Question 1

What is the WLP Mentorship Program?

Accepted Answer

The WLP Mentorship Program is a dedicated program available to all Canadian WLP (Women Leaders in Pharma) members. It aims to connect WLP members for mentorship relationships, develop a mentorship program that attracts new members, and enable existing members to share experiences. The program supports the matching of mentees with mentors based on their profiles and development areas.

Question 2

When and how do I register for the WLP Mentorship Program?

Accepted Answer

To register for the WLP Mentorship Program, first ensure you have an active WLP Membership. 
The WLP Mentorship Program is a continuous and flexible program to suit the individual needs of its Members. You may join at any time by: 
Registering on Mentor City (as a mentee or as a mentor), our online platform and Completing your online profile to at least 90%. 
After completing this step, you are free to start browsing the profiles of the many members within the Mentorship community. 
If you need additional support, feel free to reach us at mentoring@womenleadersinpharma.com

Question 3

What is the time requirement to participate?

Accepted Answer

Typical engagement in the program ranges from 6 to 12 months; however, a shorter commitment of four months is also available based on your preferences. 
The value you gain from participating will reflect the effort and commitment you invest. 
You can choose to extend the relationship offline as it suits your needs.

Question 4

What types of roles exist within the Mentoring Program?

Accepted Answer

You can register as a Mentee, a Mentor, or take on both roles simultaneously. Your choice will depend on your current goals and how you'd like to contribute or grow within the program.

Question 5

How often, where and when do mentoring sessions happen?

Accepted Answer

Mentors and Mentees decide together what schedule works best. Meetings can be online (like Zoom), by phone or in person. We recommend agreeing on location and timing early on, and aim to meet for 30–60 minutes every couple of weeks to stay engaged.

Question 6

What type of support is available for Mentors and Mentees?

Accepted Answer

There are many useful resources hosted on the Mentor City platform:
Orientation Session Mentor/Mentee 
User GuidesMentor/Mentee 
Tips & Tricks
Mentorship and Relationship Guides and Checklists
If you need additional support, feel free to reach us at mentoring@womenleadersinpharma.com

Question 7

Can I have more than one mentor or mentee in the program?

Accepted Answer

For Mentors:
Mentoring is most impactful when it's sustainable. Our program supports up to 5 mentees—choose a number that lets you give meaningful support without overextending. You can adjust this anytime in your Mentor City profile to ensure a healthy balance.

For Mentees: 
To help you get the most from your mentoring experience, we recommend focusing on one WLP mentor at a time. Strong relationships need time, trust, and space to grow; and keeping it to one mentor ensures each connection gets the attention it deserves.

Question 8

How does the matching between the Mentee and Mentor work?

Accepted Answer

Mentees search through Mentor profiles and choose those whose experience and journey align with their goals.
Mentors can also browse Mentee profiles.
Introductory Conversation: Mentees contact selected Mentors for a first chat to check compatibility on goals, timing, and availability.
Invitation & Final Match: After finding the right fit, Mentees send a formal invitation.
If the Mentor accepts, the relationship is confirmed on the Mentor City platform

Question 9

What kind of events are organized as part of the Mentorship Program?

Accepted Answer

The WLP Mentorship Program hosts a variety of events to support mentors and mentees. 
These include:
Virtual orientations, 
Speed connect sessions, 
Lunchtime mentor webinars, 
In-person mentor meetups. 
Events are designed to offer training, networking, and resources that enrich the mentoring experience.

Question 10

Who do I contact if I have questions or concerns about the mentorship program?

Accepted Answer

Please reach out to the Mentorship Committee at mentoring@womenleadersinpharma.com.

If you are already registered, login to MentorCity and use our community chat function.