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We witness the defining strength and compassion of women who commit themselves to serve and care for our residents, everyday. Shannex has built a workplace where women thrive and inspire, and we couldn\u2019t be prouder to be among the more than 80 percent of our Great People who identify as women today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Each year on March 8th<\/sup>, people around the world celebrate International Women\u2019s Day (IWD) which recognizes the decades of work by women to fight for a gender equal world where women are seen, heard and valued for their contributions. We are honoured to work alongside many powerful women and have the opportunity to share their stories<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Jovana Bailey<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Parkland on Eglinton West General Manager<\/em><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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\u201cAs a leader at Parkland, I try to foster a positive, supportive, and inclusive workplace environment where our female colleagues and residents feel empowered and encouraged to speak up and lead.\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\nJovana Bailey<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Jovana believes the best way to encourage young women starting their career is to drive home the message of limitless potential! \u201cI live my life believing that I can do ANYTHING\u2026 and I mean ANYTHING.\u201d The sky is truly the limit; we just have to believe in and \u201cfight\u201d for the sky. The “fight” won\u2019t always be easy\u2026 but the it will definitely be worth it<\/em>.” Young women need to be encouraged to push beyond any socially or personally constructed barriers they may see to truly develop into what they desire to become.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Michelle Clark<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Arborstone Enhanced Care General Manager<\/em><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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\u201cWhen I reflect on the leadership team at Shannex, what comes to mind is those that hold leadership roles are there because of the qualities they possess, not what gender they are. To me, that is what empowering really is, providing those that can do the jobs the opportunity for growth.\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\nMichelle Clark<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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To young women just starting their careers, Michelle would share, \u201cDon\u2019t be afraid to lean into responsibility and take on tasks or projects that might challenge you. Grow beyond what falls under your official job description. Challenge yourself to learn and grow. The sense of accomplishment is so strong when we overcome obstacles.\u201d<\/em> Having a steadfast role model in her mother, Michelle has always been encouraged to have a voice and stand up for what is right, to work hard and persevere.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Maria Agcon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Site Manager at Cedarstone Enhanced Care<\/em><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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\u201cSharing my journey serves as an inspiration and motivation to younger women, whether in the workplace or in the community and with the right attitude and mindset, they can achieve whatever they aspire.\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\nMaria Agcon<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Before immigrating to Canada, Maria never envisioned herself in a leadership position. Now, as site manager at Cedarstone Enhanced Care in Truro, she embodies a strong, confident leader. Maria\u2019s daughter is an LPN who is working on upgrading to be an RN, which is a great example of Maria\u2019s impactful influence. Witnessing what her mother accomplished as a migrant to Canada has motivated and inspired her to take the leap and keep going. Maria feels so fortunate to be part of the team and be in her role as Site Manager at Cedarstone Enhanced Care. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Gillian Ferris<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Implementation Director NB Nursing Home Projects<\/em><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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\u201cOur guiding principles speak to me as a female leader-we are compassionate, honest, professional and safe, and they align with how I live my life as a leader, mother, wife, sister and friend. \u201d<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\nGillian Hoyt-Hallett<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Gillian\u2019s approach to leadership ensures diversity is at the table. \u201cWhen I reflect on my career, I can identify times when I was invited to the conversation and given the opportunity to demonstrate my leadership skills and to develop them.” <\/em>Now, Gillian believes it is her responsibility as a female leader to do the same for the women she works with every day by inviting women to have a voice in important conversations and offering professional development opportunities. \u201cWe are in a unique position to understand the challenges that many women have and continue to face in the workplace and to eliminate those. I am proud to be a member of the Shannex leadership team and I hope that I have and will continue to positively influence others to truly Embrace Equity in our organization.\u201d<\/em> Our guiding principles speak to me as a female leader-we are compassionate, honest, professional and safe, and they align with how I live my life as a leader, mother, wife, sister and friend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ola Kit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Regional Lifestyle Consultant<\/em><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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\u201cSpeak up and challenge the norm. Provide a different perspective. Make sure they know you are there and you are a force to be reckoned with.\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\nOla Kit<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Ola is inspired by women who are successful by their own definition \u2013 whether that be to move across the country to pursue an opportunity, start their own business and put their heart and soul into it, come to work and make the most of their day, and those who are raising families while also achieving their goals. \u201cThere is power in words. We must continue to ask questions, push the boundaries and have our voices heard.\u201d<\/em> Ola is proud to come to work everyday and be with women who are raising the bar. \u201cThe joy, pride, dedication and confidence they exude is truly inspiring and I am so lucky to have them in my life.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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