Courage Inc.

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...

Dr. Mohamad Fakih speaks to Duncan about why being displaced from Lebanon in his youth motivates him to give back to Canadians now. The zoologist-turned-restaurant entrepreneur discusses the importance of telling immigrant stories, how expanded his business internationally, and receiving the Order of Canada for his philanthropy.  Courage Inc. is a podcast series hosted by Duncan Sinclair, cha...

Wes Hall speaks with Duncan about how he is creating a more inclusive economy through the Black North Initiative. The Dragon’s Den investor and founder of Kingsdale Advisors shares his unique “bootstrap” mentality, how he convinced 500 industry leaders to commit to racial equity, and the business case for inclusion. Courage Inc. is a podcast series hosted by Duncan Sinclair, chairman of Deloitte C...

As the world searches for what the "new normal" might encompass, we have a unique opportunity to build the future we want. But, it takes courage. In Season 2 of Courage Incorporated, host Duncan Sinclair speaks with powerful people who found success and purpose through adversity. Duncan is the chairman of Deloitte Canada. This is Courage Incorporated, a podcast produced by The Walrus Lab for Deloi...

Monique Leroux speaks with Duncan about why she believes Canada can become a world leader in the ESG movement. Monique is the Chair of the Industry Strategy Council, the government advisory forum dedicated to studying industry fallout from COVID-19. She deep dives on the forum’s recommendations to create a more courageous Canada. Courage Inc. is a podcast series hosted by Duncan Sinclair, chairman...

Maryscott Greenwood speaks with Duncan about what the pandemic and the Biden administration mean for the Canada-U.S. relationship. Maryscott, better known as Scotty, is a former political appointee in the Clinton Administration and is now Partner and Managing Director at Crestview Strategy US LLC and the Chief Executive Officer of the Canadian-American Business Council.  Courage Inc. is a pod...

Laura Jones speaks with Duncan about advocating for Canada’s small and medium-sized businesses during the pandemic. As the Executive Vice-President and Chief Strategic Officer at the Canadian Federation of Independent Businesses, she discusses the extreme mental health toll on small business owners, how these businesses support the health of their communities, and what her organization is doing to...

Andria Barett speaks with Duncan about how the corporate world woke up in the wake of George Floyd’s death, and what else needs to be done. As the President of the Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce, Andria discusses her leadership journey, advocating for the Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce in the middle of a pandemic, and what corporate Canada must do to support Black business owners.  Co...

Tabatha Bull speaks with Duncan about closing the equity gap for Indigenous businesses. The President of the Canadian Council of Aboriginal Businesses discusses the unique barriers facing Indigenous companies, the value of supporting these businesses through procurement, and why true economic inclusion means "there isn't an Indigenous economy. It's all the Canadian economy and Indigenous businesse...

Duncan Sinclair speaks with Canadians at the top of their field about the bold moves they’re making to shape the future of their industries, and in turn, the courage of our nation.  Duncan is the chairman of Deloitte Canada. This is Courage Incorporated, a podcast produced by The Walrus Lab for Deloitte. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.