Learning to lead and stories from the trail! Journey with student leaders as they meet inspirational game changers. Go with us as we share experiences on our travels from Canada to Costa Rica and the places inbetween. Be along side as we take action.
Zach Fucale is a World Juniors and Memorial Cup champion! Originally drafted in the 2nd round of the 2013 NHL Draft by the Montréal Canadiens, Zach has went on to have a successful professional ice hockey career that includes stops in the NHL, AHL, ECHL, and the DEL. On top of this, Zach has competed for Team Canada at the Splenger Cup on multiple occasions, being a two time gold-medalist and selected to the All Star team. He is also a McCaig Elementary and Rosemere High School, Sir Wilfrid Laurier School Board alumni. Zach talks with Ascend Leadership alum Yanni about the qualities that make athletes better, creating positive and cohesive teams, and finding a personal system for success. Follow Zach: LIVING SISU: https://www.livingsisu.com/fr/ Instagram: @zach_fucale Twitter: @Fucale31 Ascend Leadership
Partners from across Canada have helped and contributed in an effort to foster positive school climate, encourage student engagement, and build school community during these challenging times. Segments include: O Canada – Rawdon Elementary What Is Remembrance Day? A message from Her Excellency The Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General of Canada A message from Tom Irvine, Dominion President of the Royal Canadian Legion A message from Minister of Veteran Affairs, The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay A message from Dr. Paul Kavanagh, Founder of Operation Veteran A message from 3PPCLI Interview with Cpl Geier – Rawdon Elementary Interview with Captain Bouchard – Joliette High School Life As An Army Kid – Olivia Hebert and Mr. Hebert – Squadron 100 Laval, Royal Canadian Air Cadets / Laval Senior Academy Interview with Cpl Admiral – Laval Junior Academy In Flanders Fields – Rawdon Elementary School, Laurentia Elementary School, Hillcrest Academy Highway of Heroes - Pierre Elliott Trudeau Elementary School, Grenville Elementary Last Post / Moment of Silence – Our Lady of Peace The Lament by Piper Sean Hurley, King's-Edgehill School, Windsor, Nova Scotia Special thanks to Bay Horse Media, Royal Canadian Legion, Operation Veteran, Participating Schools, Desjardins Caisse de Chomedey, 3rd Battalion Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry.
Candice Pollack is a game changer. In high school, she became a mobilizer for good. In Montreal, she led young people as they took a stand and action for important causes. She spoke on the We Day stage, she lead in the streets and in her community. As a young professional lawyer and Executive Director of AGE-WELL National Innovation Hub APPTA, Candice continues to demonstrate the values, determination, and integrity required of the next generation of leaders. Candice speaks with leadership alumni Bianca and SWLSB Spiritual Animator, Daniel Johnson about building teams, overcoming challenges, and seizing opportunities. Connect with Candice: LinkedIn: Candice Pollack Website: www.agewell-nih-appta.ca - Ascend Leadership
The incredibly talented Cindy Busby is the star of films and televisions series like Heartland, The Vampire Diaries, Supernatural, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Marrying Mr. Darcy and many more. Cindy talks with leadership alumni Bianca, Marilena, and Tahira about the road from high school to L.A. and what it takes to make it in the entertainment industry. This episode is a master class for those striving for a career in the arts. Instagram: (@cindy_busby) Facebook: (@cindybusbycindybusby) Ascend Leadership
Student leaders learn how to communicate effectively, address rising and emerging problems, and enable play. The leaders work on teams and help others to participate. Grade 5 and 6 students are invited to participate in leadership training and to take on responsibility for younger students in their school yard at recess and lunch times throughout the school year at participating Sir Wilfrid Laurier School Board elementary schools in partnership with CSSS. Ascend Leadership #studentleadership #leadfromthefront
Sam Beldie has autism but that is not what defines him. He is a musician, a leader and an aspiring public speaker who wants to better the world by spreading compassion and understanding. Valerie and Malorie are leadership alumni who ask Sam about how he went from trying to survive high school to leading the way as Student Council President in his final year. They are joined by Daniel Johnson on this episode. The Autism Experience, Sam Beldie, TEDx Youth Laval Ascend Leadership
Kelly Alexander wears many hats in the entertainment industry in Montreal. She is the host of the Kelly Alexander Show, Virgin Radio, CJAD 800, and an influencing personality on the music scene in Canada and North America. Leadership alumni Bianca and Alexandra ask Kelly about connecting, how the entertainment industry is changing, and how she navigates life on and off air. Alexandra and Bianca are joined by leadership alumni Valerie with the support of Sir Wilfrid Laurier School Board Spiritual Animator, Daniel Johnson on this episode. Connect with Kelly! Kelly Alexander Show Instagram (Fireside Thursdays) Virgin Radio 95.9 (Tuesday Trivia Night at 7:30 – Facebook LIVE)
Dr. Cale O’Keeffe is a doctor of internal medicine currently serving in New York State in the United States of America. Dr. O’Keeffe discusses with us some of the challenges that the COVID-19 crisis is generating in his community and shares a simple strategy to help us move forward one-step ahead at a time. Valerie conducts this interview and she is joined by leadership alumni Malorie, Tom and Bianca with the support of Sir Wilfrid Laurier School Board Spiritual Animator, Daniel Johnson on this episode. Valerie is currently a leader in the hospitality industry in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. ASCEND Leadership
Dr. Phil Vourtzoumis is a surgeon in London, Ontario and SWLSB alumni. We spoke to him about developing the proper mindset, and life balance to navigate a crisis. Valerie is a leadership alumnus and a professional leader in the hospitality industry in Montreal. Leadership alumni Bianca, Alexandra, and Tom are joined by Daniel Johnson on this episode. Surviving Residency (McGill Reporter) Ascend Leadership
Pushing through and navigating difficulty to reach success is breakfast for Tony O’Keeffe. He is a retired Royal Canadian Air Force Lieutenant-Colonel and a world-class Ironman and Ultraman athlete, coach, and champion, Tony knows how to create a recipe to overcome challenging times. He shares with us a little about developing skills to maintain and create balance mentally, physically, and emotionally in spite of obstacles. Bianca is a leadership and SWLSB alumni and is now studying law at Université de Montréal. Daniel Johnson and Cheryl Smith joined Boianca on the interview. Alumni Alexandra, Valerie, and Tom joined us on the podcast. ARTICLE: ULTRAMAN: What makes Tony Tick? ASCEND LEADERSHIP
On April 9, 2020 our Montreal Children's Hospital held a Facebook LIVE Questions and Answer session with Dr. Karatzios. This is a recording of that session. When are groceries safe to come into my home? Should I wear a facemask? and much more.. Dr. Christos Karatzios, MDCM, FRCPC, is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist. TEDx Youth Laval, Dr. Karatzios, Treating teenagers suffering from HIV_AID. ASCEND LEADERSHIP
In this episode, Dr. Karatzios explains what we know about COVID-19 and answers questions about what we can do to protect others and ourselves. Dr. Christos Karatzios, MDCM, FRCPC, is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist at the Montreal Children's Hospital. · Is it safe to go back to school? · When is a vaccine coming? · How does the virus COVID-19 work? Bianca is a leadership and SWLSB alumni and is now studying law at Université de Montréal. Alexandra is a leadership alumni who is studying at Concordia. Alumni Alexandra, Valerie, and Tom joined Daniel Johnson on this podcast episode. TEDx Youth Laval, Dr. Karatzios, Treating teenagers suffering from HIV_AID. ASCEND LEADERSHIP
Alejandro, Siena, Jessica, Kierra, and Andy are student leaders in grade 5 and 6 at Jules Verne Elementary School. They spent some time getting to know Ms. Diana Roy who is a lawyer and the president of Desjardins Caisse de Chomedey. Ms. Roy is also a lawyer and entrepreneur who has spent her life building green strategies at home and in her community. Our student leaders wanted to know how she has made a difference in her community of the years and what it takes to lead.
Apo Li Kali is an international recording artist who graduated from our schools. Abegayle, Michaela and Huda are student leaders who wanted to know what the journey has been like for Apo from the classroom, to recording studio, to the world stage. www.apollikali.com https://www.facebook.com/ApoLiKali/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kQqCl... CMP: https://www.facebook.com/CowboyMeetsP... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xK5AX...
Kayla, Zoey, Julia, and Kierra are grade 6 student leaders at Morin Heights Elementary. These emerging leaders took some time to share stories about some of the things that they have done this year in their school community. Leadership is a challenge that requires taking risks, serving others, and seeking out opportunities. These exceptional young leaders share their thoughts on the essential qualities that make great leaders as they look toward the future.
Dan O’Connor and Bradley Heaven are changing the game for people with disabilities through their company called All Access Life. Jennifer and Emily from Laval Senior Academy are joined by Abegayle from Laval Junior Academy to find out more. Bradley was born with spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy. I've been working alongside Brad for the past 10 years as his aide. Over the years we've built a very unique and everlasting friendship. Since Bradley is non-verbal we have our own way of communicating with his eye movements and body gestures. However, Bradley also uses technology to communicate with the use of switches located on both sides of his head as well as an eye tracker. Over the years we've seen the amazing effects technology has had on his life. He's already accomplished so much at his young age and has the technology to thank because of it. However, we've noticed how fast technology comes and goes, making it difficult to keep up with the current (sometimes superior) gadgets. Our goal is to create a website that updates the latest trends and movements in accessible technology, apps, and general information. Recorded live at the 2019 Advanced Student Leadership SUMMIT. https://www.allaccesslife.org/ Instagram: @allaccesslife
Caught in a political crisis facing Haiti that took over during her 2019 visit, Katherine and her team had to find a way to return home safely in the growing unrest that swept the country. Jennifer and Emily from Laval Senior Academy are joined by Abegayle from Laval Junior Academy spent some time with Katherine O’Neil who is a nurse that travels to places and to people who need help and support. Katherine obtained her DEC in Nursing from Vanier College and a Bachelor degree in Psychology from Trent University, Ontario. She began her nursing career in 1988 at the Montreal General and Catherine Booth Hospitals. In 2007, Katherine entered the field of Cosmetic Plastic Surgery. She has always had a passion for humanitarian work and in a recent visit to Haiti, had the opportunity to help with the needs of that community. Recorded live at the 2019 Advanced Student Leadership SUMMIT. Global News: Feb 18, 2019 https://globalnews.ca/video/4973708/we-left-a-piece-of-our-heart-back-in-haiti-says-canadian-nurse-after-evacuation March 3, 2019: https://globalnews.ca/video/5017696/montreal-nurse-flees-haiti-amid-civil-unrest
Join Tahira and Brandon as they meet Tim McAuliffe who is an award winning writer and producer of television shows like Corner Gas, This Hour Has 22 Minutes, Jimmy Fallon, The Office and many more. Tim share his insights about the writing process and how he became a writer for some of the best shows on TV. Tim also shares with us how successful leadership skills take shape behind the scenes in Hollywood. Tim McAuliffe – IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1635723/ Tahria and Brandon are Advanced Student Leaders in grade 10 at Laval Senior Academy. This interview was recorded LIVE as a part of the 2019 Advanced Student Leadership SUMMIT.
Walk with student-athletes Giuliano and Nicolas from Laval Senior Academy's football concentration program as they chat with 2016 Grey Cup Champion SCOTT MACDONELL about life, football, failure and the path to success. They talk about the journey that took Scott from losing a Grey Cup to winning one. Scott shares some stories as he actively thinks through and working on life’s challenges all the way to the CFL and beyond. Hear about how character is revealed through struggles and how the strength of a Mom who survived cancer twice can set the example to push beyond limitations. Be the answer to what’s needed! “Leadership is taking initiative to make a difference and inspiring others to do the same.”
Massimo and Antoine explore what it takes to be a complete hockey player with alumni and legend Mike Cuccinotta. Student-Athletes Massimo, who is in grade 6 at Souvenir Elementary, and Antoine, who is in grade 10 at Laval Senior Academy spent some time at the rink with Mike to talk about life, development, and doing what it takes to be successful. Mike is a Hockey Concentration alumni and has now graduated from McGill University where he continues to coach with the McGill University hockey team. Mike shares his passion for the game and leadership as a coach with Terry Fox Elementary and Souvenir Elementary as well.
Journey with Anastasia and Michaela as they speak with 2018 presenters as students host their press conference for the 2019 season. Young people are sharing ideas that are important to them through the TEDx Youth Laval platform. For us, Tedx Youth is a bilingual collaboration that helps emerging leaders find their voice!
Young people are transformed when they get involved in opportunities that inspire them to think outside of themselves. Hear from students, alumni, parents, teachers, and serving solders as we travel together and reflect on our journey. Join us on the bus as leaders reflect on 9 years of Remembrance Day journeys to Ottawa.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar made an impression Pierce. Lizzie Velasquez helped to inspire leaders to change their perspective in order to find a healthy and balanced worldview. Join our emerging leaders in grade 5 and 6 as they travel to Ottawa’s WE Day and hear a little about what they are learning as they journey on their leadership path.
Brigadier-General Wright is the Chief of Staff for Canadian Forces Intelligence Command. He took some time to talk about leadership with our Advanced Student Leaders in elementary, junior and senior high school at the PPCLI (Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry) Remembrance Day ceremony in Ottawa on November 11, 2018.
Kelly Alexander is an alumni who has interviewed everyone from Ed Sheeran and Lady Gaga to Canadian music sensation Serena Ryder. Kelly is the host of the successful Kelly Alexander Show podcast and YouTube shows and you can hear her on Montreal's' Virgin Radio and CJAD radio stations. Tahira is a grade 10 Advanced Student Leader at Laval Senior Academy and she got to sit down with Kelly to explore life and what it takes to be a broadcaster.
Captain Kimball is a leader that has served overseas, serves with PPCLI, and he oversees training at the Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School of the Canadian Armed Forces. Alexia is in grade 6 at Souvenir Elementary school and she has helped to oversee her schools’ Remembrance Day ceremonies.
Olivia's Dad served 30 years in the Canadian Armed Forces in different capacities and on different deployments. Being a military family is a different way of life. Olivia and Mr. Hebert give us a glimpse of some of the challenges and balance required when dedicated to service to our country. A reality for families in our school board.
Live from Pink In The City's (PitC) annual fundraiser called Raise Craze. Tiffany and Anastasia interview Elias, a fellow student, who shaved his head and became a PINK Champion! Tiffany speaks with the founder of PitC, alumnus Lawrence Vourtzoumis. Abegayle speaks with Dr. Karatzios about why he shaved his head. Brandon spends time with breast cancer patient Deborah Bridgeman. Pink In The City is a student created charity that supports the breast cancer clinic at our MUHC hospital and gives 100% of what is raised. These ASLeaders attend Laval Junior Academy and Laval Senior Academy.
Leo talks with Huda, who is a Laval Senior Academy's Student Council representative, and Vanessa, who is an ASLeadership alumni and President of the Vanier College, Student Association. All three are learning about using leadership opportunities to help others.
Grade 6 students at Souvenir Elementary, Alexia and Pierce, have been on a journey learning about how an alumni started a breast cancer charity called Pink In The City. At our MUHC hospital fundraiser for Pink In The City, called Raise Craze, Pierce shaved his head. Alexia finds out why...
Evelyne, grade 11, spent some time with women who are leading the way in the global IT community. Join her as she interviews Trish following a 'Women in IT' conference held at Insight Canada in Montreal, Quebec. Suzanne Gagliese, Vice President, One Commercial Partner, Microsoft Dee Ann Lama, Vice President Sales, Cisco Trish O’Keeffe, Senior Manager, Insight Canada Inc. Jenny Dho, Vice President Sales, WSP Global
Join grade 11 student, Huda, as she learns more about Ahmed, a fellow ASLeader, who has worked with refugees coming into Canada and gave an inspirational TEDx Youth Laval talk last spring.
Meet Advanced Student Leadership as we explore the tread marks left by today’s emerging leaders!