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Duncan Sinclair speaks with Senator Colin Deacon, entrepreneur and independent Senator representing Nova Scotia, about how Canada can turn its strengths in innovation, entrepreneurship, and research into greater productivity and global competitiveness. Senator Deacon explores regulatory modernization, business investment, scaling Canadian companies, fintech, and climate innovation, while sharing his perspective on building a more innovative and prosperous Canadian economy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duncan Sinclair speaks with Dr. Fahad Razak, physician, researcher, and co-founder of GEMINI, about how Canada can harness health data to improve patient care, accelerate medical innovation, and strengthen its healthcare system. Fahad explores the challenges of fragmented data, privacy, clinical trials, and data sovereignty, while sharing insights on GEMINI and the development of Vital. He makes the case for treating health data infrastructure as critical national infrastructure and strengthening collaboration across healthcare, government, research, and the private sector. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duncan Sinclair speaks with Don Drummond about Canada’s economic challenges, productivity, economic sovereignty, foreign investment, and the barriers holding back business growth. Don reflects on his career in economics and the need for greater courage in economic policy to strengthen Canada’s economy. He shares insights on building a more productive, competitive, and prosperous future for the country. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duncan Sinclair speaks with Daniel Bernhard about Canada’s immigration system and the gap between welcoming newcomers and helping them fully participate once they arrive. Daniel explores the need to focus on outcomes ensuring newcomers can use their skills, contribute to the economy, and develop a genuine sense of belonging. He shares insights on credential recognition, labour shortages, international students, and immigration reform, and argues for treating immigration as part of a broader nation-building strategy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duncan Sinclair speaks with Vass Bednar about how data, algorithms, and digital platforms are reshaping Canada’s economy and changing how consumers experience prices, competition, and choice. Vass explores personalized pricing, loyalty programs, data collection, and the growing market power of companies that control both platforms and consumer information. She shares insights on strengthening Canada’s digital infrastructure, protecting information as an economic asset, and balancing innovation with consumer protection and democratic accountability. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duncan Sinclair hosts a special live panel from the Walrus Talks: AccessAbility, featuring five courageous voices working to advance accessibility across Canada. Stephanie Cadieux, Neil Belanger, Chris Dodd, Lorin MacDonald, and Prasanna Ranganathan explore the deep gap between Canada's legislative promises and the daily reality faced by millions of Canadians with disabilities. The conversation examines how unconscious bias, fear of getting it wrong, and fragmented accountability perpetuate exclusion, while highlighting the economic and human cost of inaction. From Indigenous communities facing delayed access to federal accessibility standards, to the power of bearing witness and centering lived experience in policy design, the panel calls on all Canadians to move beyond conversation toward meaningful, accountable change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duncan Sinclair speaks with Ranjay Gulati about the powerful connection between purpose and courage in leadership. Ranjay explores how organizations can embed a deep sense of purpose into their core strategy, while leaders cultivate the everyday courage needed to navigate uncertainty and ethical complexity. He shares practical insights on building resilient, values-driven organizations that can adapt, lead, and thrive in a rapidly changing world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duncan Sinclair speaks with Alex Munter about the future of healthcare in Canada. Alex shares insights from his journey in healthcare leadership, unpacking the urgent challenges facing the country’s health system and the innovative solutions emerging to address them. He explores how technology, policy reform, and community engagement can work together to transform care delivery and build a more resilient, accessible healthcare system for all Canadians. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duncan Sinclair speaks with Benjamin Bergen about how Canada can keep its entrepreneurs, capital, and generational wealth growing at home. Ben explores the policy and investment conditions needed to turn Canadian startups into global champions and strengthen long-term economic sovereignty.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duncan Sinclair speaks with Michael Lee-Chin about Canada’s opportunity to lead in clean energy and how that leadership can become a powerful engine for long-term wealth creation. Hear how strategic investment in sectors such as nuclear innovation, clean technology, advanced healthcare and building our indigenous business' can strengthen Canadian sovereignty, build institutional resilience, and create lasting economic value for generations to come. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Minister Vic Fedeli discovers shares how Ontario is navigating trade, innovation, and economic growth through bold policies and strategic investments. In this episode, Minister Vic Fidele shares lessons with Duncan Sinclair from his leadership journey in government and business, emphasizing resilience, collaboration, and future-proofing Ontario's prosperity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From Mark Carney setting Canada's tone at World Economic Forum in Davos to the priorities highlighted in the State of the Union Address, the message is clear: the time for Canada to be strong is now. In this episode of Courage Inc., Duncan Sinclair speaks with former cabinet minister James Moore about how broadband infrastructure, innovation, and fewer internal trade barriers can strengthen Canada’s economic sovereignty. Moore explains how data, technology, and supply chains are redefining national power in an era of rising North American competition. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Duncan Sinclair speaks with Vice Admiral Angus Topshee, Commander of the Royal Canadian Navy, about how the Navy actively supports Canadian sovereignty. Vice Admiral Topshee outlines the Navy’s role in asserting presence across Canada’s three oceans, safeguarding Arctic waters, and contributing to continental and global security alongside allies. He discusses operational readiness, fleet modernization, and the importance of sailors, partnerships, and sustained investment in protecting Canada’s maritime interests amid rising geopolitical and climate pressures. Courage Inc. is a podcast hosted by Duncan Sinclair, Chair of Deloitte Canada and Chile's Board of Directors, and produced by The Walrus Lab. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Duncan Sinclair speaks with courageous and powerful voices from the world of business and policy tasked with directing the future of their industries. Subscribe for even more courageous leadership!  Sinclair is the chairman of Deloitte Canada. Courage Inc. is a podcast produced by The Walrus Lab for Deloitte.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Duncan Sinclair speaks with Teresa Resch, a sports management leader and driving force behind Toronto Tempo, Canada’s first WNBA team. Teresa shares her journey from a small agricultural town in Minnesota to shaping the future of women’s sports. She reflects on pivotal career moments, the challenges of building a new franchise in a Canadian market, and the importance of storytelling, investment, and community engagement. Teresa also highlights the need for greater exposure and support to grow the fan base, the excitement of building a competitive roster, and the significance of creating a dedicated home for the team. Courage Inc. is a podcast hosted by Duncan Sinclair, Chair of Deloitte Canada and Chile's Board of Directors, and produced by The Walrus Lab. Available on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more details. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.