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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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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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Miniseries on Sustainable Development Goals, Episode 3: Trade and the Sustainable Development Goals in Brazil with Heather Cameron | Mini-série portant sur les Objectifs de développement durable, Épisode ...
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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Miniseries on Sustainable Development Goals, Episode 2: Challenges of the Sustainable Development Goals in Africa with Caroline Delany | Mini-série portant sur les Objectifs de développement durable ...
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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Miniseries on Sustainable Development Goals, Episode 1: Climate Action and Sustainable Development Goals with Tom Bui | Mini-série portant sur les Objectifs de développement durable, Épisode 1 : L'action ...
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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Episode 56: Ambassador Bob Rae talks about the Sustainable Development Goals | Épisode 56 : L’ambassadeur Bob Rae discute des objectifs de développement durable
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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Episode 55: Portrait of a trailblazing Canadian woman in foreign policy | Épisode 55 : Portrait d’une pionnière canadienne en matière de politique étrangère
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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Miniseries on locally engaged staff, Episode 3: The unique journey of Maxim Cambor | Mini-série portant sur les Employés recrutés sur place, Épisode 3 : Le parcours unique de Maxim Cambor
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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Miniseries on locally engaged staff, Episode 2: The unique journey of Maddie Morris | Mini-série portant sur les Employés recrutés sur place, Épisode 2 : Le parcours unique de Maddie Morris
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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Miniseries on locally engaged staff, Episode 1: The unique journey of Wilma Ty-Cañadilla | Mini-série portant sur les Employés recrutés sur place, Épisode 1 : Le parcours unique de Wilma Ty-Canadilla
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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Episode 54: Locally engaged staff: Serving Canada around the world | Épisode 54 : Employés recrutés sur place : Servir le Canada dans le monde entier
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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Episode 53: Excellence and success in Canadian Black-owned international businesses | Épisode 53 : L'excellence et le succès des entreprises canadiennes internationales appartenant à des Noirs
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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Episode 52: A chat with the department's GCWCC champion, co-champion and employee volunteers | Épisode 52 : Une discussion avec la championne, la co-championne et des employés bénévoles de la CCMTGC du ...
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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Episode 51: A chat with Deputy Minister Daniel Quan-Watson on anti-Asian racism | Épisode 51 : Une discussion sur la lutte contre le racisme envers les personnes asiatiques avec le sous-ministre Daniel ...
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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Episode 50: A chat with Kristina Casey and Dan Danagher on New and Innovative Ways of Working | Épisode 50 : Une discussion sur les méthodes de travail nouvelles et innovantes avec Kristina Casey et Dan ...
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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Episode 49: A chat with Brent Robson on the Canadian COVID-19 repatriation operation | Épisode 49 : Une discussion avec Brent Robson sur l'opération canadienne de rapatriement liée à la COVID-19
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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Episode 48: A chat with Ambassador Bob Rae on mental health | Épisode 48 : Une discussion sur la santé mentale avec l’ambassadeur Bob Rae
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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Episode 47: About the Anti-Racism Secretariat and work at GAC on combatting racism | Épisode 47 : À propos du Secrétariat de lutte contre le racisme et du travail d’AMC pour lutter contre le racisme
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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Episode 46: A chat with Marta Morgan and LGBTQ2+ Champion Stewart Wheeler and guests | Épisode 46 : Un entretien avec Marta Morgan et le champion LGBTQ2+ Stewart Wheeler et ses invités
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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Episode 45: Chat with GCWCC Champion Duane McMullen and volunteers | Épisode 45 : Entretien avec le champion de la CCMTGC Duane McMullen et des bénévoles
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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Episode 44: Managing a new team at Global Affairs Canada during the pandemic | Épisode 44 : Diriger une nouvelle équipe à Affaires mondiales Canada pendant la pandémie
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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Episode 43: Chat with André Frenette and HQ staff | Épisode 43 : Entretien avec André Frenette et des employés de l’administration centrale
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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Episode 42: Chat with André Frenette and missions abroad | Épisode 42 : Entretien avec André Frenette et nos missions à l'étranger
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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Episode 39: Chat with Charlène Janvier, Bruce Murdock and Luc Raymond | Épisode 39 : Entretien avec Charlène Janvier, Bruce Murdock et Luc Raymond
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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Episode 37: Chat with Marta Morgan, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs | Épisode 37 : Entretien avec la sous-ministre des Affaires étrangères Marta Morgan
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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Episode 35: Chat with Laurent-Gabriel Côté-Fournier | Épisode 35 : Entretien avec Laurent-Gabriel Côté-Fournier
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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The COVID-19 crisis affects us all. Daniel Campeau of Global Affairs Canada’s Office of Values, Ethics and Workplace Well-being speaks about his own experience of living in quarantine after returning from travel outside Canada and the support available to employees and their families in adjusting to the new normal. | La crise de la COVID-19 nous to…
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Adapting to the new workplace reality of the COVID-19 crisis can be challenging. Find out how Chris Moran of Canada’s Trade Commissioner Service is balancing the responsibilities of work and parenting in the home-based workplace. | L’adaptation à la nouvelle réalité du milieu de travail découlant de la crise de la COVID-19 peut poser des défis. Voy…
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Episode 31: Chat with the Trade Commissioner Service: Ailish Campbell and the Atlantic Canada Regional Office | Épisode 31 : Entretien avec le Service des déléguées commerciaux : Ailish Campbell et le ...
We’re talking all things trade on this special podcast highlighting the 125th anniversary of the founding of Canada’s Trade Commissioner Service. Explore with us and find out how Canada #TCS125 is at the cutting edge of innovation with its global network abroad, its Canadian technology accelerators around the world, and its ocean and technology sup…
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Episode 30: Chat with Sandra McCardell and Sarah Taylor | Épisode 30 : Entretien avec Sandra McCardell et Sarah Taylor
Check out the latest #GACFiles podcast with Sandra McCardell and Sarah Taylor, Global Affairs Canada’s incoming and outgoing champion for women. They chat about their roles as champion, initiatives changing the face of GAC and gender equity progress in the department. | Écoutez le tout dernier balado des #DossiersdAMC avec Sandra McCardell et Sarah…
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Episode 29: Chat with Caroline Leclerc, Myriam Pineault-Latreille and Harkiran Rajasansi | Épisode 29 : Entretien avec Caroline Leclerc, Myriam Pineault-Latreille et Harkiran Rajasansi
On this special episode of the GAC Files, 3 dynamic champions for the GAC Government of Canada Workplace Charitable Campaign chat with host John Hannaford about why they’ve taken on this year’s campaign challenge. Don’t miss a minute of the podcast as Caroline Leclerc, Myriam Pineault-Latreille and Harkiran Rajasansi share personal stories, encoura…
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Episode 28: Chat with Deputy Minister Marta Morgan | Épisode 28 : Entretien avec la sous-ministre Marta Morgan
Join the latest #GACFiles conversation with host John Hannaford, Deputy Minister of International Trade, and special guest Marta Morgan, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs. Get to know Marta as she shares some of her hobbies, talks about her go-to podcasts and provides insight into how she built her career by pursuing interesting challenges. Hear w…
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Episode 27: Chat with Deputy Minister John Hannaford, with guest hosts Cassandra Morin and Brandon Cove | Épisode 27 : Entretien entre le sous-ministre John Hannaford et les animateurs invités Cassandra ...
This week on the #GACFiles, the tables are turned as representatives of the Young Professionals Network (YPN), Cassandra Morin and Brandon Cove ask host John Hannaford to talk about his illustrious career in the public service and how he maintains a healthy work-life balance. John highlights the importance of mentorship and encourages young profess…
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On the latest #GACFiles, host John Hannaford engages with Manon Dumas from Special Projects about Global Affairs Canada’s Dialogue Series on Uncomfortable Topics. They chat about the importance of working together as a community to address questions of workplace harassment and other sources of tension. They also talk about how to strengthen our pro…
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Episode 25: Chat with Heather DiPenta and Louise Blais | Épisode 25 : Entretien avec Heather DiPenta et Louise Blais
Check out GAC Files latest episode as our new host John Hannaford, Deputy Minister of International Trade, has a candid discussion on mental health with special guests Heather DiPenta, Director of Values and Ethics and Workplace Well-Being, and Louise Blais, Ambassador and Deputy Permanent Representative to the Permanent Mission of Canada to the UN…
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On the latest GAC Files podcast, Antoine Pouliot, Strategist, Advocacy and Cultural Diplomacy, talks about how his previous work in the private and non-profit sectors led him to his current role promoting Canadian art and culture through our missions abroad. | Dans le tout dernier balado des Dossiers d’AMC, Antoine Pouliot, stratège, promotion des …
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Episode 23: Chat with Canada Beyond 150 participants Aleena Esmail, Andreia Santos, Poya Saffari and Roxanne Hamel | Épisode 23 : Entretien avec des participants de Canada au-delà de 150, Aleena Esmail ...
On this episode of the GAC Files, Aleena Esmail, Andreia Santos, Poya Saffari and Roxanne Hamel, young Global Affairs Canada public servants, discuss Canada Beyond 150: Policy for a Diverse and Inclusive Future, which is an incredible opportunity to contribute to complex issues using foresight, design thinking and co-creation. Find out more about t…
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Join the latest conversation, with guest Jean-Dominique Ieraci, Deputy Head of Mission and Minister Counsellor (Trade), as he chats about trade diplomacy, the Trade Commissioner Service and its evolution, as well as the importance of having the right manager and mentor to guide you with frank conversations throughout your career. | Écoutez le tout …
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Host David Morrison talks with Alison LeClaire, Senior Arctic Officer and Director General for Arctic, Eurasian and European Affairs, about her experiences during her postings in South Africa and Latin America, her perspective as a woman working in foreign service while raising a family and her new challenge in one of the department’s most interest…
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Host David Morrison talks with Marcy Grossman, Consul General, on the importance of trade and Canada’s economic ties with the United States, how all politics is local, having ambition and her remarkable leadership of locally engaged staff. | L’animateur David Morrison et son invitée Marcy Grossman, Consule générale, s’entretiennent de l’importance …
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Host David Morrison chats with Paul Maddison, Canada’s High Commissioner in Australia, about trading a naval career for diplomacy and how he successfully made the transition. | L’animateur David Morrison s’entretient avec Paul Maddison, haut-commissaire du Canada en Australie, qui parle de sa transition de carrière réussie de la marine vers le mond…
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This week in the GAC Files, host David Morrison talks with guest Deborah Chatsis, who shares her experiences as an Indigenous woman in her postings abroad, her fascinating career and her work advocating for a foreign service that is reflective of Canada and its demographics. | Cette semaine aux Dossiers d’AMC, l’animateur David Morrison s’entretien…
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This week on the GAC Files, host David Morrison exchanges views with former deputy minister Peter Boehm, in front of a live Global Affairs Canada audience, as he reflects on a 37-year career with the department. Find out more about Peter’s legacy of leadership and inspiration to the Global Affairs Canada family, destigmatizing mental health and off…
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Follow the exchange between David Morrison and his latest GAC Files guest, Rasha Al-Katta, as they discuss being a millennial Global Affairs Canada person and her vision of life, including inclusiveness, focusing on youth and the positive, working with refugees and being a volunteer guru. | Écoutez l’entretien entre David Morrison et sa dernière in…
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Episode 14: Chat with Myriam Pineault-Latreille and Deena Allam | Épisode 14 : Entretien avec Myriam Pineault-Latreille et Deena Allam
Host David Morrison chats with Myriam Pineault-Latreille and Deena Allam about a variety of topics, including being young professionals at Global Affairs Canada, the Next Gen Youth network and their outlook on the department, including their views on the importance of diversity. | L’animateur David Morrison s’entretient avec Myriam Pineault-Latreil…
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Host David Morrison talks with Shauna Hemingway about how following her passions led her to great opportunities in communications, trade and ultimately a career in foreign service as ambassador to the Dominican Republic. | L’animateur David Morrison s’entretient avec Shauna Hemingway, qui explique comment ses passions l’ont amenée à vivre de formid…
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Host David Morrison chats with Kumar Gupta about how his training as an engineer led to a career in international development and then to becoming a head of mission. He also chats about his interest in Africa. | L'animateur David Morrison s'entretient avec Kumar Gupta, qui explique comment sa formation d’ingénieur l’a mené à une carrière en dévelop…
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