The future of manufacturing will take center stage at FABTECH Canada 2026 as the highly anticipated Women of FABTECH event brings together female professionals, industry leaders, and emerging talent for a powerful day of networking, mentorship, and innovation in Toronto, Canada.
Designed to celebrate and support women working across manufacturing, welding, metal forming, and fabrication, the event is expected to serve as a major platform for advancing diversity and inclusion within Canada’s evolving industrial sector.
Organizers say the gathering will provide attendees with opportunities to connect with peers, discuss career development, and explore leadership pathways in industries that have traditionally been male dominated.
From seasoned executives to students and young professionals entering the workforce, Women of FABTECH aims to foster a stronger and more connected community of women shaping the future of industrial manufacturing.
Participants will also benefit from informal networking sessions over lunch, creating a welcoming environment for collaboration and professional relationship building.
Discussions throughout the event are expected to focus on innovation, workforce development, and the changing role of women in technical and industrial careers.
Beyond networking, the program carries a broader message about the importance of female representation in manufacturing.
Organizers emphasize that women are playing an increasingly vital role in driving innovation, operational excellence, and technological advancement across fabrication and welding industries.
A major highlight of this year’s event will be the keynote presentation by Sierra Mercer, who will share insights drawn from her experience in the mining sector and her work with the Ontario Centre of Innovation.
Mercer is expected to explore how cross-industry collaboration can accelerate innovation while reflecting on leadership, career growth, and the challenges faced by young women pursuing careers in industrial sectors.
Her presentation will also examine how diverse perspectives can strengthen technological progress and create new opportunities for the next generation of manufacturing professionals.
As Canada’s manufacturing sector continues to evolve through automation, digitalization, and advanced fabrication technologies, events such as Women of FABTECH are becoming increasingly important in building a more inclusive and future-ready workforce.
FABTECH Canada 2026 is expected to attract a wide range of exhibitors, manufacturers, technology providers, and industry stakeholders from across North America, further reinforcing Toronto’s role as a hub for industrial innovation and manufacturing excellence.
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