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2024 Forum on the Workplace
2024 Forum on the Workplace
RPIC hosted the 2024 Forum on the Workplace on October 22nd, 2024, as a hybrid event at the Shaw Centre in Ottawa and online. The 1-day event offered workplace training and national networking, held alongside the 2024 Real Property National Workshop. The 2024 theme was "Journey."
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James Berard
Business Analyst, Horizant
Mark Quinlan
Senior Assistant Deputy Minister, Public Service and Procurement Canada
Nick Liko
Technical Sales Engineer, Horizant
Session Description
Opening KeynoteMark Quinlan, Senior Assistant Deputy Minister of Real Property Services, Public Services and Procurement Canada, joins us to kick off the opening keynote for this years Forum on the Workplace. In this address, Mark will set the stage for an insight full discussion on the challenges associated with a very ambitious workplan given to the Real Property Services. Drawing from his extensive expertise, Mark will present his vision that will impact not only the workplace, but also the communities in which we are working from. Join us to gain a deeper understanding of the role he’s playing on delivering…
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Lisa Foody
Program Director, BGIS
Nick Xenos
Executive Director, Treasury Board Secretariat – Centre for Greening Government
Sonia Powell
Director General, Accommodation Management and Workplace Solutions
Stephanie Westover
Director Business Development – Government, Global Furniture Group
Session Description
A panel-based session exploring the various aspects of fit up projects by leveraging experience and knowledge from various sectors.The federal Government has put a priority on Greening initiatives, we have made great strides in the past and these initiatives have been engrained into the work practices. In order to achieve the current ambitious targets, we need to be bolder.Join us on learning how Education and information can be the driving force in helping achieve the outcome.
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Graham Wong
Founder & CEO, LAUFT
Session Description
In an era where hybrid work is redefining how we live and work, Graham Wong and the team at LAUFT are leading the charge with a cutting-edge “space-as-a-service” model to be available to the Government of Canada by the end of the year. Founded in 2017 with a mission to rebuild the space between work and life, LAUFT provides employees and organizations with flexible, on-demand workspace solutions designed to optimize productivity, collaboration, and convenience. In his talk, Graham will share the story of LAUFT’s mission and dynamic and scalable platform which will soon be part of the future of government …
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Melayna Simister
A/Chief Interior Designer, Workplace Strategy and Interior Design, Public Services and Procurement Canada
Session Description
In the face of rapidly changing global workplace dynamics, the importance of seamlessly integrating workplace design with technology has become a key consideration for organizations seeking to optimize their real property assets. By leveraging the latest research on hybrid collaboration and technological advancements, organizations can drive workplace transformations that encourage purposeful interaction, promoting a culture of inclusivity and strengthening employee engagement. Join us to learn how technology-driven and inclusive design strategies can enhance portfolio renewal and promote an equitable workplace experience.
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Duncan Retson
Assistant Deputy Minister, Science & Parliamentary Infrastructure, Public Services and Procurement Canada
Fiona Boey
Technical Director, PSPC – SPIB
Session Description
This session explores Science Office Accommodations (SOA) – Laboratories Canada’s approach to workspace design solutions for federal science infrastructure, which supports emerging work cultures and emphasizes the fostering of research excellence. SOA builds on GC Workplace principles as its foundation and focuses on activity-based work, creating adaptable, flexible spaces that align with operational stewardship while meeting a broad range of needs for scientists.
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Richard Gagnon
Directeur corporatif – Services publiques et approvisionnement Canada
Martine Renaud
Workplace Change Manager, Public Services and Procurement Canada
Session Description
Richard and Martine, share their experiences supporting the department of Public Services and Procurement Canada as they adapted a hybrid work mode following the pandemic, and societal changes affecting the department. A story of space, people, wins, and lessons.
Speakers
Chantal Bemeur
Manager, Change Management National Centre of Expertise, Accommodation Management and Workplace Solutions, Public Services and Procurement Canada
Chris Konski
SRA, Change Management, PSPC Western Region
Session Description
The Government of Canada aims to optimize its office space portfolio and explore new workplace solutions, such as the co-location of general-purpose space by two or more organizations. This concept puts forward the sharing of workspaces, including collaboration areas, kitchenettes, some office equipment, etc., without physical partitions between sharing organizations. Various administrative processes need to be reviewed, and a different approach to workspace management and maintenance needs to be rethought and redesigned. The employees of co-located organizations will also have to learn to use workspaces differently and adapt to different organizational cultures. As
these changes affect employees, managers and senior …
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Nicolas du Prey
Manager, Strategic Analysis, Public Services and Procurement Canada
Session Description
Lessons learned from applying the coworking model to classified work. This talk will cover an ongoing interdepartmental pilot of GCcoworking secure with a particular focus on the administrative / governance considerations for GCcoworking Secure.
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Craig Ginther
Senior Manager, Ottawa Public Library
Mario Gasparetti
Project Director, Real Property Branch | Directeur de projet, Direction générale des Biens immobiliers, Library and Archives Canada / Government of Canada | Bibliothà̈que et Archives Canada / Gouvernement du Canada
Tara Blasioli
Manager, Ādisōke, City of Ottawa
Session Description
Set to open in 2026, Ādisōke, the new Ottawa Public Library – Library and Archives Canada joint facility, will be a modern, welcoming and inclusive facility where people will come together to connect, learn, experience and create. Ādisōke represents the coming together of a central library and a national library and national archives: the building will serve as Ottawa Public Library’s Central Branch, as well as the main location for Library and Archives Canada’s in-person public services and programs within the National Capital Region. Join us for an engaging exploration of the design and goals of Ādisōke. We will examine …
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Don Crichton
Senior Vice President, Strategic Advisory, BGIS
Session Description
More than any time in the history of the office, creating and sustaining a vibrant, healthy, people centric workplace experience is vital to the success of your office strategy. We will take a deep dive look at influential factors, employee priorities and practical solutions you can implement today.
