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Sometimes all you need is to see yourself in other leaders. Introducing Breaking Barriers, a new series brought to you by American Express Canada, which profiles prominent Canadian women in traditionally male-dominated industries. From the first Inuk cardiac surgeon in Canada to the coach of a professional mens’ basketball team, we learn what drives these women to do what they do, how they've overcome obstacles along the way and their advice to young women looking to follow in their footsteps.

Canada’s first Inuk cardiac surgeon gets to the heart of the matter

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First woman on Raptors 905 coaching team changes the play

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Entrepreneur builds bridge for women in a heavily male industry

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How Toronto scientist Eugenia Duodu fought gender and racial stereotypes to pursue her chosen field

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‘Chasing skills, not levels’ a recipe for women’s success in the corporate world

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Employers need to advance women to ‘visible’ leadership roles to create long-lasting impact

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