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About the Business Speaker Series

The Business Speaker Series gives students and the community an opportunity to hear from business professionals who have plenty of knowledge and experience in the business world. From local entrepreneurs to individuals working in the government sector, you will be able to learn a lot on how to be successful. Don't miss out!

 

Upcoming Speaker Series Event:

January 24, 2022 - Wayne Shafer

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January 24, 2022

'I'm a Business Person; Why Do I need a Lawyer?"

Wayne Shafer, QC Senior Counsel, Department of Justice Canada is presently senior counsel and trail lead in the aboriginal law section responsible for litigation related to Treaty Land Entitlement claims and the “60’s scoop” class action litigation


This year he received the Government of Canada and Crown and Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada commemorative recognition for the legal work completed on behalf of Canada to address the legacy of the Indian Residential School as well as the Department of Justice Prairie Region Merit Award for his high level of performance throughout phase 1 and Phase 2 of the Jim Shot Both Sides v Her Majesty the Queen trial.


He has served on numerous boards and been published extensively. Wayne is a graduate of Duke University in Durham North Carolina a Master of Arts from and has completed the Ph.D. course requirements from the School of International Relationships from the same institution.

 

 

 

Small Business Week - October 17-23, 2021

Click on the links below to view the archived videos.

 

 
Monday, October 18, 2021 - 7:00 PM

Using Referrals to Grow Your Business

Mr. Peter DeWit
Owner & Account Manager
Edge Marketing & Design

 
 
Tuesday, October 19, 2021 - 7:00 PM

Impact of COVID-19 on Consumer Bahavior: What Small Businesss Should Know

Dr. Robert Opoku
Marketing Instructor, Red Deer College

 

 
 
Wednesday, October 20, 2021 - 7:00 PM

Tips for Obtaining Financing for Your Business

Ms. Tobi Vos
Senior Accoount Manager, Business Development Bank of Canada

 

 
 
Thursday, October 21, 2021 - 7:00 PM

A Real Approach to Entrepreneurial Finance

Dr. Carlton Osakwe
Associate Professor of Finance, Mount Royal University

 

 

 

 

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