Founded in 1988, we are a uniquely Canadian, independent ethics centre. We are dedicated to promoting and maintaining an ethical orientation and culture in Canadian organizations.
Our mission is to champion the application of ethical values in the decision-making process of business and other organizations.
We operate in a non-judgmental and inclusive way to explore and promote the positive role of ethical decision making. We serve as a forum and catalyst for constructive discussion and debate.
Through awareness-raising, learning, and networking opportunities, The Ethics Centre brokers partnerships, fosters understanding, identifies best practices and helps develop ethically-based leadership for today’s organizations.
We present stimulating presentations as part of our widely acclaimed luncheon speaker”s series as well as hosting relevant seminars and conferences featuring some of Canada s most distinguished speakers on issues of organizational ethics.
Our newsletter management ethics, containing some of the most thought provoking articles on ethics, corporate governance and corporate responsibility, is published quarterly and distributed to a readership across Canada and around the world.
We maintain a website complete with links, speeches, articles and other resources about ethics and corporate policy.
We host roundtables and senior management workshops where business leaders, ethics practitioners and others can share their perspective and views on ethical issues and dilemmas.
We help put people together to solve ethical problems and provide a home for organizations to tackle various aspects of ethical decision-making.
We offer a roster of leading experts available to speak on ethical issues and government conferences and provide details on some of the latest research on ethics and corporate responsibility.
DIRECTOR, TED ROGERS LEADERSHIP CENTRE AND ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, TORONTO METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY
Chris MacDonald is Director of the Ted Rogers Leadership Centre and Associate Professor at Toronto Metropolitan University’s Ted Rogers School of Management. He has a PhD in Philosophy from University of British Columbia. He is a consultant and keynote speaker, and is co-author of the Concise Encyclopedia of Business Ethics. Recent scholarly projects include work of the impact of ethics certifications on small businesses, and an examination of the knowledge-processing obligations of corporate boards.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, CANADIAN CONDOMINIUM INSTITUTE
Laura Pacheco is currently the Executive Director of Canadian Condominium Institute (CCI) and an active volunteer member in a number of organizations including Board Member and Programme Committee Member at the Ethics Centre (Canadian Centre for Ethics and Corporate Policy), Program Advisory Committee Member (School of Business, Accounting Program) at Centennial College, Member and past Board Member of the Canadian Association of Women Executives and Entrepreneurs (CAWEE). More recently, as a result of COVID19, she volunteers at the Bloor West Food Bank operating as the Loaves and Fishes Food Bank.
Laura is a business and finance leader with an established foundation in finance, and deep understanding in marketing operations, project management and market research. Laura earned her MBA from Dalhousie University and holds the CPA designation. A lifelong learner, Laura recently completed her Diploma in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) /Sustainability from the University of St Michael’s College at the University of Toronto. Laura has a strong sense of social responsibility and community engagement.
Paula Bernardino is a Strategic Communication Management Professional (SCMP) with 20 years of experience. She has an expertise in strategic corporate communications and public relations acquired while working for large global corporations and not-for-profit organizations, specializing in Corporate Responsibility since 2014. Paula is currently a course lecturer at McGill University in the Public Relations program. She is also an instructor at the University of Ottawa’s Professional Development Institute in the Communication and Marketing program. Paula joined the board of Desjardins Insurance in 2021. She is also a board member of the Montreal-based Caisse Desjardins Portugaise since 2009 where she was nominated President in 2022. She had previously led the Ethics, Cooperation and Governance committee and acted as Board Secretary and Vice President. She completed the Institute of Corporate Directors’s Directors Education Program in Montreal in November 2024.
GOVERNMENT RELATIONS STRATEGIST
Jason Arruda is an internationally experienced policy advisor and government relations professional with a proven track record in developing relationships that produce results. With over 15 years of experience, Jason has worked in diverse areas such as intergovernmental relations, economic development, international trade, and business scale-up and growth. In addition to the EthicsCentre, Jason is also on the board of the Federation of Portuguese Canadian Business and Professionals, a Movember fundraiser, and on a number of local economic and advocacy committees in Greater Victoria.
SENIOR MANAGER, NUVEI
With over 13 years of international experience, Mohit Bagga is a global HR leader specializing in Rewards Strategy across North America, EMEA, APAC, and LATAM. He currently serves as Senior Manager, Total Rewards at Nuvei and has led rewards strategies, along with supporting M&As, at organizations such as Banyan Software, TouchBistro, and SkipTheDishes. Earlier in his career, he led business transformation initiatives supporting the rapid growth of several FinTech organizations in South Asia.
A Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) and Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Mohit is committed to fostering fairness, transparency, diversity, and ethical governance in people practices. He is passionate about creating inclusive workplaces where differences are valued and respected. He brings a strategic yet pragmatic approach to aligning people strategies with organizational values, culture, and ethical leadership.
SENIOR DIRECTOR, EDI, MAPLE LEAF SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Angela White is Senior Director, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion at Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment with leadership responsibility for the Corporate EDI center of expertise, advancing the organization’s commitment to create an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace culture.
Angela and her team collaborate with key stakeholders taking a four pronged approach to achieve EDI commitments, increasing enterprise-wide accountability for integrating EDI into business priorities and KPIs; implementing inclusive policies and practices; empowering employee inclusion groups with the resources to drive engagement and building strategic partnerships with community, industry experts and advisors, sharing insight and perspective, and strengthening the organization’s role as an EDI thought leader.
Prior to this role, over her 18-year career with RBC, Angela held multiple sales leadership and strategy positions, responsible for the design and operational effectiveness of sales and service teams and for implementing effective diversity strategies and programs that interrupt bias, elevate cultural competency, and cultivate belonging.
In support of her strong commitment to inclusion, Angela is an EDI advisor and consultant, active on many roundtables including the Women’s Executive Network, Global Alliance of Inclusive Leadership Forum; Deloitte DEI Executive Leadership Forum and Accelerate Her Future Advisory Group. Angela is also an avid mentor giving of her time to empower and prepare underrepresented youth to navigate their careers.
CEO, THE OPENING DOOR AND FOUNDER, THE NEW FACE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
Rose Genele is a dynamic entrepreneur who is passionate about driving business growth through innovation and strategy. With years of experience in the tech industry, Rose has developed a reputation as an AI transformationalist with a penchant for data, ethics, and futures-forward thinking.
As CEO of The Opening Door, Rose specializes in automation and artificial intelligence (AI) integration for enterprise clients across sectors. Her expertise in responsible AI has helped numerous companies develop efficiencies across their operations, sales and marketing, and customer experiences with custom AI solutions, and agentic workflows.
In addition to her work at The Opening Door, Rose is also the founder of The New Face of Artificial Intelligence, a division on social impact organization The New Face of Inclusion, providing AI education, career support, and community to non-technical professionals interested in AI safety, governance, and ethics.
Rose is a Toronto Metropolitan University, Ted Rogers School of Management alumnus, and majored in Law and Business.
VICE PRESIDENT, BUSINESS CONDUCT & INVESTIGATIONS, WSP
Ryan is Vice President, Business Conduct & Investigations at WSP Global, a leading professional services firm specializing in engineering and consulting. A lawyer by background known for his pragmatic and collaborative approach, Ryan has broad experience across multiple industries in developing and leading programs designed to effectively manage employee misconduct. In his role Ryan works closely with WSP’s Ethics & Integrity and Human Resources teams to promote a culture of accountability and ethical leadership. His experience and values align strongly with the mission of the Canadian Centre for Ethics & Corporate Policy.
CEO, LIBERTY HOLDINGS INC
Sam is a seasoned financial executive with deep expertise in corporate finance, risk management, and business transformation. With leadership roles at CPP Investments, Ensurex Corp, and CIBC, Sam has demonstrated an exceptional ability to drive strategic growth, enhance operational efficiency, and deliver sustained financial success. Known for his collaborative leadership and innovative thinking, he has led multi-million-dollar cost transformations, spearheaded digital innovations, and fostered cross-functional collaboration to achieve measurable and sustainable results.
GENERAL MANAGER & VICE-PRESIDENT, DOMAN BUILDING MATERIALS
Al D’Addese is a highly accomplished sales and marketing executive with over three decades of leadership experience driving growth for global consumer and building materials brands. His extensive career includes senior roles such as Vice President of Sales at Weber-Stephen Canada, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at CertainTeed Building Materials, and Director of Sales at Henkel Consumer Adhesives Canada. He has led transformational and strategic change initiatives that have driven growth, innovation, and long-term organizational success. Currently serving as General Manager for Doman Building Materials, he continues to leverage his expertise to drive operational excellence, customer engagement, and profitability.
Al’s professional accomplishments are matched by his deep commitment to education and community service. He holds an MBA from Wilfrid Laurier University and has shared his knowledge as a professor at Humber College’s Longo Faculty of Business, teaching courses in Global Marketing Strategy, Advertising, and Professional Selling.
Dedicated to strengthening organizations through leadership, Al has served on the boards and finance committees of several not-for-profit and sports organizations, including Variety Children’s Charities, the Ontario Soccer Association, Athletics Ontario, the Oakville Soccer Club, and the Toronto High Park Football Club. In each of these roles, he has applied his expertise in finance, strategy, and organizational leadership to strengthen governance, enhance performance, and advance the mission of each organization.
CEO, REAL ESTATE INSTITUTE OF CANADA
With over 25 years of experience as a senior executive, Don has dedicated his career to founding, building, and leading organizations through transformative journeys. As the CEO of the Real Estate Institute of Canada, he brings this expertise to the forefront of the real estate profession, championing innovation, education, and ethical leadership. His passion lies in professional and business development, and he’s had the privilege of advising leaders and boards of charities and non-profit organizations to better serve communities and individuals. As a serial entrepreneur, impact investor, board director, and advocate for positive change, Don strives to create lasting impact wherever he goes.
FOUNDER, FelbarrsHR
Barrie is a Human Resources Executive and Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) with over 20 years of strategic experience leading transformation. Known for his collaborative leadership and hands-on pragmatic approach, Barrie helps organizations build ethical, inclusive high-performing cultures.
As the founder of FelbarrsHR Barrie and his team provide strategic advisory and hands on services across Finance, Manufacturing, and Not-For-Profit sectors.
Previously, Barrie served as Vice President of Human Resources – Health & Safety, at Global Furniture Group and CHRO for Cinram International. He also held a senior leadership position with O&Y Enterprise and The CAAT Pension Plan .
He holds an MBA and an Honours Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Windsor, as well as Bachelor of Arts from York University. He is an Accredited Workplace Investigator and a skilled Alternative Dispute Resolution Mediator.
Deeply committed to community and professional development, Barrie has served with the Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA) Toronto Chapter Board, has volunteered with H.O.P.E. Charity (Helping Other People Everywhere), Bernard Betel Center and B’nai Brith.
A respected strategic advisor and governance leader, he has been recognized for building strong management partnerships and fostering trust and team work. He has a long-standing commitment to advancing people-centered, purpose-driven ethical organizations.
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