QUEEN’S CONFERENCE ON

PHILANTHROPY

C O N N E C T

D E L E G A T EM A N U A L

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THURSDAY, JANUARY 225:00pm – 7:00pm Registration and Check-In (External Delegates) | Holiday Inn7:00am – 7:30pm QCOP 2015 Welcome | Bellevue Ballroom South7:30pm – 9:00pm Catered Dinner | Bellevue Ballroom South8:00pm – 10:00pm Connection Ice-Breakers | Bellevue Ballroom South10:00pm – 2:00am External Delegates Social at Tir Nan Og

FRIDAY, JANUARY 239:00am – 10:00am Registration and Check-In (Internal Delegates) | Holiday Inn9:30am – 10:20am Breakfast | Islandview Ballroom10:20am – 10:30am QCOP 2015 Co-Chair Opening Remarks | Islandview Ballroom10:30am – 11:30am Keynote – Ene Underwood, Habitat for Humanity Presented by Great West Life | Islandview Ballroom11:30am – 12:30pm Workshop | Bellevue Ballroom 12:30pm – 1:00pm Keynote – Dave Dryden, Sleeping Children Around the World Presented by Great West Life | Islandview Ballroom1:00pm – 1:30pm Lunch | Islandview Ballroom1:30pm – 2:30pm Workshops (Cursive PR and TechSoup Canada) | Bellevue Ballroom2:30pm – 3:30pm Networking and Tea Break | Special Thanks to David’s Tea3:30pm – 5:30pm Cause Wall | Bellevue Ballroom5:30pm – 5:45pm Presentation– Tom Harris | Islandview Ballroom5:45pm – 7:00pm Dinner | Islandview Ballroom7:00pm – 8:00pm Keynote – Jim Leech, Chancellor of Queen’s University Presented by Great West Life | Islandview Ballroom8:00pm – 9:00pm Wine ‘n Design | Special thanks to Gildan T-Shirts | Bellevue Ballroom9:00pm – 10:00pm Renaissance Charity Concert and Photo Booth Presented by Steam Whistle Brewing | Bellevue Ballroom10:00pm – 2:00am Evening Social: Graffiti Connections | Fluid Night Club

SATURDAY, JANUARY 248:30am – 9:00am Breakfast and Announcements | Islandview Ballroom9:00am – 10:00am Keynote – Chris Tse, Me to We | Presented by Great West Life10:00am – 10:30am Keynote – CANFAR | Presented by Great West Life10:30am – 11:15am Workshop – Denny Young and CANFAR | Bellevue Ballroom11:15am – 12:00pm Workshop | Bellevue Ballroom12:00pm – 1:00pm Lunch | Special Thanks to Suncor | Islandview Ballroom1:00pm – 2:30pm Philanthropic Networking Fair and Silent Auction Special Thanks to CFKA | Bellevue Ballroom2:30pm – 3:00pm Students in Philanthropy | Presented by Scotia Bank | Islandview Ballroom3:00pm – 5:00pm The 2015 Challenge | Special Thanks to Marc Shaw5:00pm – 6:00pm Challenge Presentations6:00pm – 7:30pm Dinner | Presented by CCL Industries | Islandview Ballroom7:30pm – 8:30pm Keynote – Capitalize for Kids | Presented by Great West Life8:30pm – 9:00pm Dessert and Slideshow | Islandview Ballroom9:00pm – 9:15pm QCOP 2015 Closing Ceremony: Closing Remarks Presented by CCL Industries | Islandview Ballroom10:30pm – 2:00am Evening Social: “A Touch of Red” Semi-Formal Evening | The Merchant

SUNDAY, JANUARY 2510:00am – 11:00am Delegates with Accommodation Check-Out and Brunch Islandview Ballroom

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CONTENTS

WELCOME TO QCOP 2015...............................4

ABOUT QCOP.........................................................6

DELEGATE INITIATIVES CHALLENGE.............7

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS...........................................8

WORKSHOP SPEAKERS....................................14

OUTREACH............................................................16

EXTERNAL DELEGATES......................................17

SPONSORS............................................................19

NETWORKING PARTNERS...............................22

SOCIALS.................................................................23

THE QCOP EXEC................................................24

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WELCOME TO QCOP 2015!

Hello, and welcome to QCOP 2015! On behalf of our team, and all the people who have been involved with QCOP over the past seven years, thank you for joining us. As one of QCOP’s distinguished guests, we hope you leave this weekend invigorated with a greater understanding of philanthropy and how it applies to you in the world we share. Immerse yourself in discussions, throw yourself into workshops, meet the Delegates Challenge head on and really connect with the people here. There is power in numbers, and your actions and experiences this weekend have the potential to impact the rest of your life. Let it happen.

Our team believes in smiling at strangers on the street, giving more than receiving and being responsible global citizens. We are humbled to have been recognized with the Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy Award from the South Eastern Ontario Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals. And we want this year’s conference to be the best one yet. Our executive has worked tirelessly and passionately and we are so proud of them. The past nine months have been a true labour of love and the two of us are grateful that we have had the chance to work alongside them.

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This year’s conference theme is CONNECT - which to us is all about bringing together people and ideas. We want to connect you to things that you are passionate about, and help you find others who share your vision for a brighter tomorrow and can help you challenge the status quo. This concept has been embedded in every item on the agenda for QCOP 2015. Your time is valuable and we hope that you make the most of this weekend by creating lasting relationships and learning new skills to help you tackle tomorrow’s problems. As Margaret Mead once said, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed it is the only thing that ever has”.

We are thrilled to have you here, and we encourage you to make the most of this weekend by embracing every opportunity to get involved and CONNECT!

All the best, and all our love,

Heather Evans & River Habermehl HattCo-Chairs, Queen’s Conference on Philanthropy 2015

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ABOUT QCOPThe Queen’s Conference on Philanthropy (QCOP) was born after two Queen’s undergraduates discovered their mutual love for mankind and voiced their desire to help students realize that they are truly capable of making a difference. Big or small, their goal was to promote that this difference can be made simply by building a positive community through giving one’s time and talent to a purpose they are passionate about. Based on the premise of inspiring a passion in students to discover a cause personal to them, QCOP’s inaugural conference took place in 2008. Now in its 7th year of existence, QCOP is the first undergraduate conference of its kind, and has grown into a forum for discussion and innovation based on our founders vision of creating a hub of change-oriented dialogue for young leaders across the nation. The conference aims to educate, inspire and empower top undergraduate delegates nationwide to make a difference in today’s world. QCOP brings students together from various universities all across Canada to provide a rich experience for passionate delegates. Conference delegates will be exposed to various insights on philanthropy, its evolving role in society, and learn about the endless number of ways they can personally get involved and make an impact. After the conclusion of the conference, students will leave not only inspired, but empowered, capable and ready to make a difference.

The QCOP 2015 theme is CONNECT. It is a tribute to the rapid development of technology that has brought people together, and is meant to emphasize how we can all relate to one another by pursuing what we are passionate about, and finding others who share this passion for a common cause. The theme underlines the goal that we would like to achieve with QCOP: connecting students with other students who have similar passions, linking them with industry professionals with a wealth of experience to help guide them, and arming them with resources they can use to take action. Being connected means that a single action can have an impact on more than the instigator. It also means that the impact is not restricted geographically. At QCOP, we want students to recognize that to make a difference, we should take individual action, but we must also support one another. After all, we’re all in this together, and we’re all connected.

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DELEGATEINITIATIVESCHALLENGE

What are you passionate about? What do you want to learn about? What inspires you? The Cause Wall is back this year and better than ever! Choose a cause that matters to you and connect with others with similar passions. Whether it is poverty, climate change, or disease prevention, there will be an opportunity for you to become more aware and share your ideas. You’ll be amazed what can happen when this many passionate and caring individuals are brought together. Find out how boundless philanthropy can be.

THE CAUSE WALL

Get ready to be put to the test. This year’s challenge brings a whole new meaning to ‘The Amazing Race’. It allows you to unleash your passion for helping others and make a positive impact in the Kingston community. It is a race against time to complete as many philanthropic challenges as possible. You’ll be doing everything from posting positive messages around downtown, to handing out flowers to strangers, to donating to the food bank. Remember to wear warm clothes! Connect with your teammates, complete challenges, and make a difference. This is an afternoon you won’t soon forget.

THE AMAZING RACE: PHILANTHROPY EDITION

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KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

CO-FOUNDERS, CAPITALIZE FOR KIDSJEFF GALLANT & KYLE MACDONALD

Jeff Gallant is an Analyst at Alignvest Capital Management. Prior to joining Alignvest, Jeff worked on the North American equity long short mandates at Gluskin Sheff + Associates in Toronto. To date, he has obtained the Chartered Investment Manager and Chartered Strategic Wealth Professional designations, and is currently a candidate for the Chartered Financial Analyst designation. In 2012, Jeff was recognized as a Global Shaper by the World Economic Forum. Jeff received an Honours Bachelor of Commerce degree from Queen’s University. He was also educated at the Stockholm School of Economics in Sweden through an international exchange and the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania through a leadership program.

Kyle MacDonald spends his time outside Capitalize for Kids at Veritas Investment Research covering financial services. He began his career at Ernst & Young in their Assurance and Advisory practice before moving on to equity research. Kyle graduated from Queen’s University with a Bachelor of Commerce, specializing in Accounting and Finance. He holds the designation of Chartered Professional Accountant, and was awarded National Honor Roll status for his performance on the 2012 Uniform Final Exam (UFE). Kyle is currently a Level III candidate in the Chartered Financial Analyst program.

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CHANCELLOR, QUEEN’S UNIVERSITYFORMER CEO, ONTARIO TEACHERS’ PENSION PLAN

JIM LEECH

Mr. Leech joined Teachers’ in 2001 to lead Teachers’ Private Capital and was appointed President & CEO in 2007. Under his leadership, the organization became one of the world’s leading private equity investors.

Mr. Leech has gained recognition for his expertise and leadership in the private equity industry and as CEO of several public companies. He has a solid reputation for building businesses and strong management teams and has led large public companies operating and investing in the financial services, real estate and energy industries, as well as start-up technology businesses.

Before joining Teachers’, Mr. Leech was president and CEO of Unicorp Canada Corporation, one of Canada’s first public merchant banks, and Union Energy Inc., then one of North America’s largest integrated energy and pipeline companies. During the 1990s, he guided two start-up technology companies - Disys Corporation and Kasten Chase Applied Research - to the revenue generation stage.

Mr. Leech holds a B.Sc. (Hons Math and Physics) from the Royal Military College of Canada and an MBA from Queen’s University. He is also a graduate of the Institute of Corporate Directors.

Mr. Leech is chair of the board of Toronto General and Western Hospital Foundation. He is a member of the board of the MasterCard Foundation and was a founding director of Right To Play International. He has been named Chancellor-designate of Queen’s University, effective July 1, 2014 and currently chairs the advisory board of the Queen’s School of Business.

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CEO, HABITAT FOR HUMANITY GTAENE UNDERWOODEne Underwood was appointed CEO of Habitat for Humanity Toronto in April 2013. Ene’s introduction to grassroots community building began as a child growing up on a farm in a tight-knit community in southwestern Ontario. In adulthood, Ene’s career began in the private sector, first in computer systems, then as a strategy consultant with McKinsey & Company. A lifelong attraction to promoting individual and community wellbeing led Ene to spend the majority of her career in health care and, more recently, in child welfare.

Ene’s public sector leadership roles have included: CEO of a large public-private medical laboratory organization providing services to nine Toronto hospitals; leadership responsibility for strategic planning and amalgamation of a number of health services in Toronto; and Chair of a provincial Commission developing and implementing changes to promote sustainable child welfare.

In her volunteer life, Ene has served on various community boards including Dixon Hall and the Children’s Aid Society of Toronto. Ene has an Honours B.A. in Social Development Studies from the University of Waterloo and an MBA from the Ivey School of Business. Ene lives in Toronto and is the proud parent of a teenaged son.

On April 1, 2014—within her first year as CEO at Habitat for Humanity Toronto, Ene’s hands-on leadership led the affiliates of Brampton Caledon, Toronto and York Region to amalgamate into one new affiliate serving all three regions forming Habitat for Humanity Greater Toronto Area.

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CHAIR OF BOARD, SLEEPING CHILDREN AROUND THE WORLD

DAVE DRYDEN

Dave Dryden is a former NHL and WHA Goaltender who played for the Chicago Black Hwks, Chicago Cougars, Buffalo Sabres, and Edmonton Oilers. He also holds degrees in education from York University and Niagara University and has worked for the Peel Board of Education.

He is currently the Chair of Board of the organization Sleeping Children Around the World (SCAW), which was founded Murray and Margaret Dryden in 1970. SCAW uses 100% of its donations to provide bedkits to children of any race and/or religion who will benefit the most; typically being located in underdeveloped and developing countries. The idea behind this organization is to create “A world in which every child benefits from the comfort of a good night’s sleep.”

For each $35 donation, SCAW provides a child with a kit consisting of a mat or mattress, pillow, bedsheet, blanket, mosquito net, clothes, towels, and school supplies. The kits are created in the country where they are to be distributed. This helps reduce transportation and material costs as well as providing an economic benefit to the targeted area. Since 1970, bed kits have been provided to 900 000 children.

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Creating value where we live and work. Together.

Supporting Queen’s Conference on Philanthropy.

NATIONAL PROGRAMS MANAGER,CANADIAN FOUNDATION FOR AIDS RESEARCH

ANDREA ZEELIE-VARGA

With a background in politics and health, Andrea has always been involved in various aspects of philanthropy in both South Africa and Canada. In the past she has championed other causes in various roles such as Project Coordinator for Parent Action on Drugs and Communications Coordinator for HC Link. She brings her excellent research, communication skills, and creativity to every role.

Andrea is currently the National Programs Manager for The Canadian Foundation for AIDS Research (CANFAR), which is the only national charitable foundation that raises awareness to generate funds for research into all aspects of HIV infection and AIDS. Since inception in 1987, CANFAR has invested more than $18 million in research initiatives across Canada. In her role, Andrea is responsible for the development of “CANFAR Clubs” on campuses across Canada and she also runs CANFAR’s national high school awareness program called “Kisses 4 CANFAR” which reaches more than two million students annually.

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Creating value where we live and work. Together.

Supporting Queen’s Conference on Philanthropy.

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WORKSHOPSPEAKERS

COMMUNICATIONS LEAD, TECHSOUP CANADAJOYCE HSU

Joyce is the Communications Lead at TechSoup Canada. She manages TechSoup Canada’s external communications including branding, social media, blogs, graphic design, events and email campaigns. Having worked in the charitable sector as an event planner, program coordinator and fundraiser, Joyce understands what it means to wear “multiple hats” and the vital role technology plays in helping nonprofits accomplish the impossible. She has a deep love for the world of philanthropy and seeks to help nonprofits be more efficient and effective with technology. Twitter handle: @fuuyin

COORDINATOR, FUNDRAISING MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE PROGRAM AT HUMBER COLLEGE

DENNY YOUNG

Honoured in November as the Outstanding Fundraising Professional of 2014 by the Toronto Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals, Denny Young has been in the profession for over 20 years and shown exemplary leadership as an executive, educator and mentor. His experience includes senior fundraising and communications roles in a number of sectors including health, social service, and the arts. Denny has a Masters degree in Philanthropy and Development from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, has completed the Ivey School of Business Executive Program, and has a certificate in the Foundations of Coaching from the Adler Graduate Professional School. He is a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE).

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CO-FOUNDER, CURSIVE PRCHIEF FUNDRAISER, THE CORSAGE PROJECT

JESSICA GREEN

Jessica is a communications and social media marketing specialist with clients ranging from tech start-ups and local retailers to non-profits and national apparel manufacturers. With a focus on corporate communications, community management, email marketing, web development, search engine performance, analytics/insights, and writing/editing, Cursive PR was created to help brands discover untapped digital opportunities that inspire conversations and convert fans to ambassadors.

Jessica is the head of fundraising for the Corsage Project, a nonprofit organization that works in partnership with the Children’s Aid Foundation to provide formal attire - free of charge - and educational bursaries to Toronto-area students in need. She also sits on the Communications Committee of Art of Fashion, a non-profit that helps Canadian fashion and accessory designers reach consumers and media, and launch their careers.

NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONCANFARThe Canadian Foundation for AIDS Research (CANFAR) is Canada’s only independent charitable foundation dedicated to eliminating AIDS through research. Since inception in 1987, CANFAR has invested more than $18 million in research initiatives across Canada. By funding promising Canadian HIV and AIDS research and promoting prevention through educational campaigns, CANFAR is working to end AIDS globally.

Each year it is the responsibility of CANFAR’s Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC) to evaluate which research proposals seem most promising and likely to make a worthwhile contribution to the international body of HIV and AIDS research. CANFAR is dedicated to funding all aspects of research, including: fundamental and applied research; educational and prevention; care; psychosocial initiatives; and, community research.

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OUTREACH

For the philanthropist in all of us, a silent auction benefitting the KingstonYouth Shelter is held on Saturday afternoon of QCOP 2015!

SILENT CHARITY AUCTION

On Friday evening, bring your spare change and catch local band The Renaissance performing at our charity concert, in support of the Kingston Youth Shelter. Steam Whistle Brewing has generously donated free beer for the concert.

THE RENAISSANCE CHARITY CONCERT

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EXTERNAL DELEGATES

Natalie Abeysena and Hillary Kellam - Western UniversityKelly Zheng - University of TorontoJoanna Perkin - Mount Allison University

UNIVERSITIES REPRESENTED

CAMPUS REPRESENTATIVES

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Philanthropy is about giving your time, your energy, cherishing what it means to be human in a world where

many continue to struggle, and finding ways to give back every day.

PRINCIPAL DANIEL WOOLFQCOP 2014 OPENING CEREMONY

We believe changehappens one gesture,

one person, onemoment at a time.

CHRISTIE PARK & LIISA MACNICHOLASQCOP 2014 CO-CHAIRS

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SPONSORSPLATINUM

DIAMOND

GOLD

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SILVER

DONATIONS

IN-KIND DONATIONS

SILENT AUCTION DONATIONS

Marc Shaw

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NETWORKINGPARTNERS

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SOCIALS

Our casual Thursday night dinner held at the Holiday Inn Kingston Waterfront is a chance for external delegates to connect and meet delegates from across the country and the QCOP executive. After dinner, the exec will lead the way to karaoke at Tir Nan Og Irish Pub – a student favourite and longstanding Thursday night tradition.

EXTERNAL DELEGATE DINNERAND SOCIAL

Get pumped for Friday’s upcoming events as we kick the night off by listening to the sounds of local band The Renaissance while enjoying free beer courtesy of our sponsor, Steam Whistle Brewing. Bring spare change to support the Kingston Youth Shelter!

THE RENAISSANCE CHARITY CONCERT

Gildan has generously sponsored QCOP with white t-shirts to help show off your artistic abilities with our first ever ‘Wine ‘n design’ with wine sponsored by Constellation Brands. This all followed by some dancing at one of Kingston’s favourite Night Clubs, Fluid.

GRAFITTI CONNECTIONS

Join us for an elegant evening at the Merchant Taphouse and come ready to rock out to some classic head bopping tunes. It’s sure to be a classy evening!

“A TOUCH OF RED” SEMI-FORMAL

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THE QCOP EXEC

Heather EvansCo-Chair

River Habermehl HattCo-Chair

Zoe KeirsteadSponsorship Director

Vivian LiSponsorship Coordinator

Shamik SenSponsorship Coordinator

Maureen MarfulGrants Coordinator

Caroline MarfulFirst Year Representative

Abhit SahotaFirst Year Representative

Graeme MatichukPublications Coordinator

Keith WeaverIT Coordinator

Catherine WierzbaPromotions Coordinator

Hamy NguyenAdvisor

Styna TaoSpeakers Coordinator

Jakob PugiSpeakers Coordinator

Rafiq SulemanSpeakers Coordinator

Lexi EwingLogistics Coordinator

Carmen ChenSpeakers Coordinator

Brandon YauInternal DelegatesCoordinator

Leah WatsonExternal DelegatesCoordinator

Sarah HannayFinance and SocialsCoordinator

Danielle LauzonDelegate InitiativeCoordinator

Julie FosterDelegate InitiativeCoordinator

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Thank-you for attending Queen’s Conference on

Philanthropy 2015

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