Articles – Ascend Canada

January 2, 20260Articles

Opening the Executive Door: Data, Dialogue, and Action from the Ascend Executive Roundtable

Opening the Executive Door: Data, Dialogue, and Action from the Ascend Executive Roundtable Senior leaders from across Canadian industries gathered for the Ascend Canada Executive Roundtable. The purpose was to hear and absorb data about…

October 18, 2025Articles

Championing Change: Aditi Sivakumar’s Journey in Empowering Women and Children Facing Violence

What began as a fortunate mistake set medical resident and philanthropist Aditi Sivakumar on a path to leading global advocacy campaigns. For the past seven years, she has been redefining women’s rights advocacy through innovation,…

October 15, 2025Articles

Samarah Maqbool: Mental Health Advocacy and the Making of a Modern Leader

What does leadership look like today? Increasingly, it defies traditional expectations – and Samarah Maqbool is someone who is helping redefine the image. A recent university graduate, daughter of immigrant parents and passionate mental health…

September 2, 20250Articles

Our conversation with TJ Conwi: Chef to social entrepreneur

A chef’s journey from farm to plate to purpose Chef TJ Conwi is a well-regarded Filipino chef whose career spans kitchens and executive roles in the hotel industry. Today, he leads Ono Vancouver, a catering…

August 13, 2025Articles

Leadership Thrives When Empathy and Teamwork Lead the Way

In many organizations, leaders rise through the ranks by excelling in their area of expertise – and staying squarely within it. Bindhu Alvar Thiruvenkadathan took a different path. CIO for Wealth Management at the BMO…

August 5, 2025Articles

Championing Gender Equality: Christine Chen’s Impact on Diversity and Inclusion

Christine Chen, General Counsel at University Pension Plan and Ascend Canada award recipient, champions diversity in law where just 38% of senior roles are held by women and only 8% of partners are racialized. Through…

June 13, 2025Articles

Championing Inclusion: Dr. Bobby Yanagawa’s Mission to Diversify Medicine

Dr. Bobby Yanagawa, the Division Head of Cardiac Surgery at Toronto’s St. Michael’s Hospital, is this year’s Ascend Canada Inclusion Champion of the Year.

May 13, 2025Articles

Max Chan on Mentorship: A Two-Way Street to Growth and Success

Max Chan champions mentorship as a powerful, reciprocal force for individual and organizational growth, built on his own experience as a beneficiary early in his career. He actively mentors students and professionals, tailoring his approach…

September 1, 2024Articles

Why the World Needs More Women Leaders

Diverse leadership teams bring valuable perspectives to decision-making, enhancing innovation and empathy in organizations. Women leaders, in particular, are known for their resilience, collaborative skills, and ability to build trust, which fosters a more inclusive…

August 31, 2024Articles

10 Skills to Future Proof Your Career

In an era of constant change, staying relevant in your career demands continuous learning and adaptability. Sandip Kumar Chaudhury, a renowned mentor and career advisor, emphasizes ten crucial skills for future success, including balancing technical…

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