Conference Program

Sunday June 10
5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

WELCOME MIX & MINGLE

Join us for a warm welcome reception and kick-off to our conference at the Hilton Québec Hotel. Meet up with colleagues and friends, new and old... this is an ideal networking opportunity and a perfect start to the evening before venturing out for dinner. Note that dinner reservations can be made through the hotel concierge, and are highly recommended for this time of year.

Dress: Casual business attire.

Monday June 11
8:30 am – 10:00 am

OPENING SESSION & KEYNOTE SPEAKER
DR. DAVID FOOT
"THE WORLD OF DEMOGRAPHICS AND THE DEMOGRAPHICS OF THE WORLD"

KEYNOTE SPEAKER:
DR. DAVID FOOT Read bio

David Foot is an outspoken and controversial demographics expert who can bring to life demographic statistics and make the aging of society relevant to any specific interest group. He explores how changing demographics, especially the aging of the massive Boomer generation and the coming into the marketplace of their children, the Echo generation, are redefining society's needs. Change can't be avoided, but it can be prepared for and managed. With an understanding of demographics, each business, individual or government can have a strong foundation upon which to build.

10:15 am – 12:15 pm

10/10 TALKS

MODERATOR:
ANDRE PICARD Read bio

A new lively format will introduce you to a platform of diverse speakers, presenting a gallery of topical issues and solutions. Take 10 minutes to hear what each has to say, take another 10 to engage in discussion... then get ready for more insights from the next presenter in the line-up. A fast-paced, thought-provoking experience.

Moderator supported by:

Mental Health in the Workplace - Mary Ann Baynton & Roger Bertrand, Co-chairs for the Technical Committee on Psychological Health & Safety in the Workplace

Mental health problems and illnesses are the leading cause of workplace disability in Canada, representing an economic burden of almost $20 million. Learn about the work underway through a joint initiative by CSA and BNQ to develop a voluntary, national standard for Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace and how this ground-breaking standard will provide employers with the tools to help prevent mental injury, reduce psychological risk, and promote a mentally healthier workplace.

What Does the Future Hold for Health Care - Dr. John Haggie, President, Canadian Medical Association

Dr. Haggie, a general and vascular surgeon, will speak about concerns that Canadians have on the capacity of the health care system to meet medical needs in the future. Dr Haggie will highlight the critical need for better home and community- based care, and the importance of collaboration and standards. You will learn what is needed to transform the Canadian system, so that it is sustainable, of high quality, and accessible to all Canadians.

Whistleblowing & the Public Trust - David Hutton, Executive Director, Federal Accountability Initiative for Reform & Joanna Gualtieri, Board Chair, Government Accountability Project (US)

When governments or corporations engage in misconduct, their actions can threaten our health, safety or financial well-being - we are all vulnerable. Honest employees often provide our last line of defence by speaking up about wrongdoing that threatens the public. Unfortunately these 'whistleblowers' are frequently rewarded with vicious, career-ending reprisals, designed to silence them and deter others. Learn more about the decades-long struggle to win protection for Canadian truth-tellers, and how this relates to the world of standards.

Counterfeit Busting 101 - Lorne Lipkus, Kestenberg Siegal Lipkus LLP

Hear about some of the newest challenges in the increasingly competitive world of counterfeit products in the global supply chain. A look at some of the latest examples of counterfeits, their impact on the marketplace, involvement of organized crime, forced labour and terrorist financing. What can and are we doing about it.

2:00 pm – 3:15 pm

LAW OF THE LAND... FOR CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY

MODERATOR:
ANDRE PICARD Read bio

Introduced and moderated by Andre Picard, award winning public health reporter with the Globe and Mail and bestselling author, this keynote panel will focus on new developments in consumer product safety.

With presentations from Helen Ryan, Director, Risk Assessment for the Consumer Product Safety Directorate of Health Canada, Andy Dabydeen, Manager, Product Stewardship at Canadian Tire, and chair of the Canadian Mirror Committee to ISO's Committee on the Guide to Product Safety, and Pamela Fuselli, Executive Director of Safe Kids Canada, this panel discussion will focus on the implementation and implications of the new Canadian consumer product safety regime.

Whether you are a consumer, manufacturer, regulator, retailer or safety expert, this session will provide you with the opportunity to learn about the new rules and how they are being implemented. The session will cover recalls, mandatory reporting, testing, risk assessment, resources for business and consumers, safety improvements, and current issues around compliance.

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3:30 pm – 4:30 pm

ROUND TABLE DISCUSSION GROUPS

Maximize your educational experience at this year's conference and join one of the breakout groups that will be identified during the Consumer Product Safety panel. Facilitated by a subject matter expert, each group will be designed to give you maximum knowledge transfer in minimal time by discussing issues, sharing opinions and strategizing on solutions.

6:30 pm – 11:00 pm

MEMBER APPRECIATION NIGHT

An unforgettable evening that celebrates outstanding performance!

Join us at the venerable Théâtre Capitole, a stylish architectural jewel, where we pay fitting tribute to the 2012 Award Winners, truly the gems of our standards community!

After the ceremony, you'll enjoy a banquet dinner and be enchanted by the astonishing performances of Acrobazia, a circus troupe that pays tribute to Le Cirque du Soleil ... a jaw-dropping artistic performance. And in our usual fun night tradition, there will be plenty of surprises!

Dress: Cocktail attire.

Tuesday June 12
7:40 am – 8:30 am

KEYNOTE SPEAKER
WENDY MESLEY
"MAKING A DIFFERENCE ... A MATTER OF TRUST"

KEYNOTE SPEAKER:
WENDY MESLEY Read bio

Wendy Mesley is one of Canada's most recognized and respected broadcast journalists. With her customary humour and famously direct approach, Wendy inspires audiences with her call to rebuild that essential human quality: trust. Issues of trust - winning it, losing it, and abusing it - have come up consistently through her career as a political reporter, host of the media savvy program Undercurrents and the consumer advocacy show Marketplace and now back with a regular segment on CBC's The National. By asking the tough questions, Wendy has uncovered many wonders and horrors, both from her own experiences and also the world at large.

8:40 am – 9:25 am

ACADEMIC CHALLENGE FINALISTS
"THE STANDARDS FACTOR"

Join us for a truly remarkable experience as CSA launches its Academic Challenge with three student teams sharing their ideas and perspectives on standards. At the conclusion of the session, you will have an opportunity to vote for the best overall presentation then join the celebration as the winning team is announced at the AGM Luncheon.

9:30 am – 10:00 am

BONNIE ROSE, CSA STANDARDS STRATEGIC PLAN

10:15 am – 11:15 am

CHAIR & PRESIDENT'S REPORTS

11:30 am – Noon

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

MEMBER FOCUS GROUP

Wednesday June 13
6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

NETWORKING RECEPTION FOR COMMITTEE MEMBERS & GUESTS

Take advantage of the opportunity to meet and mingle with fellow committee members in an informal after-work setting.

Dress: Casual.