Alden E. Habacon Speaking Engagements

UBC-Laurier Institution Multiculturalism Lecture | Wayson Choy

Canada | April 11, 2010

I had the profound honour of introducing Canadian author Wayson Choy, the guest speaker for the 2010 UBC-Laurier Institution Multiculturalism Lecture, which took place at the UBC Chan Centre. More info at thelaurier.ca

Society for Intercultural Education, Training and Research (SIETAR) of British Columbia

Canada | April 7, 2010

I spoke at at UBC Robson Square, as part of a presentation by Society for Intercultural Education, Training and Research (SIETAR) of British Columbia and co-presented by Schema Magazine. It's rare that I get to speak in my own back yard, and at an event open to the public.

Diversity Dialogue Conference | Richmond Multicultural Concerns Society | Kwantlen College

Canada | March 19, 2010

I presented a case study of the aboriginal employees at CBC, and facilitated a workshop that looked at: 1. The impact of poor retention and 2. What could be done to correct retention challenges. I then provided some insight to what initiatives were undertaken by CBC to address retention issues specific to aboriginal employees.

Thomas Haney Secondary School | Maple Ridge

Canada | March 17, 2010

I spoke to a group of high school students in Maple Ridge on success tips and on building a career in social change. It aimed to give some direction to students who aspire to be change-makers, or are struggling with the direction of their post-secondary education. This session is part of the Youth Leadership Workshop Series presented by the Family Education and Support Centre.

Launch a Career in Canada

Canada | March 9, 2010

I spoke specifically on:

Knowing your brand and perfect telling your story. Know how your background and languages are assets. As a public speaker, focus on confidence rather than accent. Be interesting to be around.

Keynote | You and the Evolving Public Service 2.0 | Managers' Community Conference | Calgary & Edmonton

Managers' Community | February 10, 2010

I gave the keynote message for two National Managers' Community conferences, via broadband, for the Alberta region. I spoke to a group of about 100 managers from a variety of sectors of public service in Calgary (February 10) and another 100 managers in Edmonton (February 11): "Get diversity before it gets you. Alden E. Habacon will explain Multiculturalism 2.0, and how to move past some of the most common hurdles to being diversity dynamic."

CBC Toronto Lunch and Learn | Beyond the Mosaic

Canada | January 25, 2010

This was a long time coming, but definitely worth the wait. Hard to believe I have been working at CBC since 2004 and this being the first time to share my ideas on Multiculturalism 2.0 to the folks at CBC Toronto. I think they were a bit shocked to know I had ideas beyond diversity measurement systems.

Philosophers' Cafe | The Ethics of Health Care Recruitment in the Philippines

SFU | January 14, 2010

I moderated this contentious discussion as part of Simon Fraser University's Philosophers' Café. It explored the ethics and repercussions of Canada's recruitment of health care workers from the Philippines.

TEDx Vancouver

Canada | November 21, 2009

TEDx ... yes, as in the offshoot of the infamous TED Talks. Pinch me, I'm still in disbelief that this actually happened. Watch the embedded video.

Schema Magazine

UBC-Laurier Institution Multiculturalism Lecture | Wayson Choy

Society for Intercultural Education, Training and Research (SIETAR) of British Columbia

Diversity Dialogue Conference | Richmond Multicultural Concerns Society | Kwantlen College

Thomas Haney Secondary School | Maple Ridge

Launch a Career in Canada

Keynote | You and the Evolving Public Service 2.0 | Managers' Community Conference | Calgary & Edmonton

CBC Toronto Lunch and Learn | Beyond the Mosaic

Philosophers' Cafe | The Ethics of Health Care Recruitment in the Philippines

TEDx Vancouver

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