Deloitte Canada Insights
By Deloitte & Touche LLP (Canada)
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Podcast Description
Deloitte Canada Insights is a complimentary audio newsmagazine that explores important business issues of the day. From regulatory compliance to in-depth analysis of specific industries, our practitioners offer their unique perspectives on the issues that affect businesses today.
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International Womens Day: Equal rights, equal opportunities, progress for all | International Womens Day is a time to reflect on the role of women leaders in Canada. What progress have we made? What challenges exist? Get the inside scoop with Deborah Gillis, Vice-President, North America of Catalyst. Joining her is Jane Allen, Deloitte Canadas Chief Diversity Officer and a partner at Deloitte. (14 minutes) | 3/8/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Meet a new Best Managed company: United Van Lines | What does it mean to become a member of the elite group that comprises Canadas 50 Best Managed Companies? How can a private company tap into the community of business leaders to learn best practices and network with peers? Learn about the experience first-hand as we talk to Anne Martin, president of United Van Lines Canada Ltd., a new Best Managed company. (15 minutes) | 2/16/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Que nous réserve le domaine des technologies? Prédictions TMT 2010 | Où se situent les possibilités de croissance explosive dans le secteur des technologies, médias et télécommunications au Canada? Quels secteurs sont les plus lents? Quels appareils gagneront en popularité? Soyez à lécoute lorsque Robert Nardi, leader du groupe Technologies, médias et télécommunications (TMT) à Montréal, analysera certaines des principales tendances et leurs conséquences pour les acteurs des secteurs des TMT au Canada. (11 minutes) | 1/27/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Whats ahead for tech? TMT Predictions 2010 | Where are the pockets of explosive growth in Canadas technology, media and telecommunications (TMT) sectors? Which areas will endure lacklustre growth? Which devices will soar in popularity? Tune in as Duncan Stewart, director of Deloitte Canada Research and a co-author of the TMT Predictions reports, delves into some of the key trends and their implications for players in Canadas TMT sectors. (17 minutes) | 1/27/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Safe to move: Raising the bar for food safety | With increased globalization, public awareness, media scrutiny, and changing government regulations, food safety has become a hot-button issue for consumers and industry alike. Critical cases of food contamination are forcing a closer look at the food and beverage industry, from the farm to the shelf. This podcast examines the issue of food safety and provides a comprehensive approach to help companies manage food safety risks. (19 minutes) | 12/11/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Key trends in accounting and financial reporting | The business world has changed dramatically and with it, the accounting world. At the height of the global financial crisis, accounting practices such as mark-to-market and fair value accounting entered the spotlight in an unprecedented way. Now, as the economies of the world recover, accounting issues and regulatory standards remain top of mind. What are the implications of global trends in accounting? Are we moving toward a single global financial reporting standard? What will it mean for your company? (24 minutes) | 11/3/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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M&A opportunities in the oil patch: Whats different this time? | Is M&A activity heating up in the oil patch? With capital and equity markets reopening and commodity prices stabilizing, mergers and acquisitions are expected to make a comeback. Against the backdrop of the economic downturn, what are the greatest risks for oil and gas companies considering a transaction? (19 minutes) | 10/16/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Les innovations vertes ouvrent la voie : faites la connaissance de la grande lauréate du Fast 50 cette année | Apprenez à connaître ProSep, lentreprise no 1 du programme Technologie Fast 50MC de Deloitte. Écoutez la balado pour découvrir comment ProSep a décroché la première place. Sachez ce que la liste des entreprises primées cette année révèle sur la direction que prend le secteur de la technologie. | 10/9/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Green innovations lead the way: Meet this years Fast 50 winner | The Deloitte Technology Fast 50, Canadas leading technology awards program, ranks companies based on their five-year revenue growth. Listen to our interview with Jacques Drouin, the head of ProSep Inc., the No. 1 ranked company for 2009. | 10/9/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Vision, passion, achievement: A Best Managed case study | How do you go from being a good, profitable private company to being best in class? Get involved with Canadas 50 Best Managed Companies program. For 17 years, the countrys pre-eminent business awards program has been recognizing strong businesses and fostering their continued success. In this episode, we talk to two executives from Lakeside Process Controls, a company that didnt win the first year it applied. But it recognized the value of getting in the game. And in 2008, Lakeside became a Platinum Club member for winning the Best Managed designation seven years in a row.(11 minutes) | 6/26/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Raising capital in tight credit markets | Robert Olsen, North American leader of the Capital Advisory practice, and Russell David, national leader of the Corporate Finance practice, discuss the state of capital financing in Canada. Learn how companies can ensure that their capital requirements are adequately addressed, despite tight credit markets. (18 minutes) | 2/13/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Public sector challenges: Managing in volatile times | The Honourable Pierre S. Pettigrew, Deloittes executive advisor on international affairs, and Paul Macmillan, national leader of the Public Sector practice, discuss the challenges of governing in volatile times. What can governments do to boost a faltering economy? Is infrastructure spending a viable option? What other policy instruments should governments consider? (17 minutes) | 12/10/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Mission critical IT: Managing in volatile times | In this special edition of Deloitte Canada Insights, Paul Held discusses the role of information technology in an economic slowdown. How can technology leaders assess which IT projects are mission critical? How can they ensure IT is delivering value to the business? And how can they get more value from technology partners? (14 minutes) | 12/5/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Turnaround strategies: Managing in volatile times | Ramesh Swamy and Bryan Tannenbaum of Deloittes Financial Advisory practice discuss response strategies for distressed companies in this special edition podcast. Learn about the three stages of distress, the response strategies that apply to each, and key tactics for preserving cash in turbulent times. (16 minutes) | 12/1/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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CFO debates: A practical approach to decision-making | Doug Wilkinson, national leader of the Control Assurance practice, and Steve McCaughey, national leader of the Finance and Performance Management practice, set the context for todays critical CFO challenges and debate some of the key decisions CFOs face. Weigh both sides of the debates and make the right decisions for your company. (19 minutes) | 11/26/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Agribusiness in Canada: It is a growing concern | Peter Barr, leader of the agriculture practice, and Paul van Eyk, a Financial Advisory partner specializing in crisis management, discuss the challenges facing Canada's agri-food industry, from spikes in commodity prices to global food shortages to financial viability. Learn how agricultural producers from growers to fisheries to food processors can face these challenges head-on.(22 minutes) | 10/27/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Green supply chain management: Opportunity today, imperative tomorrow | Valerie Chort, leader of Deloitte's Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability practice in Canada, and Stephen Brown, a partner with the Supply Chain practice, discuss the key benefits and challenges of 'greener' supply chains. Discover how leading companies are making their supply chains more sustainable and how you can get started. (20 minutes) | 8/22/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Succession planning: Ignore at your own risk | Harley Mintz draws on 30 years of experience in serving private companies to talk about the importance of good succession planning. Learn about the main disposition strategies, the role of tax planning, and the key to executing a successful family transfer. (19 minutes) | 7/3/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The future of manufacturing in Canada | Deloitte's Luc Martin and Jayson Myers, president of Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters, discuss the key challenges and competitive advantages of Canada's manufacturers. Learn about the weakest link in manufacturing value chain, and what Canadian manufacturers can do to boost their competitive edge. (24 minutes) | 6/18/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Breathing lessons for CFOs: How today's CFOs can find time to do it all | Steve McCaughey and Doug Wilkinson explore why many of today's chief financial officers are struggling to keep their heads above water. Discover the many roles that CFOs must fulfill, how they can find time to do it all and ultimately, add value in their organizations. | 5/16/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Contents under pressure: Protect your company from market volatility | Ryan Brain and Russell David discuss the many external and internal forces that are putting pressure on companies and on their bottom lines. Learn how your business can prepare itself to respond more effectively and alleviate the pressure. | 4/10/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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What it takes to be the best: Lessons from Canada's Best Managed Companies | John Hughes and Mike Goodfellow of Canada's 50 Best Managed awards program explore the characteristics of award-winning private companies. Discover how to take your company from good to better to best. | 3/13/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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2008 Canadian technology, media and telecommunications trends | John Ruffolo and Duncan Stewart of Deloitte's Technology, Media & Telecommunications industry group discuss emerging trends in 2008. Discover the key TMT trends for Canada, and how they may impact your business. | 2/27/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Venture capital in Canada: An industry in crisis | John Ruffolo, Deloitte's Technology, Media & Telecommunications leader, examines the crisis in Canada's venture capital industry. Learn about the surprising results of Deloitte's global VC survey, and the tax barriers impeding foreign VCs from investing in Canada's tech companies. | 12/20/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Developing the oil sands: Exploring the producers' dilemma | Dick Cooper and Brant Sangster examine the dilemma facing today's oil sands producers: how to forge ahead in a booming industry. Learn about the most likely outcomes of current development, and how producers can influence the evolution of the industry. (20 minutes) | 12/10/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Addressing climate change: Strategies for sustainability | Valerie Chort and Pat Concessi examine how increasing awareness of climate change is impacting companies in every industry. Discover how companies can respond to rising expectations from stakeholders and strengthen their climate change strategy. 20 minutes | 10/24/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Intellectual property theft: Not if, but when | Bob Low and Dave Stewart discuss why companies need to understand the value of their intellectual property. Learn how to reduce the risk of intellectual property theft, and how to respond if it happens to your company. 25 minutes | 9/17/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Driving business performance: Bridging strategy and technology to build shareholder value | In this Deloitte Canada Insights podcast, Raymond Pineda and Patrick Stobbs examine the benefits of effective performance management. Learn how to select the right performance management tools to help you make informed business decisions. 26 minutes | 8/30/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Provinces in transition: Exploring the challenges facing today's provincial governments | Paul Macmillan, Deloitte's public sector leader in Canada, discusses the challenges facing the provincial level of government. Learn about the magnitude and scope of the issues, as well as effective strategies for a successful transition. | 6/15/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Income trusts: Facing the new realities and getting on with business | Andrew W. Dunn and Brent Houlden, co-leaders of Deloitte's Trusts and Partnerships group, examine the prevailing trends shaping the trust sector. Learn about the options available to trusts as they prepare for impending taxation in 2011. | 5/22/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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La responsabilité d'entreprise : de la stratégie à une citoyenneté engagée | À l'ère d'une plus grande transparence et des attentes accrues des intervenants, Johanne Gélinas de Deloitte explique comment une société peut rehausser son niveau de responsabilité d'entreprise. Apprenez comment attester la performance de votre société à ce chapitre, améliorer votre rapport de responsabilité et créer de la valeur économique. | 4/20/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Corporate responsibility: From strategy to good corporate citizenship | Deloitte's Valerie Chort discusses what it takes to be a responsible corporate citizen in today's climate of increased transparency and heightened stakeholder expectations. Learn how to assess your company's performance, improve your corporate responsibility report and create business value. | 4/20/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Certification for smaller companies: Same end game, different approach | Terry Hatherell discusses how smaller companies can implement a risk-based compliance program to address the requirements of CEO and CFO certification. Discover how smaller companies can take advantage of their leaner structures to achieve certification compliance. | 3/30/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Mergers and acquisitions: The art of the deal | In this Deloitte Canada Insights podcast, Charles Knight and Derek Alty discuss the forces behind today's dynamic M&A markets. Learn about key trends and discover the pitfalls to a profitable deal. | 2/28/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Technology, Media & Telecommunications Predictions for 2007: Power to the people | John Ruffolo, leader of the Technology, Media & Telecommunications practice, delves into leading industry trends in Canada. Learn how these trends may impact your business model, consumer demand and your ability to drive future growth. | 1/18/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Tips for safe online shopping: Protect yourself and your customers against online fraud | In this Deloitte Canada Insights podcast, Raj Krishnamoorthy, leader of the Security & Privacy Services group in Toronto, offers his tips on how to make online shopping safe for both consumers and online retailers. | 12/15/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Lessons from Canadian technology leaders: Spotlight on Canada's Fast 500 winners | In this Deloitte Canada Insights podcast, Deloitte's John Ruffolo examines the secrets of success behind Canada's strong showing on Deloitte's Fast 500 North America ranking. Learn how Canada's fastest-growing tech companies are driving their growth through innovation and R&D. | 11/7/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Canada's oil sands: Is it the new frontier for an oil-thirsty world? | In this Deloitte Canada Insights podcast, Deloitte's Dick Cooper takes an in-depth look at the challenges facing oil sands companies. Learn what the oil sands mean to the Canadian economy and what companies are doing to get their projects onstream. | 10/20/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Moving beyond compliance: How directors can help companies reap the rewards of good governance | In this Deloitte Canada Insights podcast, Jim Goodfellow, vice-chair and senior partner in charge of Deloitte's Corporate Governance practice, discusses how companies can turn the regulatory requirements into drivers of improved corporate governance. | 9/13/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
| Total: 39 Episodes |
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