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Armchair Discussions

Innovative · Informative · Interactive

Led by notable leaders from the public and private sector, Armchair Discussions are short, free, relevant and effective learning opportunities.

January 2012

Exploring the Benefits of Data Minimization and the Risks of Over-collection
Sue Lajoie and Lindsay Scotton – January 26, 2012 – Ottawa or via Webcast

February 2012

Discover Canada's Inuit
Christopher Duschenes – February 7, 2012 – Québec City or via Webcast

Leaders in the Federal Government: The Next Generation
Kristina Brown – February 14, 2012 – Montréal or via Webcast

The New Recordkeeping Methodology of the Government of Canada
Chantal Marin-Comeau – February 16, 2012 – Ottawa or via Webcast

Coaching for Self-Discovery: Getting Ready for Your "Future Self"
Margaret da Cruz – February 29, 2012 – Toronto

March 2012

Personal Emergency Preparedness
DJ Lawrence – March 7, 2012 – Vancouver or via Webcast


Date:
January 26, 2012 | 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. (ET)
Topic:
Exploring the Benefits of Data Minimization and the Risks of Over-collection

Information technology is progressing to the point where organizations can collect virtually limitless information on citizens. Many people working in public policy may believe that this leads to better decisions and outcomes.

But what does this mean for privacy? Is more information always better? This armchair discussion will explore the risks of excessive collecting, including misuse and data breaches that can harm individuals and erode trust. Participants will also look at ways to identify and mitigate privacy risks within the context of public policy and administration.

Speakers:
Sue Lajoie, Director General, Privacy Act Investigations, Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada

Lindsay Scotton, Manager, Privacy Impact Assessment Review, Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada

Language:
Bilingual
Location:
Académie De-La-Salle, 373 Sussex Drive (Guigues Avenue entrance), Ottawa, Ontario or via Webcast
Audience:
This activity is open to all federal public servants.
Registration:
January 26, on-site discussion in Ottawa External link | January 26Webcast External link

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Date:
February 7, 2012 | 10:30 a.m. to to 11:30 a.m. (ET)
Topic:
Discover Canada's Inuit

National and international interest in the Arctic is increasing. Come and learn about Canada's main Arctic inhabitants, the Inuit. Get a glimpse into their politics, demographics, language, culture and relationship with the federal government via this interactive presentation and discussion.

Speaker:
Christopher Duschenes, Executive Director, Inuit Relations Secretariat, Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada
Language:
French
Location:
René-Nicolas Levasseur Building, 94 Dalhousie Street, Québec City, Quebec or via Webcast
Audience:
This activity is open to all federal public servants.
Registration:

Date:
February 14, 2012 | 12:05 p.m. to 12:50 p.m. (ET)
Topic:
Leaders in the Federal Government: The Next Generation

As young public servants, members of the national Federal Youth Network (FYN) play an important role in enabling leadership and professional development and encouraging public servants to manage their own careers by diversifying their experience and enhancing their competencies. At this Armchair Discussion, National Coordinator, Kristina Brown, will share the experiences of the network's members and explain how the network is helping to create a stronger sense of belonging and purpose for its members through tools, knowledge and connections. Join this discussion to find out more about the FYN!

Speaker:
Kristina Brown, National Coordinator, Federal Youth Network
Language:
Bilingual
Location:
Laurentides Room, 8th Floor, Guy-Favreau Complex, East Tower, 200 René-Lévesque Boulevard West, Montréal, Quebec or via Webcast
Audience:
This activity is open to all federal public servants.
Registration:

Date:
February 16, 2012 | 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. (ET)
Topic:
The New Recordkeeping Methodology of the Government of Canada

Corporate information is the Government of Canada's most valuable asset as it ensures accountability and transparency and protects the democratic rights of Canadians.

Join Chantal Marin-Comeau, Director General of Valuation and Acquisition at Library and Archives Canada, to learn how the new recordkeeping methodology can simplify information management and help you prepare your organization to be compliant with the Directive on Recordkeeping.

In this Armchair Discussion, you will receive an overview of the recordkeeping methodology, examine lessons learned from departments who were involved in the development of the new methodology and were the first to use it, and learn about the next steps for deploying the recordkeeping methodology across the Government of Canada.

Speaker:
Chantal Marin-Comeau, Director General, Valuation and Acquisition, Library and Archives Canada
Language:
Bilingual
Location:
Académie De-La-Salle, 373 Sussex Drive (Guigues Avenue entrance), Ottawa, Ontario or via Webcast
Audience:
This activity is open to all federal public servants.
Registration:
February 16, on-site discussion inOttawa External link | February 26Webcast External link

Please ensure that you have your MyAccount login name and password on hand before registering. If you do not have an account, please contact the Client Contact Centre at 1-866-703-9598 or info@csps-efpc.gc.ca.


Date:
February 29, 2012 | 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (ET)
Topic:
Coaching for Self-Discovery: Getting Ready for Your "Future Self"

We are all responsible and capable of creating our own success. The possibilities lie within each of us.

Self-discovery is an empowering process that leads to greater self-knowledge: principles, values, purpose. This coaching session will assist you in finding the inner strength and confidence to start designing "what's next" in your life.

With personal reflection exercises and group discussions, this session will help you develop greater self-awareness and confidence.

Speaker:
Margaret da Cruz, Certified Coach and Manager of Learning Programs, Canada School of Public Service (Ontario Region)
Language:
English
Location:
3rd Floor Auditorium, 4900 Yonge Street, Toronto, Ontario
Audience:
This activity is open to all federal public servants.
Registration:

Date:
March 7, 2012 | 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (PT)
Topic:
Personal Emergency Preparedness

Emergencies and disasters can happen with little or no warning. Being prepared could save your life or the lives of others and significantly improve your quality of living in the aftermath.

This Armchair Discussion on personal emergency preparedness will teach you and your family to be prepared for any type of emergency or disaster you may face. You will learn how to develop a family emergency plan, perform a "home hazard hunt", determine what infrastructure will still be operational and reconnect with your family after an event.

Personal Emergency Preparedness is part of the City of Vancouver's Neighbourhood Emergency Preparedness Program and is designed to inform and empower the citizens.

Speaker:
DJ Lawrence, Regional Security Officer and Acting Emergency Services Advisor, Fisheries and Oceans Canada and Neighbourhood Emergency Preparedness Program Instructor
Language:
English
Location:
500 - 757 West Hastings St., Vancouver, British Columbia or via Webcast
Audience:
This activity is open to all federal public servants.
Registration:

To obtain information about Armchair Discussions, please write to discussions@csps-efpc.gc.ca.

Past Armchair Discussions

Past Armchair Discussions are available in DVD or VHS format on-demand (registration required) or through interlibrary departmental loans.

Please Note: All presentation materials have been made available at the discretion of the speakers. The views expressed during the presentations are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Canada School of Public Service. All presentations are filmed for archival purposes.