Katherine Henderson - President & CEO, Hockey Canada

Sport has the power to do far more than win medals - it can unite communities, shape national identity, and create pathways for the next generation of leaders.In this episode of Defining Moments, host Dustin Heise, CEO of Canada Snowboard, sits down with Katherine Henderson, President and CEO of Hockey Canada, for a wide-ranging conversation on leadership, nation-building, and the true impact of sport in Canada.Katherine reflects on how sport has shaped her life, why listening to communities is essential for sustainable success, and how major moments - from international games to grassroots rinks - can bring people together across differences. She also shares her approach to values-based leadership, preparing athletes and systems for Olympic moments, and her candid advice to young women aspiring to lead in sport.This is a powerful conversation about authenticity, ambition, and why sport remains one of Canada’s most important tools for unity.