Minister Rechie Valdez
Minister of Small Business
Government of Canada
The Honourable Rechie Valdez was elected as the Member of Parliament for Mississauga-Streetsville in 2021. She is a mother of two, wife, Canadian entrepreneur, television personality, and community advocate. She is the first Filipino-Canadian woman elected as a Member of Parliament and appointed to Cabinet.
Schedule
20 mins
Meridian Hall - Main Stage
Minister Valdez on Fueling Success for Women Entrepreneurs
Join Minister Rechie Valdez as she discusses how Canada is removing barriers for women entrepreneurs and driving small business growth. With nearly $7 billion in investments and commitments, the Women Entrepreneurship Strategy (WES) improves access to financing, networks, and mentorship. Minister Valdez, drawing from her own entrepreneurial experience, will share how these efforts are shaping a more inclusive economy and fostering future success for Canadian women.
