The Coffee Break JA alumnus Chris Francis shares his success story
Recognizing Success Honouring the 37th Class of Companions
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Honouring Canadian business leaders
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Opportune Time Those who prosper, in any field, are able to create and capitalize on opportunity. They develop and respond to shifting markets finding novel methods to serve needs and spur demand. And they understand how to take advantage of new products, services and even how to create industries. This theme of opportunity is an essential and recurring facet of so much of business. The 2015 Class of Companions of the Canadian Business Hall of Fame have distinguished themselves in different areas, but all share a talent for seeing potential and seizing the moment and, in doing so, they have opened up possibilities for themselves, their organizations, employees, industries and communities. The youth who participate in Junior Achievement, and those starting in business, are learning about their own potential. Through JA, students and alumni have gained insight and experience adjusting to, assessing and acting on opportunities. They grow more prepared to succeed in their career paths and in our economy – and as a result they grow more confident in their abilities. Canada’s well-being depends on our collective capabilities to forge new opportunities, and become an even more productive and innovative nation. Our Companions are paving the way for the generations to come. We thank all of our Companions, and all those who have supported the Canadian Business Hall of Fame, for the significant contributions they have made to the development of Canada’s youth into the leaders of tomorrow. Achievement isn’t a matter of good fortune, but of solid training, the right experience and attitudes, and hard work. As an old saying goes, luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.
JOS WINTERMANS Chair, Junior Achievement of Canada™ Foundation Board of Directors
KEITH PUBLICOVER President & CEO, Junior Achievement of Canada™
KEVIN DANE Chair, Junior Achievement of Canada™ Board of Directors
Congratulations to the 2015 Inductees of the Canadian Business Hall of Fame. The Globe and Mail is proud to honour Canada’s most accomplished and distinguished business leaders.
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Contents 9 2015 Gala Dinner and Induction Ceremony Evening menu
10 37th Class of Companions
13 AndrĂŠ BĂŠrard
15 N. Murray Edwards
17 Walter Hachborn
19 Heather Reisman
Corporate Director, National Bank of Canada Chairman, Canadian Natural Resources Limited Founder, Home Hardware
Chair & CEO, Indigo Books & Music Inc.
20 Farewell to Companions 23 Thank You to the 2015 Gala Sponsors 24 2016 Call for Nominations 26 The Canadian Business Hall of Fame 27 Annual Events 28 Celebrating the Role of Canadian Business 29 The Circle of Inspiration 30 Junior Achievement of Canada 31 Experiential Learning
Junior Achievement national programs
34 The Coffee Break
JA alumnus Chris Francis shares his success story
39 We are JA
The 2015 national awards & scholarships winners
44 In the Community
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It gives me great pleasure to send my warmest greetings and congratulations to all those being honoured at the Canadian Business Hall of Fame Gala Dinner and Induction Ceremony. I would also like to thank everyone in attendance for helping our youth succeed in business with your contributions to Junior Achievement of Canada. When we give—whether in time, talent or money—we grow as individuals and as a community. As governor general, I firmly believe Canada has benefited richly from the contributions of professionals, entrepreneurs, volunteers and philanthropists who have dedicated themselves to helping others. Today, the Canadian Business Hall of Fame honours those who have demonstrated a stalwart commitment to enriching the lives of their fellow Canadians. I congratulate all of you on this honour and I thank you for making Canada a smarter, more caring place to live.
David Johnston March 2015
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I am pleased to extend my warmest greetings to everyone attending the 2015 Canadian Business Hall of Fame Companion Induction Ceremonies and Gala Dinner. This special occasion offers an opportunity to pay tribute to the lifetime achievements of Canada’s most distinguished leaders in business, while highlighting their importance as role models for future generations of enterprising young men and women. Funds raised this evening will help ensure that the partnership between the Canadian Business Hall of Fame and Junior Achievement Canada continues to set young entrepreneurs on the path to success and fulfillment. Tonight, you pay tribute to four remarkable individuals who have earned the respect of their peers for their leadership, vision, and integrity. I would like to join with you in saluting the 2015 inductees to the Canadian Business Hall of Fame: André Bérard, N. Murray Edwards, Walter Hachborn, and Heather Reisman. They are most deserving of this prestigious honour. Please accept my best wishes for an enjoyable and memorable evening.
The Rt. Hon. Stephen Harper, P.C., M.P. OTTAWA 2015
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THE NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE CONGRATULATES THE 2015 CANADIAN BUSINESS HALL OF FAME CLASS OF CHAMPIONS
ANDRÉ BÉRARD N. MURRAY EDWARDS WALTER HACHBORN AND
HEATHER REISMAN The NHL Foundation is proud to support the Junior Achievement of Canada Foundation
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Gala Dinner & Induction Ceremony
Menu
Deluxe bread basket appetizer
Tonight’s Gala Dinner and Induction Ceremony is in celebration of the accomplishments of the 2015 Inductees: André Bérard, N. Murray Edwards, Walter Hachborn and Heather Reisman. These four distinguished business leaders comprise the 37th Class of Companions and were nominated by their peers and chosen by an independent selection committee. Read more about each of these remarkable individuals in the following pages. The evening will be hosted by Peter Mansbridge, Chief Correspondent of CBC News. As part of the evening’s celebrations, guests will have the opportunity to hear directly from each Inductee and learn the story of their success. In addition, the evening will showcase six Junior Achievement national awards and scholarships winners who will share their experiences, inspirations and goals as future leaders. Guests will hear the impact of great Canadian business role models directly from Canada’s next generation of leaders.
Chilled Seafood Plate: Giant shrimp, Atlantic diver scallop, smoked salmon, fresh clams & marinated mussels Fine bean salad, smoked tomato dressing & virgin olive oil drizzle entrée Fire roasted AAA tenderloin, charred red pepper & vine tomato sofrito Chimi churi drizzle, soufflé potato, baby vegetables, cabernet jus vegetarian option Deconstructed ratatouille with seared roasted garlic goat cheese polenta slices, seven mushroom risotto, crushed basil EVOO drizzle duo dessert Potted fresh berries, milk chocolate globe & sea salt caramel coffee & tea
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Congratulations to the 37th Class of Companions on behalf of the Canadian Business Hall of Fame. Your world-class accomplishments and contributions to the Canadian economy are truly an inspiration.
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CONGRATULATIONS ANDRÉ BÉRARD!
National Bank is proud to support Canadian Business Hall of Fame and would like to congratulate André Bérard for his achievements and for this outstanding recognition.
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Work Hard, Take Risks ANDRÉ BÉRARD
Corporate Director, National Bank of Canada
“If you work harder than anybody else, you increase your chances. I was always prepared to take a new job.” André Bérard was a career banker, eventually ascending to the top of the National Bank of Canada. What drew him to banking? “Simple – it was the only job available,” says Mr. Bérard. When his father died, Mr. Bérard was forced to leave school in Montreal and take responsibility for the family. His first job was a collection clerk, which he says was a step above doorman. Yet he rose steadily through the ranks. Mr. Bérard gives credit to his attitude, beyond his aptitude. “There’s no miracle in life. If you work harder than anybody else, you increase your chances. I was always prepared to take a new job,” he says. Another key was being a risk-taker: “I wasn’t a balance sheet lender. I was a people lender. If you want to succeed, you had to bet on entrepreneurs.” From 1958-1986, Mr. Bérard held positions of increasing responsibilities at National Bank. He was named President and COO in 1986, CEO in 1989, and Chairman in 2002.
Mr. Bérard has served on the boards of, among others, Arbec Forest Products, Bombardier, Tembec Industries, BCE, Telesat Canada, Saputo, Glencore Canada, Canam Group, Vasogen, Maclos Capital and Videotron. He was named an Officer of the Order of Canada and an Officer of the Ordre national du Québec. He defines leadership as teaching by example: “Never ask anybody to do what you’re not prepared to do yourself.” Mr. Bérard remembers once talking to his people about making cold calls. He wasn’t getting the message across, until he asked a commercial banking unit to list their five biggest non-customers. Mr. Bérard said he would personally go along to visit every single one. “You cannot order your employers to shape the culture. You have to convince them. It’s the only way.”
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Congratulations N. Murray Edwards 2015 Inductee to the Business Hall of Fame Canadian Natural would like to congratulate N. Murray Edwards, our Chairman, on being inducted into the Order of the Business Hall of Fame. His business acumen, leadership, and vision have been instrumental to Canadian Natural building a world-class crude oil and natural gas company.
Congratulations to all Companions inducted into the Order of the Business Hall of Fame
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Be Resourceful N. MURRAY EDWARDS Chairman, Canadian Natural Resources Limited
“In life, you drill dry holes. Quickly, I learned you have to be nimble and be able to change your strategy.” N. Murray Edwards was forging a successful legal career as a young partner at a Calgary law firm. He liked practicing law, but didn’t love it. Instead, this Regina native was drawn to business. “Basically, I walked away,” he says.
barrels a day, and has an enterprise value of approximately $50 billion. Mr. Edwards is also President of Edco Financial Holdings Ltd., Chairman of Ensign Energy Services, and Chairman and co-owner of the NHL’s Calgary Flames. Thanks to his generous contribution, the University of Saskatchewan renamed his alma mater the N. Murray Edwards School of Business.
It was a sound decision. Mr. Edwards had an entrepreneurial itch, and with a friend who was in oil and gas he began exploring business opportunities. He invested everything into a company called Canadian Natural Resources, hired a geologist and drilled his first well. It turned up water instead of natural gas, and now half his money was gone. “We were going to drill another well. I said, ‘Wait a second. If it’s dry, we’ll be broke.’ So we changed our approach,” says Mr. Edwards.
Reflecting on his early business experience, Mr. Edwards is grateful. “In life, you drill dry holes. Quickly, I learned you have to be nimble and be able to change your strategy.”
The resource man became resourceful. He turned to acquisitions, and grew from there. Today, Canadian Natural Resources is among the world’s largest independent crude oil and natural gas producers. It produces over 800,000
He appreciates what George Bernard Shaw wrote in Pygmalion: “Happy is the man who can make a living by his hobby.” He says, “I’m involved in so many ventures. It provides a great deal of breadth and opportunities for problemsolving. So every day I come to our office and do my hobby as my job.”
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Recognizing an Independent Spirit The Dealers and Staff of Home Hardware Stores Limited are proud to congratulate company co-founder Walter Hachborn for his induction into the Order of the Business Hall of Fame. A true visionary, Walter has left his indelible mark on the hardware and home improvement industry and set the standard we all strive to maintain today.
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There’s No Place Like Home WALTER HACHBORN Founder, Home Hardware
“Walter set us up with a good culture from day one, with a real caring attitude.” When he landed an $8/week job as a stock boy at a hardware store in 1938, Walter Hachborn was just shy of his 17th birthday. He couldn’t have foreseen that he would spend his career in hardware. Or that his impact on the industry, and the very survival of Canada’s independent home improvement retailers, would be unmatched. Mr. Hachborn was born in Conestogo, Ontario in 1921. After serving in World War II, he returned to work at the hardware store and bought it in 1950. He dreamed of a network of dealer-owned stores, with centralized distribution and buying power. In 1964, Mr. Hachborn realized that vision when he formed Home Hardware Stores with two partners. At first, there were 122 stores. Today, the 100% Canadian-owned and operated cooperative includes nearly 1,100 stores. Paul Straus, current President of Home Hardware, says Mr. Hachborn had a keen instinct
for both how the company’s model could work and for the ultimate foundation of success. “Walter set us up with a good culture from day one, with a real caring attitude,” says Mr. Straus. “He used to tell us that we’re not in the hardware business, we’re in the people business. It was important back then and is still important today.” Among his many other honours, Mr. Hachborn has earned Distinguished Retailer of the Year and a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Retail Council of Canada. He is a member of the Canadian Hardware & Housewares Industry Hall of Fame, and in 1999 Hardware Merchandising named him Retailer of the Century. Upon learning he was selected for the Canadian Business Hall of Fame, the 93-year-old Mr. Hachborn said, “I cannot imagine a greater honour. I am truly humbled and enormously grateful to have my name listed among Canada’s most distinguished business leaders.”
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The Write Stuff Congratulations to Heather Reisman, passionate business leader and chief book lover, on being inducted into the Order of the Business Hall of Fame. Your dedication to excellence is an inspiration to all.
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Best Seller HEATHER REISMAN
Chair & CEO, Indigo Books & Music Inc.
“She created the most dynamic retail book industry in the world, not just in Canada.” Some entrepreneurs start a business; others transform a market. Consider Heather Reisman who founded Canada’s leading bookstore, Indigo, in 1996. “Heather had a sense of the retail trade, and an absolute passion for books,” says publisher Louise Dennys. “Her legacy is that she created the most dynamic retail book industry in the world, not just in Canada.” Indigo is Canada’s largest book, gift and specialty toy retailer. Ms. Reisman is also cofounder of Kobo, an e-reading company. Her unofficial title, “chief book lover”, hints at a reason for her triumphs and is sound advice for any entrepreneur: “Find an industry you’re passionate about, then give it everything you’ve got,” she says. Her exposure to retail came early. When Ms. Reisman was in grade 7, her father was walking in downtown Montreal and noticed a going out of business sign in a women’s fashion store. With no retail experience, he decided to buy the store. His wife, until then a stay-at-home
mom, joined in and played a key role in building the store’s cachet. The experience – witnessing the courage to take a chance, her mother making her mark, and the store’s success – had a profound effect. “That was pretty much formative,” says Ms. Reisman. At Indigo, she has made an impact on the cultural landscape through everything from championing Canadian books to the company’s Love of Reading Foundation (promoting childhood literacy skills). Before Indigo, Ms. Reisman was Managing Director of Paradigm Consulting, a strategy and change management firm. She also had a leadership role at the Cott beverage company. Ms. Reisman is on the boards of Onex Corporation and Toronto’s Mount Sinai Hospital, and on the Bilderberg Steering Committee (geo-political conference). What’s next for Ms. Reisman? “I say I’m just starting.” It seems the next chapter in her success story is yet to be written.
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Lasting Legacies: A Salute to Three Companions With deep sadness and lasting gratitude for their contributions, the Canadian Business Hall of Fame and Junior Achievement of Canada bid farewell to three distinguished Companions of the Order of the Business Hall of Fame who we lost this past year. In reflecting on their achievements, and conveying how others paid tribute, we honour their impact. Their legacies, and the influence they had on the countless people they encountered, speaks to lives that continue to inspire.
PURDY CRAWFORD
November 7, 1931 – August 12, 2014, Class of 2000 Among Canada’s top corporate lawyers and executives, Purdy Crawford stood out. Remembering him last August, his peers called him “leader”, “builder”, “mentor” and “wise counselor”.
CEO and Chair of Imasco. Mr. Crawford’s many board postings included Canadian National, Petro-Canada, Foot Locker and Maple Leaf Foods. An editorial in the Halifax Chronicle Herald stated “At the height of his career, Purdy Crawford’s advice had the kind of pull usually associated with the Fundy tides.”
Mr. Crawford, born in Five Islands, Nova Scotia, might have been most proud of being a role model. He loved nurturing talent and encouraging dreams. That was true at work. It was evident through his fundraising and generosity, like Centraide Montreal’s 123 GO! early education project. And it was clear via his integral contributions to JA, as one of three founding directors of the JA Foundation.
His ongoing influence is seen in the institutions and initiatives named in his honour: the Purdy Crawford Teaching Centre at Mount Allison University; Purdy Crawford Chair in Business Law at Dalhousie University; and Purdy Crawford Chair in Aboriginal Business Studies at Cape Breton University’s Shannon School of Business. Through such bodies and his legacy, Mr. Crawford will continue to inspire future achievers.
He set an example for achievement at the law firm Osler, Hoskin and & Harcourt, and as President,
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DR. JOHN R. EVANS
October 1, 1929 – February 13, 2015, Class of 2005 Imagine the odds of anyone entering the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame or the Canadian Business Hall of Fame. Dr. John Evans of Toronto achieved both distinctions. He received his medical degree from University of Toronto, and a doctorate from Oxford University, where he was a Rhodes Scholar. Dr. Evans was founding Dean of the Faculty of Medicine at McMaster University, and President of University of Toronto. Later, Dr. Evans was Director of the World Bank’s Population, Health and Nutrition Department. In Toronto he helped create
the MaRS Discovery District, to foster biotechnology commercialization. MaRS CEO Ilse Treurnicht said “MaRS brought together the threads of his life – physician, academician, biotech entrepreneur, business leader, global health pioneer.” Dr. Evans chaired the Rockefeller Foundation, Allelix Biopharmaceuticals, Torstar, Alcan, and the Canada Foundation for Innovation. Meric Gertler, University of Toronto President, said “John will be remembered not only as a champion of excellence and innovation, but as a delightful man who combined extraordinary brilliance with great warmth.”
JOSEPH L. ROTMAN
January 6, 1935– January 27, 2015, Class of 2009 Joseph Rotman not only cared deeply about causes, he got others to care. “He was a man for all seasons,” eulogized Governor General David Johnston. “His ability to communicate his passion to others convinced them to give their time, talent and resources.” One of those passions was Junior Achievement. The Toronto-born entrepreneur was an active member of the Circle of Inspiration, an exclusive network of business and community leaders that provide support to Junior Achievement of Canada. Mr. Rotman was Chairman of Roy-L Capital Corporation, a private family investment
company, and established companies active in oil and gas, merchant banking, real estate and venture capital. He was instrumental in numerous bodies that advance Canada’s life sciences research, innovation capacity and public policies. With his wife, he also spurred the growth of renowned institutions – Rotman Research Institute at Baycrest (cognitive neuroscience); McLaughlin-Rotman Centre for Global Health, University Health Network; and Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto. His efforts have helped to spark new generations of young achievers, in many realms. “When I consider the strength of Canada, I see Joe’s influence reflected in many ways,” said Gov. Gen. Johnston. “His gifts to our country will endure.”
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You’ve opened the door for a generation of Canadian business leaders. Thank you. As a proud sponsor of the Canadian Business Hall of Fame 2015 Gala Dinner and Induction Ceremony, Bell congratulates this year’s distinguished inductees. These visionaries have spent a lifetime in the service of our economy and community, and their example ensures the Canadian business leaders of tomorrow will be ready for any challenge. 2015 Inductees:
André Bérard, Corporate Director, National Bank of Canada
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N. Murray Edwards, Chairman, Canadian Natural Resources Limited
Walter Hachborn, Founder, Home Hardware
Heather Reisman, Chair and CEO, Indigo Books & Music Inc.
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Thank You to the 2015 Gala Sponsors National Partner
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Companion Sponsors
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Nominate the 38th Class of Companions Nominations are now open for the 2016 Class of Companions. As National Partner of the Canadian Business Hall of Fame, Knightsbridge Human Capital Solutions exclusively manages the selection process of the Order of the Business Hall of Fame. Knightsbridge is responsible for managing the overall search by identifying and short listing potential nominees, guiding the Selection Committee through a transparent process, and helping the committee select nominees who demonstrate integrity and have made significant contributions to the Canadian economy and their community.
For more information, please visit: knightsbridge.com/cbhf Nominations close July 31, 2015
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2016 CALL FOR
NOMINATIONS The Canadian Business Hall of FameTM promotes the legacies of our members with a vision to secure Canada’s economic prosperity and competitiveness in a global marketplace. The Order of the Business Hall of FameTM celebrates the outstanding contributions of Canadian business leaders to the economic growth and development of our nation. These individuals are role models for enterprising young Canadians. As Canada’s pre-eminent honours system for life achievements in business, Order of the Business Hall of Fame Companions are recognized for their exemplary service to the economy, community and our nation. Nominations are now open for the 2016 Class of Companions. The deadline for nominations is July 31, 2015. For more information, please visit:
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Stronger people, Stronger organization.
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Canadian Business Hall of Fame Celebrating the lifetime achievements of Canada’s foremost business leaders The Canadian Business Hall of Fame and the Order of the Business Hall of Fame recognize and celebrate the lifetime accomplishments of Canada’s most distinguished business leaders. Founded in 1979 by Junior Achievement of Canada, it was created in order to honour inspiring Canadian leaders and provide mentors and role models to youth across the country. As leading examples of achievement in business and in life, Companions of the Order of the Business Hall of Fame have demonstrated the qualities necessary to ensure the success and competitiveness of Canada in a global marketplace. Nominated by their peers, Inductees are chosen as Companions of the Order of the Business Hall of Fame by an independent selection committee and receive the post-nominal designation C.B.H.F. for their significant contributions to Canada’s success and its citizens. Since its inception, the Canadian Business Hall of Fame has seen over 170 business leaders bestowed with Canada’s highest business honour. For more information including a complete listing of Companions, please visit cbhf.ca.
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THE CANADIAN BUSINESS HALL OF FAME
Annual Events Stay involved throughout the year Insights & Inspiration breakfast Fall 2015 This inspiring event from the Canadian Business Hall of Fame is an opportunity to connect and hear directly from some of Canada’s foremost business leaders. Listen as they share valuable insights gleaned from years of personal experience in the business world. cbhf.ca/breakfast Announcement Luncheon November 2015 Each Fall, the Canadian Business Hall of Fame celebrates the public announcement of the next Class of Companions during this private luncheon. Members of the business community are invited to celebrate in the announcement and hear from the Inductees. The newly announced Inductees are formally inducted during the Gala Dinner and Induction Ceremony the following Spring. Gala Dinner and Induction Ceremony May 12, 2016 The annual Canadian Business Hall of Fame Gala Dinner and Induction Ceremony hosts senior business leaders from across Canada. Guests gather at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre to celebrate the success of Canada’s businesses and honour new members as they are formally inducted into the Order of the Business Hall of Fame. cbhf.ca/gala
Events are in support of Junior Achievement of Canada. Proceeds help Junior Achievement reach the growing demand for entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and work readiness programs for Canadian students, which are essential to their future success.
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THE CANADIAN BUSINESS HALL OF FAME
Celebrating the Role of Canadian Business Canada’s business history on permanent display As part of ongoing recognition of their leadership and enduring impact, a complete list of the Canadian Business Hall of Fame Companions is featured on permanent display in the atrium of Brookfield Place in the heart of downtown Toronto. Individual glass displays showcase the Companions, the Selection Committee and process, the Gala Dinner and Induction Ceremony, its generous sponsors and is complemented by a mosaic mural, created by artist Louis Fishauf, which depicts significant events and milestones that mark Canadian business history. The display also features information about Junior Achievement of Canada and its role in inspiring Canada’s future leaders. The display is open to the public seven days a week.
“It’s a very important legacy for the future, where people will be able to stand, look at the wall, and realize what a great contribution business has made to the Canadian economy.” — David McLean
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Circle of Inspiration Investing in the future
Tony Fell, former Chairman of RBC Capital Markets and Companion of the Order of the Business Hall of Fame, partnered with Junior Achievement of Canada to launch the Circle of Inspiration campaign. The Circle of Inspiration is made up of Companions and representatives of the Canadian Business Hall of Fame who have made the commitment to support Junior Achievement as they refresh and transform programs to digital platforms, increase student reach, and provide a strong foundation for continued growth and development. Thank you to the members of the Circle of Inspiration: Sonja Bata Aldo Bensadoun John E. Cleghorn Jack L. Cockwell A. Jean de GrandprĂŠ Anthony S. Fell Gerald R. Heffernan Arthur Irving
Brandt C. Louie Joseph L. Rotman Isadore Sharp David F. Sobey W. Galen Weston L.R. Wilson Jos Wintermans
Join the Circle of Inspiration online at jacanada.org/ circleofinspiration
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JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT NATIONAL PROGRAMS JA’s programs inspire students to understand their potential, set life goals and succeed at school and in business. We accomplish this by partnering with teachers and dedicated volunteers who bring the “real world” into the classroom. Our programs are based on three pillars: Entrepreneurship: In our entrepreneurship programs, students gain first-hand experience in running a successful business by learning how to create business plans, innovate, manage teams and take a new product to market. Financial Literacy: Through our financial literacy programs, students learn how to create and manage wealth developing skills in areas such as budgeting, investing and creating financial plans. Work Readiness: Our work readiness programs give students invaluable career-building skills such as how to communicate, network, interview for jobs and collaborate with diverse groups of people. Volunteers work in collaboration with teachers to deliver experiential learning. They use a variety of learning methods – including hands-on activities, classroom discussions and e-learning. They also share their personal experiences to help students see how these lessons apply to the real world. Students leave feeling inspired, ready to make a positive difference in their communities and confident in their abilities.
Our National Programs A Business of Our Own introduces grade 3-6 students to the possibilities of business. In this program, students put on their entrepreneurial hats and become the CEO of their very own retail business, helping them apply their knowledge and skills to a real-life situation.
and operate a real business by launching their own small enterprise with guidance from business mentors. Students complete this program with the confidence and the real-world skills and experience needed to achieve their entrepreneurial dreams.
Be Entrepreneurial challenges grade 9-12 students to imagine a business venture while still in school. At the end of this program, students will have created their own business plan and will be inspired to innovate and start businesses.
Dollars with Sense empowers students in grade 7-9 to make smart, lifelong financial choices. In this program, students are given the vital tools they need to live debt-free and become savvy investors, learning personal money management skills that they can apply to their lives now.
Company Program transforms today’s grade 10-12 student into tomorrow’s leaders. Over a fourmonth period, students learn how to organize
Dream Big motivates grade 9-11 students to explore their personal potential and
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discover what it takes to make their dreams a reality. Discussions and interactive exercises teach them to use their talents, overcome resistance, and access the resources needed to reach their highest potential and develop a personal action plan to achieve their goals. Economics for Success teaches grade 8-10 students how their choices can impact their future. This interactive program helps them understand the link between education and achieving their goals, and learn what’s needed to succeed in today’s workforce. Investment Strategies turns grade 8-11 students into savvy investors by combining interactive classroom lessons with an online stock market simulation, Invest JA. Students manage their own simulated stock portfolio and complete the program having learned how to research and select investments. Our Business World inspires grade 5-6 students to become Canada’s next entrepreneurs. In this program, elementary students explore how businesses are created and what makes them thrive. Using games and multimedia, they learn about innovation, start-ups and self-employment. Our Community - Needs, Jobs, Tools teaches grade 3-4 students how they can make a positive impact in their community and contribute to Canada’s
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Learn more about Junior Achievement programs at jacanada.org/programs
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THE COFFEE BREAK
JA ALUMNUS CHRIS FRANCIS CARVES HIS OWN OPPORTUNITIES IN WINDING PATH TO SUCCESS Francis grew up in Stratford, just outside Charlottetown. As a teenager, he aspired to be a lawyer, architect or teacher. “Business wasn’t something I thought about,” he says. Then he got involved with Junior Achievement.
As a young entrepreneur, Chris Francis understands that opportunity is always brewing. In school, life and business, he has embraced the experiences that have shaped a burgeoning business success story. At 24, Francis is co-owner of Receiver Coffee Company, a café on Victoria Row in downtown Charlottetown, PEI. Since it opened in 2014, it has generated a buzz for its friendly atmosphere, delicious local fare, and focus on social responsibility. How did Francis end up here? As his life to date has shown, you can’t always chart a path as a straight line. Yet he understands the importance of being open enough to learn from his experiences, and savvy enough to see where those twist and turns can lead. Do that, he’ll tell you, and you can excel.
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JA doesn’t just teach business skills but the pillars of success in any endeavour, says Betty Ferguson, President and CEO, Junior Achievement of PEI. Lessons in things like marketing and HR are of course invaluable, she says, but so is the chance to hone a range of qualities that workplaces value. With those lessons, JA students can fill a toolbox they can draw on in any setting. “What JA instills,” says Ferguson, “are lifelong opportunities.”
“I saw challenges as something to be excited about, not something to be afraid of.” For Francis, JA provided an opportunity to develop his confidence. He was shy back then, but became inspired by his fellow students and JA advisors who were full of enthusiasm. “They were very positive, and the creative energy was flowing,” says Francis. “I learned I was capable of coming up with ideas. It was eye-opening.” Through JA projects, Francis gained valuable business experience and abilities such as thinking on the fly and problem solving. With his newfound self-confidence, he was able to shed his nerves and play guitar in a JA singing telegram
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venture, and run for student council president. “I saw challenges as something to be excited about, not something to be afraid of,” he says. That faith in yourself and can-do attitude are essential ingredients in pursuing any objective. In high school, Francis didn’t have clear career goals yet. But some important seeds were planted.
Finding His Passion
Ferguson notes that whether describing triumphs or obstacles, JA volunteers offer a valuable reminder. “They share best practices and their journeys, and how they set themselves apart,” she says. What do students absorb? “That there are lots of paths to success.”
“If you really want to do something, if you have that passion, you owe it to yourself to pursue it or you’ll have regrets.” That has been true for Francis. He attended the University of PEI, to study his first passion psychology, but he had another burning desire: music. He left school after a year to play bass, write, tour and record with rock bands North Lakes and Wildcat. Francis didn’t know if he’d make it. Yet he’s certain of one thing: “If I hadn’t done that, I know for a fact I wouldn’t be doing what I’m doing now.” ...continued on page 36
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Music gave Francis learning opportunities that would serve him well in business. Working with bandmates, he learned more about the power of collaboration. He also realized you have to follow your dreams and give them everything you have. “If you really want to do something, if you have that passion, you owe it to yourself to pursue it or you’ll have regrets,” he says. His bands may not have achieved mass success, but Francis became more comfortable with the idea of taking risks to realize his dreams. He also started to develop another interest from travelling to shows.
“You can’t see opportunities if you don’t know what you’re looking for.” “You woke up in a place you didn’t know. The first thing I would do is get coffee. It didn’t matter what town, I always found something interesting about coffee shops. You have people from every walk of life, and it’s where they all interact. It was an interesting dynamic, to see the community build up around coffee. I felt a strong connection.” After 18 months pursuing music, Francis returned to university. He did another semester before realizing that he wasn’t ready to start a career in psychology. So he put his studies on hold again. Now what? In business, sometimes you catch a break, other times you make your own. Francis found work helping to open a café, doing drywalling and painting to get the space ready. He ended up joining the team and eventually became the manager. One regular customer, Amer Abualsoud, became a friend. While Francis had an ever growing affinity for the coffee world, Abualsoud had business experience, running a restaurant and a print company. The two decided to
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become partners and open their own coffee shop and roaster. Receiver has an espresso bar, sells specialty coffees (high-grade, transparently-sourced), and offers breakfasts and baked goods (locallyproduced). They roast their own coffee, and sell to other shops and restaurants. Why call the café Receiver? To Francis, a telephone receiver signified connections and the notion of bringing people together. That’s its function. But in this case there are more personal meanings. His father worked for the phone company, and it always seemed more like a family than a job. Francis and his father also used to take apart old phones, a treasured memory. “He taught me diligence, to always work hard at what you’re doing and don’t rush,” says Francis. “Those are things I apply in business all the time.”
Putting JA’s Lessons Into Action
Francis finds himself reaching back to his JA lessons. Would he be running a café without those experiences? Maybe, but not quite the same way, he says.
“They were very positive, and the creative energy was flowing. I learned I was capable of coming up with my own ideas. It was eyeopening.” For instance, he credits JA with reinforcing the importance of adjusting to different circumstances. “Some people have a business plan, but the second there’s deviation they panic. You need flexibility when things change.” When the current space for Receiver came up, Francis was already operating in another location. He knew the new spot would
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be better for growth, and scrambled to pull the necessary resources together. He says JA also taught him to maintain momentum. “With JA, our group was go, go, go. It’s easier to jump over a hurdle when you’re running than when you’re standing still.” When he was just starting to make coffee, he could have taken much more time to experiment with different roasts. Instead, he decided to focus on pursuing wholesale customers while he was learning, so as to maximize potential opportunities. Opportunities are always around, he says, and one of hardest thing in business is separating the genuine potential from the flashes in the pan. “You have to learn to do market and risk analysis. You also can’t just think something to death,” says Francis. “I always have a vision – a one-week, one-month, six-month, one-year and two-year plan. It’s a way to put down ideas, so as you grow and shift it’s not by the seat of your pants. You can’t see opportunities if you don’t know what you’re looking for.”
Paying it Forward
Francis feels a responsibility to provide opportunities to the 15 people on his payroll, by building a stable business and setting goals they
can work towards. He sees Receiver as more than just a retailer of coffee and beans: “I’m trying to create a hub in the community.” He envisions a place where people meet to plan their own opportunities. Receiver has been used for film shoots, and as a space for arts groups to perform. “The coffee shop is a great place to build relationships,” says Francis. That includes supporting relationships with suppliers. Francis wants to celebrate PEI vendors, and has thought of starting a small market with one supplier, selling only local goods. He also plans on visiting Kenya this year to find a grower he can work with, learn more about the farming process, and perhaps develop ways to support the farmers apart from just buying coffee. While Francis is a newcomer in business, Ferguson senses from his journeys that he constantly looks to create and learn from opportunities. “He’s so passionate, you can see it in his eyes and hear it as he speaks,” she says. “I said to him, you know, the road to life is always under construction. Just stay between the lines, and use the skills that were put in front of you, like what we deliver with JA. All those pillars are life skills.”
“He’s so passionate about what he does, you can see it in his eyes and hear it as he speaks.”
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WE ARE JA
JA CANADA’S 2015 AWARDS & SCHOLARSHIPS WINNERS SEIZE OPPORTUNITIES TO SHINE Some leaders are found in corporate boardrooms, others in the halls of high schools. These ones are entrepreneurs, volunteers, active in their communities and they are still high school students. Before they’ve graduated, these exceptional Achievers have already built impressive resumes. Each year, Junior Achievement recognizes their hard-work and success through a variety of special awards and scholarships. Meet some of Canada’s talented and inspiring up-and-coming achievers.
Peter Mansbridge Award Winners
Valeriya Belskikh
Miguel Widjaja
Montreal, QC
Coquitlam, BC
Deloitte Inspiration Award Winners
Lori Anthony Liverpool, NS
Jenny Lu Mississauga, ON
Paris Morin Edmonton, AB
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PETER MANSBRIDGE AWARD WINNERS Peter Mansbridge Positive Change Award
Purpose: To highlight a student’s achievement and commitment to use their voice to make a positive change for their community, world and future generations. Valeriya Belskikh — Valeriya understands you won’t go far if you’re not in rhythm. She’s an avid dancer and pianist. “I like everything that stimulates my creativity.” That includes more than the arts. As a JA student in Montreal, Valeriya discovered the excitement of entrepreneurship. She saw that creative energy and harmony are key ingredients in this realm. “I learned the importance of clear communication among colleagues, especially when problems arise, and planning and working as a team.” She says positive change starts with being conscious of your weaknesses and willing to improve. Valeriya is drawn to organizations that support equality between genders and races, eco-friendliness and multiculturalism. After finishing Collège Regina Assumpta, she’ll attend CEGEP to focus on science and music – and strive for her creativity to emerge in both.
Peter Mansbridge Youth Leadership Award
Purpose: To recognize personal accomplishments and involvement of an Achiever that has exemplified the values and attributes of successful business and community leaders. Miguel Widjaja — Miguel has twin passions. JA has given him the opportunity to nurture both. Growing up in Indonesia, he was exposed to the misfortunate living in poverty: “I understood the importance of giving back.” After he arrived in Canada at 10, a JA presentation piqued his curiosity about business. In high school, these interests came together. Miguel co-founded and was also responsible for marketing for Chameleon Pencils, a JA company that raised awareness and supplies for Guatemalan schools. Following graduation from Gleneagle Secondary School in Coquitlam, B.C., Miguel will study business and economics at Queen’s University this fall. His dream job is working for an international social organization, one where he can see a concrete impact. He defines leadership like this: “Inspiring others through your core values and decisions, towards one unified goal.” ...Awards & Scholarships continued on page 42
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Deloitte Inspiration Awards
Purpose: To recognize outstanding oral and written communication skills measured in an applicant’s ability to address the award topic in a 3-5 minute speech. The topic: “Canadian youth are tomorrow’s workforce. What skills and attitudes do you think students need to develop to be successful in the workplace? How is Junior Achievement helping you to build these skills?” Lori Anthony — Lori planned to study radiology. Then the Nova Scotia student began JA Company Program, and was struck by the excitement of creating a business and taking calculated risks. She now plans to combine business and science through a degree in engineering. “Many engineers end up owning their businesses or becoming CEOs, and that’s where I eventually see myself,” says Lori. Lori is highly engaged at Liverpool Regional High School, serving on the yearbook, auction, graduation and REP (Respect, Empathy and Positivity) committees, plus student council and Teens Against Drunk Driving. She’s also a volunteer in the community. All of these experiences, along with JA, have shaped her desire to give back. “I am who I am because different organizations have given me opportunities to be successful. I want to help provide the same chances for other students.” Jenny Lu — To succeed in any endeavour, you need three things, says Jenny Lu: collaboration, adaptability and leadership. “The teaching of these skills is essential in creating a thriving workforce, and Junior Achievement has been the best educator,” says Jenny, a grade 11 student at John Fraser Secondary School in Mississauga, Ontario. For Jenny, who is also part of the school’s DECA chapter and Model UN, collaboration generates better ideas and efficiency. She feels that sense of teamwork is the essence of JA’s Company Program. It’s also by working with JA that Jenny has learned how to adjust to constantly changing situations and to act quickly. Lastly, JA has taught her about making key decisions, solving problems and communicating well. “I define leadership as the ability to positively motivate and inspire success in every individual,” she says. Paris Morin — Success isn’t just awards and recognition, suggests Paris Morin, it’s about connecting with other people. She experienced it all through JA. Her company won the Canadian Company of the Year Award, and went to Ecuador for the America’s Region competition. Just as important, says Paris, “The people I’ve met push each other to do better. Junior Achievement allowed me to expand my thinking. I’m more open to new experiences.” The grade 12 student at Edmonton’s Archbishop Macdonald High School will study business at university. Paris, who serves on her student council and volunteers at Ronald McDonald House, has high hopes for her generation. “I’ve met so many incredible students who are passionate about making a difference. We’re coming into a generation of change, especially with the rise of entrepreneurship.”
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Spencer Ray — Take satisfaction in your work, but don’t get complacent – two lessons that Spencer Ray took to heart from her experience with JA. She saw how excited students became after making their first sale and creating more products than expected. Along with feeling pride, she says students can be motivated by seeing new possibilities. “You need to be open. Junior Achievement showed the benefits one small change can have on the entire company,” says Spencer, of East Elgin Secondary School in Aylmer, Ontario. JA sparked Spencer’s interest in studying business administration and marketing. She is also an avid volunteer for an organization that plans free and low-cost family events in Belmont, her hometown. Spencer would love to apply entrepreneurial skills within a not-for-profit, and be part of a wave “that cares about creating a better, more inclusive world.”
COMPLETE 2015 RECIPIENT LIST Al Beech Memorial Award: Recognizing individual achievement and personal development. Recipient: Michael Lay of Manitoba. The Canadian Chamber of Commerce Company of the Year Award: Recognizing the most well-managed student company of JA’s Company Program. Recipient: Still open at time of event. The Evelyn Ruskin JA Corporate Awareness Scholarship: Recognizing the impact Junior Achievement has had on the lives of Canadian youth. Recipient: Cassandra McNeill of Ontario.
The Richard Ivey School of Business, Entrepreneurship Institute Scholarship: Recognizing development of entrepreneurship through student participation in Junior Achievement programs. Recipient: Christopher Knight of Ontario. The Seymour Schulich Entrepreneurship Scholarship: Recognizing entrepreneurship among Canadian youth. Recipient: Bianca Vasu of Ontario. TD Canada Trust Fund Scholarship: Recognizing Achievers who have demonstrated outstanding scholastic abilities as well as leadership in the community. Recipient: Gregory Powell of Newfoundland & Labrador.
Each year, Junior Achievement of Canada recognizes amazing young people through a variety of national awards and scholarships. By recognizing their success through these awards, Junior Achievement is helping support their future educational goals and career aspirations. Below is a list of additional awards and scholarships available to youth across Canada.
For more information about our awards and scholarships, visit: jacanada.org/awards
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IN THE COMMUNITY
EXCITING INITIATIVES WITH JA SUPPORTERS
HSBC
In 2014-15 HSBC made a significant multi-year commitment to Junior Achievement in support of Our Business World programs across Canada. HSBC’s investment in Junior Achievement is amplified by the dedication of their employees who will volunteer their time to deliver the program to more than 25,000 youth over three years. This commitment was kick started during Financial Literacy Month by HSBC encouraging their employees to sign-up to volunteer for dedicated JA volunteer days. Junior Achievement’s Our Business World program enables elementary school students to explore how businesses are created and what makes them thrive. Using games and multimedia, students learn about innovation, start-ups and self-employment. HSBC’s support will enable Junior Achievement to teach more elementary students across Canada about the role of business, the impact of business within communities and about innovation.
The Richardson Foundation
Junior Achievement is pleased to announce the support of The Richardson Foundation in the development of the Royden Richardson Virtual School for Volunteers, to be released later this year. This transformative investment marks Junior Achievement’s entry into digital learning platforms. Royden Richardson was a long time volunteer of Junior Achievement in Manitoba and this legacy gift will provide online web-based learning tools ensuring our volunteers will be successful today and in the years to come.
TD Bank Group
The TD Bank Group continues to be an instrumental partner for JA Canada reaching students across the country with the delivery of our Dollars with Sense and Economics for Success programs to middle school students and Company Program to high school students. A dedicated group of almost 1,000 TD volunteers delivered over 600 JA programs last year reaching 16,709 students across Canada. The TD Bank Group has also committed additional support towards Junior Achievement’s development of digital program delivery as well as our online resource portal.
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