Podcasts about calgary food bank

Send us a textHappy Holidays Rounds Table Listeners! For our penultimate episode of 2024, we are back with a special treat! This week, Drs. Mike and John Fralick chat about the top five RCTs published over the past year:Finerenone in Heart Failure with Mildly Reduced or Preserved Ejection Fraction (0:00 – 3:40).Tirzepatide for the Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Obesity (3:40 – 9:00).Effects of Semaglutide on Chronic Kidney Disease in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes (9:00 – 13:55).Tirzepatide for Metabolic-Dysfunction Associated Steatohepatitis with Liver Fibrosis (13:55 – 20:00).Antibiotic Treatment for 7 versus 14 Days in Patients with Bloodstream Infections (the Balance Trial) (20:00 – 23:30).And for the Good Stuff:Toronto Star Santa Claus Fund, Calgary Food Bank, Epilepsy Canada (23:30 – 24:51).Questions? Comments? Feedback? We'd love to hear from you! @roundstable @InternAtWork @MedicinePodsSupport the show

Happy Holidays Rounds Table Listeners! For our penultimate episode of 2024, we are back with a special treat! This week, Drs. Mike and John Fralick chat about the top five RCTs published over the past year:Finerenone in Heart Failure with Mildly Reduced or Preserved Ejection Fraction (0:00 – 3:40).Tirzepatide for the Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Obesity (3:40 – 9:00).Effects of Semaglutide on Chronic Kidney Disease in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes (9:00 – 13:55).Tirzepatide for Metabolic-Dysfunction Associated Steatohepatitis with Liver Fibrosis (13:55 – 20:00).Antibiotic Treatment for 7 versus 14 Days in Patients with Bloodstream Infections (the Balance Trial) (20:00 – 23:30).And for the Good Stuff:Toronto Star Santa Claus Fund, Calgary Food Bank, Epilepsy Canada (23:30 – 24:51).Questions? Comments? Feedback? We'd love to hear from you! @roundstable @InternAtWork @MedicinePods

This week City Council voted to wind down the green line project following the province pulling funding. Is that the end of the green line saga or is there any hope to revive the project? We get the thoughts of Mayor Jyoti Gondek.   Next, biggest headline stateside this week was the arrest of Sean “P-Diddy” Combs following his arrest for alleged human trafficking in New York City this week. We get the latest on the charges against the musical mogul from Jackson Proskow, Global News Washington Bureau Chief. Finally, this year, the City-Wide Food Drive is going green! It's the annual campaign by the Calgary Food Bank to raise as much food and money as possible to help our community. We get details on how YOU can make a difference to those in need, and the ‘new look' of the drive this year from Melissa From, CEO of “The Calgary Food Bank”.

Renata Reid, a seasoned Sales Associate and Senior Vice President of Sales with 20+ years in Calgary's real estate scene. is a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Professional and Global Real Estate Advisor. She seamlessly blends marketing prowess with senior sales savvy. A Calgary resident for 21+ years, Renata brings an intimate grasp of the local market. Her commitment to excellence, coupled with a straightforward and sophisticated humor, sets her apart. Renata excels in tailored marketing and exceptional negotiation, making her the go-to for condos, residences, or luxury properties. Her approach combines thoughtful advice, honest opinions, and unwavering integrity. A top-performing senior agent, Renata fosters trust with her approachable personality. Committed to the community, she supports local organizations like The Calgary Emergency Women's Shelter, Canadian Christian Outreach, Rotary Club, Calgary Food Bank, and Mustard Seed. Renata's passion for unique open houses with live music and special guests adds flair to her real estate expertise. Strategic pricing and a touch of wit make her the ideal choice for those selling their homes. Active in running, kayaking, and cross-country skiing, Renata mirrors her enthusiasm for the communities she serves. Choosing Renata means a seasoned professional with a dash of wit for an enjoyable real estate journey. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada's economy. To support Canada's businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

Earlier this week, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced the move to restrict the number of low wage foreign workers in Canada. So, what needs to be done to make our country's ‘Temporary Foreign Worker' program function correctly? We tackle the topic with Mike Moffat, Senior Director of Policy and Innovation at the Smart Prosperity Institute. Next. Demand on Food Banks in Canada continues to rise, and here in Calgary our Food Bank is serving up to 750 families every single day. We look at the growing need for the Food Bank in our city and the latest data on ‘food insecurity' facing Calgarians, with Dr. Lucy Harry, Head of Research at the Calgary Food Bank. It'll be an early wake-up call for kids this week as they get back into the school routine. For some kids the new school year can be exciting, but it can also be a time of high stress and anxiety. We get some tips on how parents can help their kids get back into routine and navigate the challenges of the new year with Sarah Rosenfeld, Associate Director of Counselling Initiatives at the Calgary Counselling Centre.

Melissa From serves as the President and CEO of the Calgary Petroleum Club Bank, boasting a robust 20-year tenure in the nonprofit sector. Her career encompasses the establishment and expansion of the International Justice Mission, a startup nonprofit that has since flourished into a multi-million dollar organization dedicated to rescuing victims of slavery and forced prostitution internationally. Additionally, Melissa's impactful leadership at Junior Achievement, where she spearheaded fund development and later assumed the CEO role, underscores her profound commitment to community service. With an impressive background in nonprofit growth and community outreach, Melissa From brings invaluable expertise to the discussion on addressing food insecurity in Calgary. Her wealth of experience and strategic acumen position her as a pivotal voice in advocating for sustainable solutions to combat food scarcity in our city.In this episode, you will be able to:Explore how supporting Calgary community food scarcity can make a meaningful difference in people's lives.Discover the impactful role of Calgary Petroleum Club Bank in addressing food insecurity and creating positive change in the community.Uncover exciting nonprofit sector career opportunities that allow you to make a real difference in the fight against food insecurity in Calgary.Learn effective strategies for addressing food insecurity in Calgary and how you can play a part in this important cause.Find out about valuable collaboration opportunities for Calgary businesses to contribute to the fight against food insecurity and make a positive impact in the community.Get Connected With Melissa:https://www.calgaryfoodbank.comhttps://www.instagram.com/calgaryfoodbank/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/melissa_from_ab/?hl=enVisit www.calpeteclub.com for information on our next networking and membership opportunities.https://calpeteclub.com/https://twitter.com/calpeteclubhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/calgary-petroleum-club-3a5868117/https://www.facebook.com/calpeteclubhttps://www.youtube.com/user/calpeteclub

Greetings, & welcome back to the podcast. This episode we are joined by Jay Gohill - President & CEO of Arcurve - a private software development and services company based in Calgary, Alberta Canada.Arcurve helps clients with their technology and software needs in a wide variety of projects such as field invoicing & data capture, pipeline flow efficiency & drill speed optimization. Mr. Gohill co-founded Arcurve in 2006, as a self taught programmer with experience at Pandell Technologies , Schlumberger & Merak. Mr. Gohill is also the Board Chair of the Calgary Food Bank  & is a member of the Council of Canadian Innovators. Among other things we discussed Tech in Energy: How Software is Increasing Profits & Operational Efficiencies.Enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsGalatea TechnologiesNinepoint PartnersEnverusSupport the Show.

Melissa From, the CEO and President of Calgary Food Bank, joins Douglas Nelson, host, as she candidly shares the experience of taking over a from a long-serving legacy leader. She delves into the principles she follows in building the management team to lead the organization to its new chapter. Melissa From also explains how she aligns the board and her organization in embarking on strategic planning. Check out this episode to collect more nuggets of wisdom from Melissa From.

Remember when the Russian Invasion of Ukraine started and allied countries used economic sanctions to hamper Russia's ability to wage war? Well, that certainly didn't work, but why didn't it? We discuss the ‘golden' reason sanctions were not effective with Robert Huish, Professor in International Development Studies with Dalhousie University. Calgary isn't implementing water restrictions yet, but restrictions are likely coming soon as the seasonal forecast is calling for another dry Spring and Summer ahead for the city. We get an update on the situation with Tricia Stadnyk, Professor and Canada Research Chair in ‘Hydrologic Modelling' with the University of Calgary's Schulich School of Engineering.   Finally, a little food can go a long way! We get details on this year's Easter 'Fill The Jeep' Food Drive Campaign in support of the Calgary Food Bank. We get details on how you can lend a hand with Dr Martha Hart, event organizer and Founder of the Owen Hart Foundation.

According to Equifax Data, credit card debt is up 16 percent among Canadians. Are you feeling the pressure from mounting debt? We get some tips to help you get your ‘financial house' in order with Bruce Sellery, CEO of Credit Canada. ‌ Next, what ‘resources' are available in the city of Calgary for parents dealing with a teen who is “acting out”? We catch up with Mental Health Advocate Karen Gallagher-Burt for some advice on how to deal with the unique issues surrounding this ‘challenging' time for parents.   And finally, the stats are quite shocking. Last year, just under 150-thousand ‘hampers' were handed out by the Calgary Food Bank and they need your support to keep up with demand this year. We get details on the Food Bank's new “April Foods Day” campaign with Betty Jo Kaiser, Manager of Communication & Events with The Calgary Food Bank.

Eric John from Blue Willow Entertainment joined us for a phone interview to talk about an upcoming event at Trolley 5 on March 1st. "BWE presents: Prez Seth's Birthday Bash + Fundraiser for The Calgary Food Bank at Trolley 5! Tickets are $10 in advance, $20 at the door OR $15 with a food bank donation. Doors at 7PM with performances by: Kate Reid, Eric John, BlnkCadet, Nik Poli, and Cheyanne Summers."Playlist: Sunglaciers - CursedDoug Hoyer - The Words I've Said BeforeEric John - Time With YouWyzaker - The Lone WolfbRavenous, Uncle Fester, Ghettosocks - Unique FormulaJackie Art, Merkules - WorkThe Galacticas - Obsolescent HeartCrooked Spies - VanityNo Brainer - Lowest Common DenominatorToxic Fem - I'd Paint the Wall Red (If I had the time or the Guts)

Melissa From, President and CEO of the Calgary Food Bank, shares her experiences and insights on authentic leadership and the challenges of leading a nonprofit organization. She discusses the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on food security and the strategies she employs to build resilience in times of challenge. Melissa emphasizes the importance of collaboration, self-accountability, and visibility in leadership. She also highlights the need for work-life integration and the power of being an authentic leader. Join Melissa and host Joe Momoh for an inspiring conversation on leadership and making a difference in the nonprofit sector. YYCLEADERS.COM - GET YOUR FREE BOOK COPY

On today's show: how Albertans are coping with the rising cost of cars. CBC Data Journalist Robson Fletcher digs into it; we check in with an infectious disease specialist on the intense flu season we're having so far in Alberta; ahead of Blitz Day and our drive to raise one million dollars for the Calgary Food Bank, we hear from one father who needed help this year.

On this episode of Three Kitchens Podcast, we're talking with Heather Ramshaw, the Operations Manager at Highfield Regenerative Farm in Calgary, Alberta. The stewards of Highfield Farm largely focus on the revitalization of the land through regenerative farming practices and soil building, all for the goal of growing nutrient dense food and creating a safe and vibrant community space. Heather tells us all about regenerative agriculture and how this urban farming project in the city's industrial area provides a space for gathering and learning, and produces food for the community through the Alex Community Food Centre and the Calgary Food Bank. This episode it out just in time for a fundraising event on Oct 1, 2023. Head down to Highfield Regenerative Farm for Soupalicious! This harvest event, soup-sampling fundraiser supports the development of the community urban farm hub. Proceeds from Soupalicious support the sustainability of the farm project and the expansion of their programs. And who doesn't love soup?? We'll be posting soup recipes for you on the socials this week.  Join us here on Three Kitchens for a bonus episode following Soupalicious where we will tell you about all the soups we taste and the fun happenings at the event.  Episode Links~ Highfield Regenerative Farm~ Soupalicious Event~ Calgary Food Action Plan~ Compost Council of Canada~ Alex Community Food Centre~ ABC Bees~ Hands on Growing~ Common Digs Three Kitchens Podcast - a home cooking showCheck out our website where you can listen to all of our episodes, and find recipes on our blog (psst! there are even some extra recipes never discussed on the podcast!).www.threekitchenspodcast.comYou can support the show with a small donation at Buy Me A Coffee.Want to be a guest? We want to hear from you! Or join us on our socials!Instagram @three_kitchens_podcastFacebook @threekitchenspodcastYouTube @threekitchenspodcastDrop us a comment or give us a like - we'd love to hear from you!

Host Tyler Chisholm is joined by Melissa From, the CEO of the Calgary Food Bank. The conversation focuses on the positive impact of the Calvary Food Bank and the growing challenge of addressing food insecurity in the community. Melissa emphasizes volunteering, donating, and visiting the food bank's website to support their work. They also discuss upcoming stampede season events as opportunities to give back to the community. Melissa shares their experience as a new CEO and their plans for improving the organization. They discuss the need to balance implementing changes while ensuring the continued operation of food distribution.The episode is sponsored by Givesome, an online charitable giving platform that allows companies to engage with their employees to promote charitable giving. Visit their website to learn more: https://www.givesome.orgWe're on social media! Follow us for episodes you might have missed and key insights on Western Canada directly on your feeds.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collisionsyycLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/collisions-yycWebsite: https://www.collisionsyyc.comThank you for tuning into Collisions YYC!Remember to subscribe and follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode.If you loved the episode, please leave us a 5-star review and share the show with your friends!We sincerely appreciate your support of our local podcast.Host links:Tyler's Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/tylerchisholmTyler's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchisholmGuest links:Melissa From's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-fromCalgary Food Bank's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/calgary-food-bankCalgary Food Bank's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calgaryfoodbankCalgary Food Bank's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CalgaryFoodBankCalgary Food Bank's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/YYCFoodBankCalgary Food Bank's Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/calgaryfoodbankCollisions YYC is a Tyler Chisholm original production // Brought to you by clearmotive marketing

Welcome to a special LIVE edition of The Biz Dojo, recorded at the exciting "The Biz Dojam" event held at Tailgunner Brewing in Calgary! This episode is jam-packed with thought-provoking conversations on community, sports, seeking help from others, and the immense influence of social media.We had the honor of hosting a panel of distinguished guests for this episode. Our panelists included the inspiring Olympian Alysia Rissling, the dynamic Calgary Surge pro-basketball player Elijah Lufile, and the legendary Calgary entrepreneur Connor Curran. Their combined insights led to a rich dialogue about sport, business, community, and how they intersect in our lives.One of the highlights of the event was our successful fundraiser for the Calgary Food Bank. Thanks to the generosity of our attendees and listeners, we were able to raise over $1000 for the cause, with 100% of the proceeds going directly to the Food Bank. This episode is not just about robust conversation—it's about making a real difference.Join us as we delve into these fascinating topics, share laughs, and uncover lessons in this unique live setting. This episode is a testament to the power of community, the value of open discussion, and the impact we can make when we come together. Don't miss it!Of course, we also asked our question of the Season, brought to you by Bowness Soapworks, and added a few new tunes to our Spotify playlist! 

Not many of us have heard the term “Special Rapporteur” until recently. We speak with Brent Cameron – former Deputy Mayor of Central Frontenac, Ontario – and current Trade Policy Advisor – for an explanation as to where the term comes from – and what he thinks of the decision to appoint former Governor-General David Johnson to the role. Shelter is a basic need and right of everyone. With the high cost of living – how can we accurately define ‘affordable' in terms of our monthly expenses and how do we ensure no one is left in the cold? We discuss with Dr. Ron Kneebone, Professor of Economics at the School of Public Policy from the University of Calgary. It's a very creative way to make a difference in the lives of Calgarians in need. We catch up with Betty Jo Kaiser – Communications Coordinator with the Calgary Food Bank – for details on this year's “CanStruction” event – taking place this week at Southcentre Mall. Finally, with the high price of meat these days, rib-eye steak may not be an option on your shopping list….but can you take a ‘cheaper cut' and make it taste expensive? We discuss with Greg Keller – Owner of Calgary's “BonTon Meat Market”.  

This episode is brought to you by GRUBBED https://grubbed.com Ellen Parker is an award winning female leader and an active volunteer serving on a variety of Boards and Committees. She is a recipient of the Lieutenant Governor's Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee Medal for volunteerism, a Calgary Top 40 Under 40 and a recipient of the Mayors' Excellence Award. Ellen is the founder and CEO of PARKER PR and PARKER Media, a public relations firm and media firm based in Calgary, with clients across Canada. She has a proven track record of strong leadership and helping businesses thrive through creating and implementing thoughtful communications strategies. Prior to founding PARKER PR, Ellen worked in New York City for the Institute for Children and Poverty and for boutique PR firms. Ellen has worked for the Alberta Government, Word Fest: Banff Calgary International Writers Festival, the Calgary Food Bank and the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra. Ellen is the Chair of the Hillhurst Community School Council Board of Directors, a Director on the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra Foundation Board of Trustees, a Corporate Board Director for CH Financial and a Board Director for the Ranchmen's Club, as well as a Committee Member for the Mount Royal University Public Relations Advisory and a Committee Member for the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra Society's Ad Astra Campaign. Ellen is most proud of her family - including her parents, husband and her two boys, her team at PARKER PR and her commitment to volunteerism. Learn more at: https://parkerpr.ca/

We're getting ready for the holidays here at The Biz Dojo, and what better way than to celebrate the Parade of Christmas Trees hosted by Bracko Home Furniture and Matresses. This incredible event brings together charities from across #YYC to decorate Christmas trees throughout the store. Then, the public can vote for their favourite tree by placing a donation of a non-perishable food item underneath. At the end of the month, the top 3 charities will win a monetary prize and all donations go to The Calgary Food Bank. There are so many great charities involved -- it's hard to pick just one. So, we recommend you pick up as many non-perishable items as you can and swing on down to Bracko Home Furniture and Mattresses. You can place a donation under a tree from: Rotary Partners GroupCP Kids & Families SabisKidsportHighbanks SocietyInn from the ColdWomen in Need SocityBreaking Free FoundationBrown Bagging For KidsHockey Education Reaching Out SocietySupport the showThe Biz Dojo - Podcast, Production & Professional CoachingWebsite | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter

Health care wait times in Canada have increased almost 200 percent over the last twenty years. How does Alberta compare to the rest of the country when it comes to wait times, and what can be done to address the issue? We discuss with Bacchus Barua, Director of the Fraser Institute's Centre for Health Policy Studies.   Next, we take a look at the controversy surrounding Bill-C21. What type of firearms are being targeted by the Bill and what impact will it have on the average gun owner? We get a breakdown from Dr. Noah Schwartz, Professor of Political Science from the University of the Fraser Valley.   The Calgary Food Bank needs your help this holiday season! From record high inflation to rising costs at grocery stores. Our “on-air contributor” Dave McIvor takes a look at the high demand at the Food Bank ahead of the holidays and what we can do as Calgarians to lend a hand.    Finally, 380 million dollars has been lost due to online shopping scams in North America so far in 2022. Before you make that online purchase this holiday season, make sure you're protecting your personal data! We discuss the “12 Scams of Christmas” with Mary O'Sullivan-Andersen, President and CEO of the BBB serving Southern Alberta and East Kootenay region.

Shawna Ogston, communications, Calgary Food Bank

On today's show, we chat about the Royal Funeral with Ireland Murray, an Edmontonian in London. Plus, Dan McTeague, President, Canadians for Affordable Energy breaks down the cost of gas and explains why the price varies across Alberta. And, Shawna Ogston from the Calgary Food Bank discusses how the cost of food has impacted the food bank.

You can help the Stampeders "tackle hunger" this weekend when the Stamps take on the BC Lions! Saturday is the annual "Purolator Tackle Hunger Food Drive" in partnership with the Calgary Food Bank. With the details we spoke with Stamps Wide Receiver and two-time West Division All Star, Kamar Jorden. Purolattortacklehungerchallenge.com

Former President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate was raided by the FBI this week and he invoked his Fifth Amendment rights during an related deposition. We got all the details on American politics from Jackson Proskow, Global News Washington Bureau Chief. You can help the Stampeders "tackle hunger" this weekend when the Stamps take on the BC Lions! Saturday is the annual "Purolator Tackle Hunger Food Drive" in partnership with the Calgary Food Bank, and the teams rep for the event is Wide Receiver and two-time West Division All Star, Kamar Jorden, who joined us to break it down.   Its International Youth Day and TELUS has launched its "Friendly Future Maker Awards." With insight into the contest, MWSA producer Reece Schafer spoke with Nimmi Kanji from Telus.   And the JC Anderson Memorial Golf Tournament is coming up August 25, and there's still some space if you and your pals want to hit the links AND help out Camp Easter Seals. We got details from Golf Pro, Tiffany Gordon

On today's show, why is China “buzzing” Canadian and Australian planes? We ask Margaret McCuaig-Johnston, a senior fellow at the University of Ottawa Institute for Science. Plus, the Dutch man accused of cyberbullying B.C. teen Amanda Todd is in court. We chat with Kaitlynn Mendes, an associate professor of sociology at Western University and the Canada Research Chair in Inequality and Gender, who contends what Todd and others have experienced online is not cyberbullying — but rather, technology facilitated sexual violence and harassment. Also, could Canada follow the European Union and force tech companies to pick just one charging format for cellphones? We ask Tim Silk, an associate professor of marketing at the University of British Columbia. And we chat with Shawna Ogston, with the Calgary Food Bank, about how food banks across the country feeling the pinch as the price of basically everything soars. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We begin with a look at the Federal Government's “Action Plan” to address violence against Indigenous Women. We get reaction to the plan from Lynne Groulx CEO of the “Native Women's Association of Canada”.  She explains why her organization is giving the Government a “failing grade” on the document. How much do you know about “Monkeypox”? We catch up with Dr. Ted Jablonski, our “on-call family physician” for details on what you need to know about the latest viral outbreak and just how serious of a health risk it is. It's a ‘grim' summer ahead for Canadian Food Banks.  That from a new report released on Monday. We get reaction to the report and suggestions on what Calgarians can do to lend a hand to those in need from James McAra, President and CEO of “The Calgary Food Bank”. And finally, it's another edition of “Motivational Monday”, a chance to get you motivated, today and beyond! This time out we speak with singer, songwriter and author Colleen Kelba, who shares her personal story of learning how to “Inhale”.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

About the Series  Charter: A Course is a podcast created by the David Asper Centre for Constitutional Rights (the Asper Centre)  and hosted by the Asper Centre's Executive Director Cheryl Milne.  Charter: A Course focuses on Canadian constitutional law and litigation. In each episode, we highlight the  accomplishments of U of T Law's faculty and alumni involved in leading constitutional cases and issues. Each  episode also includes a “Practice Corner,” where we talk about the ins and outs of what it means to be a  constitutional litigator.   Whether you are a law student, a lawyer, or just an interested person, we hope that you learn about an aspect  of constitutional law and litigation that interests you in our podcast.  Episode 6 Show Notes  Section 15 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms states that every individual is equal before and under the law and has the right to the equal protection and equal benefit of the  law without discrimination based on race, national or ethnic origin, color, religion, sex, age or mental or physical  disability.  With the help of our distinguished guests, constitutional litigators Mary Eberts and Jonathan Rudin (author of Indigenous People and the Criminal Justice System: A Practitioner's Handbook) we trace the history of Section 15 and its development in Supreme Court of Canada jurisprudence, as well as its use in furthering the efforts to realize substantive equality for Indigenous peoples in Canada, in particular in the criminal justice system.   Mary and Jonathan also share their thoughts about the value of interveners in Charter litigation in Canada.   Find a full transcript of this episode HERE.  Case Links  In this episode, the following cases were discussed:  Fraser v. Canada (Attorney General), 2020 SCC 28 (CanLII)  Attorney General of Canada v. Lavell, 1973 CanLII 175 (SCC), [1974] SCR 1349  The Queen v. Drybones, 1969 CanLII 1 (SCC), [1970] SCR 282  Corbiere v. Canada (Minister of Indian and Northern Affairs), 1999 CanLII 687 (SCC), [1999] 2 SCR 203 Lovelace v. Ontario, 2000 SCC 37 (CanLII), [2000] 1 SCR 950 R. v. Kapp, 2008 SCC 41 (CanLII), [2008] 2 SCR 483 Law v. Canada (Minister of Employment and Immigration), 1999 CanLII 675 (SCC), [1999] 1 SCR 497 Alberta (Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development) v. Cunningham, 2011 SCC 37 (CanLII), [2011] 2 SCR 670 Kahkewistahaw First Nation v. Taypotat, 2015 SCC 30 (CanLII), [2015] 2 SCR 548 R. v. Gladue, 1999 CanLII 679 (SCC), [1999] 1 SCR 68 R. v. Ipeelee, 2012 SCC 13 (CanLII), [2012] 1 SCR 433 R. v. Sharma, 2020 ONCA 478 (CanLII) About the Asper Centre  The Asper Centre, a part of the University of Toronto's Faculty of Law since 2008, is devoted to realizing  constitutional rights through advocacy, research and education. The Centre aims to play a vital role in  articulating Canada's constitutional vision to the broader world. The cornerstone of the Centre is a legal clinic  that brings together students, faculty and members of the bar to work on significant constitutional cases and  advocacy initiatives. The Centre was established through a generous gift from U of T law alumnus David  Asper (LLM '07).  Thank You's  Charter: A Course is proudly sponsored by the University of Toronto's affinity partners: MBNA and TD Insurance. We would like to thank each of our sponsors, and you can discover the benefits of affinity products at  bit.ly/affinity-offers.   We would like to thank the creators of our theme music for Charter: A Course. Constitutional law  professor Howie Kislowicz and law professor Rob Currie gave us the licence to use their constitutional law shanty  in exchange for a donation to the Calgary Food Bank. The song's performers are: Vanessa Carroll, Rob Currie,  Howie Kislowicz, Avinash Kowshik, Anna Lund, Patricia Paradis, Elin Sigurdson, Lyle Skinner, and Dave Wright.  You can listen to the entire shanty here: Charter a Course. Please consider contributing to your local food bank!  Thank you to Flint Patterson, JD student at the University of Toronto Faculty of Law, for his contributions to the production of this episode.  Thank you to our wonderful guests on this episode, Mary Eberts and Jonathan Rudin! Thank you to our audio editor Liam Morrison of Bell Room Media Solutions.  Lastly, we are very grateful to you, our listeners, for taking the time to join us on this voyage as we  charter a course into podcasting!

About the Series  Charter: A Course is a podcast created by the David Asper Centre for Constitutional Rights (the Asper Centre) and hosted by the Asper Centre's Executive Director Cheryl Milne.  Charter: A Course focuses on Canadian constitutional law and litigation. In each episode, we highlight the accomplishments of U of T Law's faculty and alumni involved in leading constitutional cases and issues. Each episode also includes a “Practice Corner,” where we talk about the ins and outs of what it means to be a constitutional litigator.   Whether you are a law student, a lawyer, or just an interested person, we hope that you learn about an aspect of constitutional law and litigation that interests you in our podcast. Episode 5 Show Notes  Section 7 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms guarantees that every person has the right to life, liberty, and security of the person, except in accordance with the principles of fundamental justice.  This episode focuses on s. 7 of the Charter, climate change litigation and constitutional remedies in these cases.   In this episode, we speak with lawyer and former Constitutional Litigator-in-Residence at the Asper Centre, Nader Hasan about the meaning and purpose of section 7 in the context of climate change and government action/inaction, and as it relates to protecting the environment for future generations. Nader is legal counsel for the applicants in the Mathur v Ontario climate change litigation (see case link below), which he discusses in this episode. In this episode's “Practice Corner”(starting at 38:30), we speak with University of Toronto Faculty of Law Professor Kent Roach about constitutional remedies as a core aspect of charter litigation. Kent is the author of Constitutional Remedies in Canada (Carswell, 2013) and has recently published an article on judicial remedies in climate change litigation internationally. Find a full transcript of this episode HERE. Case Links In this episode, the following cases were discussed: Gosselin v. Québec (Attorney General), 2002 SCC 84 (CanLII) Mathur v. Ontario, 2020 ONSC 6918 La Rose v Her Majesty the Queen 2020 FC 1008 Urgenda Foundation v. State of the Netherlands, 2015 Tanudjaja v. Canada (Attorney General), 2014 ONCA 852 (CanLII) Doucet-Boudreau v. Nova Scotia (Minister of Education), 2003 SCC 62 (CanLII) About the Asper Centre  The Asper Centre, a part of the University of Toronto's Faculty of Law since 2008, is devoted to realizing constitutional rights through advocacy, research and education. The Centre aims to play a vital role in articulating Canada's constitutional vision to the broader world. The cornerstone of the Centre is a legal clinic that brings together students, faculty and members of the bar to work on significant constitutional cases and advocacy initiatives. The Centre was established through a generous gift from U of T law alumnus David Asper (LLM '07).  Thank You's Charter: A Course is proudly sponsored by the University of Toronto's affinity partners: MBNA and TD Insurance. We would like to thank each of our sponsors, and you can discover the benefits of affinity products at bit.ly/affinity-offers. We would like to thank the creators of our theme music for Charter: A Course. Constitutional law professor Howie Kislowicz and law professor Rob Currie gave us the licence to use their constitutional law shanty in exchange for a donation to the Calgary Food Bank. The song's performers are: Vanessa Carroll, Rob Currie, Howie Kislowicz, Avinash Kowshik, Anna Lund, Patricia Paradis, Elin Sigurdson, Lyle Skinner, and Dave Wright. You can listen to the entire shanty here: Charter a Course.  Please consider contributing to your local food bank!  Thank you to Szymon Rodomar and Flint Patterson, JD students at the U of T Faculty of Law, for their immense contributions to the production of this episode.  Thank you to our wonderful guests on this episode, Nader Hasan and Professor Kent Roach! Thank you to our audio editor Liam Morrison of Bell Room Media Solutions.  Lastly, we are very grateful to you, our listeners, for taking the time to join us on this voyage as we charter a course into podcasting! 

About the Series  Charter: A Course is a podcast created by the David Asper Centre for Constitutional Rights (the Asper Centre) and hosted by the Asper Centre's Executive Director Cheryl Milne.  Charter: A Course focuses on Canadian constitutional law and litigation. In each episode, we highlight the accomplishments of U of T Law's faculty and alumni involved in leading constitutional cases and issues. Each episode also includes a “Practice Corner,” where we talk about the ins and outs of what it means to be a constitutional litigator.   Whether you are a law student, a lawyer, or just an interested person, we hope that you learn about an aspect of constitutional law and litigation that interests you in our podcast. Show Notes  This episode focuses on freedom of religion and the role of interveners in landmark cases concerning religious freedom.  Section 2 of the Charter sets out that everyone has four fundamental freedoms, one of which is freedom of conscience and religion in clause 2(a). In this episode, we learn about the different ways in which the court has viewed freedom of religion in the past and the implications of those different views, from University of Calgary Professor Howard Kislowicz. We also hear from Howie about the extent to which interveners can be said to have improved the quality of court decisions, concerning freedom of religion, and the extent to which interveners can be said to have promoted the legitimacy and acceptability of those decisions.  In this episode's Practice Corner, we talk about the process and practice of intervening in appeals at the Supreme Court of Canada with lawyer,  Adriel Weaver. Find a full transcript of this episode HERE. Time Markers Due to the extended length of this episode (the content was too compelling to cut down!) we're happy to include the following “time markers” to allow the listener to easily find specific segments of the conversation:  At 3:13, Howie and Cheryl discuss Howie's musical endeavours including how he created the theme song to our podcast, Charter: A Course.  At 7:59, Howie's discussion about Freedom of Religion cases begins At 12:41 the cross-cultural communication aspect in these cases is discussed At 15:50 the Multani case At 18:05 the Amselem case At 21:53 the Hutterian Brethren case At 36:20 the Ktunaxa Nation case At 46:09 discussion about Howie's research on the impact of interveners in religious freedom cases At 59:13 “Practice Corner” segment with Adriel Weaver on the practice and process of interventions in constitutional litigation begins At 59:59 the Trinity Western cases At 1:09:48 the purpose of interveners; written vs oral submissions At 1:12:37 the Sharma case; trial level vs appellate court interventions At 1:15:41 key practice tips essential to a good intervention At 1:17:20 Asper Centre intervention in the Bedford case At 1:19:55 Intervention by EGALE in Egan case At 1:21:45 the 10-page factum and 5-minute submissions by interveners Case Links In this episode, the following cases were discussed: Trinity Western University v. Law Society of Upper Canada, 2018 SCC 33 (CanLII) Multani v. Commission scolaire Marguerite-Bourgeoys, 2006 SCC 6 (CanLII)  Syndicat Northcrest v. Amselem, 2004 SCC 47 (CanLII) Alberta v. Hutterian Brethren of Wilson Colony, 2009 SCC 37 (CanLII) Ktunaxa Nation v. British Columbia (Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations), 2017 SCC 54 (CanLII) R v. Oakes, 1986 CanLII 46 (SCC) R v. Sharma, 2020 ONCA 478 (CanLII) Canada (Attorney General) v. Bedford, 2013 SCC 72 (CanLII) Egan v. Canada, 1995 CanLII 98 (SCC) About the Asper Centre  The Asper Centre, a part of the University of Toronto's Faculty of Law since 2008, is devoted to realizing constitutional rights through advocacy, research and education. The Centre aims to play a vital role in articulating Canada's constitutional vision to the broader world. The cornerstone of the Centre is a legal clinic that brings together students, faculty and members of the bar to work on significant constitutional cases and advocacy initiatives. The Centre was established through a generous gift from U of T law alumnus David Asper (LLM '07).  Thank You's Charter: A Course is proudly sponsored by the University of Toronto's affinity partners: MBNA and TD Insurance. We would like to thank each of our sponsors, and you can discover the benefits of affinity products at bit.ly/affinity-offers.  We would like to thank the creators of our theme music for Charter: A Course. Constitutional law professor Howie Kislowicz and law professor Rob Currie gave us the licence to use their constitutional law shanty in exchange for a donation to the Calgary Food Bank. The song's performers are: Vanessa Carroll, Rob Currie, Howie Kislowicz, Avinash Kowshik, Anna Lund, Patricia Paradis, Elin Sigurdson, Lyle Skinner, and Dave Wright. You can listen to the entire shanty here: Charter a Course.  Please consider contributing to your local food bank!  Thank you to Szymon Rodomar and Flint Patterson, JD students at the U of T Faculty of Law, for their immense contributions to the production of this episode.  Thank you to our wonderful guests on this episode, Howie Kislowicz and Adriel Weaver! Thank you to our audio editor Liam Morrison of Bell Room Media Solutions.  Lastly, we are very grateful to you, our listeners, for taking the time to join us on this voyage as we charter a course into podcasting! 

About the Series  Charter: A Course is a podcast created by the David Asper Centre for Constitutional Rights (the Asper Centre) and hosted by the Asper Centre's Executive Director Cheryl Milne.  Charter: A Course focuses on Canadian constitutional law and litigation. In each episode, we highlight the accomplishments of U of T Law's faculty and alumni involved in leading constitutional cases and issues. Each episode also includes a “Practice Corner,” where we talk about the ins and outs of what it means to be a constitutional litigator.   Whether you are a law student, a lawyer, or just an interested person, we hope that you learn about an aspect of constitutional law and litigation that interests you in our podcast. Show Notes  Section 11 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms provides a list of rights for persons charged with a crime. These include, but are not limited to, the right to be tried within a reasonable period of time, under section 11(b), the right to be presumed innocent until proven guilty under section 11d, and the right to the benefit of a trial by jury, where the maximum penalty for the offense is imprisonment for five years, or even more severe punishment, under section 11(f). In this episode we speak with Kent Roach, Professor of Law at the University of Toronto and lawyer Christa Big Canoe, Legal Director of Aboriginal Legal Services in Toronto, about jury fairness in Canada, the impact of the Supreme Court's recent decision in R v Chouhan and the way in which the court's current understanding of jury selection informs the right to a jury that is representative of the community. The conversation also turns to equality rights, jury representation, and the experiences of indigenous people when it comes to juries. Lastly, in this episode's “Practice Corner” we speak with lawyer Janani Shanmuganathan about some of the practicalities of jury selection from the perspective of a criminal defense lawyer. Find a full transcript of this episode HERE. Case and Reference Links In this episode, the following cases/laws were discussed: R v Chouhan, 2021 SCC 26 (Canlii) R v Kokopenance, 2015 SCC 25 (Canlii) Bill C-75 - An Act to amend the Criminal Code, the Youth Criminal Justice Act and other Acts and to make consequential amendments to other Acts R v Stanley, 2018 SKQB 27 (Canlii) About the Asper Centre  The Asper Centre, a part of the University of Toronto's Faculty of Law since 2008, is devoted to realizing constitutional rights through advocacy, research and education. The Centre aims to play a vital role in articulating Canada's constitutional vision to the broader world. The cornerstone of the Centre is a legal clinic that brings together students, faculty and members of the bar to work on significant constitutional cases and advocacy initiatives. The Centre was established through a generous gift from U of T law alumnus David Asper (LLM '07).  Thank You's Charter: A Course is proudly sponsored by the University of Toronto's affinity partners: MBNA and TD Insurance. We would like to thank each of our sponsors, and you can discover the benefits of affinity products at bit.ly/affinity-offers. We would like to thank the creators of our theme music for Charter: A Course. Constitutional law professor Howie Kislowicz and law professor Rob Currie gave us the licence to use their constitutional law shanty in exchange for a donation to the Calgary Food Bank. The song's performers are: Vanessa Carroll, Rob Currie, Howie Kislowicz, Avinash Kowshik, Anna Lund, Patricia Paradis, Elin Sigurdson, Lyle Skinner, and Dave Wright. You can listen to the entire shanty here: Charter a Course.  Please consider contributing to your local food bank!  Thank you to Szymon Rodomar and Flint Patterson, JD students at the U of T Faculty of Law, for their immense contributions to the production of this episode.   Thank you to our wonderful guests on this episode, Kent Roach, Christa Big Canoe and Janani Shanmuganathan.  Thank you to our audio editor Liam Morrison of Bell Room Media Solutions.  Lastly, we are very grateful to you, our listeners, for taking the time to join us on this voyage as we charter a course into podcasting! 

About the Series  Charter: A Course is a podcast created by the David Asper Centre for Constitutional Rights (the Asper Centre) and hosted by the Asper Centre's Executive Director Cheryl Milne.  Charter: A Course focuses on Canadian constitutional law and litigation. In each episode, we highlight the accomplishments of U of T Law's faculty and alumni involved in leading constitutional cases and issues. Each episode also includes a “Practice Corner,” where we talk about the ins and outs of what it means to be a constitutional litigator.   Whether you are a law student, a lawyer, or just an interested person, we hope that you learn about an aspect of constitutional law and litigation that interests you in our podcast. Show Notes  This episode focuses on various Charter rights in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. Section 6 (1) of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms confers the right to enter, remain in and leave Canada upon every citizen of Canada. Section 6(2) provides citizens and permanent residents with the right to move and take up residence and to pursue a livelihood in any province. Over the past year and a half, some provinces, including Ontario, have restricted movement across provincial borders. Other legal responses, or lack of responses, from government might also implicate section 7 rights to life, liberty and security of the person, while vaccine mandates raise questions about equality rights under section 15 or freedom of conscience and religion under section 2(a); and arguments have been made that restrictions on gathering affect those rights as well as the right to assembly under section 2(c) or association under 2(d).  We'll hear about the complicated relationship between our Charter and the government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic from Abby Deshman and Nathalie des Rosiers. We'll also hear a bit more about a topic we covered in our first episode: section 1 of the Charter. Particularly, whether the Oakes test is too strict in the context of an emergency such as the COVID-19 pandemic. To close things off, in our “Practice Corner,” we'll hear from two recent U of T law graduates, Geri Angelova and Hana Awwad, regarding their experience participating in the law school's Grand Moot earlier this year, which was on the topic of the constitutionality of mandatory vaccinations.   Find a full transcript of this episode here: https://aspercentre.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Episode-2-Covid-19-TRANSCRIPT.pdf Case Links In this episode, the following Supreme Court of Canada constitutional law decision was discussed: R v. Oakes, 1986 CanLII 46 (SCC), [1986] 1 SCR 103 About the Asper Centre  The Asper Centre, a part of the University of Toronto's Faculty of Law since 2008, is devoted to realizing constitutional rights through advocacy, research and education. The Centre aims to play a vital role in articulating Canada's constitutional vision to the broader world. The cornerstone of the Centre is a legal clinic that brings together students, faculty and members of the bar to work on significant constitutional cases and advocacy initiatives. The Centre was established through a generous gift from U of T law alumnus David Asper (LLM '07).  Thank You's Charter: A Course is proudly sponsored by the University of Toronto's affinity partners: MBNA and TD Insurance. We would like to thank each of our sponsors, and you can discover the benefits of affinity products at affinity.utoronto.ca. We would like to thank the creators of our theme music for Charter: A Course. Constitutional law professor Howie Kislowicz and law professor Rob Currie gave us the licence to use their constitutional law shanty in exchange for a donation to the Calgary Food Bank. The song's performers are: Vanessa Carroll, Rob Currie, Howie Kislowicz, Avinash Kowshik, Anna Lund, Patricia Paradis, Elin Sigurdson, Lyle Skinner, and Dave Wright. You can listen to the entire shanty here: Charter a Course.  Please consider contributing to your local food bank!  Thank you to Szymon Rodomar and Flint Patterson, JD students at the U of T Faculty of Law, for their immense contributions to the production of this episode.  Thank you to our wonderful guests on this episode, Nathalie des Rosiers, Abby Deshman, Geri Angelova and Hana Awwad.  Thank you to our audio editor Liam Morrison of Bell Room Media Solutions.  Lastly, we are very grateful to you, our listeners, for taking the time to join us on this voyage as we charter a course into podcasting!   

About the Series  Charter: A Course is a podcast created by the David Asper Centre for Constitutional Rights (the Asper Centre) and hosted by the Asper Centre's Executive Director Cheryl Milne. Charter: A Course focuses on Canadian constitutional law and litigation. In each episode, we highlight the accomplishments of U of T Law's faculty and alumni involved in leading constitutional cases and issues. Each episode also includes a “Practice Corner,” where we talk about the ins and outs of what it means to be a constitutional litigator.   Whether you are a law student, a lawyer, or just an interested person, we hope that you learn about an aspect of constitutional law and litigation that interests you in our podcast. Show Notes  In this episode, we begin our exploration of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms with a conversation about section 1, which sets out that the rights in the Charter are subject to limits, or as the section says, “reasonable limits that are demonstrably justifiable in a free and democratic society.” We are privileged to speak with scholar and U of T alumnus Professor Jacob Weinrib. During our “Practice Corner,” we speak with constitutional litigator and U of T Law alumnus Padraic Ryan.  Find a full transcript of this episode here: https://aspercentre.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Section-1-Episode-Transcripts.pdf Case Links The following SCC constitutional law decisions were discussed in this episode:  R. v. Oakes, 1986 CanLII 46 (SCC), [1986] 1 SCR 103 Gillian Frank, et al. v. Attorney General of Canada (2016) Newfoundland (Treasury Board) v. N.A.P.E., 2004 SCC 66 (CanLII), [2004] 3 SCR 381 About the Asper Centre   The Asper Centre, a part of the University of Toronto's Faculty of Law since 2008, is devoted to realizing constitutional rights through advocacy, research and education. The Centre aims to play a vital role in articulating Canada's constitutional vision to the broader world. The cornerstone of the Centre is a legal clinic that brings together students, faculty and members of the bar to work on significant constitutional cases and advocacy initiatives. The Centre was established through a generous gift from U of Tlaw alumnus David Asper (LLM '07).  Thank You's Charter: A Course is proudly sponsored by the University of Toronto's affinity partners: MBNA and TD Insurance. We would like to thank each of our sponsors, and you can discover the benefits of affinity products at affinity.utoronto.ca. We would like to thank the creators of our theme music for Charter: A Course. Constitutional law professor Howie Kislowicz and law professor Rob Currie gave us the licence to use their constitutional law shanty in exchange for a donation to the Calgary Food Bank. The song's performers are: Vanessa Carroll, Rob Currie, Howie Kislowicz, Avinash Kowshik, Anna Lund, Patricia Paradis, Elin Sigurdson, Lyle Skinner, and Dave Wright. You can listen to the entire song here: Charter a Course.  Please consider contributing to your local food bank!  Thank you to Szymon Rodomar and Flint Patterson, JD students at the U of T Faculty of Law, for their immense contributions to the production of this episode.  Thank you to our wonderful guests on this episode, Professor Jacob Weinrib and Padraic Ryan.  Thank you to our audio editor Liam Morrison of Bell Room Media Solutions.  Lastly, we are very grateful to you, our listeners, for taking the time to join us on this voyage as we charter a course into podcasting!

We begin with our weekly conversation with Mayor Naheed Nenshi. This week, the Mayor shared his thoughts on the Provincial Government's re-introduction of restrictions to battle COVID-19, and the newly announced Vaccine Exemption Program. Next we catch up with David Akin Global News Chief Political Correspondent. With just three days until the Federal Election, we get the latest from the campaign trail which is certain to ‘heat up' on the final stretch to Monday. Then we head stateside for a conversation with Jackson Proskow, Global News Washington Bureau Chief. We get details on the “Right Wing” Rally taking place Saturday at the Capitol Building in Washington. And finally, it's your chance to lend a hand to those in need. What you need to know about the Calgary Food Bank's city-wide food drive this weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode  we're happy to share more about our Summer of Support campaign, which is our annual charitable giving event in the communities we operate in. In this episode Michael Gill and Twyla Risby, sit down with Shawna Ogerton of the Calgary Food Bank; to put a spot light on the incredible work the Calgary Food Bank does regarding food security for Calgarians, as well as how Calgarians can continue to support this local charitable organization. Our next podcast will also focus on our Summer of Support, highlighting the important work FASSY does in the Yukon, another community Helios operates in and is very proud to give back to.

Ellen Parker is a pillar in the Calgary community as a leader and an active volunteer - serving on a variety of Boards and Committees. Ellen Parker is the founder and CEO of PARKER PR, the public relations firm based in Calgary with clients across Canada and in New York City. She has a proven track record of strong leadership and helping businesses thrive through creating and implementing thoughtful communication strategies. Prior to founding PARKER PR, Ellen worked in New York City for the Institute for Children and Poverty and for boutique PR firms representing a variety of celebrities, hotels and small businesses. In Canada, Ellen has worked for the Alberta government, Word Fest: Banff Calgary International Writers Festival, the Calgary Food Bank and the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra. Ellen sits on the Board of Directors for the Famous 5 Foundation, the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra Foundation Board of Trustees, the Chair of the Hillhurst Parent Council, the Mount Royal University Public Relations Advisory Committee and an ongoing volunteer for the Brenda Strafford Centre, a home for women and children fleeing domestic violence. Ellen is one of Avenue Magazine's Top 40 Under 40 Alumni and a recipient of the Mayors' Excellence Award for her work as the Manager of Education and Outreach with the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra. Ellen is most proud of her family - including her parents, husband and her two boys, her team at PARKER PR, and her commitment to volunteerism. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada's economy. To support Canada's businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter.

Today on The Kondrat Podcast, I sat down with Jeremy Clark, President & CEO of  CH Financial Ltd.  Jeremy describes CH Financial as the “Mayo Clinic of finance – all financial services under one roof”.  Beyond providing financial services, Jeremy and his team are also very active in the local community.  The charities and organizations they support include the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra, Brown Bagging for Kids and the Calgary Food Bank.On the podcast, we discuss Jeremy’s journey to become CEO and President of CH Financial, and what motivates him as a leader.  We also discuss some of the challenges that face the industry in general such as “Robo Advisors” that have basically turned some financial services into commodities.  Jeremy is confident that they can overcome the challenges by “doubling down on empathetic client services and understanding that delivery models may have to change”.I was really excited to discuss his plans for the future that include launching CH Life – a division of CH Financial that will focus on mental health and wellness!  CH Life takes retirement planning to the next level - it’s not just about retiring with financial security but considering and planning for other aspects of life as well.It was great to connect with Jeremy and share his story.  I hope you enjoy our surprisingly interesting conversation!—The Kondrat Podcast:  website | twitter | instagram | facebookFH Financial Ltd : website | instagram | linkedin

Today on The Kondrat Podcast, I sat down with Jeremy Clark, President & CEO of  CH Financial Ltd.  Jeremy describes CH Financial as the “Mayo Clinic of finance – all financial services under one roof”.  Beyond providing financial services, Jeremy and his team are also very active in the local community.  The charities and organizations they support include the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra, Brown Bagging for Kids and the Calgary Food Bank.On the podcast, we discuss Jeremy's journey to become CEO and President of CH Financial, and what motivates him as a leader.  We also discuss some of the challenges that face the industry in general such as “Robo Advisors” that have basically turned some financial services into commodities.  Jeremy is confident that they can overcome the challenges by “doubling down on empathetic client services and understanding that delivery models may have to change”.I was really excited to discuss his plans for the future that include launching CH Life – a division of CH Financial that will focus on mental health and wellness!  CH Life takes retirement planning to the next level - it's not just about retiring with financial security but considering and planning for other aspects of life as well.It was great to connect with Jeremy and share his story.  I hope you enjoy our surprisingly interesting conversation!—The Kondrat Podcast:  website | twitter | instagram | facebookFH Financial Ltd : website | instagram | linkedin

Today on The Kondrat Podcast, I sat down with Ellen Parker - CEO of PARKER Public Relations & PARKER Media.  Ellen is passionate about public relations and building an agency was always her vision.  We discuss her journey that brought her across North America before returning to Calgary to realize her goal and build PARKER PR.Ellen has worked with some amazing organizations in her career, including Wordfest, Calgary Food Bank, Alberta Government, Institute for Children and Poverty in New York, and The Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra.  Outside of work, Ellen believes in leading by example and is on the board for the Famous 5 as well as the CPO Foundation..Through PARKER PR, Ellen is dedicated to make Calgary the best place to live.  Her company has helped many organizations navigate through our challenging economy, as well as the current pandemic.  Her team is passionate about helping companies grow to their full potential and watching our communities become more and more desirable.As a company, Ellen is committed to creating a culture where people can be creative and feel supported, “my team supports each other and without sounding trite - we are a family”.  Her mantra is “be kind” and I am grateful that she joined the podcast to share her story.  I hope you enjoy our surprisingly interesting conversation.—The Kondrat Podcast:  website | twitter | instagram | facebookPARKER Public Relations & PARKER Media: website | twitter | instagram 

Ellen Parker is the proud founder of PARKER PR, a public relations firm in Calgary. PARKER PR is a group of communication professionals with a proven track record of helping businesses thrive through creating and implementing thoughtful communication strategies.⁣ ⁣Prior to founding PARKER PR, Ellen worked in New York City for the Institute for Children and Poverty and for boutique PR firms representing a variety of celebrities, hotels and small businesses. In Canada, Ellen has worked for the Alberta government, Word Fest: Banff Calgary International Writers Festival, the Calgary Food Bank and the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra. ⁣ ⁣Ellen is most proud of her family - including her husband and her two boys, her team at PARKER PR, and her commitment to volunteerism. Ellen Parker is a Board Director for the National Board, Famous 5 Foundation, the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra Board of Trustees, the Co-Chair of the Hillhurst Parent Council and an ongoing volunteer for the Brenda Strafford Centre, a home for women and children fleeing domestic violence. Ellen is one of Avenue Magazine's Top 40 Under 40 Alumni and a recipient of the Mayors' Excellence Award for her work as the Manager of Education and Outreach with the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra.⁣

Welcome to The Morning News Podcast for Tuesday, July 7th. We begin with a conversation with Mercedes Stephenson - Global's Ottawa Bureau Chief and host of "The West Block".  Mercedes has details on the Ethics Commissioner's investigation into Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's dealings with the "WE" Youth Organization, an organization which has received over 900-million-dollars in Federal Funding. Millions of Canadians who received CERB payments this year could be in for a shock at tax time. If you received CERB payments - There's a good chance you will owe money to the Canada Revenue Agency. We speak with a Tax Specialist on what you should know about the program. The cancellation of this year's Calgary Stampede has impacted the bottom line of many local businesses - and even charitable organizations. We check in with the Calgary Food Bank on how they're faring. And finally - it's a home-makeover show with a twist. We speak with the host of HGTV'S "Hot Mess House" on the art of de-cluttering your space.        

Dave and Faisal talk to Dr. Rick Tytus of WeCareMD about "virtual" doctor check-ups.  Shawna Ogston from the Calgary Food Bank joins them to discuss how the "gift of time" is helping the city's vulnerable population. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.