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Un podcast sur l’environment et la justice sociale au Québec et à travers le monde. Animé par l’activiste et chef du Part Vert du Québec Alex Tyrrell. Actualité, opinion, entrevues et débats! Bientôt disponible sur votre répertoire de podcasts préféré.
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Discover the GAC Files! Intended for Global Affairs Canada (GAC) employees and the general public, this podcast series focuses on the people, challenges and ideas at the heart of the department’s business. | Découvrez les Dossiers d’AMC! Destinée aux employées d’Affaires mondiales Canada et au grand public, cette série de balados porte sur les gens, les défis et les idées qui sont au cœur des activités du Ministère.
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🎙️ In this episode of The Eco Mindset, Alex Tyrrell sits down with Samer Majzoub, president of the Canadian Muslim Forum, for an in-depth discussion on the Quebec government's proposed ban on public prayers and its broader implications. Together, they explore themes of religious freedom, civil liberties, and inclusivity in Quebec. Samer shares his …
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In this powerful episode, host Alex Tyrrell sits down with British Columbia-based climate activist Howard Breen to discuss his journey of environmental advocacy, civil disobedience, and the outcome of his court proceedings. Currently under house arrest, Howard shares his experiences, the motivations behind his bold actions, and the challenges of pu…
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In this episode of The EcoMindset Podcast, host Alex Tyrrell dives into the Green Party of Ontario's surprising policy shift on nuclear energy. At their recent convention, the party reversed its longstanding opposition to nuclear power. What led to this decision, and what does it mean for the broader environmental movement? Joining the conversation…
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Interview w author William Ging Wee Dere In this conversation, Alex Tyrrell interviews William Dere about the historical and contemporary issues surrounding anti-Chinese racism in Canada. Dere discusses the long struggle for redress for the Chinese head tax, the significance of the apology from Stephen Harper, and the implications of Bill C-70 on t…
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Dans cette conversation, Claude Bouffard discute de la victoire citoyenne contre le projet minier La-Loutre de Lomiko Metals en Outaouais. Il explique comment la mobilisation des citoyens a conduit à l'arrêt du projet, qui aurait eu des impacts environnementaux significatifs. Cette conversation aborde les enjeux liés aux projets miniers au Québec, …
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In this conversation, Alex Tyrrell discusses the pressing issue of anti-Chinese racism in Canada, particularly in the context of Bill C-70, which poses significant risks to the Chinese Canadian community's political participation. Senator Yuen Pau Woo shares his personal journey and insights on the implications of this bill, drawing parallels to hi…
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In this conversation, Alex Tyrrell and Maxim Baru discuss the current state of labor organizing in Montreal, emphasizing the importance of unionization for workers across various sectors. They explore the unique cultural and legal advantages of unionizing in Quebec, the challenges faced by new unions, and the role of grassroots initiatives like the…
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Cette semaine sur l'émission, on discute du caribou forestier et le débat entourant sa protection. On a le gouvernement du Québec qui refuse de fournir une stratégie adéquate pour la protection de l'espèce. Et on a le gouvernement fédéral avec le ministre de l'Environnement, qui parle de signer un décret pour obliger le Québec à faire quelque chose…
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Le gouvernement Legault propose la construction d'une giga-usine de batteries à McMasterville, suscitant des controverses. Le projet soulève des questions de gouvernance, de coûts, d'emplois, d'impact environnemental et de dépendance accrue aux véhicules privés. Les coûts estimés pour le Québec et le gouvernement fédéral sont élevés, mais le projet…
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In this episode of the EcoMindset Podcast, Alex Tyrrell interviews Kirsten Anker, the Vice President of the newly formed Union of Law Professors at McGill. They discuss McGill's resistance to unions, the state of unionization across Canadian universities, and key issues at the McGill campus, including the law professors' strike, the encampment in s…
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Le Syndicat des locataires autonomes de Montréal (SLAM) est un groupe militant pour les droits des locataires au Québec. Ils se mobilisent pour défendre les intérêts des locataires face aux propriétaires et encouragent l'auto-organisation des locataires. Ils ont mené des campagnes pour refuser les augmentations de loyer, obtenir des réparations et …
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In this special episode of the Eco Mindset podcast, Alex Tyrrell is interviewed BY Jenna Aquino, Ontario-born musician and newcomer to Montreal. Having decided to become a Quebec resident, Jenna wants to know all about politics from a progressive Quebec perspective. And who better to ask than the long-term activist and leader of an eco-socialist pa…
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Dans cette conversation, Jad Kabbanji présente le Mouvement Québécois pour la Paix (MQP) et explique son engagement en faveur de la sortie du Canada de l'OTAN (NATO). Il discute avec Alex Tyrrell de l'organisation et de la structure du MQP, ainsi que de ses valeurs axées sur l'anti-impérialisme et la solidarité internationale. Jad explique égalemen…
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Dans cet épisode de La Mentalité Verte, Alexe Frédéric Mignot, un activiste pour les droits des personnes non-binaires au Québec, discute de l'importance de l'identité de genre et de la reconnaissance du marqueur X sur les documents officiels avec Alex Tyrrell. Mx Mignot souligne l'importance de préserver les droits des minorités pour le bien-être …
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In this episode, Alex Tyrrell engages in a discussion on the Palestine situation with Yves Engler, a renowned author, and activist. They explore Canada's complicity in supporting genocide, including its political, economic, and arms exports to Israel. They highlight the role of Canadian media in whitewashing genocide and suppressing Palestinian voi…
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Dans cet épisode, Alex Tyrrell discute du débat sur le financement des partis politiques au Québec avec Jean-Sébastien Dufresne, un expert de la démocratie. Ils abordent la proposition de François Legault d'interdire les dons politiques et discutent des avantages et des désavantages. Ils soulignent l'importance de maintenir un financement public po…
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La ville de Rouyn-Noranda fait face à un grave problème de contamination à l'arsenic causé par une fonderie. Cette situation dure depuis des années et les concentrations d'arsenic dépassent largement les normes. Dans cette discussion, Samuel Touchette, un travailleur de la construction vivant à proximité de la fonderie, partage son expérience de vi…
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The first English episode of the EcoMindset podcast focuses on the Fairview Forest, a large forest on the West Island of Montreal that is under threat of development. Alex Tyrrell interviews Geneviève Lussier of the Fairview Forest citizens group AND Tim Thomas, Mayor of Pointe-Claire. The forest is important for its biodiversity and as a heat isla…
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Dans cette émission, Alex Tyrrell discute de la grève des professeurs avec Catherine Beauvais-St-Pierre, présidente de la Fédération des profs de Montréal. Les sujets abordés incluent les conditions de travail, les élèves en difficulté, la rémunération des professeurs, et l'attitude du gouvernement Legault face aux importants besoins en éducation. …
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Dans cette émission, Alex Tyrrell discute des feux de forêt sans précédent de 2023 avec Guy Lafrenière, le maire de Lebel-sur-Quévillon, une ville qui a été évacuée à deux reprises durant les feux et qui a failli succomber aux flammes il y a quelques mois. La discussion avec le maire porte sur l'ampleur des feux, l'expérience des habitants, les déf…
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Un podcast sur l’environment et la justice sociale au Québec et à travers le monde. Animé par l’activiste et chef du Part Vert du Québec Alex Tyrrell. Actualité, opinion, entrevues et débats! https://youtu.be/_jxdxn5nfwI ⬆️ Laissez vos commentaires et suggestions sur la version vidéo de cet épisode! www.youtube.com/@LaMentaliteVerte www.instagram.c…
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As GAC advances on the path to reconciliation, we understand better the depth of the challenges that Indigenous employees may face. Join our host, Jenna Hendrix-Miljours, as she performs a traditional smudging ceremony to cleanse the space before welcoming her guests, Robert Beamish and Brenda Wills. Listen to their stories and hear about Global Af…
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Alors qu’Affaires mondiales Canada progresse sur la voie de la réconciliation, nous comprenons mieux la profondeur des défis auxquels les membres du personnel autochtones peuvent être confrontés. Suivez notre animatrice Jenna Hendrix-Miljours, qui procède à une cérémonie traditionnelle de purification de l’espace avant d’accueillir ses invités, Rob…
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Since joining Global Affairs Canada in the 1990s, Heather Cameron has made major contributions to international development during various assignments overseas. Heather has served in the field of regional humanitarian affairs in Zimbabwe, and been director of development in Mozambique and high commissioner in Ghana. She is currently consul general …
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Since joining what was then the Canadian International Development Agency in 2005, Caroline Delany has held many roles in international development and foreign policy, particularly in her postings to South Asia and Africa. She was Canada’s High Commissioner in Mozambique and director of the Mozambique Development Program, which contributed greatly …
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A little more than 2 years ago, Tom Bui took on the role of Director of Environment, but his journey at Global Affairs Canada dates back to 2009. After 25 years as a public servant, he has left his mark as a leader and negotiator at Department of Finance Canada and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. Tom’s vast expertise is partly based o…
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The Sustainable Development Goals are the focus of the conversation between Bob Rae, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Canada to the United Nations in New York, and host Alexandre Lévêque, Assistant Deputy Minister of the Strategic Policy Branch at Global Affairs Canada. Ambassador Bob Rae introduces us to these goals, explains why they sh…
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Kirsten Hillman was appointed as the first female Ambassador to the United States in Washington, D.C., in March 2020. She served as assistant deputy minister of the Trade Agreements and Negotiations Branch at Global Affairs Canada, overseeing all of Canada’s trade policy and trade negotiations. She was also Canada’s chief negotiator for the Compreh…
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The unique reality of Maxim Cambor, a locally engaged staff member from Prague, in the Czech Republic, will be featured in this short episode. Serving Canada and Canadians in Prague for 25 years as an accountant, an office manager and now a common services officer, Maxim’s journey is similar to that of so many dedicated locally engaged staff member…
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In this episode, a trade commissioner based in the Consulate General in Los Angeles will share with us her special story. Previously based in Seattle, Washington, managing aerospace and advanced engineering relations in the U.S. Pacific Northwest, Maddie Morris became one of the first trade commissioners to openly transition genders while serving i…
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After 19 years of employment for Global Affairs Canada, Wilma Ty-Cañadilla has kindly volunteered to take over a GAC Files podcast to share the reality of being a locally engaged staff member working for the Embassy to the Philippines, in Manila. A designated migration officer, Wilma has many great stories. Her job allows her to make a difference i…
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This episode presents the remarkable and unique reality of 3 locally engaged staff members from around the world. Each in their own way, they serve Canada and Canadians through their meaningful presence abroad. The world of locally engaged staff is diverse in terms of cultural history, and their life experiences can be very different from that of C…
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David Morrison, Deputy Minister of International Trade, welcomes Sara Wilshaw, Chief Trade Commissioner, as well as 2 CEOs of Black-owned businesses, Karima-Catherine Goundiam and Diemo Honore, who share their stories on what makes businesses able to expand into new markets and the support that was provided to their companies. | Le sous-ministre du…
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Wondering how this year's Government of Canada Workplace Charitable Campaign (GCWCC) is being carried out during our current pandemic situation and how your contributions are helping? Then tune in to the latest GAC Files episode, hosted by John Hannaford. Listen to the Deputy Minister's chat with GAC's GCWCC champion, Mala Khanna, and co-champion, …
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Deputy Minister John Hannaford welcomes Daniel Quan-Watson, Deputy Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC), to talk about how his journey in the federal government is helping build a respectful and inclusive work environment and learn from his experiences, as well as tools and best practices he has implemented th…
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Deputy Minister John Hannaford welcomes Kristina Casey, Former Director General, Information Management and Information Technology (IM/IT), now Assistant Deputy Minister in Client Service Delivery and Management Sector at Shared Services Canada and Dan Danagher Assistant Deputy Minister of international platform, to talk about new initiatives curre…
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In this special National Public Service Week episode, Deputy ministers John Hannaford and Christopher MacLennan welcome Brent Robson, Director of Emergency Operations, and Anne-Marie Spain, who was the management consular officer in Morocco at the time of several repatriation flights in 2020, to talk about their experiences with the largest peaceti…
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Deputy Minister John Hannaford welcomes Bob Rae, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Canada to the United Nations in New York, to talk about his personal struggles with mental health and the importance of openly discussing these issues—especially in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. | Le sous-ministre John Hannaford accueille Bob Rae, am…
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Deputy Minister John Hannaford welcomes Head of the Anti-Racism Secretariat Myriam Montrat and guests to talk about equity, diversity and inclusion efforts at Global Affairs Canada. Through their personal stories and experiences with the secretariat, participants share their thoughts on departmental actions to combat systemic racism and racial disc…
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Deputy Ministers John Hannaford and Marta Morgan welcome LGBTQ2+ Champion Stewart Wheeler and guests to talk about diversity and inclusion at Global Affairs Canada. Through their personal stories, participants share what it’s like to work at the department as a member of the LGBTQ2+ community. | Les sous-ministres John Hannaford et Marta Morgan acc…
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Deputy Minister John Hannaford welcomes Duane McMullen, Global Affairs Canada’s Government of Canada Workplace Charitable Campaign (GCWCC) Champion, as well as campaign volunteers who share their touching stories on the real and positive impact of the campaign. | Le sous-ministre John Hannaford accueille Duane McMullen, champion de la Campagne de c…
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Deputy Minister John Hannaford welcomes Daniel Campeau, Deputy Director of the Office of Values, Ethics and Workplace Well-being, and colleagues from Headquarters, our Toronto regional office and our mission in Russia, to discuss their experiences integrating and managing new teams, for the most part virtually, during the pandemic. | Le sous-minist…
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Representatives from Global Affairs Canada’s Human Resources and 2 other departmental branches discuss with Deputy Minister John Hannaford and co-host André Frenette, Director General and Coordinator of the COVID-19 Task Force, about the programs and measures in place at headquarters buildings, as well as their experiences following their return to…
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Representatives from Global Affairs Canada missions in Panama and in Ukraine share with Deputy Minister John Hannaford and co-host André Frenette, Director General and Coordinator of the COVID-19 Task Force, their unique experiences following their return to the office, as well as how they managed to remain resilient and overcome challenges in the …
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Antoine Mindjimba, diversity and inclusion and culture lead for EY Canada, shares compelling examples from the private sector on ways to overcome racial discrimination and provides insight into fostering an inclusive workplace, including through organizational culture change. | Antoine Mindjimba, responsable de la diversité, de l’inclusion et de la…
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On this episode of GAC Files, host John Hannaford welcomes Charlène Janvier, Bruce Murdock and Luc Raymond from Global Affairs Canada. This special edition of the podcast continues the dialogue begun at the deputy ministers’ May 22 livestreamed town hall, as John and his 3 guests discuss the top questions submitted by employees but not answered dur…
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How are our missions abroad helping thousands of Canadians return home during the global COVID-19 pandemic? Tune in to the latest GAC Files episode as Amanda Strohan, Management Consular Officer at the High Commission of Canada in India (DELHI), provides a glimpse of the challenging, but vital, work she and her team are doing on the ground. #Togeth…
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What does being diagnosed with #COVID19 feel like? GAC Files host John Hannaford has a candid conversation with Marta Morgan, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, on her personal experience and her recovery from the virus. She also shares her thoughts on how Global Affairs Canada employees have adapted and contributed to help Canadians weather the s…
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Balancing the demands of a busy family and working from home is a challenge for many during the COVID-19 pandemic. Annie Lirette, from Global Affairs Canada’s Quebec regional office, shares her daily routine of how she stays healthy and focused. Find out how she and her colleagues are using social media to stay connected and positive. | Concilier l…
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Returning to Canada in the midst of the COVID-19 crisis is a difficult decision to make. Global Affairs Canada employee Laurent-Gabriel Côté-Fournier speaks about the decision to move back home with his young family from Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, living in quarantine and striving for a sense of normality. | Revenir au Canada en pleine pandémie de COVI…
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