Speaking of Business
Conversations with Canadian innovators, leaders, and entrepreneurs.
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Empowering change: A conversation with John Kousinioris of TransAlta
John Kousinioris, president and CEO of TransAlta Corporation, outlines TransAlta’s transition from coal-fired power plants to lower emission energy sources. He also discusses lessons learned from his immigrant parents, his love of motorcycles, and his passion for the Calgary Stampede.
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There’s no textbook on how to manage under COVID-19
“There’s no textbook on how to manage under COVID-19.” Nicolas Marcoux, CEO of PwC Canada, shares his thoughts on Canada’s…
I’m encouraged by the capacity to change at an accelerated pace
“I’m encouraged by the capacity to change at an accelerated pace.” Heather Chalmers, President and CEO of GE Canada, reflects…
Canadians will be a lot more digital post COVID
“Canadians will be a lot more digital post COVID.” Stacey Madge, Country Manager and President of VISA Canada, offers insight…
The bright side of this is that it’s accelerated innovation everywhere
“The bright side of this is that it’s accelerated innovation everywhere.” Faisal Kazi, President and CEO of Siemens Canada, reflects…
I’ve never been more proud of our people
Paul Mahon, President and CEO of Great-West Lifeco and Canada Life, discusses the challenges of maintaining an essential service while…
The overarching power of the human spirit
“The overarching power of the human spirit.” Chuck Magro, President and CEO of Nutrien, discusses how they are supporting employees,…
The companies that manufacture were able to quickly pivot to make masks, respirators … hand sanitizer
“The companies that manufacture were able to quickly pivot to make masks, respirators … hand sanitizer.” Jerry Dias, president of…
You drive by and people are saying thank you
“You drive by and people are saying thank you.” While public health officials are telling us to stay home, truck…
Be connected and support your employees
Penny Wise, President of 3M Canada, reflects on the challenges of leadership in the COVID-19 crisis as her company performs…
This is a playbook that’s never been written before
Sam Sebastian, President and CEO of Pelmorex, discusses the use of alerts and tracking in the fight against COVID-19, learning…
The human condition is incredibly resilient
Longtime businessman, philanthropist and mentor John Risley of CFFI Ventures shares his thoughts on how business in Canada will change…
Like a tap being turned off and at the other end you’ve got an open sinkhole
“Like a tap being turned off and at the other end you’ve got an open sinkhole.” Ed Sims, President and…