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Anil Arora
Former Chief Statistician of Canada
Anil Arora has dedicated his professional career to partnering with the business sector, academia, internationally and with all three levels of government, building a culture of innovation, successfully delivering complex and transformational digital solutions, strengthened consumer and citizen trust, and increased organizational relevance and impact. Anil was appointed as the Chief Statistician of Canada in September 2016, overseeing the country’s preeminent data agency, where he led modernizing its digital governance, technical and data infrastructure. He co-authored and helped steer the Government of Canada’s data strategy.
With significant experience in the private and public sectors, as well as leading influential international forums in the OECD and the United Nations, Anil has helped shape the data and digital landscape domestically and globally. He currently provides consultative services globally with the World Bank, helping countries build robust data and digital strategies. Anil has advised CEOs, prime ministers, cabinet ministers, premiers, deputy ministers, and led business missions internationally. Anil has authored several papers, is a regular keynote speaker and lecturer, and a sought-after thought leader. He is an adjunct lecturer at Harvard Kennedy School, teaching digital governance and leadership in the public sector.
Deeanne Compton
Threads of Life Community Engagement Volunteer
Deeanne is a dynamic leader dedicated to cultivating strong, safety-conscious teams. Residing in Southeast Saskatchewan she has a diverse background in health and safety, emergency response and heavy industrial construction sectors. Her unwavering commitment to safety ownership and accountability shines through as she guides leaders on the path of respect and trust. Naturally inspiring, Deanne continues to coach and educate young workers throughout her industry promoting safety ownership and accountability in every aspect of her life.
In 2007, Deeanne was summoned to an emergency call on her project site that would forever change the lives of the family involved in the workplace tragedy, the project teams and contractors on site. This unfortunate tragedy prompted a career change and the need to share her experience.
Jill Heinerth
Cave Diver, Underwater Explorer, Photographer, Author
Jill Heinerth is one of the world’s premier underwater explorers, and the first person to dive inside iceberg caves. According to filmmaker James Cameron, “More people have walked on the moon than have been to some of the places Jill Heinerth has gone right here on earth.”
An acclaimed polar explorer, cave diver, author, speaker, filmmaker and climate advocate, Jill is the first Explorer-in-Residence of the Royal Canadian Geographical Society. She is the inaugural recipient of the Sir Christopher Ondaatje Medal for Exploration and Canada’s Polar Medal.
Jill leads expeditions into extreme environments to advance scientific and geographic knowledge. Her projects have been broadcast on the CBC, BBC, PBS, Discovery Channel and television networks worldwide. Jill is the recipient of the William Beebe Award from the Explorer’s Club and was inducted into the International Scuba Divers Hall of Fame in 2020.
Her bestselling book INTO THE PLANET – My Life as a Cave Diver has drawn acclaim from the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, NPR and O Magazine. Heinerth details her journey into the extreme world of underwater cave exploration, where she has had to overcome fear in order to go where no one has gone before.
John Agioritis
Partner, MLT Aikins
John Agioritis provides trusted advice and counsel to corporate clients and individuals navigating their way through various types of emergencies, crises and incident response, including workplace safety incidents and environmental matters. He is an experienced litigator that represents corporations and entities of all sizes in sensitive, complex and high-stakes regulatory investigations, trials and appeals. He also provides pro-active advice on compliance programs and due diligence measures designed to meet and exceed regulatory obligations under a number of federal and provincial statutes. John is a frequent speaker and commentator on matters of occupational health and safety, labour law and policy.
Marion Waysome-McIntyre
Health Promotion Practitioner, Saskatchewan Cancer Agency
Marion Waysome McIntyre is an experienced health promotion professional, holding a Master of Public Health in Health Promotion and Education. Over the past 15 years, she has dedicated her career to fostering healthier communities through education, advocacy, and program development. Marion is passionate about empowering individuals to make informed health choices and driving population-level change through evidence-based initiatives that protect public health.
Currently, she works with the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency, where she coordinates the Sun Smart Saskatchewan Coalition. This coalition aims to reduce the incidence of skin cancer in Saskatchewan by utilizing local evidence and best practices from around the world. Their efforts focus on educating, inspiring, and supporting communities and groups to promote sun-safe behaviors and create environments that protect against UV radiation.
Lauren Fraess
Health Promotion Practitioner, Saskatchewan Cancer Agency
Lauren Fraess is a 4th-year medical student at the University of Saskatchewan with a background as a Registered Nurse. Passionate about sun safety and skin cancer prevention, Lauren is dedicated to raising awareness, particularly in rural and remote Saskatchewan communities. With her combined experience in healthcare and sun safety education, Lauren works to empower individuals with the knowledge and tools to protect their skin from harmful UV radiation. She is committed to helping reduce the incidence of skin cancer through accessible and effective preventative initiatives.
Alex Anderson Callbeck
Canadian Mental Health Association Battlefords, Peer Support Worker
Alex is a psychology graduate from the University of Manitoba. Beginning her career as a lifeguard, she later found her passion in the mental health and social service sectors. With experience in these fields and her own lived experience with mental health challenges, she is committed to advocating for mental health awareness and providing compassionate support. Originally from North Battleford, Alex aims to leverage her education and insights to positively impact individuals facing mental health challenges in our communities.
Ben Snyman
CEO and Co-Founder AuditSoft
Ben Snyman is CEO and Co-founder of AuditSoft, the industry leader in digital audit and compliance solutions. Under his leadership, AuditSoft has transformed auditing through automation and data-driven insights, enhancing efficiency, compliance, and workplace safety. Partnered with associations across Canada, AuditSoft provides powerful tools that deliver trusted data to help organizations mitigate risk, prevent incidents and safeguard lives. Today, over 6,500 COR® audits are conducted annually using AuditSoft.
A qualified attorney with a B.Comm, LLB, and MBA, Ben has over 30 years of expertise in legal, operational and regulatory risk management. A recognized authority in contractor prequalification and OHS compliance, he has founded multiple companies, pioneering industry-leading solutions that strengthen due diligence and risk mitigation.
A frequent speaker and thought leader on OHS regulations, risk management, and compliance technology, Ben is dedicated to advancing health, safety and sustainability standards. Through AuditSoft, he continues to set the benchmark for secure, reliable and defensible assessments, helping organizations achieve regulatory excellence and protect their workforce.