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March 20, 2019 – Beyond Lip Service: Strategic Leadership and Fundamental Sustainability in a Cynical Age

The University of Ottawa believes in stimulating constructive thinking that encourages discussion and raises awareness of differing perspectives on important topics. And this is the aim of the uOttawa Chancellor’s Debate, which brings together thought-leaders, opinion-makers and exceptional individuals who, through lively exchanges and spirited discussions, explore and discuss important contemporary issues, principally for the benefit of students.

The uOttawa Chancellor’s Debate is held twice yearly, once in the fall and once in the spring. The formats and topics of these debates vary. Formats will range from panel discussions to one-on-one interviews to classic, head-to-head debates, depending on the topic and the invited guests. Topics could include foreign affairs, innovation and economic growth, or justice and social policy.

The Chancellor attends and participates in each debate.

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  • March 20, 2019 – Beyond Lip Service: Strategic Leadership and Fundamental Sustainability in a Cynical Age

    The next event will focus on the following topic:

    Beyond Lip Service: Strategic Leadership and Fundamental Sustainability in a Cynical Age

    Wednesday, March 20 at 5 p.m.

    Faculty of Social Sciences Building, 120 University Private, Room 4007

    Join Calin Rovinescu, uOttawa Chancellor and CEO of Air Canada, in conversation with social entrepreneur extraordinaire Zita Cobb, co-founder and CEO of the Shorefast Foundation and founder and innkeeper of the Fogo Island Inn, as they discuss the future of leadership and corporate responsibility.

    There will be a reception at 5 p.m., prior to the live discussion. A question-and-answer period will follow.

    Register online

    Calin Rovinescu Calin Rovinescu President and CEO of Air Canada, and Chancellor of the University of Ottawa
    Zita CobbZita Cobb Co-founder and CEO of the Shorefast Foundation and founder and innkeeper of the Fogo Island Inn

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