2021 Conference: Ripples of Action

 
 

Thinking Statistically in a Polarized World | Adam Kashlak

In an increasingly polarized world, perhaps the best lesson we can learn from mathematics, statistics, and data science is that there is no 100% right or wrong answer. By looking at numbers and data calmly and methodically, we can try to overcome our instinctive polarized thoughts and behaviour.


How Community can Heat a Winter City | Christian Felske

Learn about Edmonton's presence in the field of Renewable Energy and how it is creating an example for the entire world.


Pharmacists in Emergencies: The Middle Child | Kaitlyn Watson

Reflect on how pharmacists have continued to be there for their communities during previous disasters and how they act as a community anchor and a healthcare profession you trust during crisis.


Life lessons from innovators changing the sex industry | Madeline Toubiana

Madeline Toubiana shares stories from innovators in the sex industry, and outlines a tool kit of lessons she learnt from these innovators on how to build a radically different relationship with our bodies.


My Birth Certificate is a Lie | Victoria Tapankov

Donor conceived people are people just like you and me, and have the same desire to know where they came from.