Interested in learning more about the Family Enterprise Advisor (FEA) Program? Join us for this informative session with host Tim Mohr, Business Development Manager. We will discuss the complexities of the field of family enterprise advising, and Academic Director, Wendy Sage-Hayward, will discuss the core teachings of the Program and how it can enhance your technical skills. We will explain the qualifications required to be accepted into the FEA Program and the application process. Details will also be provided on…
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Why are views on the value of advisory boards so mixed in the family enterprise community? The nature and circumstances of each enterprise and their advisory boards vary widely. Join us for this informative webinar where we will discuss the importance of your advisory board and the frustrations that come with it. What are the common threads? How do we decide when a board is important, and what kind of board is required? What are the things that make a difference…
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Family Enterprise of the Year Award (FEYA) season is back! Join us online for the BC FEYA celebration. It's time to come together to honour and celebrate this year's finalists - Kalesnikoff and Prestige Hotels & Resorts! For the past 35 years, our FEYA ceremonies have become a cornerstone of our community; giving us an opportunity to recognize and promote the achievements of Canadian family businesses. More than an award, FEYA is a reminder of how much family enterprises matter…
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This webinar will start a conversation with family business practitioners about the key role and influence that gender plays in the family business setting. We believe this work can help you smooth succession, access talent, understand conflict, and maintain healthy business family relationships. We will define gender and explore how it affects not only women but men, and also teams, families, businesses, and cultures. We will discuss two case studies from the field that will highlight key challenges related to…
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Family Enterprise of the Year Award (FEYA) season is back! Join us online for the Ontario FEYA celebration. It's time to come together to honour and celebrate this year's finalists - Gerrie Electric, Gilas Management and Tomlinson Group of Companies! For the past 35 years, our FEYA ceremonies have become a cornerstone of our community; giving us an opportunity to recognize and promote the achievements of Canadian family businesses. More than an award, FEYA is a reminder of how much…
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Family Enterprise of the Year Award (FEYA) season is back! Join us in-person for our Quebec FEYA celebration. It's time to come together to honour and celebrate this year's finalists - Ed Brunet and Associates Canada Inc., GROUPE AGF INC. and Southshore Industries Ltd.! For the past 35 years, our FEYA ceremonies have become a cornerstone of our community; giving us an opportunity to recognize and promote the achievements of Canadian family businesses. More than an award, FEYA is a…
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La saison du Prix de l'entreprise familiale de l'année est de retour ! Joignez-vous à nous, en personne, pour célébrer les entreprises finalistes québécoises de 2021 - Ed Brunet et Associés Canada inc., GROUPE AGF INC. et Southshore Industries Ltd. En 35 ans, les cérémonies du Prix de l'entreprise familiale de l'année sont l'occasion de souligner et de faire valoir les réalisations des entreprises familiales canadiennes, et sont devenues une pierre angulaire de notre communauté. Le Prix de l'entreprise familiale…
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Family Enterprise of the Year Award (FEYA) season is back! Join us online for the Prairies FEYA celebration. It's time to come together to honour and celebrate this year's finalists - Doortech Mfg. and Distribution Ltd., Wallace & Carey Inc. and WCD (formerly West Canadian Digital Imaging)! For the past 35 years, our FEYA ceremonies have become a cornerstone of our community; giving us an opportunity to recognize and promote the achievements of Canadian family businesses. More than an award,…
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Join professors Christina Constantinidis and Teresa Nelson as they lead this two day (half days) workshop based on their groundbreaking research. Together, we will learn how gender influences family business dynamics and become familiar with tools that can help you leverage its impact on the family system. Half-Day 1 - Understanding the family business and its environment as a gendered system, with a focus on the immediate family and beyond. Goal: To analyze the key role and influence of gender…
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As we move towards a 'new normal' and adjust to the limitations COVID has imposed on our clients and our customers, how do you plan to move your business forward while we enter the third year of the pandemic? What have you learned about yourself and the resiliency of your business? What are your challenges and successes, or surprises? Event Details When Who Can Attend This call is open to all members of our community. Where Online via Zoom.A Zoom…
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Many families experience conflict, particularly around succession issues. While conflict is inherent to life, it can adversely impact and even jeopardize the viability of a family business if managed improperly. During this Community Call, we will discuss the common sources of conflict, best practices to minimize and prevent it, and what to do when conflict raises its head in a family business. Using the recent Rogers family saga as an example, attendees will have the opportunity to discuss and apply…
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Entreprises familiales Canada vous invite cordialement à une soirée cocktail avec des entreprises familiales locales. Vous serez accueillis par nos membres ambassadeurs Steve Legler, conseiller en entreprise familiale et Lianne Ulin, de l'entreprise familiale Groupe M Bacal. Les places sont limitées afin de créer un environnement accueillant et de faciliter les échanges. Détails de l'évènement Quand Où ALT HOTEL MONTREAL 120 Peel Street, Montreal, Quebec, H3C 0L8 Contact Leah DiRenzo ldirenzo@familyenterprise.ca S'inscrire maintenant Veuillez Noter: Nous nous conformerons à tous…
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Interested in the Family Enterprise Advisor (FEA) Program? We will discuss the complexities of the field of family enterprise advising and Academic Director, Wendy Sage-Hayward, will discuss the core teachings of the FEA Program and how it can enhance your technical skills. We will explain the qualifications required to be accepted into the Program and the application process. Details will also be provided on the upcoming cohorts, course modules, family business team project, certification process and the benefits of being…
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Symposium 2022 is our signature conference for the family business community taking place in beautiful downtown Vancouver, where you can expect dynamic keynote speakers, interactive skill-building workshops, family stories and engaging panel discussions that are all uniquely tailored to the family business experience.
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We are excited to host the National Family Enterprise of the Year Award (2021) celebration in-person at Family Business Symposium in Vancouver! We invite you to join us as we honour and celebrate the family enterprise community and our four Finalists: Gerrie Electric Wholesale Limited, GROUPE AGF INC., Kalesnikoff, and WCD (please see below for more information on these outstanding family businesses). Established in 1986, the Family Enterprise of the Year Award (FEYA) is given annually by Family Enterprise Canada…
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Interested in earning the FEA Designation? Get the inside scoop on the experience and impact of the Family Enterprise Advisor (FEA) Program and Designation in this Fireside Chat! Join designated FEAs Julia Chung, Jeff Noble and Kieron Hayes in a candid fireside chat as they share their key learnings, how the program shifted their practice and the ongoing benefits of being part of the FEA community. This session will provide you with insights into the FEA Program and how it…
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Selling the family business is a stressful and emotional process. Walking away from "the baby" a founder created is very hard to do. One of the things that makes it hard is the fear of the unknown that lies ahead "What will life-without-my-company be like? How should I plan my next chapter?" Join the discussion with Susan Latremoille, FEA, ICD.D, CPRC, MBA who specializes in working with advisors and their clients as they make this transition to their next chapter.…
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Join us for our Annual General Meeting (AGM). All members in good standing are encouraged to attend. You are required to register in advance in order to participate. Event Details When Where Online via Zoom Relevant Documents and Forms View the Official Notice Member Voting and Proxy Form Annual Report 2021-2022 Register Now
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We are delighted to be able to meet in person again!
Family business tours have always been a hit with our community as they provide an opportunity to bring the community together in a casual and fun environment to learn more about a local family enterprise. Come meet Fred and Jocelyn Perrier of Doortech who have offered to host a tour at their facility and share with us their story behind the Perrier family’s success, now celebrating its 20th year in business!
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According Family Enterprise Foundation recent research report, called "Ready, Willing And Interested - or Not? Canadian Family Business Transition Intentions", ownership of more than 60% of Family Enterprises will be changing hands within the next decade. That is the largest and most valuable transition of family business wealth in Canadian history. The best time to start a successful family continuity plan is NOW! If the current stewards are prepared to invest the time, energy, and money to develop governance systems…
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Interested in the Family Enterprise Advisor (FEA) Program?
We will discuss the complexities of the field of family enterprise advising and Academic Director, Wendy Sage-Hayward, will discuss the core teachings of the FEA Program and how it can enhance your technical skills.
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Come and hear the Velan Family Story and see what has helped them be so successful not only in Canada but across the globe after 70 years in the industrial valve business.
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Are you interested in learning more about Family Enterprise Canada?
Register for this casual online information session, where we will highlight the benefits of joining our community and answer your questions about membership. Start your journey to becoming a member today!
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Interested in the Family Enterprise Advisor (FEA) Program?
We will discuss the complexities of the field of family enterprise advising and Academic Director, Wendy Sage-Hayward, will discuss the core teachings of the FEA Program and how it can enhance your technical skills.
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Family Enterprise Canada is coming to Toronto and will be hosting a series of events March 7-9 aimed at bringing the family enterprise community together, welcoming new families and celebrating some of the prominent family businesses in the area.
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Join us in an informative discussion on understanding environmental metrics and performance and how Cove, Bernie Geiss' award-winning insurance brokerage has developed their sustainability practice using B-Corp and other channels.
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Learn more about Family Enterprise Canada
In this online information session, we want to give you a real sense of what our community has to offer. We'll be joined by a family business member who will share details about their experience and explain how our community has impacted them and their family. This session will also highlight the benefits of membership and give us the opportunity to answer any questions you may have.
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→ Part of Connecting Family Enterprise
Gorman Bros. Lumber is known for creating The Finest Boards. Perhaps even more, they are known for working together and for the value they place on the family roots that connect them with their employees. This culture of family results in employees staying long term and creating product in a way that gives this small family company a big impact in the community.
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→ Part of Connecting Family Enterprise — BC. Join us to learn more about Compass for Entrepreneurial Families, an educational program developed to provide business families with a better understanding of fundamental, contemporary concepts.
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→ Part of Connecting Family Enterprise — BC. .Join us for a community cocktail reception! This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with other members of our community and enjoy an evening of networking, conversation, and relaxation.
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