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   Épisode 57 : Perspectives autochtones sur la réconciliation

   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...

   Dec 7, 2023
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   Episode 57: Indigenous perspectives on Reconciliation

   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...

   Dec 7, 2023
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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 3 :  Le commerce et les objectifs de développement durable au Brésil avec Heather Cameron

   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...

   Feb 3, 2023
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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, Épisode 2 : Les défis des objectifs de développement durable en Afrique avec Caroline Delany

   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...

   Feb 3, 2023
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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 climatique et les objectifs de développement durable avec Tom Bui

   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...

   Feb 3, 2023
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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…

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   Dec 7, 2022
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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.…

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   Oct 26, 2022
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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...

   Oct 12, 2022
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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...

   Oct 5, 2022
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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…

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    Sep 28, 2022
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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...

    Jun 15, 2022
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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…

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    Feb 25, 2022
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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 Ministère

    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...

    Dec 8, 2021
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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 Quan-Watson

    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...

    Nov 26, 2021
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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 Danagher

    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...

    Nov 4, 2021
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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...

    Jun 18, 2021
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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. |…

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    May 4, 2021
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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...

    Apr 8, 2021
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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. |...

    Feb 24, 2021
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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...

    Dec 18, 2020
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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...

    Dec 1, 2020
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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…

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    Oct 29, 2020
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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…

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    Oct 16, 2020
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    Episode 41: Chat with Antoine Mindjimba | Épisode 41 : Entretien avec Antoine Mindjimba

    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,...

    Jul 22, 2020
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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...

    Jun 16, 2020
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    Episode 38: Chat with Amanda Strohan | Épisode 38 : Entretien avec Amanda Strohan

    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,...

    Jun 4, 2020
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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...

    Apr 27, 2020
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    Episode 36: Chat with Annie Lirette | Épisode 36 : Entretien avec Annie Lirette

    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…

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    Apr 24, 2020
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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...

    Apr 15, 2020
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    Episode 33: Chat with Daniel Campeau | Épisode 33 : Entretien avec Daniel Campeau

    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...

    Apr 7, 2020
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    Episode 32: Chat with Chris Moran | Épisode 32 : Entretien avec Chris Moran

    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...

    Apr 2, 2020
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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 bureau régional du Canada atlantique

    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…

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    Feb 26, 2020
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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...

    Jan 9, 2020
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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…

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    Nov 27, 2019
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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...

    Nov 6, 2019
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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 Morin et Brandon Cove

    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...

    Aug 12, 2019
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    Episode 26: Chat with Manon Dumas | Épisode 26 : Entretien avec Manon Dumas

    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...

    Jul 12, 2019
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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...

    May 8, 2019
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    Episode 24: Chat with Antoine Pouliot | Épisode 24 : Entretien avec Antoine Pouliot

    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...

    Mar 11, 2019
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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, Andreia Santos, Poya Saffari et Roxanne Hamel

    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,...

    Feb 19, 2019
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    Episode 22: Chat with Jean-Dominique Ieraci | Épisode 22 : Entretien avec Jean-Dominique Ieraci

    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...

    Feb 12, 2019
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    Episode 21: Chat with Alison LeClaire | Épisode 21 : Entretien avec Alison LeClaire

    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…

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    Dec 24, 2018
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    Episode 19: Chat with Marcy Grossman | Épisode 19 : Entretien avec Marcy Grossman

    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…

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    Nov 26, 2018
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    Episode 18: Chat with Paul Maddison | Épisode 18 : Entretien avec Paul Maddison

    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...

    Nov 7, 2018
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    Episode 17: Chat with Deborah Chatsis | Épisode 17 : Entretien avec Deborah Chatsis

    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...

    Oct 26, 2018
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    Episode 16: Chat with Peter Boehm | Épisode 16 : Entretien avec Peter Boehm

    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…

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    Oct 11, 2018
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    Episode 15: Chat with Rasha Al-Katta | Épisode 15 : Entretien avec Rasha Al-Katta

    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. |…

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    Oct 3, 2018
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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…

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    Sep 21, 2018
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    Episode 13: Chat with Shauna Hemingway | Épisode 13 : Entretien avec Shauna Hemingway

    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…

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    Aug 30, 2018
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    Episode 12: Chat with Kumar Gupta | Épisode 12 : Entretien avec Kumar Gupta

    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...

    Aug 21, 2018