Redesigning Government – there ought to be an app for that | Scott Brison
The purpose of government is to improve the lives of people. We can not be a Blockbuster government serving a Netflix citizenry. Scott Brison is happiest when thinking ahead, driving change and breaking boundaries.
A parking lot and the capacity to help | Scott Bulbrook
Make the world a better place. A very personal story of a parking lot, the Tetra Society of Canada, ComputerWise and a customized software tool.
Engaging youth in democracy | Catherine Cano
“Ill-informed masses put democracies at risk!” Redesigning how to engage youth is crucial for the future of our country. Catherine Cano challenges Generation Z and Millennials to get more involved to build their own democracy.
Stop being so nice! The key to global economic growth | Amy Karam
The world’s economic powers are shifting. Find out how the West needs to wake up and change its game in order to protect its Innovation Advantage and preserve its economic strength.
Amy is a passionate speaker, consultant, author and corporate instructor of Stanford University professional development courses, as well as her own workshops. With a unique and engaging style, she lectures on topics including innovation, sales, marketing, global competitiveness and China.
Amy has worked with over 50 countries and at companies such as Cisco, Apple, Visa, Nationwide, Capital One, SAP, Bell Canada and AT&T. Notably, she led a CEO-sponsored global competitive sales support program at Cisco Systems, the catalyst for her current practice. She has also led business development initiatives with the World Bank. Notably, she led a CEO-sponsored global competitive sales support program at Cisco Systems, the catalyst for her current practice.
Amy poured her experience and desire to influence change into her book, The China Factor: Leveraging Emerging Business Strategies to Compete, Grow and Win in the New Global Economy.
Driving change for the future of Indigenous peoples | National Chief Perry Bellegarde
The path to reconciliation between Canada and its Indigenous Peoples begins with mutual respect, and conservation and celebration of culture.
In 2014, Perry Bellegarde was elected National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations following a long a career championing the rights of First Nation people. Originally from Little Black Bear First Nation in Treaty 4 Territory, National Chief Bellegarde has held the roles of Councillor, Chief, Tribal Chair, and Chief of the Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations and Saskatchewan Regional Chief.
National Chief Bellegarde is the recipient of the Queen’s Jubilee Medal (2012), the Saskatchewan Medal (2005), the Queen’s Jubilee Medal (2002) and the Confederation Medal (1992). He has been honoured by several Chiefs and Elders who have acknowledged him as their adopted son, and he honoured them by carrying their teachings forward as he works toward full realization of self-determination for First Nations peoples and a shared nation-to-nation vision for a more just and inclusive Canada.
Flying cars, robots, & being open hearted through songwriting | Craig Cardiff
A journey of song and growth paving the way for the next 150 years.
Craig is a Canadian singer-songwriter. Known throughout Canada, Craig is developing a following throughout North America and into Europe. With guitar in hand, Craig can turn any setting into an intimate affair. Infusing his music and lyrics with a uncompromising humanism rarely seen in today’s production-heavy climate. Craig Cardiff builds landscapes of sound using live digital loops, bringing the room to a hush. Edged, folk, beautiful, melancholy and left leaning, one song breaks your heart, and the next one puts it back together.
How digital storytelling can change Canada’s narrative | Melanie Coulson
A message to Canadians: be loud, proud and tell your story, or risk being forgotten.
Inspired by the Hopi American Indian proverb, “Those who tell the stories rule the world”, Melanie’s passion lies in telling fascinating stories on multiple platforms and connecting with people.
As the Director of Content and Engagement at Canada 2020, Melanie has turned this passion into a career, leading the independent, progressive think thank’s content creation and social media initiatives. She is also a digital communications instructor at Carleton University’s School of Journalism and Communication focusing on social media and storytelling in the digital age.
“Does Giving to Charity Do More Harm Than Good?” | Allan Lee Brown
Are charity donors at the root of poverty? Please, stop giving to (bad) charities and learn how to truly support those in need.
In 2000, Allan Brown made a radical mid-life shift by selling his IT consulting firm in order to fully dedicate himself to international development work. Today, Allan is the International Director and Founder of Compasio Relief & Development, an organization that seeks to love, protect and empower those who are vulnerable.
From responding first-hand to the devastation of the 2004 Asian tsunami, to pioneering sustainable programs for victims of trafficking and abuse in high-risk refugee populations, Allan provides insights into the good, the bad and the ugly of development and charitable response.
Allan has recently returned to Canada after 15 years abroad overseeing work among displaced ethnic minority communities on the Thailand-Myanmar border.
Redesigning Government – there ought to be an app for that | Scott Brison
A parking lot and the capacity to help | Scott Bulbrook
Engaging youth in democracy | Catherine Cano
Stop being so nice! The key to global economic growth | Amy Karam
Driving change for the future of Indigenous peoples | National Chief Perry Bellegarde
Flying cars, robots, & being open hearted through songwriting | Craig Cardiff
How digital storytelling can change Canada’s narrative | Melanie Coulson
“Does Giving to Charity Do More Harm Than Good?” | Allan Lee Brown