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February 2021
FEA – Community Call: RESILIENCE 2.0 How can we help our clients be more resilient?
Join host FEAs Claire Sutton and Grant Conroy to learn how you can help your clients be more resilient. Come prepared for this open, facilitated conversation amongst your peers: Please watch this 3-minute music video here and please read the following article: Building Your Resilience, American Psychological Association. If you wish to learn more about this topic, we recommend this additional reading: Resilience, Psychology Today Why embracing the Nordic concept of ‘friluftsliv’ could be the secret to better mental health…
Find out more »FBN Canada – Chairs Cocktail Hour on Family Business as a Force for Good
“As a multi-generational business, West Canadian Digital Imaging has enjoyed a tradition of giving back to our community. We have found it to be engaging for our employees and given us a sense of purpose. Success to us means running a prosperous business that is able to give back, supporting our people to live fulfilling lives and ultimately leaving the world a better place. In today’s world, this is more important than ever” ~ Karen Brookman, CEO West Canadian Digital…
Find out more »March 2021
Family Enterprise Advisor Program Q & A
Interested in learning more about the Family Enterprise Advisor (FEA) program? Join us for this informative session with hosts Tim Mohr, Business Development Manager, FEA Program and Russel Baskin, National Director, Education & Programming, FEX. We will discuss the complexities of the field of family enterprise advising and hear first-hand how FEA designates have implemented key concepts from the program into their practice. We will explain the qualifications required to be accepted into the FEA program and the application process.…
Find out more »April 2021
Canadian Family Enterprise Forum
Once a year, the family business community in Canada has the opportunity to come together and reconnect, make new connections, learn and grow. This year, it will happen virtually 12:00 - 4:00 PM EDT on April 20-22 at the Canadian Family Enterprise Forum, presented by Family Enterprise Xchange (FEX). Business families, small and large, across Canada are invited to join our community for this unique, family business-focused event!
Find out more »2020 National Family Enterprise of the Year Award Celebration
This year we are excited to host the 2020 National Family Enterprise of the Year Award (FEYA) celebrations virtually at the Canadian Family Enterprise Forum! We invite you to join us as we honour and celebrate the family enterprise community and our three finalists, Akhurst Machinery Limited, Burnbrae Farms and Schinkel Properties Inc. Established in 1986, this award is given annually by FEC to recognize, celebrate and promote the achievements of Canadian family businesses and the considerable contribution they make…
Find out more »May 2021
Webinar – Own it! How to Develop Family Enterprise Ownership Skills at Every Age
Join Wendy Sage-Hayward in conversation with Gaia Marchisio, to discuss their new book, Own it! How to Develop Family Enterprise Owners Mindset at Every Age. Event Details When Who Can Attend Our entire FEC Family community is invited to attend. FEAs who attend this session will earn 1 continuing education credit toward their annual FEA designation requirement. Where Online via Zoom From the comfort of your home! Contact Chris Dohnal cdohnal@fexcanada.ca Presenters Wendy Sage-Hayward MA, FEASenior Consultant at the Family…
Find out more »FEA – Community Call: Intervision: What It Is, Why It’s Important, and How We Can Use It
You probably haven't heard much about Intervision, but we'd like to change that. The FEA program was a collaborative learning experience, and many of us think it would be great for such opportunities to continue. Intervision is an idea that involves group learning via peer coaching and sharing. We want to put that on the front burner, expecting that there will be other FEAs who would also be interested in setting up groups for this. Join hosts Steve Legler and…
Find out more »June 2021
Family Enterprise Advisor Program Q & A
Interested in learning more about the Family Enterprise Advisor (FEA) Program? Join us for this informative session with hosts Tim Mohr, Business Development Manager, FEA Program and Russel Baskin, National Director, Education & Programming, Family Enterprise Canada. 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…
Find out more »FEA Community Update
To keep you in the 'know' with all that's happening here at Family Enterprise Canada, we've planned two dates for you to connect with your peers, and learn about all the new programs, events and resources designed specifically for FEAs! As special guests, FEA Ambassadors will join the session to share our vision of this incredible FEA Community . We encourage you to ask questions and explore your membership opportunities. Please reserve your seat today! Event Details When Who Can…
Find out more »FEA – Community Call: Engaging the Rising Generation in a Digital Age
How do we motivate todays youth to reduce their screen time and be more productive? In today's world, technology is very important however, how much is too much? What about all the other important skills our children need to learn? This is the question many parents likely wonder about these days. Let's discuss some ideas and strategies through the lens of the family business. Can we leverage the opportunities the family business presents to help build these skills? How will…
Find out more »FEA Community Update – Take 2
To keep you in the 'know' with all that's happening here at Family Enterprise Canada, we've planned two dates for you to connect with your peers, and learn about all the new programs, events and resources designed specifically for FEAs! Susan St. Amand, Interim Board Chair and FEA Ambassadors Holly Simmons and Jeff Noble will join the session to share their experiences in our incredible community. We encourage you to ask questions and explore your membership opportunities. If you weren't…
Find out more »July 2021
Webinar – The Future of Work: Are you Recovery Ready?
Many indicators are saying that a boom is coming. While the excitement of increased sales, revenue, and profit is tantalizing; it is matched by the challenges of keeping and attracting talent, staying efficient, and the other pains associated with growth. Add to this that the pandemic has reshaped the expectations of many consumers and forced us to think about how we run our businesses. Are you ready? Do you have the tools that you need to get your team, your…
Find out more »FEA – Community Call: The Sibling Effect: What’s required to successfully prepare for a sibling partnership?
Transitioning to a sibling partnership is a complex process. Not only will the business function differently, but siblings will require a new set of skills not necessarily modeled by the founding generation. Early in their careers, siblings focus on learning the ins and outs of the business, working in parallel with one another while relying on the founder for direction. They develop their own style, build leadership skills and find their niche. As conversations turn to succession, siblings can be…
Find out more »Progressive Conversation – Raising Children in an Enterprising Family
Search "Raising Children in a Family Business" and you will be bombarded with 100's of articles, tips, tools - many of which include valuable information. What it doesn't provide you is the opportunity to share experiences with your peers - who are focused on the same issues as you are, with similar questions and a true passion to help you fulfill one of the most important missions of your life: raising the rising generation of your Enterprising Family. How can…
Find out more »August 2021
September 2021
2021 Annual General Meeting
Join us for the 2021 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 Tuesday, Sepetember 14, 2021 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM EDT Where Online via Zoom Voting Only members in good standing on the 31st day of July 2021, are entitled to vote through submission of the Member Voting and Proxy Form. Each Family Enterprise Canada Membership is entitled to one…
Find out more »Family Enterprise Advisor Program Q & A
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…
Find out more »Progressive Insights on Urgency of ESG Investment for Family Business Reputation
As an enterprising family, you've been feeling the pressure: there's a call for change - and the ask is getting louder with the global pandemic, growing unrest against inequality, and alarming symptoms of climate crisis. Your employees, local communities and consumers expect your business to be ahead of the curve for sustainable development and positive impact. Will you rise to the challenge? Join us to discuss ways to exceed in these expectations and thrive in Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)…
Find out more »October 2021
FEA – Community Call: Unravelling the Dynamics
Tension and friction are growing among shareholders and family members with hidden agendas, suspicion and power plays visible within the family business leadership. Promised opportunities as a shareholder for the next generation are not being honoured. The process and structures designed to measure the success of family members working in the business have been neglected. Communication is experienced as manipulative, protective, and guarded ongoingly erodes the trust within family and shareholders. The family, business and ownership governance created has become…
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