Episodes
121
Latest episode
May 2026
Language
EN
Exploring anything and everything JCI, from inspiration and motivation to leadership and strategic thinking, with a focus on our amazing members here in JCI Canada. Please send ideas and feedback to podcast@jcicanada.com or leave us a voice message.
JCI has many avenues of growth and leadership, our guests today showcase the OTHER reasons they do what they do! Thank you to JCI Families for sharing! JCI by association - your kids and/or partners who show up for you, for the community and for JCI as a collective... we thank you!
So many projects, so little time! JCI Canada has projects running coast to coast. Join us to hear about 2 active projects - Holiday Hamper (JCI Edmonton), Student Tech Employment (JCI Ottawa)Follow JCI Canada to find out more information about how you can get involved!
Keep your members close, but your senators closer! Hear stories from senators from the past. How importance senatorship can be and what it means for members, chapters and communities. JCI provides opportunist for friends, communities and ourselves from the start our your journey to the very end. Today, thank a senator for the chapter they have help create!
Welcome to the 2026 JCI Canada national board! Today we hear from from NP Jonah Gowans. Plan of action isnt about "manifesting" from the couch... its about moving with purpose.This episode paints a picture for the 2026 vision "forward through service", a high-energy ambitious road map for turning big goals into real-world wins. If your ready to level up, take risks, and make 2026 the year things truly change... press play.To hear more about JCI Canada or a local chapter near you - visit https://www.jcicanada.com/
In today's episode, I am delighted to hand over the mic to the illustrious Wayne Armstrong from JCI Kootenay as your new JCI Canada Podcast host. Wayne and I share some handy resources for your listening pleasure and hopefully offer you some tools to make your 2026 year the best one yet! Thanks for listening in 2025 and stay tuned in for an epic year of episodes ahead. Happy New Year y'all!
Join us for a special episode conducted en français featuring JCI Canada National Vice President Areej Zayat as guest co-host, interviewing the esteemed National President of JCI Haïti, Elysée Joseph!We delve into his inspiring journey: from being a médecin (doctor) working in humanitarian aid with organizations like Médecins Sans Frontières, to leading JCI Haïti in 2025 while working in the Congo. Discover how JCI Haïti and its jeunesse (youth) adapt to multiple crises, the leçon la plus importante (most important lesson) he's learned, and the power of international jumelages (twinning projects).Connect with a French-speaking friend to translate, if needed!
Get ready for an incredibly insightful and engaging conversation as we sit down with JCI Switzerland’s National President for 2025, Amaël Aubert!This episode shines a spotlight on the powerful twinning relationship between JCI Canada and JCI Switzerland, exploring how our two nations collaborate to foster international cooperation, exchange best practices, and create a truly global impact for our members. Amaël shares his vision for strengthening these transatlantic bonds through future member exchanges and joint project support.But what has JCI Switzerland been up to? Amaël dives into some of their most fun and unique projects from 2025 that perfectly capture the innovative Swiss spirit.Tune in to hear how our Swiss counterparts are embracing the four areas of opportunity to develop leaders, drive positive change, and have a lot of fun along the way!Connect with JCI Switzerland here: https://www.jci.ch/Conenct with JCI Canada here: https://www.jcicanada.com/
"We've all heard the saying 'it's not what you know,but who you know.' But in today's job market, does JCI experience give you a powerful 'what' AND a powerful 'who'?"That's the question we're tackling today on the JCI CanadaPodcast! We're diving into the incredible value of JCI experience on your resume and exploring the distinguished role of the JCI Canada Senate. To help us navigate these topics, we're honored to be joined by a panel of incredible JCI leaders: JCI Canada Senate President Cara Heck, and fellow JCI Senators Crispin Bottomley, Mike Matejka, and Kyleen Myrah. They'll share their insights on how JCI skills can elevate your professional life and what it truly means to be part of the esteemed JCI Senate.To learn more about how to join JCI Canada, visit www.jcicanada.com
Welcome to the JCI Canada Podcast, where we empower young leaders and entrepreneurs across the nation! Today, we're diving deep into one of the most crucial and often perplexing aspects of building a business: the funding puzzle. Many aspiring and even established entrepreneurs find themselves facing a complex landscape when seeking capital, from understanding different financing options to knowing who to approach.To help us demystify this critical topic, we're thrilled to welcome two experts who work on the front lines of supporting Canadian businesses. Joining us today are Danielle Hofer from the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) and Robbie Hoyte from Valley First Credit Union. They'll share their invaluable insights into how entrepreneurs can best position themselves for success when seeking funding and the diverse resources available to them.In this episode, we'll explore:Beyond the Bank Loan: Exploring a range of financing options, from traditional loans and lines of credit to venture capital, grants, and alternative funding sources.What Lenders Look For: Key criteria and metrics that BDC and credit unions like Valley First consider when evaluating funding applications.Building a Strong Business Case: Tips for crafting compelling business plans and financial projections that resonate with potential funders.Navigating the Relationship: How to build strong, long-term relationships with financial institutions and advisors.Support Beyond Capital: Discovering the advisory services and resources offered by BDC and Valley First to help businesses thrive.Whether you're just starting your entrepreneurial journey or looking to scale your existing venture, this episode promises to provide actionable advice and a clearer roadmap for solving your funding puzzle. Tune in and get ready to empower your entrepreneurial dreams!Connect with Danielle at BDC: danielle.hofer@bdc.caCheck out the BDC website for resources: https://www.bdc.ca/enConnect with Robbie Hoyt at Valley First Credit Union: rhoyte@valleyfirst.comCheck out Valley First's website for resources: https://www.valleyfirst.com/
Want to see your JCI Canada events splashed across headlines and featured on the evening news? This episode is for you! We're thrilled to welcome Areej Zayat, a seasoned journalist and media expert, to share her insider knowledge on attracting news outlets and shining during media interviews.Areej dives deep into tactical tips, revealing the secretsto crafting compelling pitches that grab journalists' attention and the art of transforming your JCI initiatives into newsworthy stories. She'll walk you through practical strategies for identifying the pe rfect media angles andcreating buzz that makes outlets want to cover your events by hitting the heart, the brain or the wallet.Whether you're a local chapter president, a project lead, orsimply passionate about elevating JCI's visibility, this episode offers actionable insights to help you amplify your message and showcase the incredible work of JCI Canada.Key Takeaways:Strategies for identifying and pitching newsworthy JCI events.Crafting compelling press releases and media advisories.Tips for preparing for and excelling in media interviews.How to deliver clear, concise and impactful messages.Join us as Areej Zayat empowers JCI Canada members tobecome media magnets and articulate advocates for their impactful work!Connect with Areej on LinkedIn here by clicking here.
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