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The Art of Inclusive Excellence
The second of two Future Forums in Whitehorse included the participation of members of the Royal Society of Canada and the use of theatre arts to illustrate the two main themes of the consultations: Inclusive Excellence and Engaged Leadership.
The event took place at the MacBride Museum, surrounded by the Land and Light exhibit featuring the Yukon-inspired paintings of artist Ted Harrison.
Throughout the Future Forums consultations, participants have been encouraged to make their own artwork to express insights and ideas about Inclusive Excellence and Engaged Leadership. Theatre arts were used for the first time, depicting leadership as pluralistic and seeking participation from a disparate group of individuals.
Cynthia Milton was one of the participants in the theatrical presentation, and is the president of the College of New Scholars, Artists and Scientists of the Royal Society of Canada.
“How can we have excellence without inclusiveness?” she said, underscoring the importance of bringing more people to the conversation when it comes to academic pursuits and overall leadership in Canada.
Another Future Forums participant and president of Alkan Air, Wendy Taylor, noted that achieving Inclusive Excellence means adjusting mindsets.
“One of the challenges we face as humans is that we tend to bring like-minded people into our tent,” she said.
Pascale Fournier, the President and CEO of the Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation reminded participants of how meaningful their insights will be, as the Foundation seeks to innovate its mission towards a greater focus on Inclusive Excellence and Engaged Leadership.
“We are going to adopt a strategic plan which I am confident will bring greater Inclusive Excellence. Your suggestions are very appreciated,” she said while bringing the Future Forums consultations in Whitehorse to a close.
The event took place at the MacBride Museum, surrounded by the Land and Light exhibit featuring the Yukon-inspired paintings of artist Ted Harrison.
Throughout the Future Forums consultations, participants have been encouraged to make their own artwork to express insights and ideas about Inclusive Excellence and Engaged Leadership. Theatre arts were used for the first time, depicting leadership as pluralistic and seeking participation from a disparate group of individuals.
Cynthia Milton was one of the participants in the theatrical presentation, and is the president of the College of New Scholars, Artists and Scientists of the Royal Society of Canada.
“How can we have excellence without inclusiveness?” she said, underscoring the importance of bringing more people to the conversation when it comes to academic pursuits and overall leadership in Canada.
Another Future Forums participant and president of Alkan Air, Wendy Taylor, noted that achieving Inclusive Excellence means adjusting mindsets.
“One of the challenges we face as humans is that we tend to bring like-minded people into our tent,” she said.
Pascale Fournier, the President and CEO of the Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation reminded participants of how meaningful their insights will be, as the Foundation seeks to innovate its mission towards a greater focus on Inclusive Excellence and Engaged Leadership.
“We are going to adopt a strategic plan which I am confident will bring greater Inclusive Excellence. Your suggestions are very appreciated,” she said while bringing the Future Forums consultations in Whitehorse to a close.
Foundation takes community well-being to heart
The Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation takes to heart the well-being of its community. That's why we're introducing new, proactive, modern policies that will help ensure the well-being of all our members.
Policy on the prevention of harassment and violence
In order to ensure a safe and respectful environment for all members of the community, we are implementing a brand new zero tolerance policy regarding harassment and violence in the workplace and at activities organized by the Foundation.
Under this policy, we will, among other things, prevent harassment through education and training and encourage employees and community members to report any situation that constitutes or may constitute harassment or violence. An accessible and effective complaints mechanism will also be put in place, allowing a Foundation stakeholder who believes he or she has suffered harassment to exercise their rights confidentially and without fear of reprisal.
This is one of the ways the Foundation is innovating for the benefit of all the valued members of our community.
Mental Health Policy
Recognizing the reality of mental health issues in our society and in academia, the Foundation is also innovating its practices with the adoption of a comprehensive mental health prevention and support policy for Scholars.
We recognize that our Scholars are under considerable pressure to perform and that they face emotional challenges when producing leading-edge research, conducting fieldwork, writing, responding to critiques, and coping with other institutional stresses. The individual experiences of Scholars can also make them more vulnerable to mental health challenges and affect their well-being and ability to perform to their full potential.
In order to break the silence and loneliness of community members facing such challenges, we intend to create an open dialogue around mental health issues. The first step towards this goal was the creation of a committee on community wellness composed of current and alumni Scholars. The committee has provided input on both of the policies announced today and will continue to collaborate with the Foundation to suggest other support initiatives.
We will also support the mental health of our Scholars through the following actions:
•Creating and maintaining a library of mental health resources that will be available on the Foundation's website;
•Providing mental health training to Foundation employees who have other employees or Scholars under their responsibility;
•Providing insurance coverage to active Scholars in order to help defray the costs of professional mental health services, when they feel the need to use such services.
The Foundation aims to fully implement the mental health policy by January 2019. Active Scholars can expect to receive more detailed information about the insurance plan soon.
In sum, as the Foundation embarks on an unprecedented period of renewal focused on Inclusive Excellence and Engaged Leadership, these new policies represent a positive step in our commitment to supporting the well-being of our community members.
Policy on the prevention of harassment and violence
In order to ensure a safe and respectful environment for all members of the community, we are implementing a brand new zero tolerance policy regarding harassment and violence in the workplace and at activities organized by the Foundation.
Under this policy, we will, among other things, prevent harassment through education and training and encourage employees and community members to report any situation that constitutes or may constitute harassment or violence. An accessible and effective complaints mechanism will also be put in place, allowing a Foundation stakeholder who believes he or she has suffered harassment to exercise their rights confidentially and without fear of reprisal.
This is one of the ways the Foundation is innovating for the benefit of all the valued members of our community.
Mental Health Policy
Recognizing the reality of mental health issues in our society and in academia, the Foundation is also innovating its practices with the adoption of a comprehensive mental health prevention and support policy for Scholars.
We recognize that our Scholars are under considerable pressure to perform and that they face emotional challenges when producing leading-edge research, conducting fieldwork, writing, responding to critiques, and coping with other institutional stresses. The individual experiences of Scholars can also make them more vulnerable to mental health challenges and affect their well-being and ability to perform to their full potential.
In order to break the silence and loneliness of community members facing such challenges, we intend to create an open dialogue around mental health issues. The first step towards this goal was the creation of a committee on community wellness composed of current and alumni Scholars. The committee has provided input on both of the policies announced today and will continue to collaborate with the Foundation to suggest other support initiatives.
We will also support the mental health of our Scholars through the following actions:
•Creating and maintaining a library of mental health resources that will be available on the Foundation's website;
•Providing mental health training to Foundation employees who have other employees or Scholars under their responsibility;
•Providing insurance coverage to active Scholars in order to help defray the costs of professional mental health services, when they feel the need to use such services.
The Foundation aims to fully implement the mental health policy by January 2019. Active Scholars can expect to receive more detailed information about the insurance plan soon.
In sum, as the Foundation embarks on an unprecedented period of renewal focused on Inclusive Excellence and Engaged Leadership, these new policies represent a positive step in our commitment to supporting the well-being of our community members.
Sharing Northern Knowledge
In a cozy room in a recreation centre in Iqaluit, a group of people gathered for an engaging discussion on what it means to be a leader today. The participants were contributing to the Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation’s Future Forums consultation, exploring the importance of Engaged Leadership and Inclusive Excellence in Canada today.
Foundation Board of Directors Moves Toward Gender Parity
Members of the Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation have confirmed the appointments of four new Directors and two new Members to its governance team.
These appointments follow a rigorous selection process built on the Foundation’s core values of inclusion, diversity and excellence. With the help of Perrett Laver, the Foundation's Nominating Committee has implemented thorough methodology aimed specifically at increasing the diversity of the Board of Directors as well as Members.
These appointments follow a rigorous selection process built on the Foundation’s core values of inclusion, diversity and excellence. With the help of Perrett Laver, the Foundation's Nominating Committee has implemented thorough methodology aimed specifically at increasing the diversity of the Board of Directors as well as Members.
Patrick Pichette named new chair of the Foundation's board of directors
The Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation is proud to announce the election of Patrick Pichette as Chair of its Board of Directors. Director of the Foundation since 2003 and Chair of the Finance and Investment Committee, Patrick Pichette brings an exceptional wealth of experience to the leadership of the Foundation.
Mr. Pichette is recognized for his expertise and wealth of management experience in the technology and telecommunications sectors. Currently General Partner at iNovia Capital, a venture capital investment company, he was Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Google from 2008 to 2015. Prior to that, he held various leadership positions at Bell Canada, McKinsey & Company, and Call-Net Enterprises.
Throughout a distinguished career, Patrick Pichette has received many honors, including the Order of Quebec (2015) as well as the title of Chief Financial Officer of the Year in Silicon Valley (2015). Patrick Pichette holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the Université du Québec à Montréal. As a Rhodes Scholar, he earned a Master's degree in Philosophy, Politics and Economics from Oxford University.
Mr. Pichette is recognized for his expertise and wealth of management experience in the technology and telecommunications sectors. Currently General Partner at iNovia Capital, a venture capital investment company, he was Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Google from 2008 to 2015. Prior to that, he held various leadership positions at Bell Canada, McKinsey & Company, and Call-Net Enterprises.
Throughout a distinguished career, Patrick Pichette has received many honors, including the Order of Quebec (2015) as well as the title of Chief Financial Officer of the Year in Silicon Valley (2015). Patrick Pichette holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the Université du Québec à Montréal. As a Rhodes Scholar, he earned a Master's degree in Philosophy, Politics and Economics from Oxford University.
Carlo Charles: Psychopathology of Crossing
The article focuses on the state of Haitian Asylum Seekers' mental health in Canada, highlighting how meaningful social relationships, the quality of health, and social services contribute to the construction of resilience.
Nathalie Bondil receives the prestigious Peter Herrndorf Award
Congratulations to our 2018 mentor Nathalie Bondil, Executive Director and Chief Curator of the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (MMFA), who received the Peter Herrndorf Award, which every year honours an outstanding Canadian leader from the world of the arts and business.
The Foundation ups number of Doctoral Scholarships from 15 to 20
Each year, the Foundation awards doctoral scholarships to candidates from Canada and abroad researching one or more of the following themes: human rights and dignity, responsible citizenship, Canada and the world, and people and their natural environment. The three-year Scholarship program provides generous support for doctoral work in the form of a research stipend as well as funding for research-related travel.
Coastal knowledge and the rural experience
“A rising tide lifts all boats… as long as you have a boat”
A popular seafarers’ analogy was a central theme as academics and community leaders met at Memorial University in St. John’s for the Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation’s Future Forums. While an appropriate metaphor for the place, it was a particularly fitting observation in the discussion on Inclusive Excellence and Engaged Leadership.
A popular seafarers’ analogy was a central theme as academics and community leaders met at Memorial University in St. John’s for the Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation’s Future Forums. While an appropriate metaphor for the place, it was a particularly fitting observation in the discussion on Inclusive Excellence and Engaged Leadership.
A short film produced by Manon Barbeau at Sundance 2019
The short film Katatjatuuk Kangirsumi (Throat Singing in Kangirsuk), co-directed by Eva Kaukai and Manon Chamberland and produced by 2017 mentor Manon Barbeau, will have its world premiere at the prestigious Sundance Film Festival on January 24th. The film was created as part of a workshop offered by Wapikoni Mobile, a traveling studio for training and audiovisual creation dedicated to First Nations youth. Manon Barbeau is founding president of Wapikoni Mobile.
Congratulations to the entire team of the film!
The short film can be viewed here.
For more details on the film.
Congratulations to the entire team of the film!
The short film can be viewed here.
For more details on the film.