Aurora Cannabis leads gender diversity with top executive balance
Aurora Cannabis Inc. has been recognised for the second year running on The Globe and Mail's Women Lead Here list. The 2026 award highlights the company's strong gender diversity in leadership, with half of its executive roles held by women. No other Canadian firm appears alongside it in this year's ranking.
The company operates globally, serving medical and consumer cannabis markets in Canada, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Its portfolio includes well-known brands such as Aurora, MedReleaf, Pedanios and Whistler Medical Marijuana Co.
*Aurora Cannabis* has made gender balance a priority, with 50% female representation at the executive level. The firm actively develops female talent and promotes inclusive leadership. Employees are encouraged to contribute ideas, lead with empathy and work collaboratively. *The Globe and Mail*, Canada's oldest and most influential news organisation, publishes the *Women Lead Here* list annually. Founded in 1844, the media group reaches 6.5 million readers weekly across print and digital platforms. Its *Report on Business* magazine alone engages 2.9 million readers per issue.
Aurora Cannabis remains the only Canadian company named on the 2026 Women Lead Here list. The recognition follows its ongoing efforts to build a leadership team where women play a central role. The company continues to expand its global presence while maintaining a focus on diversity and inclusion.
