Courage Inc.

Duncan Sinclair speaks with Ranjay Gulati about the powerful connection between purpose and courage in leadership. Ranjay explores how organizations can embed a deep sense of purpose into their core strategy, while leaders cultivate the everyday courage needed to navigate uncertainty and ethical complexity. He shares practical insights on building resilient, values-driven organizations that can ad...

Duncan Sinclair speaks with Alex Munter about the future of healthcare in Canada. Alex shares insights from his journey in healthcare leadership, unpacking the urgent challenges facing the country’s health system and the innovative solutions emerging to address them. He explores how technology, policy reform, and community engagement can work together to transform care delivery and build a more re...

Duncan Sinclair speaks with Benjamin Bergen about how Canada can keep its entrepreneurs, capital, and generational wealth growing at home. Ben explores the policy and investment conditions needed to turn Canadian startups into global champions and strengthen long-term economic sovereignty.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duncan Sinclair speaks with Michael Lee-Chin about Canada’s opportunity to lead in clean energy and how that leadership can become a powerful engine for long-term wealth creation. Hear how strategic investment in sectors such as nuclear innovation, clean technology, advanced healthcare and building our indigenous business' can strengthen Canadian sovereignty, build institutional resilien...

Minister Vic Fedeli discovers shares how Ontario is navigating trade, innovation, and economic growth through bold policies and strategic investments. In this episode, Minister Vic Fidele shares lessons with Duncan Sinclair from his leadership journey in government and business, emphasizing resilience, collaboration, and future-proofing Ontario's prosperity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...

From Mark Carney setting Canada's tone at World Economic Forum in Davos to the priorities highlighted in the State of the Union Address, the message is clear: the time for Canada to be strong is now. In this episode of  Courage Inc. , Duncan Sinclair speaks with former cabinet minister James Moore about how broadband infrastructure, innovation, and fewe...

In this episode, Duncan Sinclair speaks with Vice Admiral Angus Topshee, Commander of the Royal Canadian Navy, about how the Navy actively supports Canadian sovereignty. Vice Admiral Topshee outlines the Navy’s role in asserting presence across Canada’s three oceans, safeguarding Arctic waters, and contributing to continental and global security alongside allies. He discusses operational readiness...

Host Duncan Sinclair speaks with courageous and powerful voices from the world of business and policy tasked with directing the future of their industries. Subscribe for even more courageous leadership!  Sinclair is the chairman of Deloitte Canada. Courage Inc. is a podcast produced by The Walrus Lab for Deloitte.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Duncan Sinclair speaks with Teresa Resch, a sports management leader and driving force behind Toronto Tempo, Canada’s first WNBA team. Teresa shares her journey from a small agricultural town in Minnesota to shaping the future of women’s sports. She reflects on pivotal career moments, the challenges of building a new franchise in a Canadian market, and the importance of storytelli...

Duncan Sinclair is joined by Claudette McGowan, a leading cybersecurity expert and tech executive, who shares her journey into the industry and the challenges she’s faced as a Black woman founder. In this episode, Claudette discusses the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, the growing influence of AI and emerging technologies, and the need to balance privacy with protection. She addresses the ind...

Duncan Sinclair is joined by Scott Moore, CEO of the Invictus Games and a seasoned Canadian television executive. With a background as former Director of CBC Sports and Head of Production for Rogers Communications' Sportsnet and NHL properties, Scott shares his vast expertise in sports broadcasting and leadership. In this episode, he discusses the upcoming Invictus Games, emphasizing the importanc...

Duncan Sinclair is joined by Taylor Owen, Professor at McGill University and founding director of the University Center for Media, Technology and Democracy. With over two decades of experience at the intersection of digital technology, media, and international affairs, Taylor discusses his book Disruptive Power and how we must navigate the risks and rewards of the digital age, from privacy concern...

Stephen Poloz speaks to Duncan about the greatest economic challenges facing Canadians today - mounting debt, an aging workforce, rising income inequality, climate change - and how we can adapt. The former Governor of the Bank of Canada, now a special advisor for Osler, shares the surprising discoveries he made while writing his book, The Next Age of Uncertainty: How the World Can Adapt to a Riski...

Dr. Eugenia Addy speaks to Duncan about bringing STEM education to low-income communities across Canada. They discuss her journey from “unlikely scientist” to CEO of Visions of Science, how she engages youth in science, and what the future of AI means for the field. Courage Inc. is a podcast series hosted by Duncan Sinclair, Chair of Deloitte Canada and Chile, Board of Directors, and produced by T...

Maayan Ziv speaks with Duncan about the business case for accessibility. An award-winning photographer, activist and entrepreneur, Maayan discusses her app, AccessNow, reframing what needs to be “fixed” when it comes to disability, and how she’s helping shape new legislation. Courage Inc. is a podcast series hosted by Duncan Sinclair, Chair of Deloitte Canada and Chile, Board of Directors, and pro...

Andre De Grasse speaks with Duncan about leveraging his career as a six-time Olympic medalist to help Canadian entrepreneurs compete on the world’s business stage. The athlete, author, and investor discusses the courage it takes to build a life beyond elite sports, his investment fund, ADG Ignite Ventures, and his journey to the 2024 Olympics in Paris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...

Climate change is forcing us to confront fire in novel ways: in 2023, more than 15 million hectares of forest burned in Canada. Journalist John Vaillant speaks to Duncan about how the oil industry changed fire, Indigenous burning practices that could save us, and why the 2016 wildfires in Fort McMurray moved him to write his award-winning book, Fire Weather. Courage Inc. is a podcast series hosted...

Hope Muir entertains 10 million people a year - well, the company she leads does. The artistic director of The National Ballet of Canada speaks with Duncan about transitioning from dancer to leader, creating meaningful work for artists, and what it takes to modernize a traditional art form. Courage Inc. is a podcast series hosted by Duncan Sinclair, chairman of Deloitte Canada, and produced by The...

Tareq Hadhad knows countries can’t succeed without peace. The co-founder and CEO of Peace By Chocolate speaks with Duncan about his life before the start of the Syrian civil war, resettling in Canada, and what he learned while rebuilding his family’s chocolate company in his new country. Courage Inc. is a podcast series hosted by Duncan Sinclair, chairman of Deloitte Canada, and produced by The Wa...

The healthcare system is in crisis and Dr. Kevin Smith wants to improve it with “social medicine.” The President and CEO of the University Health Network speaks to Duncan about health equity, ongoing efforts to transform Canada’s care, and how Covid-19 forced the sector to make some technological changes. Courage Inc. is a podcast series hosted by Duncan Sinclair, chairman of Deloitte Canada, and...

Carol Anne Lee speaks with Duncan about digging into her family roots to revitalize Vancouver’s historic Chinatown. The founder of the Vancouver Chinatown Foundation shares how her heritage motivates her work, the resilience of Chinese Canadians, and the unique ways this small business community came together to survive the pandemic. Courage Inc. is a podcast series hosted by Duncan Sinclair, chai...

Grand Chief Kahsennenhawe Sky-Deer speaks with Duncan about leading Kahnawake, an Indigenous community with its own government, health, and education system. They discuss what self-governance looks like on the ground, real reconciliation, and what it’s like being the first woman to act as Grand Chief of the Mohawk Council of Kahnawake. Courage Inc. is a podcast series hosted by Duncan Sinclair, ch...

Host Duncan Sinclair speaks with courageous and powerful voices from the world of business and policy tasked with directing the future of their industries. Subscribe for even more courageous leadership!  Sinclair is the chairman of Deloitte Canada. Courage Inc. is a podcast produced by The Walrus Lab for Deloitte.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Racialized people are underrepresented in education faculty and leadership. Enter Dean of Smith School of Business at Queen’s University, Dr. Wanda Costen. She speaks with Duncan about championing inclusiveness in education and supporting women in leadership. Courage Inc. is a podcast series hosted by Duncan Sinclair, chairman of Deloitte Canada and produced by The Walrus Lab. Hosted on Acast. See...

The oil and gas industry is under pressure to accelerate towards a decarbonized future, and as the industry’s first Chief Climate Officer, Martha Hall Findlay is leading the charge. She speaks to Duncan about her role at Suncor, working with Indigenous communities, and the future of oil sands companies. Courage Inc. is a podcast series hosted by Duncan Sinclair, chairman of Deloitte Canada, and pr...