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Women Breaking Ground 
Building the Future, one Woman at a Time!

Women Breaking Ground is a community‑driven gathering that celebrates, uplifts, and empowers women across the housing industry—builders, developers, real estate professionals, lenders, designers, and advocates. This event brings together leaders and emerging voices who are shaping stronger, more inclusive communities from the ground up.

By becoming a sponsor, your company demonstrates a clear commitment to advancing women in housing and investing in the future of equitable, community‑centered development. 

Thursday, May 13, 2026

5:00pm - 8:00pm

TD Place 
*Parking Included*

Speakers:

CWO Sandra Bouchard, Strategic Joint Staff, Canadian Armed Forces

Chief Warrant Officer Bouchard enrolled in the Canadian Armed Forces in 1996, becoming one of the first female Combat Engineers before remustering to the Military Police Branch in 2002. She has served across Canada and internationally, including as Mission Security Manager at the Canadian Embassy in Jakarta. A veteran of three deployments—two to Afghanistan (Operation Athena) and one to Haiti (Operation Hestia)—she received a VCDS Commendation for her service. She has held senior leadership roles, including Senior MP NCM Career Manager and Unit CWO for the Canadian Forces National Counter-intelligence Unit. Appointed Strategic Joint Staff Chief Warrant Officer in 2023 and invested into the Order of Military Merit in 2025, she is also a proud mother and devoted partner who values family and an active, healthy lifestyle. 

Diana Matheson, Founder and Chief Growth Officer - Northern Super League 

Alyssa Stack, Sales & Marketing Manager - Patten Homes

Alyssa Stack is a seasoned professional with over 25 years in residential construction and land development. With expertise in sales, operations, financial planning, and team leadership, she spent 19 years as General Manager for a leading custom home builder. Now at Patten Homes, Alyssa brings a strategic, hands-on approach to delivering exceptional results and client satisfaction. 

Moderators:

Siobhan LeCours, Vice President at Mr. Foundation

Siobhan LeCours is the Vice President of Mr. Foundation Inc., where she helps lead strategy, growth, and culture for the family-owned construction company. She’s passionate about building strong teams, serving the Ottawa community, and creating more opportunities for women in construction leadership. 

Celia Muregerera, SPHRi, Vice President, People & Culture at Regional Group

As a trusted ally to the leadership team, Celia is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and high-performing culture within Regional Group. With a profound commitment to cultivating a people-centered environment, she tirelessly works to create a workplace where inclusivity, growth, and individual fulfillment thrive. Drawing upon over 16 years of experience in Human Resources, Celia brings a wealth of expertise to her role. Prior to joining Regional Group in 2023, she honed her skills in the technology and built environment sectors, acquiring valuable insights along the way. Celia is a proud member of the Human Resources Professional Association (HRPA) and her certification as a Senior Human Resources Professional International (SPHR-i) underscore her dedication to remaining abreast of industry best practices and continuously enhancing her professional skills.

Please note if you are a GOHBA member, but you do not have a GOHBA account and would like to register online, please contact Christina Pliatsika at christina@gohba.ca to provide you with log in access.

*Tickets are refundable up to 7 days prior to the event date. After that tickets are only transferable.