MARCH 7, 2024
10:00 a.m. -
5:00 p.m. EST
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VIRTUAL ALL-DAY EVENT
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10:00 a.m. EST |
Welcome
Speakers:
Jhannell Edwards, Strategic Communications Advisor, The Black Executives Network (BEN) Secretariat, Government of Canada
Paul LaFleche, IPAC President and Executive Deputy Minister, Provincial Infrastructure, Government of Nova Scotia
James Gordon, Managing Partner, Government and Public Services, Deloitte Canada and Chile
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10:15 a.m. EST
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Keynote Panel
Description: Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, will take part in a fireside discussion with Janice Charette, former clerk of the Privy Council, and moderated by Christiane Fox, Deputy Clerk of the Privy Council. The Governor General will discuss the importance of diverse and inclusive leadership, and how a greater appreciation for reconciliation can transform our nation and ourselves.
Speakers:
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada
The Honourable Janice Charette, former Clerk of the Privy Council and Secretary to the Cabinet
Moderator:
Christiane Fox, Deputy Clerk of the Privy Council and Associate Secretary to the Cabinet, Government of Canada
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11:15 a.m. EST
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Navigating New Challenges: Local Government in a Constantly Changing World
Description: Municipalities face no shortage of challenges. From aging infrastructure to housing scarcity, shrinking budgets and limited talent pools, municipal leaders are constantly being asked to do more with less. Provincial and federal governments are increasingly placing pressure on municipalities to respond to new and emerging challenges, while providing fewer supports than in the past. How are municipal leaders responding? How can public servants navigate an ever-changing environment to deliver high-quality services to residents and a positive work environment for their teams? This panel brings together some of Canada’s most senior leaders to discuss what municipalities need to do to respond to these challenges.
Speakers:
Shari Lichterman, City Manager and CAO, City of Mississauga
Cathie O’Toole, Chief Administrative Officer, Halifax Regional Municipality
Moderator:
Zac Spicer, Associate Professor, School of Public Policy and Administration, Head of New College, York University
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12:15 a.m. EST
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Revolutionizing Citizen Services and Fueling Canada’s Prosperity with AI
Description: Don't miss IPAC’s keynote panel on AI's boundless opportunity and potential for revolutionizing government services and Canada’s prosperity! Explore how AI is already reshaping how we serve Canadians and unlocking unprecedented efficiency and innovation. From streamlining workflows to enhancing citizen experiences, the opportunities are limitless. Join us to shape a future where technology empowers us to do more, better, and for the greater good, in service of Canadians from coast to coast. Secure your spot now and be at the forefront of this transformative conversation! #AIforGood #InnovateWithPurpose
Speakers:
John Weigelt, National Technology Officer, Microsoft Canada
Nadia Shaikh-Naeem, VP Programs, Microsoft
Doug Woodworth PhD, Executive Director, Innovation Integration Hub, Benefits Delivery Modernization (BDM), Service Canada / Employment and Social Development Canada, Government of Canada
Moderator:
Neil Desai, Executive Vice-President, Viral Nation Technology
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1:15 p.m. EST |
Break
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1:30 p.m. EST
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Authentic Conversations in a Virtual Environment
Description: Having difficult conversations can be, well, difficult. These hard in-person conversations can be cushioned by direct contact. In the hybrid world of work, having sensitive, authentic, and meaningful conversations can be especially challenging as the foundations on which relationships are built are thinner in a virtual workplace than in the office. This session offers participants concepts and frameworks by which to structure difficult conversations and the psychology behind them. You’ll learn why being honest at work is so hard to begin with. Participants will have the opportunity to apply these frameworks in breakout sessions so that they emerge with greater awareness, having practiced the communication skills essential to leaders in the new world of work.
Speakers:
Ellen Choi, Assistant Professor, Human Resource Management/Organizational Behaviour, Ted Rogers School of Management, Toronto Metropolitan University
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Enabling an affordable energy transition – learning from other jurisdictions
Description: Decarbonizing Canada’s energy system is a requirement of meeting our commitment to achieve net zero GHG emissions by 2050. It is a significant, multi-stakeholder challenge with impacts across governments, industries, and communities. Balancing the scale of the infrastructure and technology investment required with the need to provide clean, reliable, and affordable electricity to Canadians will be critical. While multiple pathways can be pursued, the energy transition will require policy and regulatory frameworks, financing and investment strategies, advanced technologies, and industry and community engagement. Leveraging global expertise, this panel will provide valuable insights and practical strategies for Canada's transition to a low-carbon and affordable energy system.
Speakers:
Erica Iannotti, Leader, Climate Equity and Environmental Justice, Deloitte US
Robby Sohi, Chief Operating Officer and Vice President, Markets and Reliability - Ontario’s Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO)
Moderator:
Mieka Buckley-Pearson, Partner, Infrastructure, Sustainability & Climate Change, Deloitte Canada
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Leading in disruptive times: How to lead through uncertainty and rapid change.
Description: Many would agree the last several years have been more tumultuous and unpredictable than any time in recent memory. We have learned a lot about how to respond to crises and where our collective shortcomings are. Preparing for and responding to disruption is more front of mind for leaders in the public and private sectors now than ever. This panel will explore recent disruptive events (across the spectrum of political, economic, social, technological, environmental) and how they and other leaders have successfully/unsuccessfully led through them. Key questions this panel will cover include: What did they learn about themselves? About leadership? Where have they seen excellent leadership in disruptive times? What are the critical skills leaders need now? What disruptions do they anticipate navigating in 2024? What changes can we anticipate in employment/skills, housing, climate change, and infrastructure in the next 5-10 years? How are leaders preparing for these changes now?
Speakers:
Leslie Woo, CEO, CivicAction
Pedro Barata, Executive Director, Future Skills Centre
Jeremy Hewitt, Assistant Deputy Minister, Climate Action Secretariat, Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy, Government of British Columbia
Moderator:
Samina Sami, CEO, COSTI
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2:30 p.m. EST |
Break
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2:45 p.m. EST
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Stories of Resilience and Impact: Women Redefining Leadership
Description: There is no denying that the workforce landscape is changing, and traditional approaches of leadership no longer align with the shifting terrain. Now, more than ever, we need new, flexible, and innovative leadership techniques that challenge the “top-down” conventional model. It’s up to leaders – and their teams – to adapt their approaches to an ever-evolving world where diverse viewpoints matter. In this session, you’ll hear from an all-female panel of senior leaders who will share their backgrounds and unique leadership perspectives. They’ll cover the aspects of their leadership styles that have shifted and adapted over the last few years and explore which parts have remained constant among an ever-changing workplace. Participants will learn how foundational values underpin success, which behaviours need to constantly evolve, and how an integrated approach is crucial for tackling new skills, embracing changes, and delivering powerful impact within the public sector and beyond.
Speakers:
Shannon Salter, Deputy Minister to the Premier, Cabinet Secretary and Head of the BC Public Service
Frances McRae, Deputy Minister, Women, Gender Equality and Youth, Government of Canada
Mary Madigan-Lee, Chief People Officer, City of Toronto
Moderator:
Tene Knibbs, Partner, Consulting, Deloitte Canada
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3:45 p.m. EST
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From Rhetoric to Reality - Real Solutions to Supply and Demand Challenges in Housing
Description: There is much conversation across the country about the Housing ‘crisis’ in Canada, where it originates, and how it must change. Join us for an insightful and provocative session addressing the Housing crisis in Canada where we will explore the strategies adopted by global leaders to tackle Housing challenges in their regions. This panel aims to provide participants with tangible and implementable solutions to Housing Supply and Demand issues. From increasing the Supply of High-Quality Housing through Sustainability approaches in Australia, to learning from effective Housing First Programs in the United States and around the world that combat homelessness and housing insecurity, you will take part in a conversation to shape the future of Housing solutions! Join us and learn more from Dan McKenna, CEO of Nightingale Housing in Australia, an organization that delivers homes that are socially, financially and environmentally sustainable, as well as Jennifer Shulman, Deloitte’s National Lead for Social Equity, who brings an Equity and Sustainability lens to the Housing ‘crisis’ and potential solutions.
Speakers:
Dan McKenna, CEO, Nightingale Housing
Jennifer Shulman, Partner, Financial Advisory & National Lead for Social Equity, Deloitte Canada
Moderator:
Deanna Veltri, Senior Manager, Public Sector Transformation, Deloitte Canada
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4:45 p.m. EST |
Closing Day Remarks
Speakers:
Jhannell Edwards, Strategic Communications Advisor, The Black Executives Network (BEN) Secretariat, Government of Canada
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