice on how to go after your career goals in ways that feel realistic and sustainable for your life.