Jennifer Stewart, CEO of Syntax Strategic, Named a 2026 Canada’s Most Powerful Women: Top 100 Award Winner

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Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by GlobeNewswire Jennifer Stewart, CEO of Syntax Strategic, Named a 2026 Canada's Most Powerful Women: Top 100 Award WinnerAuthor of the article:OTTAWA, Ontario, Sept. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Jennifer Stewart, Founder and CEO of Syntax Strategic, has been named a 2026 Canada’s Most Powerful Women: Top 100 Award Winner in the Entrepreneurs category, recognizing her leadership, entrepreneurial achievement and impact across business and community.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountStewart founded Syntax Strategic and has grown it into one of Canada’s leading strategic communications agencies, with offices in Ottawa and Vancouver. Under her leadership, Syntax has become a trusted strategic partner to organizations and leaders navigating complex communications challenges, building reputations and shaping conversations that matter.The Top 100 recognition adds to a career distinguished by entrepreneurship, community leadership and a commitment to creating opportunities for others. Stewart has twice been named one of Ottawa’s 25 Most Influential People by Ottawa Life Magazine and was previously recognized as a Forty Under 40 recipient by the Ottawa Board of Trade and Ottawa Business Journal.Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againIn addition to leading Syntax Strategic, Stewart is the co-founder of The Honest Talk, a leading Canadian forum dedicated to women and candid conversations about leadership, ambition, success and the realities behind professional achievement. She is also the owner of Ottawa Valley Grain Products, reflecting an entrepreneurial portfolio that spans communications, media and agriculture.“This recognition is incredibly meaningful because entrepreneurship has never been, for me, simply about building a successful business,” said Stewart. “It is about building something that creates opportunity for the people you work with, the communities you are part of and the next generation of leaders coming behind you. I have been fortunate to work alongside extraordinary people who have challenged me, trusted me and shared in the ambition to create organizations that make a difference. I am deeply honoured to be recognized among this remarkable group of Canadian women.”Stewart’s leadership extends well beyond her businesses. She has contributed her experience and perspective through service on the boards of The Ottawa Hospital Foundation, BGC Ottawa, Microbix Biosystems Inc. and the Ottawa Board of Trade.Her career has been defined by an ability to bring together entrepreneurship, strategic communications and community leadership. Through her business ventures and board work, Stewart has championed strong Canadian organizations, meaningful civic engagement and creating space for women to lead authentically.“Entrepreneurs have the ability to see what could exist and then take the risk of making it a reality,” Stewart added. “But none of us builds anything meaningful alone. This award also belongs to the teams, colleagues, clients, mentors, friends and family who have been part of that journey. I hope this recognition also encourages other women with an idea or an ambition to trust themselves enough to pursue it.”The Canada’s Most Powerful Women: Top 100 Awards recognize exceptional leaders across nine categories, celebrating women whose achievements are shaping the future of business, entrepreneurship, governance, AI and technology, and beyond.This advertisement has not loaded yet.This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.Jennifer Stewart is the Founder and CEO of Syntax Strategic, a strategic communications agency with offices in Ottawa and Vancouver. An entrepreneur, communications strategist and community leader, she is also co-founder of The Honest Talk and owner of Ottawa Valley Grain Products. Stewart has twice been named one of Ottawa’s 25 Most Influential People by Ottawa Life Magazine and is a recipient of Ottawa’s Forty Under 40 award. She serves on the boards of The Ottawa Hospital Foundation, BGC Ottawa, Microbix Biosystems Inc. and the Ottawa Board of Trade.Syntax Strategic is a Canadian strategic communications agency with offices in Ottawa and Vancouver. The firm works with organizations and leaders to navigate complex communications environments, strengthen reputations and develop strategies that drive meaningful outcomes.Building on nearly three decades of leadership through WXN (Women’s Executive Network), WXN Media is a media company dedicated to telling the stories of exceptional women leaders through trusted editorial, prestigious recognition, and signature experiences.Its portfolio includes Be Bold Magazine, The Bold Edit, The One Bold Truth, Signature Experiences, and Canada’s Most Powerful Women: Top 100™, one of Canada’s most prestigious leadership recognition programs.For more information, visit https://wxnetwork.com/.Follow WXN on social media:Instagram: @wxnetworkFacebook: @WXNEventsLinkedIn: Women’s Executive NetworkMedia contact Jennifer Madigan jmadigan@syntaxstrategic.caNotice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. 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