COVID-19 Resources
To help ease the strain COVID-19 is placing on Canadian Businesses, TEC Canada has compiled insights from global experts to support business leaders as they navigate the challenges and opportunities presented. If you would like to receive similar information more regularly, please click here.
COVID-19 Weekly Update: September 11th – September 18th
Details about the August Consumer Price Index from Statistics Canada and the Prime Minister's remarks following the recent cabinet retreat.
COVID-19 Weekly Update: September 4th – September 11th
Details about the Canada Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance (CECRA) extension and five upcoming events that will have a significant impact on Canadian business.
The 15 Minute Habit to Achieve Your Optimal Work-Life
By spending 15 minutes answering these questions, you're more likely to achieve personal fulfillment and professional success.
COVID-19 Weekly Update: August 28th – September 4th
Every Friday, we publish a weekly update on COVID-19 and its effect on business. Featuring details about the change in Canada's unemployment rate as well as valuable economic insights from Dr. Peter Andersen.
COVID-19 Weekly Update: August 21st – August 28th
Every Friday, we publish a weekly update on COVID-19 and its effect on business. Featuring details about the Safe Return to Class Fund and the significant June and July rebound for Canada's economy.
COVID-19 Weekly Update: August 14th – August 21st
Every Friday, we publish a weekly update on COVID-19 and its effect on business. Featuring details about the Government of Canada, the Government of Ontario, and 3M Canada's joint investment to expand a manufacturing facility for N95 respirators in Brockville, Ontario, and recent changes to Employment Insurance.
News
TEC Top Speaker Awards
Our professional speakers share their passion and breadth of knowledge to challenge and provide critical perspectives to our executive-level groups. Every year, we recognize our top speakers though our Top Speaker Awards.
TEC Canada Chairs Recognized at ChairWorld 2020
Congratulations to all the Chairs recognized at the TEC Canada Awards Night during ChairWorld 2020!
PointClickCare Expands its Partnership with Cliniconex
As part of the agreement, PointClickCare will resell Cliniconex’s Automated Care Messaging solution to customers in Canada.
Congrats TEC Members on Best Ottawa Business Awards!
The Best Ottawa Business Awards (BOBs) recognize Ottawa’s top businesses,
TEC member Kevin Ford Wins EY Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2019 Award
TEC member Kevin Ford was recognized at the EOY Awards for his transformative leadership at The Calian Group positioning the company toward innovation, growth and global markets.
Bow Valley College Partners with TerraHub Technologies
Bow Valley College is pleased to announce its partnership with TerraHub Technologies to launch the very first mobile digital credential wallet, powered by private blockchain and artificial intelligence.
Events
Member Stories
Member Story: Greg Hasiuk
“When I joined TEC, Number TEN was going into its worst fiscal year in a decade. My TEC group helped us navigate the difficulties and tough times. That’s when you need TEC, and its community of advisors and confidants the most".
Member Story: Pierce Ujjainwalla
“When I was doing things on my own, I was being a bit more risk-averse than I should have been. My TEC group provided me with the feedback and knowledge to trust my decisions and go bigger than I thought was possible.”
Member Story: Roger King
"As an entrepreneur, when I look at my group, they get me – they know the challenges I’m facing because they’ve conquered them, they approach a problem from different perspectives and offer solutions to tackle that issue.”
Member Story: Ellen Parker
“The speakers that TEC brings in are invaluable. I recently heard Bill Bishop speak about how to take your service offering to another level to create more sustainability for your company – so the speakers are an asset for business owners like myself.”
Member Story: Jason Maxwell
"I’m a young guy, so when I approached major deals with large contractors, I was quite nervous. I brought the issue to my TEC group and they provided me with everything I needed to check/address regarding the deal."
Member Story: Jim Deane
"If you join TEC, you better appreciate the gift of feedback, because you’ll get it."
Insights
Andersen Monthly Economic Report – August 2020
TEC Canada is pleased to provide the Andersen Monthly Economic Report exclusively to our members. The former assistant chief of the Bank of Canada's research department, Dr. Peter Andersen provides valuable economic insight to help you make better business decisions.
Deeper Insights: Shawn Casemore – Lessons in Customer Experience
"The leaders who succeeded understood that regardless of how you feel internally, you have to offer options to your consumers."
Andersen Monthly Economic Report – July 2020
TEC Canada is pleased to provide the Andersen Monthly Economic Report exclusively to our members. The former assistant chief of the Bank of Canada's research department, Dr. Peter Andersen provides valuable economic insight to help you make better business decisions.
CEO Confidence Index Q3 2020
Approximately 78% of TEC CEOs expect to either increase or maintain employment over the next 12 months. Half of this group plan on an increase. Many intend to increase either right now or steadily over this period.
Andersen Monthly Economic Report – June 2020
TEC Canada is pleased to provide the Andersen Monthly Economic Report exclusively to our members. The former assistant chief of the Bank of Canada's research department, Dr. Peter Andersen provides valuable economic insight to help you make better business decisions.
Leading Questions: Interview with John Sicard
How does a man who drops out of school to try and make it as a rock and roll drummer go on to become one of Ottawa’s top CEOs? John Sicard draws parallels between drumming and leading, recognizing that when he is in tune with the rhythm he can both play drums better and be a more effective leader of Kinaxis. Leading questions is a series of interviews with successful leaders conducted by TEC Canada Chair, Tim Redpath.
The Leadership Standard Podcast
The Leadership Standard – 011– Francis Cholle – Author, educator, adviser, and founder of SQUIRCLE
In addition to revealing the origins of SQUIRCLE, which began over 10 years ago while consulting with his international clients, Francis shares actionable insights to help business leaders conquer the unique problems of today and guide them away from the techniques of the past.
The Leadership Standard – S01E10– Mark Sutcliffe – Award-Winning Broadcaster, Author, Entrepreneur, and TEC Canada Chair
Just as running a marathon starts with taking your first stride, realize and master your leadership potential by pressing play on this timely and gripping conversation between Mark Sutcliffe and Gair Maxwell.
The Leadership Standard – S01E09 – Leo Bottary – International Speaker, Author, Founder and Managing Partner of Peernovation, LLC
Leo Bottary is the founder and managing partner of Peernovation, LLC. He is a sought-after thought leader on peer advantage, an emerging discipline dedicated to strategically engaging peers to realize their business and life goals.
The Leadership Standard – S01E08 – Rachel Mielke – CEO and Founder of Hillberg & Berk
With a career that has included a showing at the Oscars, a pitch-turned-deal on Dragons’ Den, partnerships with Olympic athletes such as Tessa Virtue, and two designs commissioned for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II - Rachel Mielke's interview with Gair Maxwell details a sparkling leadership journey that is sure to uplift and inspire.
The Leadership Standard – S01E07 – JasonTasse, COO – Lee Valley Tools Ltd.
There are two parts to every company: the mechanics and the soul. How does a leader achieve both in a time of retail disruption? Jason’s comprehensive discussion with Gair Maxwell provides an inspiring look at the mindset of a leader who was tasked with guiding the future of one Canada’s most iconic catalog companies.
The Leadership Standard – S01E06 – Carol Kitchen, VP of Energy & Logistics – Growmark
From humble beginnings on an Illinois farm to becoming the President and CEO of United Farmers of Alberta, and recently being named GROWMARK Vice President, Energy and Logistics – Carol’s 30 years of global, multi-channel success has been the result of embracing lifelong learning and a drive to knowing her industry better than anyone else.