Toronto, Ontario (September 21, 2026) - PCL Construction's Mike Widdifield, Operations Manager from our Toronto office, has been named the recipient of the 2026 Male Allyship Award from the Canadian Association of Women in Construction (CAWIC) for his contributions to advancing women in construction through sponsorship, advocacy and inclusive leadership.
With over more than two decades with PCL, Mike has built a reputation as a leader who believes stronger teams and better outcomes are achieved when diverse perspectives are represented at the table. Throughout his career, he has used his influence to elevate women in the industry and advocate for access to leadership experiences.
“Mike leads with intention and understands that creating equitable opportunities requires action,” said Myke Badry, Vice President and District Manager of PCL’s Toronto office. “He consistently advocates for women when they are not in the room and ensures talented individuals receive the visibility and support needed to advance their careers. This recognition reflects the meaningful impact he continues to make within our organization and across the industry.”
A strong example of Mike's allyship is his commitment to sponsorship. He has intentionally championed women for high-profile project assignments, leadership development opportunities and industry committees that increase exposure, build influential networks and position them for career advancement. By using his voice and influence to create opportunities for others, Mike has helped remove barriers and accelerate the growth of women across the organization.
As PCL Toronto's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion sponsor, Mike has championed initiatives that expand representation and support career growth through high-profile assignments, leadership development and professional networking opportunities. His leadership has driven measurable results, including the district's sponsorship program engaging 44% of female operations employees, approximately double its participation target, and women representing 46% of new operations hires in Toronto this year.
"I'm honoured to receive this award and thankful to the many mentors, colleagues and team members who have shaped my career,” said Mike Widdifield. “Building great projects starts with building great teams, and I believe our responsibility as leaders is to create an environment where people can bring their best, develop their potential and help shape the future of our industry."
The Male Allyship Award honours a male leader who actively champions equity, elevates women's voices and creates meaningful opportunities for women to succeed within their organizations and across the construction industry.
About PCL Construction
PCL Construction is one of the most respected and accomplished global construction leaders, comprising independent companies operating throughout Canada, the United States, the Caribbean and Australia. With an annual construction volume of $13.8 billion CAD, PCL builds projects that shape communities and strengthen infrastructure. The company’s 100% employee ownership model fuels a culture of commitment for clients in the buildings, civil infrastructure, heavy industrial and solar markets. With a strategic presence in more than 30 major centers, PCL’s leadership teams consistently drive innovation and set new benchmarks for excellence, bringing unparalleled skill to every project. Watch us build at PCL.com.