Saskatchewan Forum 2015.

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1 SUMMIT AGENDA MAY 26 27, 2015 SASKATOON Saskatchewan Forum #SaskForum

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3 Welcome Dear Delegates, Welcome to the Saskatchewan Forum Saskatchewan has the opportunity to show greater economic, social, and institutional influence within Canada. The challenges the province is facing on productivity, trade, workforce, development, innovation, etc. are relevant to the entire country. Saskatchewan s leadership capacity on these specific files is becoming more visible across Canada. But what defines leadership success? During the next two days we will explore Saskatchewan s leadership role in the world, in Canada, and within our own borders. We are facing new challenges and opportunities that will test the skills of leaders in business, government, academia, and community-based organizations. During the sessions, your involvement is paramount to ensure strong dialogue generates constructive thought and action. Be provocative. Don t hesitate to raise issues and ideas that can move our conversations forward. The opportunity to network and continue discussion between sessions has been increased this year to ensure enough time exists to reflect and return to dialogue with your peers. We have framed leadership around three thoughts: how Saskatchewan has changed; how Saskatchewan has changed Canada; and how Saskatchewan will continue to redefine itself and Canada. On behalf of the Saskatchewan Institute and The Conference Board of Canada, I welcome all delegates and organizations that have contributed to this important event, and I invite you to share your challenges and ideas with other senior leaders in attendance. Enjoy the Forum, Roger Francis Director, Saskatchewan Institute The Conference Board of Canada

4 Summit Logistics DELTA BESSBOROUGH SASKATOON Convention Floor Plan 1. Adam Ballroom Foyer Men 2. Convention Floor Foyer Elevators Ladies Mezzanine Floor 3. Battleford Room Garden Court Cafe 4. William Pascoe Room Men Men Ladies Elevators Ladies Meewasin Room 1. Adam Ballroom Plenary Sessions and Luncheons 2. Convention Floor Foyer Registration Desk, Continental Breakfast, Breaks and Networking Reception 3. Battleford Room Concurrent Session A1 and B1 4. William Pascoe Room Concurrent Session A2 and B2

5 Agenda DAY 1 / Tuesday, May 26, 2015 AT A GLANCE 7:30 a.m. Registration and Continental Breakfast 8:00 a.m. Welcoming Remarks 8:30 a.m. Plenary Session 1 10:00 a.m. Networking Break 10:30 a.m. Plenary Session 2 12:00 p.m. Luncheon and Presentation 1:15 p.m. Concurrent Sessions Set A 1:15 p.m. Concurrent Session A1 1:15 p.m. Concurrent Session A2 2:45 p.m. Refreshment Break 3:00 p.m. Plenary Session 3 4:15 p.m. Networking Reception 7:30 a.m. Registration and Continental Breakfast 8:00 a.m. Welcoming Remarks Saskatchewan Leads the Nation! Roger Francis, Director, Saskatchewan Institute, The Conference Board of Canada Dr. Anne Neufeld, Provost and Vice-President, Academic, Saskatchewan Polytechnic 8:30 a.m. Plenary Session 1 How Canada Sees Saskatchewan Introduction: Dr. Anne Neufeld, Provost and Vice-President, Academic, Saskatchewan Polytechnic Speakers: Diane Francis, Editor at Large, Financial Post Lang McGilp, Senior Research Executive, Insightrix Research Inc. To what is extent is the rest of Canada bearing witness to the leading economic performance of the new Saskatchewan? Do Saskatchewan s record-breaking exports matter to other provinces? Are Saskatchewan s industrial and regulatory issues the same as other parts of Canada? This opening session presents the perspective of leading observers of Canada s business community and sets the stage for the Sask Forum s theme on leadership. For those living and working in the new Saskatchewan, it is hard not to feel the compelling beat of a province that has emerged into a new era of sustained growth. Delegates will hear from leaders regarding whether this palpable new prosperity in Saskatchewan is recognized by other Canadians, and whether that matters. 10:00 a.m. Networking Break 5

6 DAY 1 / Tuesday, May 26, :30 a.m. Plenary Session 2 How Saskatchewan Is Changing Canada Moderator: Roger Francis, Director, Saskatchewan Institute, The Conference Board of Canada Panellists: Dr. Peter Phillips, Professor and Graduate Chair, Johnson- Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy, University of Saskatchewan Kent J. Smith-Windsor, Executive Director, Greater Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce Dr. Bill Waiser, Distinguished Professor Emeritus, University of Saskatchewan Saskatchewan is the source of many innovations and advances that benefit all Canadians and the world. From universal medicare to the first ATM, Saskatchewan has shown leadership in taking hold of opportunities. More recently, Saskatchewan has pioneered needleless vaccines and rapid diversification of agricultural crops. In this session, panellists will explain the conditions that enable Saskatchewan to harness change and demonstrate measured management of change amid dynamic external pressures. Panellists will address the extent to which Saskatchewan s provincial performance is felt across Canada. 12:00 p.m. Luncheon and Presentation Competitive Intelligence and Future Thinking Introduction: Rostyk Hursky, Manager, Business Intelligence, Saskatchewan Research Council Speaker: Dr. Craig S. Fleisher, Chief Learning Officer, Director of Professional Development, Aurora WDC This presentation will explore how competitive intelligence can assist leadership in making sound business decisions, and how future thinking can help eliminate risks and position organizations for long-term success. 6

7 DAY 1 / Tuesday, May 26, :15 p.m. Concurrent Sessions Set A (please choose one) 1:15 p.m. Concurrent Session A1 Foundations of Leadership: Engaging Communities Moderator: John Hopkins, Chief Executive Officer, Regina & District Chamber of Commerce Panellists: Kristin Enns-Kavanagh, Community and Environmental Consultant, Prairie Wild Consulting Dr. Ryan Meili, Founder, Upstream Joe Muldoon, Vice-President, Environment, Saskatchewan Research Council Lenore Swystun, Founder and Principle Partner, Prairie Wild Consulting Co. Joseph Tsannie, Vice-Chief, Prince Albert Grand Council This session explores the role of community engagement as a foundational element of Saskatchewan s leadership success. Meaningful community engagement allows all parties involved to work together on an issue, make decisions together, and have responsibility for the future. 1:15 p.m. Concurrent Session A2 Foundations of Leadership: Engines of Growth Moderator: Alex L. Fallon, President and Chief Executive Officer, Saskatoon Regional Ecomomic Development Authority (SREDA) Panellists: Alan Arcand, Associate Director, Centre for Municipal Studies, The Conference Board of Canada Dr. Ken S. Coates, Canada Research Chair in Regional Innovation, University of Saskatchewan Geoff Guy, Chief Executive Officer, Athabasca Basin Development Limited Steve McLellan, Chief Executive Officer, Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce There are elements that drive economies. Saskatchewan is urban, rural, remote, and increasingly diversified. How do these foundations for our growth look? 7

8 DAY 1 / Tuesday, May 26, :45 p.m. Refreshment Break 3:00 p.m. Plenary Session 3 A Focus on Saskatchewan Mining Week: Resource Wealth Underground Moderator: Roger Francis, Director, Saskatchewan Institute, The Conference Board of Canada Speakers: Engin Özberk, Executive Director and Senior Technical Advisor, International Minerals Innovation Institute (IMII) Pam Schwann, Executive Director, Saskatchewan Mining Association David C.E. Waugh, Chief Executive Officer, North Atlantic Potash Saskatchewan is more than one of the world s largest suppliers of uranium and potash, we are a wealth of innovation, technological advancement, and human capital knowledge for mining excellence. According to the Saskatchewan Mining Association, there is more than $50 billion in mining capital projects expected from 2008 to Secure geopolitics plays an important part in capital investment, as does post-secondary educational facilities that support the development of a workforce, and supply chain advancements in mining machinery and technology. But what are the policy supports and impediments federal and provincial as well as the capital investment supports that need to be enhanced or developed to ensure Saskatchewan remains one of the most favoured jurisdictions for mining? 4:15 p.m. Closing Remarks 4:30 p.m. Networking Reception Join us for an evening reception to network, renew and make new connections with speakers, experts and potential partners! 8

9 Agenda DAY 2 / Wednesday, May 27, 2015 AT A GLANCE 8:00 a.m. Continental Breakfast 8:30 a.m. Summary of Day One 8:45 a.m. Plenary Session 4 9:45 a.m. Networking Break 10:15 a.m. Concurrent Sessions Set B 10:15 a.m. Concurrent Session B1 10:15 a.m. Concurrent Session B2 11:45 a.m. Networking Luncheon 12:45 p.m. Plenary Session 5 2:00 p.m. Refreshment Break 2:15 p.m. Plenary Session 6 3:45 p.m. Plenary Session 7 4:15 p.m. Closing Remarks 4:30 p.m. Forum Adjourns 8:00 a.m. Continental Breakfast 8:30 a.m. Summary of Day One In My Future Saskatchewan... Roger Francis, Director, Saskatchewan Institute, The Conference Board of Canada The Conference Board will open the day with highlights of the previous day s discussions. 8:45 a.m. Plenary Session 4 Positioning Saskatchewan for Sustained Economic Growth and Social Prosperity Introduction: Roger Francis, Director, Saskatchewan Institute, The Conference Board of Canada Speakers: Dr. Daniel F. Muzyka, President and Chief Executive Officer, The Conference Board of Canada Dr. Michael R. Bloom, Vice-President, Industry and Business Strategy, The Conference Board of Canada Diana S. MacKay, Executive Director, Education, Skills and Immigration, The Conference Board of Canada Three years ago The Conference Board of Canada launched the Saskatchewan Institute with a mandate to help public and private sector leaders sharpen their vision for Saskatchewan s future and find solutions to the challenges they need to address. In this session, the Conference Board presents insights on Saskatchewan s ongoing transformation and the strategic issues that warrant the attention of leaders in business, government, and society at large. 9

10 DAY 2 / Wednesday, May 27, :45 a.m. Networking Break 10:15 a.m. Concurrent Sessions Set B (please choose one) 10:15 a.m. Concurrent Session B1 What Leads Us into the Future: Energy Moderator: Vincent Lauerman, Director, Energy and Environment, The Conference Board of Canada Panellists: Dr. John Barrett, President and Chief Executive Officer, Canadian Nuclear Association Dr. Mark Bigland-Pritchard, Consultant, Director, Low Energy Design Ltd Floyd Wist, Executive Director, Energy Policy, Saskatchewan Ministry of the Economy While future prognostication often floats through crystal ball commentaries, Saskatchewan has a number of key opportunities to drive future vision. Energy will play a role. 10:15 a.m. Concurrent Session B2 What Leads Us into the Future: Proving Impact Moderator: Tony Baumgartner, Executive Director, Investment and Industry Development, Saskatchewan Ministry of the Economy Panellists: Dr. Craig S. Fleisher, Chief Learning Officer, Director of Professional Development, Aurora WDC Rostyk Hursky, Manager, Buisness Intelligence, Saskatchewan Research Council Wanda Nyirfa, Vice-President, Business Ventures, Saskatchewan Research Council What gets measured gets done. The requirement for valuing and measuring impact of choices and decisions can lead our future thought. 10

11 DAY 2 / Wednesday, May 27, :45 a.m. Luncheon and Presentation The Importance of First Nations Employment Kelly Lendsay, President and Chief Executive Officer, Aboriginal Human Resource Council 12:45 p.m. Plenary Session 5 Our Vision for the Future Roundtable Moderator: Jacqueline N. Gallagher, Vice-President, Saskatchewan, David Aplin Group Panellists: Alex L. Fallon, President and Chief Executive Officer, Saskatoon Regional Ecomomic Development Authority (SREDA) Amy Gill, Business Development, Vendasta Technologies Walt Precourt, Senior Vice-President, Potash, The Mosaic Company Prabha Vaidyanathan, Chief Executive Officer, Women Entrepreneurs of Saskatchewan We are a province of people committed to our future growth and success. We have visions and plan for the future. We must all work together. 2:00 p.m. Refreshment Break 2:15 p.m. Plenary Session 6 Leading the Future is Happening Now: Research into Action Introduction: Roger Francis, Director, Saskatchewan Institute, The Conference Board of Canada Speakers: Dr. Heather T. Exner-Pirot, Strategist, Outreach and Indigenous Engagement, University of Saskatchewan College of Nursing Wanda Hunckak, Chair, Board of Directors, Saskatoon Regional Economic Development Authority Steve McLellan, Chief Executive Officer, Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce 11

12 DAY 2 / Wednesday, May 27, :45 p.m. Plenary Session 7 What Lies Ahead For Saskatchewan Introduction: Roger Francis, Director, Saskatchewan Institute, The Conference Board of Canada Keynote Speaker: The Hon. Jeremy Harrison, Saskatchewan Minister of Immigration, Jobs, Skills and Training. Minister of Trade, Tourism and Innovation. Government of Saskatchewan 4:15 p.m. Closing Remarks Final thoughts, concluding remarks, key messages, and items for action. Final open floor comments. Roger Francis, Director, Saskatchewan Institute, The Conference Board of Canada 4:30 p.m. Forum Adjourns 12

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