About

Trailblazers (formerly known as Radio Trailblazers) is a Canadian volunteer organization that was created in 2005 to advocate the advancement of women in radio. Nearly 20 years later, the mission remains clear: to celebrate and support women in the broadcasting industry through education, inspiration, and mentorship.

With the assistance of sponsors such as Slaight Music, CBC and Bell Media, we take the stage at the Departure/Radio Days North America Conference + Festival where we honour a  woman with the Trailblazer Award. Past winners include Marilyn Denis, Shushma Datt, Maie Pauts, Karen Steele and Maureen Holloway for their career success, leadership, mentorship, innovation, and spirit of generosity.

The Trailblazers are also known for presenting an annual panel that addresses the challenges and opportunities Canadian women in media face today.

Steering Committee

  • Nancy Brown Dacko

    Nancy Brown Dacko

    PRESIDENT

  • Lisa Vinc

    Lisa Vinc

    BELL

  • Sue Mills

    Sue Mills

  • Karen Steele

    Karen Steele

    BELL

  • Amanda Cupido

    LEAD PODCASTING

  • Sarah Cummings

    Sarah Cummings

    BELL

  • Hilary Whyte

    Hilary Whyte

    BELL

  • Meital Sperling

    Meital Sperling

    BELL

  • Josie Fenech

    Josie Fenech

    STINGRAY RADIO

  • Natalie Pooran

    Natalie Pooran

    STINGRAY RADIO

  • Sherri K

    STINGRAY

  • Amber LeBlanc

    ROGERS

  • Jackie Moss

    CORUS

  • Krista Taaffe

    Krista Taaffe

    CORUS

  • Jody Brooker-Thompson

    Jody Brooker-Thompson

    QUINTE BROADCASTING

Thanks to our sponsors

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