Boards and institutions

The Americas Society/Council of the Americas: promotes the understanding of the political, economic, and cultural issues that define and challenge the Americas today.

University of Guelph: renowned in Canada and around the world as a research-intensive and learner-centred institution and for its commitment to open learning, internationalism and collaboration.

CTVglobemedia: Canada's premier multi-media company which owns CTV Inc. and The Globe and Mail. CTV Inc. owns and operates conventional television and radio stations across the country, and leading national specialty channels.

Gluskin Sheff & Associates: an independent investment firm that manages portfolios of entrepreneurs, professionals, family trusts, private charitable foundations, and estates.

Oilsands Quest Inc.: engaged in a variety of projects in the oil and gas industry in Western Canada with an emphasis on oil sands and oil shale exploration. Its lead project is an oil sands exploration program being conducted in the province of Saskatchewan.

Porter Airlines Inc.: Canada's newest air carrier based at Toronto City Centre Airport, bringing service and sophistication back to air travel.

BMO Harris Private Banking: a leading provider of integrated private banking services in Canada.

Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute: located at the University of Alberta Hospital in Edmonton. Opening in May 2008, this centre of excellence will become one of North America's leading heart institutes and will play a prominent role in the prevention and treatment of heart disease for Albertans and residents from other provinces and territories.

Ontario Institute for Cancer Research: dedicated to research in prevention, early detection, diagnosis, treatment and control of cancer. The Institute is an independent, not-for-profit corporation funded by the Government of Ontario.

Canadian American Business Council: the premier voice of the Canadian American business community in Washington.  Established in 1987, the Council is a non-profit, issues-oriented organization dedicated to elevating the private sector perspective on issues that affect our two nations.

The Canadian Club of Toronto: a forum to hear trailblazers in politics, business, social development and the media.

Centre for the Study of Democracy: a non-profit, non-partisan organization affiliated with the School of Policy Studies at Queen’s University which enhances the study of democracy and governance both within Canada and abroad.

Canada Institute at Woodrow Wilson Center: exploring one of America's most important bilateral relationships, the Canada Institute brings together top academics, government officials, and corporate leaders to explore key policy issues.

Historica Foundation: encourages the best possible Canadian history education by providing or supporting programs and resources that inspire Canadians to explore their history.

Genesis Research Foundation: a charitable, non-profit organization whose mission is to fund research and promote education and awareness in women’s health.

Wildlife Trust: an international organization of scientists dedicated to the conservation of biodiversity.  

Nature Conservancy of Canada: a private, non-profit group that partners with corporate and individual landowners to achieve the direct protection of our most important natural land treasures.

National Arts Centre: Canada's foremost showcase for the performing arts works with countless artists from across Canada and around the world, and collaborates with scores of other arts organizations across the country.

The Banff Centre: a globally respected arts, cultural, and educational institution and conference facility.

The Canadian Council of Christians and Jews: a national, non-sectarian organization that builds on our common heritage in pursuit of our goal: to eradicate discrimination, prejudice and bigotry in Canadian society through education, research, communication and community building.

Institute for United States Policy Studies: established in November 2005, the Institute aims to produce collaborative, cross-disciplinary research by drawing together the expertise of researchers from the University of Alberta, and from Canada, the United States and other countries.

Awards

Order of Canada: the centrepiece of Canada’s honour system recognizes a lifetime of outstanding achievement, dedication to the community and service to the nation.

Saskatchewan Order of Merit: a prestigious recognition of excellence, achievement and contributions to the social, cultural and economic well-being of the province and its residents.

The Canadian Association of Broadcasters: the national voice of Canada’s private broadcasters, representing the vast majority of Canadian programming services and advancing the interests of Canada’s private broadcasters in the social, cultural and economic fabric of the country.

Canadian Women in Communications: a national, bilingual organization dedicated to the advancement of women in the communications sector through strategic networking, targeted professional development and meaningful recognition.

UNIFEM: the women's fund at the United Nations providing financial and technical assistance to innovative programmes and strategies that promote women's human rights, political participation and economic security.

Women in Film and Television: a leading internationally affiliated professional organization dedicated to the advancement of women and underrepresented groups in screen-based media.