BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Family Enterprise Canada Events - ECPv5.14.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Family Enterprise Canada Events X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://events.familyenterprise.ca X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Family Enterprise Canada Events BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Vancouver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD TZID:America/Winnipeg BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD TZID:America/Toronto BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260610T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260610T180000 DTSTAMP:20260609T193316 CREATED:20260318T162809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T161241Z UID:718271-1781107200-1781114400@events.familyenterprise.ca SUMMARY:Kinnect Vancouver: Navigating Real Family Transitions DESCRIPTION:Open to Guests & All Members – Join us in Vancouver for a candid panel discussion exploring generational transition through the lens of both rising gen leaders and founders. \nThis dynamic panel\, hosted downtown Vancouver on Wednesday\, June 10th\, will unpack the assumptions older generations often make about successors\, how the rising generation defines purpose and stewardship\, and the ways they hope to lead differently. Our panelists will also share obstacles they’ve faced\, how they’ve navigated them and practical strategies for bridging values\, expectations and leadership styles across generations. \nYou’ll walk away from this session with: \n\nA clearer understanding of what motivates the rising generation\nInsight into what worries founders during transitions\nPractical prompts to spark meaningful conversations at your next family meeting\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to hear authentic voices from both generations and gain actionable insights for navigating succession with greater clarity and alignment. \nPlease note: This is a relationship-building event focused on peer connections and learning. No solicitation or selling of services is permitted\, particularly for any advisors attending the event. \n\n Event Details\n \n\n When\n \n Wednesday\, June 10\, 20264:00 PM - 6:00 PM PDT () \n\n Who Can Attend\n \n This event is open to guests and all members of Family Enterprise Canada. \n\n Where\n \n Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre (map it)\nPort Alberni Room\, North Tower\, 4th Floor\n1000 Burrard Street\nVancouver\, British Columbia\nCanada\, V6Z 2R9\n\n Contact\n \n For help with registration\,\nemail events@familyenterprise.ca\n\n Cost\n \n $20 + tax \n Register now\n\n Moderator\n \n \n\n Steve Ivacko\, CPA\, CMA\, TEP\, FEAPartner at MNP LLP\n \n Steve is a member of MNP’s Family Office Services team in Vancouver. With almost 20 years of integrated wealth planning experience\, Steve builds deep and lasting relationships with entrepreneurs\, professionals\, business owners and their families. He delivers proactive\, practical advice and solutions on tax\, estate planning\, continuity and succession\, governance and philanthropy\, bringing peace of mind to his clients\, and helping them ensure wealth continuity and transition within their families. \nSteve earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in finance and economics from the University of Western Ontario – Huron College in 1997. He is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA)\, qualifying as a Certified Management Accountant (CMA) in 2001. Steve completed the Canadian Securities Course in 2003 and In-Depth Tax – Owner Managed Business course in 2019. He is a Trust and Estate Practitioner (TEP) (2014) and a Family Enterprise Advisor (FEA) (2018). \nSteve previously held the role of president of the Estate Planning Council of Vancouver\, and is currently a Champion for Anxiety Canada\, having previously served on the board of directors for five years\, including as board chair. \nLearn more about Steve and MNP LLP → URL:https://events.familyenterprise.ca/event/community-event-jun10/ CATEGORIES:All members,Family,FEA,NextGen,P.A.G,Progressive Experience END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260615T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260615T200000 DTSTAMP:20260609T193316 CREATED:20260415T181849Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T133539Z UID:718315-1781541000-1781553600@events.familyenterprise.ca SUMMARY:Kinnect Winnipeg: Inside Real Family Enterprise Conversations and Insights DESCRIPTION:Open to Guests & all FEC Members – Join us in Winnipeg! \nPlease join us for an evening of conversation as local family business owners and their advisors share their experience on effective governance\, succession planning and development practices that support the future of their multi-generational family businesses. \nPlease note: This is a relationship-building event focused on peer connections and learning. No solicitation or selling of services is permitted\, particularly for any advisors attending the event. \n\n Event Details\n \n\n When\n \n Wednesday\, June 10\, 20264:00 PM - 6:00 PM PDT () \n\n Who Can Attend\n \n This event is open to guests and all members of Family Enterprise Canada. \n\n Where\n \n Inn at the Forks – The Solstice Room (map it)\n75 Forks Market Road\nWinnipeg\, Manitoba\nCanada\, R3C 4T6\n\n Contact\n \n For help with registration\,\nemail events@familyenterprise.ca\n\n Cost\n \n FREE \n Register now URL:https://events.familyenterprise.ca/event/community-event-june15th/ CATEGORIES:All members,Family,FEA,NextGen,P.A.G,Progressive Experience END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260616T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260616T200000 DTSTAMP:20260609T193316 CREATED:20260407T160818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T142725Z UID:718285-1781631000-1781640000@events.familyenterprise.ca SUMMARY:Kinnect Montréal: Une conversation vraie avec la famille Gendron DESCRIPTION:Ouvert aux invités et à tous les membres d’Entreprises familiales Canada \nVenez nous rencontrer en personne lors d’une soirée stimulante remplie d’échanges et de rencontres avec d’autres membres d’Entreprises familiales Canada (FEC) ! Cette rencontre Kinnect s’inscrit dans le cadre du tout nouveau pôle communautaire de FEC à Montréal\, qui vise à rassembler les familles en affaires et les experts en accompagnement. Nous serions enchantés de vous y accueillir ! \nNous vous invitons à une rencontre privilégiée avec la famille Gendron du groupe AGF\, composée de Serge (père) et de ses enfants\, Maxime\, Catherine et Félix. Ils partageront avec transparence leur parcours au cœur de la continuité familiale. \nUne discussion authentique\, sans filtres\, sur les choix structurants et les zones plus grises. Cette discussion\, animée par Annie Veilleux\, associée chez ORIA\, se concentrera sur les décisions cruciales prises par la famille Gendron\, en mettant l’accent sur les aspects positifs ainsi que sur les défis auxquels elle a été confrontée. \nPendant l’entretien\, Annie abordera les sujets suivants avec ses invités : \n\nOser l’équité… même dans la différence.\nPourquoi avoir choisi un actionnariat égal entre les enfants – y compris un membre non actif dans l’entreprise? Entre harmonie familiale\, pérennité et réalités concrètes… qu’est-ce que ça change vraiment?\nÊtre actionnaire sans être opérateur.\nLe vécu de Félix : engagement\, distance\, sens… et moments de désalignement. Comment trouver sa place en tant que copropriétaire autrement?\nPrendre le relais… pour vrai.\nMaxime nous ouvre la porte sur la transition de leadership : les tiraillements\, les renoncements… et la pression de porter plus grand que soi.\nJouer un rôle de catalyseur au sein de la famille.\nLe parcours de Catherine : au cœur de la gouvernance\, du lien et de la cohérence familiale. Un rôle souvent invisible… mais essentiel.\nDonner un sens au patrimoine.\nLa Fondation familiale comme espace d’engagement\, de transmission et de mobilisation intergénérationnelle.\n\nCet événement\, ouvert à tous\, se tiendra à l’espace événementiel Le Quad situé au RDC du 1 Place Ville-Marie (près de la Banque Royale et des ascenseurs « A »). Il vise à susciter des échanges constructifs et l’apprentissage entre pairs dans un environnement favorable et stimulant. Que vous soyez directement impliqués dans une dynamique d’entreprise familiale ou que vous aidiez des familles à y faire face. \nNotez que cet événement vise à être une occasion d’apprentissage et de renforcement des liens entre les participants. Aucune sollicitation ni vente de services ne sont autorisées. Les places sont limitées et nous nous réservons le droit de restreindre la participation des conseillers qui ne sont pas membres d’Entreprises familiales Canada. \n\n Détails de l’événement\n \n\n Quand\n \n Mardi 16 juin 2026\n17:30 – 20:00\n\n Qui peut assister\n \n Cet événement est ouvert aux invités et à tous les membres d’Entreprises familiales Canada (y compris les FEA désignés et les candidats FEA). \n\n Lieu\n \n Espace événementiel Le Quad\n1 Place Ville-Marie (RDC)\nMontréal\, Quebec\nCanada\, H3B 3Y1\n\n Contact\n \n Pour obtenir de l’aide concernant l’inscription\, veuillez envoyer un courriel à events@familyenterprise.ca \n\n Coût\n \n 25 $ + taxes \n \n Inscrivez-vous maintenant\n \n\n Invités\n \n \n\n Serge Gendron\n \n \n\n Maxime Gendron\n \n \n\n Felix Gendron\n \n \n\n Catherine Gendron\n \n\n Famille Gendron\n \n \n \n Inscrivez-vous maintenant URL:https://events.familyenterprise.ca/event/community-event-june16/ CATEGORIES:All members,Family,FEA,NextGen,P.A.G,Progressive Experience END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260617T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260617T190000 DTSTAMP:20260609T193316 CREATED:20260226T145504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T142102Z UID:718257-1781715600-1781722800@events.familyenterprise.ca SUMMARY:Kinnect London: Family Enterprise Wealth Reframed DESCRIPTION:Open to All Family Members \nPlease join us in London for a practical fireside chat on the Total Family Wealth Portfolio-a whole‑balance‑sheet for enterprise families. We’re excited to share that Mehendi Kamani\, President of Tall Oak Capital Advisors\, will be speaking on how to approach wealth management so that it integrates investment strategies\, risk\, liquidity and governance with your operating companies\, your current family needs and your multigenerational family legacy. \nTogether\, we will discuss how to effectively manage wealth\, diversify\, maintain liquidity and make disciplined decisions that build continuity across generations. Light snacks and drinks will be provided\, so come out and connect with your local family enterprise community in the greater London\, Ontario area! \nPlease note: This is a relationship-building event focused on peer connections and learning. No solicitation or selling of services is permitted\, particularly for any advisors attending the event. \n\n Event Details\n \n\n When\n \n Wednesday\, June 10\, 20264:00 PM - 6:00 PM PDT () \n\n Who Can Attend\n \n This event is open to Family Members of Family Enterprise Canada\, and their guests. Space is limited. \n\n Where\n \n BlueRoots (map it)\n102-100 Wellington St.\nLondon\, Ontario\nCanada\, N6B 2K6\n\n Contact\n \n For help with registration\,\nemail events@familyenterprise.ca\n\n Cost\n \n Included with your FEC Membership. \n Register now\n\n Speaking\n \n \n\n Mehendi KamaniPresident of Tall Oak Capital Advisors\n \n Mehendi is President and founding partner of Tall Oak Capital Advisors\, where he leads a team dedicated to supporting multi-generational families\, foundations and businesses. \nDrawing on over 25 years of experience in financial services\, and his Family Enterprise Advisor (FEA) designation\, Mehendi guides clients through integrated wealth planning\, governance and continuity strategies. He works directly with high-net-worth families to uncover their goals and address complex wealth\, estate and tax needs\, always with a focus on stewardship and long-term success. Mehendi is committed to community service\, including his role as Past-Chair of Goodwill Industries\, Ontario Great Lakes. \nLearn more about Tall Oak Capital Advisors → URL:https://events.familyenterprise.ca/event/community-event-june17/ CATEGORIES:All members,Family,NextGen,P.A.G,Progressive Experience END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260708T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260708T130000 DTSTAMP:20260609T193316 CREATED:20241128T154618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T194900Z UID:717449-1783512000-1783515600@events.familyenterprise.ca SUMMARY:Introduction to the FEA Program DESCRIPTION:Interested in the Family Enterprise Advisor (FEA) Program? \nRegister for this online webinar where we will explore the complex field of family enterprise advising. Erin Alexander\, Business Development Lead\, will discuss the core teachings of the FEA Program and how it can enhance your technical skills\, along with the qualification requirements and application process for the FEA Program. \nDetails will also be provided on the upcoming cohorts\, course modules\, family business team project\, certification process and the benefits of being part of our FEA community. Register today! \nEvent Details\nWhen\nWednesday\, June 10\, 20264:00 PM - 6:00 PM PDT () \nWho Can Attend\nProfessionals interested in earning the FEA Designation. \nWhere\nOnline via Zoom.The session link will be emailed to registrants prior to the event. \nContact\nErin Alexanderealexander@familyenterprise.ca \nCan’t make it? Schedule a one-on-one call with Erin Alexander. \n Register now\nCan’t make it?\nBook a short meeting with Erin Alexander\, Business Development Manager\, who can answer any questions you may have about the FEA Program or earning the FEA designation. \n\n Register now URL:https://events.familyenterprise.ca/event/fea-program-intro-webinar/ CATEGORIES:FEA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260728T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260728T141500 DTSTAMP:20260609T193316 CREATED:20260420T144110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T182822Z UID:718320-1785243600-1785248100@events.familyenterprise.ca SUMMARY:FBN Connect: Getting Started DESCRIPTION:Open to All FEC Family Members \nAs part of your Family Enterprise Canada membership\, Family Members now have access to the Family Business Network (FBN) International and its digital platform\, FBN Connect. \nJoin us for an introductory session designed to help you get oriented and make the most of this new benefit! We’ll walk you through what FBN is\, how it can support you and your family enterprise\, and how to navigate FBN Connect with confidence. \nIn this information session\, you’ll learn how to: \n\nActivate and update your FBN Connect profile\nNavigate the FBN Connect platform and explore its features\nConnect with other members from around the world\nDiscover and register for FBN events and programs\n\nThis session is aimed at helping you get started and feel confident engaging with the global FBN community. We hope you can join us! \n\n Event Details\n \n\n When\n \n Wednesday\, June 10\, 20264:00 PM - 6:00 PM PDT () \n\n Who Can Attend\n \n This event is open Family Members of Family Enterprise Canada only. \n\n Where\n \n Online via Zoom.\nThe session link will be emailed to registrants prior to the event.\n\n Contact\n \n For help with registration\,\nemail events@familyenterprise.ca\n\n Cost\n \n Included with your FEC Membership. \n Register now\n\n Grateful for your help: URL:https://events.familyenterprise.ca/event/community-event-jul28/ CATEGORIES:All members,Community Call,Family,FEA,NextGen,P.A.G,Progressive Experience END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260923T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260923T141500 DTSTAMP:20260609T193316 CREATED:20260203T144451Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T195559Z UID:718235-1790168400-1790172900@events.familyenterprise.ca SUMMARY:Leading With Purpose Series (Parts 1-3) DESCRIPTION:Open to All Members \nBrought to you by FEC’s Family Enterprise Impact Committee\, Leading With Purpose is a dynamic three-part webinar series for family enterprise leaders who want to align business success with meaningful impact. Taking a global-to-local perspective\, this series will explore how purpose-driven leadership is reshaping the future of business-offering practical frameworks\, real-world examples and actionable insights to help organizations embed social consciousness into strategy\, culture and long-term growth. \n Part 1 (Concluded)\nTHE CORPORATE\nSOCIAL MIND\n\nThis event\nhas passed\n \n\n Michael Alberg-SeberichAuthor\, Speaker and Consultant\n \n This opening session\, The Corporate Social Mind\, will introduce a forward-thinking framework and the eight traits of socially minded organizations. Drawing on European best practices and case studies\, participants will gain a clear foundation for cultivating a socially conscious mindset that strengthens legacy\, resilience and sustainable success. \n \n Register now\n \n Part 2 (Up next!)\nA PATH TO PURPOSE AND PERFORMANCE\nWednesday\, September 23\n1:00 – 2:15 PM Eastern\n \n\n Kathryn AndrewsFounder\, Realise Change\n \n This session will explore what it means to become a Certified B Corporation and how this designation can support purpose-driven growth. Participants will gain an understanding of the B Corp certification  process\, including key performance standards across governance\, social impact and environmental responsibility. The session will also examine the unique benefits and potential challenges for family businesses pursuing certification\, alongside real-world examples of certified family enterprises. \n \n Register now\n \n Part 3\nCANADA’S LEADERSHIP IN PURPOSE-DRIVEN ENTERPRISE\nWednesday\, November 4\n1:00 – 2:15 PM Eastern\n \n\n Coro StrandbergCo-Founder and Chair\, The Canadian Purpose Economy Project\n \n This finaly session will explore the concept of a Social Purpose Business and highlights Canada’s leadership in advancing purpose-driven enterprise. Participants will gain clarity on what defines a social purpose and how it can serve as a powerful driver of innovation\, resilience\, and stakeholder loyalty. The session will also introduce practical tools and frameworks to help identify and embed purpose across an organization\, supported by examples from Canadian family businesses that have successfully integrated purpose into their operations. \n \n Register now\n \n\n Event Details\n \n\n Next Session\n \n Wednesday\, June 10\, 20264:00 PM - 6:00 PM PDT () \n\n Who Can Attend\n \n This event is open to all FEC Members. \n\n Where\n \n Online via Zoom.\nThe session link will be emailed to registrants prior to the event.\n\n Cost\n \n Included with your FEC Membership. \n\n Contact\n \n For help with your registration\,\nemail events@familyenterprise.ca.\n\n Presented Part 1\n \n \n\n Michael Alberg-SeberichAuthor\, Speaker and Consultant\n \n Michael Seberich works as a consultant\, moderator\, and coach in the fields of philanthropy\, foundation management\, corporate social responsibility\, and impact investing. A particular focus of his work lies in advising and supporting business families in the strategic development and implementation of their philanthropic engagement. He is Managing Director of Wider Sense GmbH\, a philanthropic consulting firm\, and co-author of the book The Corporate Social Mind\, which he published together with Derrick Feldmann in 2022. \nCheck our Michael’s book\, The Corporate Social Mind: How Companies Lead Social Change from the Inside Out. \n\n Presenting Part 2\n \n \n\n Kathryn AndrewsFounder\, Realise Change\n \n Kathryn Andrews is the founder of Realise Change\, a consultancy supporting founders and small businesses to build strong\, values-led organisations that balance commercial success with meaningful impact. \nKathryn specialises in guiding clients through B Corp certification and recertification\, offering structured\, hands-on support that brings clarity\, confidence and momentum to the complex requirements. Kathryn is known for her ability to quickly understand how a business works\, identify what matters most\, and connect people\, priorities and practical next steps. \nKathryn brings over 15 years of senior HR leadership experience from a global FTSE 50 energy company. She is a trained B Consultant\, a certified Sustainability Excellence Associate (SEA)\, and a Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) Associate. \nHer work is particularly valued by time-stretched leaders who want to build companies that value their people\, communities and the planet but need trusted guidance to make it achievable. Kathryn brings a calm\, collegiate approach\, acting as a partner and steady guide as organisations translate purpose into everyday decisions and systems. \nYou can learn more about Kathryn’s work at RealiseChange.ca. \n\n Presenting Part 3\n \n \n\n Coro StrandbergCo-Founder and Chair\, The Canadian Purpose Economy Project\n \n Coro Strandberg is Co-Founder and Chair of the Canadian Purpose Economy Project and President of Strategy Consulting. For more than three decades she has advised business\, government and industry associations on strategies to embed sustainability in governance\, strategy and operations. Coro is a pioneer in social purpose business and collaborates with business schools on social purpose education. \nCoro co-founded the United Way BC Social Purpose Institute\, which helped 50 small and medium-sized businesses define and implement their purpose across their operations. She has over 20 years experiences as a corporate director and specializes in purpose and sustainability governance. She is a faculty member for The Directors College and Governance Professionals of Canada where she teaches these topics. She serves on the Canadian Standards Association sustainability committee\, and in 2015 she was named the top consultant in Canada for her impact. \nSee Coro’s work at The Canadian Purpose Economy Project. \n  \n PART 1 (concluded) \n \n\n Michael Alberg-SeberichAuthor\, Speaker and Consultant\n \n THE CORPORATE SOCIAL MIND\nThis event has passed\nThis opening session introduced a forward-thinking framework and the eight traits of socially minded organizations. \nCheck out Michael’s book:\nThe Corporate Social Mind\n \n Register now\n \n PART 2 – Up Next! \n \n\n Kathryn AndrewsFounder\, Realise Change\n \n A PATH TO PURPOSE AND PERFORMANCE\nWednesday\, September 23 @ 1:00 PM Eastern\n\nThe next session will explore what it means to be a part of the global network of Certified B Corporations\, and how the designation can support purpose-driven growth. \nLearn more about Kathryn’s work:\nRealiseChange.ca\n \n Register now\n \n PART 3 \n \n\n Coro StrandbergCo-Founder and Chair\, The Canadian Purpose Economy Project\n \n CANADA’S LEADERSHIP IN PURPOSE-DRIVEN ENTERPRISE\nWednesday\, November 4 @ 1:00 PM Eastern\n\nThis final session will explore the concept of a Social Purpose Business\, its relevance to today’s organizations. \nSee what Coro has been up to:\nThe Canadian Purpose Economy Project\n \n Register now URL:https://events.familyenterprise.ca/event/community-event-apr15/ CATEGORIES:All members,Community Call,Family,FEA,NextGen,P.A.G,Progressive Experience END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR