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WWE Hall of Famer to bring her perspective on storytelling, representation and audience engagement in women's sports to Ottawa
OTTAWA (October 30, 2026) /TrishStratus.com/ – WWE Hall of Famer and Canadian sports entertainment icon Trish Stratus will join the Northern Super League (NSL) for Women's Sport Now, a conference exploring the growth, investment and future of women's sports in Canada, ahead of the 2026 NSL Championship in Ottawa.
Stratus will participate in Beyond the Highlight, a panel discussion examining the power of storytelling in growing women's sports, building lasting connections with fans and bringing athletes' stories to audiences beyond the field of play. Bringing together perspectives from sports, media, entertainment and business, the panel will explore how compelling stories can turn initial interest into lasting fandom, expand the visibility of female athletes and create new opportunities for leagues, brands and content creators to engage audiences.
With a career spanning more than 25 years, Stratus understands the impact storytelling and visibility can have on building a global fan base and changing perceptions of women in sports. From breaking barriers in WWE to becoming one of the most recognizable figures in sports entertainment, she has experienced firsthand how representation and audience connection can help elevate women's participation and profile in traditionally male-dominated industries.
"I'm incredibly excited to be part of this panel because it's a conversation that connects directly to my own journey and the evolution I've witnessed throughout my career. I've seen how powerful storytelling and visibility can be in changing perceptions, building audiences and inspiring the next generation," said Stratus. "I'm also so excited to attend the NSL Final on Saturday. This is such a significant moment for women's soccer in Canada, and seeing these athletes compete on this stage is a reminder of how far women's sports have come and how much potential lies ahead. It's an exciting time to be part of this movement, and I'm thrilled to contribute to the conversation."
Women's Sport Now brings together athletes, industry leaders, investors, media and decision-makers to explore what it will take to accelerate the growth of women’s sports in Canada. Guided by the theme Ideas. Investment. Action., the conference will examine the opportunities to build audiences, strengthen the business of women’s sports and translate growing momentum into meaningful investment and action.
The conversation starts Friday. The action takes center stage Saturday. Be part of Women’s Sport Now on November 13, featuring Trish Stratus and voices from across sports, media and business, before joining fans at TD Place for the 2026 NSL Final on November 14.
Women’s Sport Now Conference
Friday, November 13, 2026
NSL House - Horticulture Building, Lansdowne Park, Ottawa
Panel: Beyond the Highlight, featuring Trish Stratus
Tickets and information: https://www.nsl.ca/womens-sport-now-conference
2026 NSL Final
Saturday, November 14, 2026
Kickoff: 2:00 PM ET
TD Place, Ottawa
Tickets and information: https://www.nsl.ca/final
About Northern Super League
The Northern Super League (NSL) is Canada’s first professional women’s soccer league, launched in 2025 with six clubs and expanding to seven with the addition of Winnipeg in 2027. The league is committed to growing the game, advancing Canadian excellence and building a sustainable future for professional women’s sports. For more information, visit NSL.ca
About Trish Stratus
Trish Stratus is a WWE Hall of Famer, eight-time Champion, actress, television personality, and entrepreneur. Ranked No. 1 on WWE’s list of the Greatest Female Superstars of All Time, she was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2013 and celebrated her 25th anniversary in professional wrestling in 2025. A Canadian Screen Award nominee for her role as a judge on Canada’s Got Talent, Stratus has also appeared in multiple film and television projects, including the upcoming action-comedy Karate Ghost. A lifelong advocate for health and wellness, she is the founder of Stratusphere, an award-winning fitness lifestyle brand built on her philosophy of strength, balance, and longevity. Stratus lives in Richmond Hill with her two children and continues to expand her presence across WWE, media, and film.
Media inquiries:
Sarah DiMambro
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