Entrepreneurship, the act of starting or running a new business, is a key driver of economic growth, wealth and societal health. While women are increasingly becoming entrepreneurs across the globe, the field remains dominated by men.
In Canada, women are more involved in early-stage entrepreneurial activities compared to the global average (15 per cent versus 10 per cent). However, they are still less active than men (15 per cent versus 18 per cent). Additionally, only 17 per cent of small and medium-sized businesses in Canada are owned by women.
