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THURSDAY, JANUARY 22
5:00pm – 7:00pm Registration and Check-In (External Delegates) | Holiday Inn
7:00am – 7:30pm QCOP 2015 Welcome | Bellevue Ballroom South
7:30pm – 9:00pm Catered Dinner | Bellevue Ballroom South
8:00pm – 10:00pm Connection Ice-Breakers | Bellevue Ballroom South
10:00pm – 2:00am External Delegates Social at Tir Nan Og
FRIDAY, JANUARY 23
9:00am – 10:00am Registration and Check-In (Internal Delegates) | Holiday Inn
9:30am – 10:20am Breakfast | Islandview Ballroom
10:20am – 10:30am QCOP 2015 Co-Chair Opening Remarks | Islandview Ballroom
10:30am – 11:30am Keynote – Ene Underwood, Habitat for Humanity
Presented by Great West Life | Islandview Ballroom
11:30am – 12:30pm Workshop | Bellevue Ballroom
12:30pm – 1:00pm Keynote – Dave Dryden, Sleeping Children Around the World
Presented by Great West Life | Islandview Ballroom
1:00pm – 1:30pm Lunch | Islandview Ballroom
1:30pm – 2:30pm Workshops (Cursive PR and TechSoup Canada) | Bellevue Ballroom
2:30pm – 3:30pm Networking and Tea Break | Special Thanks to David’s Tea
3:30pm – 5:30pm Cause Wall | Bellevue Ballroom
5:30pm – 5:45pm Presentation– Tom Harris | Islandview Ballroom
5:45pm – 7:00pm Dinner | Islandview Ballroom
7:00pm – 8:00pm Keynote – Jim Leech, Chancellor of Queen’s University
Presented by Great West Life | Islandview Ballroom
8:00pm – 9:00pm Wine ‘n Design | Special thanks to Gildan T-Shirts | Bellevue Ballroom
9:00pm – 10:00pm Renaissance Charity Concert and Photo Booth
Presented by Steam Whistle Brewing | Bellevue Ballroom
10:00pm – 2:00am Evening Social: Graffiti Connections | Fluid Night Club
SATURDAY, JANUARY 24
8:30am – 9:00am Breakfast and Announcements | Islandview Ballroom
9:00am – 10:00am Keynote – Chris Tse, Me to We | Presented by Great West Life
10:00am – 10:30am Keynote – CANFAR | Presented by Great West Life
10:30am – 11:15am Workshop – Denny Young and CANFAR | Bellevue Ballroom
11:15am – 12:00pm Workshop | Bellevue Ballroom
12:00pm – 1:00pm Lunch | Special Thanks to Suncor | Islandview Ballroom
1:00pm – 2:30pm Philanthropic Networking Fair and Silent Auction
Special Thanks to CFKA | Bellevue Ballroom
2:30pm – 3:00pm Students in Philanthropy | Presented by Scotia Bank | Islandview Ballroom
3:00pm – 5:00pm The 2015 Challenge | Special Thanks to Marc Shaw
5:00pm – 6:00pm Challenge Presentations
6:00pm – 7:30pm Dinner | Presented by CCL Industries | Islandview Ballroom
7:30pm – 8:30pm Keynote – Capitalize for Kids | Presented by Great West Life
8:30pm – 9:00pm Dessert and Slideshow | Islandview Ballroom
9:00pm – 9:15pm QCOP 2015 Closing Ceremony: Closing Remarks
Presented by CCL Industries | Islandview Ballroom
10:30pm – 2:00am Evening Social: “A Touch of Red” Semi-Formal Evening | The Merchant
SUNDAY, JANUARY 25
10:00am – 11:00am Delegates with Accommodation Check-Out and Brunch
Islandview Ballroom
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CONTENTS
WELCOME TO QCOP 2015...............................4
ABOUT QCOP.........................................................6
DELEGATE INITIATIVES CHALLENGE.............7
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS...........................................8
WORKSHOP SPEAKERS....................................14
OUTREACH............................................................16
EXTERNAL DELEGATES......................................17
SPONSORS............................................................19
NETWORKING PARTNERS...............................22
SOCIALS.................................................................23
THE QCOP EXEC................................................24
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WELCOME TO
QCOP 2015!
Hello, and welcome to QCOP 2015!
On behalf of our team, and all the people who have been
involved with QCOP over the past seven years, thank you
for joining us.
As one of QCOP’s distinguished guests, we hope you leave
this weekend invigorated with a greater understanding
of philanthropy and how it applies to you in the world we
share. Immerse yourself in discussions, throw yourself into
workshops,meettheDelegatesChallengeheadonandreally
connect with the people here. There is power in numbers,
and your actions and experiences this weekend have the
potential to impact the rest of your life. Let it happen.
Our team believes in smiling at strangers on the street,
giving more than receiving and being responsible global
citizens. We are humbled to have been recognized with the
Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy Award from the South
Eastern Ontario Chapter of the Association of Fundraising
Professionals. And we want this year’s conference to be
the best one yet. Our executive has worked tirelessly and
passionately and we are so proud of them. The past nine
months have been a true labour of love and the two of us
are grateful that we have had the chance to work alongside
them.
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This year’s conference theme is CONNECT - which to us
is all about bringing together people and ideas. We want to
connect you to things that you are passionate about, and
help you find others who share your vision for a brighter
tomorrow and can help you challenge the status quo. This
concept has been embedded in every item on the agenda
for QCOP 2015. Your time is valuable and we hope that
you make the most of this weekend by creating lasting
relationships and learning new skills to help you tackle
tomorrow’s problems.
As Margaret Mead once said, “Never doubt that a small
group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the
world. Indeed it is the only thing that ever has”.
We are thrilled to have you here, and we encourage you
to make the most of this weekend by embracing every
opportunity to get involved and CONNECT!
All the best, and all our love,
Heather Evans & River Habermehl Hatt
Co-Chairs, Queen’s Conference on Philanthropy 2015
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ABOUT QCOP
The Queen’s Conference on Philanthropy (QCOP) was born after two Queen’s
undergraduates discovered their mutual love for mankind and voiced their desire
to help students realize that they are truly capable of making a difference. Big or
small, their goal was to promote that this difference can be made simply by building
a positive community through giving one’s time and talent to a purpose they are
passionate about. Based on the premise of inspiring a passion in students to discover
a cause personal to them, QCOP’s inaugural conference took place in 2008. Now in
its 7th year of existence, QCOP is the first undergraduate conference of its kind, and
has grown into a forum for discussion and innovation based on our founders vision of
creating a hub of change-oriented dialogue for young leaders across the nation.
The conference aims to educate, inspire and empower top undergraduate delegates
nationwide to make a difference in today’s world. QCOP brings students together
from various universities all across Canada to provide a rich experience for passionate
delegates. Conference delegates will be exposed to various insights on philanthropy,
its evolving role in society, and learn about the endless number of ways they can
personally get involved and make an impact. After the conclusion of the conference,
students will leave not only inspired, but empowered, capable and ready to make a
difference.
The QCOP 2015 theme is CONNECT. It is a
tribute to the rapid development of technology
that has brought people together, and is meant to
emphasize how we can all relate to one another by
pursuing what we are passionate about, and finding
others who share this passion for a common cause.
The theme underlines the goal that we would like
to achieve with QCOP: connecting students with
other students who have similar passions, linking
them with industry professionals with a wealth of
experience to help guide them, and arming them
with resources they can use to take action. Being
connected means that a single action can have an
impact on more than the instigator. It also means
that the impact is not restricted geographically.
At QCOP, we want students to recognize that to
make a difference, we should take individual action,
but we must also support one another. After all,
we’re all in this together, and we’re all connected.
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DELEGATE
INITIATIVES
CHALLENGE
What are you passionate about? What do you want to learn about? What
inspires you? The Cause Wall is back this year and better than ever! Choose
a cause that matters to you and connect with others with similar passions.
Whether it is poverty, climate change, or disease prevention, there will be an
opportunity for you to become more aware and share your ideas. You’ll be
amazed what can happen when this many passionate and caring individuals
are brought together. Find out how boundless philanthropy can be.
THE CAUSE WALL
Get ready to be put to the test. This year’s challenge brings a whole new meaning to
‘The Amazing Race’. It allows you to unleash your passion for helping others and make
a positive impact in the Kingston community. It is a race against time to complete as
many philanthropic challenges as possible. You’ll be doing everything from posting
positive messages around downtown, to handing out flowers to strangers, to donating
to the food bank. Remember to wear warm clothes! Connect with your teammates,
complete challenges, and make a difference. This is an afternoon you won’t soon
forget.
THE AMAZING RACE: PHILANTHROPY EDITION
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KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
CO-FOUNDERS, CAPITALIZE FOR KIDS
JEFF GALLANT & KYLE MACDONALD
Jeff Gallant is an Analyst at Alignvest Capital
Management. Prior to joining Alignvest, Jeff worked
on the North American equity long short mandates
at Gluskin Sheff + Associates in Toronto. To date, he
has obtained the Chartered Investment Manager and
Chartered Strategic Wealth Professional designations,
and is currently a candidate for the Chartered Financial
Analyst designation. In 2012, Jeff was recognized as
a Global Shaper by the World Economic Forum. Jeff
received an Honours Bachelor of Commerce degree
from Queen’s University. He was also educated at the
Stockholm School of Economics in Sweden through
an international exchange and the Wharton School of
the University of Pennsylvania through a leadership
program.
Kyle MacDonald spends his time outside Capitalize for
Kids at Veritas Investment Research covering financial
services. He began his career at Ernst & Young in
their Assurance and Advisory practice before moving
on to equity research. Kyle graduated from Queen’s
University with a Bachelor of Commerce, specializing
in Accounting and Finance. He holds the designation of
Chartered Professional Accountant, and was awarded
National Honor Roll status for his performance on the
2012 Uniform Final Exam (UFE). Kyle is currently a
Level III candidate in the Chartered Financial Analyst
program.
presents
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CHANCELLOR, QUEEN’S UNIVERSITY
FORMER CEO, ONTARIO TEACHERS’ PENSION PLAN
JIM LEECH
Mr. Leech joined Teachers’ in 2001 to lead Teachers’ Private Capital and was appointed
President & CEO in 2007. Under his leadership, the organization became one of the
world’s leading private equity investors.
Mr. Leech has gained recognition for his expertise and leadership in the private equity
industry and as CEO of several public companies. He has a solid reputation for building
businesses and strong management teams and has led large public companies operating
and investing in the financial services, real estate and energy industries, as well as start-up
technology businesses.
Before joining Teachers’, Mr. Leech was president and CEO of Unicorp Canada
Corporation, one of Canada’s first public merchant banks, and Union Energy Inc., then
one of North America’s largest integrated energy and pipeline companies. During the
1990s, he guided two start-up technology companies - Disys Corporation and Kasten
Chase Applied Research - to the revenue generation stage.
Mr. Leech holds a B.Sc. (Hons Math and Physics) from the Royal Military College of
Canada and an MBA from Queen’s University. He is also a graduate of the Institute of
Corporate Directors.
Mr. Leech is chair of the board of Toronto General and Western Hospital Foundation.
He is a member of the board of the MasterCard Foundation and was a founding director
of Right To Play International. He has been named Chancellor-designate of Queen’s
University, effective July 1, 2014 and currently chairs the advisory board of the Queen’s
School of Business.
presents
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CEO, HABITAT FOR HUMANITY GTA
ENE UNDERWOOD
Ene Underwood was appointed CEO of Habitat for Humanity Toronto in
April 2013. Ene’s introduction to grassroots community building began as
a child growing up on a farm in a tight-knit community in southwestern
Ontario. In adulthood, Ene’s career began in the private sector, first in
computer systems, then as a strategy consultant with McKinsey & Company.
A lifelong attraction to promoting individual and community wellbeing led
Ene to spend the majority of her career in health care and, more recently,
in child welfare.
Ene’s public sector leadership roles have included: CEO of a large public-
private medical laboratory organization providing services to nine Toronto
hospitals; leadership responsibility for strategic planning and amalgamation
of a number of health services in Toronto; and Chair of a provincial
Commission developing and implementing changes to promote sustainable
child welfare.
In her volunteer life, Ene has served on various
community boards including Dixon Hall and
the Children’s Aid Society of Toronto. Ene
has an Honours B.A. in Social Development
Studies from the University of Waterloo and
an MBA from the Ivey School of Business.
Ene lives in Toronto and is the proud parent of
a teenaged son.
On April 1, 2014—within her first year as
CEO at Habitat for Humanity Toronto,
Ene’s hands-on leadership led the affiliates of
Brampton Caledon, Toronto and York Region
to amalgamate into one new affiliate serving all
three regions forming Habitat for Humanity
Greater Toronto Area.
presents
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CHAIR OF BOARD, SLEEPING CHILDREN
AROUND THE WORLD
DAVE DRYDEN
Dave Dryden is a former NHL and WHA
Goaltender who played for the Chicago Black
Hwks, Chicago Cougars, Buffalo Sabres, and
Edmonton Oilers. He also holds degrees in
education from York University and Niagara
University and has worked for the Peel Board
of Education.
He is currently the Chair of Board of the
organization Sleeping Children Around the
World (SCAW), which was founded Murray
and Margaret Dryden in 1970. SCAW uses
100% of its donations to provide bedkits to
children of any race and/or religion who will
benefit the most; typically being located in
underdeveloped and developing countries. The
idea behind this organization is to create “A
world in which every child benefits from the
comfort of a good night’s sleep.”
For each $35 donation, SCAW provides a child with a kit consisting of a mat or
mattress, pillow, bedsheet, blanket, mosquito net, clothes, towels, and school
supplies. The kits are created in the country where they are to be distributed.
This helps reduce transportation and material costs as well as providing an
economic benefit to the targeted area. Since 1970, bed kits have been provided
to 900 000 children.
presents
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NATIONAL PROGRAMS MANAGER,
CANADIAN FOUNDATION FOR AIDS
RESEARCH
ANDREA ZEELIE-VARGA
With a background in politics and health, Andrea has always been involved
in various aspects of philanthropy in both South Africa and Canada. In
the past she has championed other causes in various roles such as Project
Coordinator for Parent Action on Drugs and Communications Coordinator
for HC Link. She brings her excellent research, communication skills, and
creativity to every role.
Andrea is currently the National Programs
Manager for The Canadian Foundation
for AIDS Research (CANFAR), which
is the only national charitable foundation
that raises awareness to generate funds for
research into all aspects of HIV infection and
AIDS. Since inception in 1987, CANFAR
has invested more than $18 million in
research initiatives across Canada. In her role,
Andrea is responsible for the development
of “CANFAR Clubs” on campuses across
CanadaandshealsorunsCANFAR’snational
high school awareness program called “Kisses
4 CANFAR” which reaches more than two
million students annually.
presents
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Creating value where we
live and work. Together.
Supporting Queen’s Conference
on Philanthropy.
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WORKSHOP
SPEAKERS
COMMUNICATIONS LEAD, TECHSOUP CANADA
JOYCE HSU
Joyce is the Communications Lead at TechSoup Canada.
She manages TechSoup Canada’s external communications
including branding, social media, blogs, graphic design, events
and email campaigns. Having worked in the charitable sector
as an event planner, program coordinator and fundraiser, Joyce
understands what it means to wear “multiple hats” and the vital
role technology plays in helping nonprofits accomplish the
impossible. She has a deep love for the world of philanthropy
and seeks to help nonprofits be more efficient and effective
with technology. Twitter handle: @fuuyin
COORDINATOR, FUNDRAISING MANAGEMENT
CERTIFICATE PROGRAM AT HUMBER COLLEGE
DENNY YOUNG
Honoured in November as the Outstanding Fundraising
Professional of 2014 by the Toronto Chapter of the Association
of Fundraising Professionals, Denny Young has been in the
profession for over 20 years and shown exemplary leadership
as an executive, educator and mentor. His experience includes
senior fundraising and communications roles in a number of
sectors including health, social service, and the arts. Denny has
a Masters degree in Philanthropy and Development from Saint
Mary’s University of Minnesota, has completed the Ivey School
of Business Executive Program, and has a certificate in the
Foundations of Coaching from the Adler Graduate Professional
School. He is a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE).
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CO-FOUNDER, CURSIVE PR
CHIEF FUNDRAISER, THE CORSAGE PROJECT
JESSICA GREEN
Jessica is a communications and social media marketing specialist with clients ranging
from tech start-ups and local retailers to non-profits and national apparel manufacturers.
With a focus on corporate communications, community management, email marketing,
web development, search engine performance, analytics/insights, and writing/editing,
Cursive PR was created to help brands discover untapped digital opportunities that
inspire conversations and convert fans to ambassadors.
Jessica is the head of fundraising for the Corsage Project, a nonprofit organization that
works in partnership with the Children’s Aid Foundation to provide formal attire - free of
charge - and educational bursaries to Toronto-area students in need. She also sits on the
Communications Committee of Art of Fashion, a non-profit that helps Canadian fashion
and accessory designers reach consumers and media, and launch their careers.
NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION
CANFAR
The Canadian Foundation for AIDS Research (CANFAR) is Canada’s only independent
charitable foundation dedicated to eliminating AIDS through research. Since inception in
1987, CANFAR has invested more than $18 million in research initiatives across Canada.
By funding promising Canadian HIV and AIDS research and promoting prevention
through educational campaigns, CANFAR is working to end AIDS globally.
Each year it is the responsibility of CANFAR’s Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC) to
evaluate which research proposals seem most promising and likely to make a worthwhile
contribution to the international body of HIV and AIDS research. CANFAR is dedicated
to funding all aspects of research, including: fundamental and applied research;
educational and prevention; care; psychosocial initiatives; and, community research.
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OUTREACH
For the philanthropist in all of us, a silent auction benefitting the Kingston
Youth Shelter is held on Saturday afternoon of QCOP 2015!
SILENT CHARITY AUCTION
On Friday evening, bring your spare change
and catch local band The Renaissance
performing at our charity concert, in
support of the Kingston Youth Shelter.
Steam Whistle Brewing has generously
donated free beer for the concert.
THE RENAISSANCE CHARITY CONCERT
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EXTERNAL
DELEGATES
Natalie Abeysena and Hillary Kellam - Western University
Kelly Zheng - University of Toronto
Joanna Perkin - Mount Allison University
UNIVERSITIES REPRESENTED
CAMPUS REPRESENTATIVES
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Philanthropy is about giving your
time, your energy, cherishing what it
means to be human in a world where
many continue to struggle, and
finding ways to give back every day.
PRINCIPAL DANIEL WOOLF
QCOP 2014 OPENING CEREMONY
We believe change
happens one gesture,
one person, one
moment at a time.
CHRISTIE PARK & LIISA MACNICHOLAS
QCOP 2014 CO-CHAIRS
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SOCIALS
Our casual Thursday night dinner held at the Holiday Inn Kingston
Waterfront is a chance for external delegates to connect and meet
delegates from across the country and the QCOP executive.
After dinner, the exec will lead the way to karaoke at Tir Nan Og
Irish Pub – a student favourite and longstanding Thursday night
tradition.
EXTERNAL DELEGATE DINNER
AND SOCIAL
Get pumped for Friday’s upcoming events as we kick the night off by listening
to the sounds of local band The Renaissance while enjoying free beer courtesy of
our sponsor, Steam Whistle Brewing. Bring spare change to support the Kingston
Youth Shelter!
THE RENAISSANCE CHARITY CONCERT
Gildan has generously sponsored QCOP with white t-shirts to help show off
your artistic abilities with our first ever ‘Wine ‘n design’ with wine sponsored by
Constellation Brands. This all followed by some dancing at one of Kingston’s
favourite Night Clubs, Fluid.
GRAFITTI CONNECTIONS
Join us for an elegant evening at the Merchant Taphouse and come ready to rock
out to some classic head bopping tunes. It’s sure to be a classy evening!
“A TOUCH OF RED” SEMI-FORMAL
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THE QCOP EXEC
Heather Evans
Co-Chair
River Habermehl Hatt
Co-Chair
Zoe Keirstead
Sponsorship Director
Vivian Li
Sponsorship Coordinator
Shamik Sen
Sponsorship Coordinator
Maureen Marful
Grants Coordinator
Caroline Marful
First Year Representative
Abhit Sahota
First Year Representative
Graeme Matichuk
Publications Coordinator
Keith Weaver
IT Coordinator
Catherine Wierzba
Promotions Coordinator
Hamy Nguyen
Advisor
Styna Tao
Speakers Coordinator
Jakob Pugi
Speakers Coordinator
Rafiq Suleman
Speakers Coordinator
Lexi Ewing
Logistics Coordinator
Carmen Chen
Speakers Coordinator
Brandon Yau
Internal Delegates
Coordinator
Leah Watson
External Delegates
Coordinator
Sarah Hannay
Finance and Socials
Coordinator
Danielle Lauzon
Delegate Initiative
Coordinator
Julie Foster
Delegate Initiative
Coordinator
28. Thank-you for attending
Queen’s Conference on
Philanthropy 2015
CONNEC T
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Instagram: @QCOP2015
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