International Women’s Day (March 8) celebrates the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women and girls, and raises awareness of the work that remains. This year’s theme is ‘every woman counts‘, and is a reminder that all women, from all ages and walks of life, have a place in every aspect of Canadian society, including in the economic, social and democratic spheres. We would like to celebrate all the amazing women who work at our Hospital and Health Research Institute, who are committed to professionalism and public service every day. Let their successes encourage our youth and girls that their dreams are within reach.