CABC Policy Field Trip

Canadian American Business Council Tour Briefing Book Winnipeg and Churchill, Manitoba July 15-20, 2018

Welcome to the CABC’s Summer Policy Field Trip! July 15th, 2018 We are delighted that you were able to make the journey to this remarkable part of the world. Over the next four days, we will have a unique opportunity to interact with business, government, civil society, thought leaders and nature to learn about an amazing place in the Canadian sub-Arctic. On behalf of the Board of the CABC, let me thank the Provincial, Federal, Indigenous and First Nations leaders who have helped make the trip possible. We are also especially honored to be joined by the Commander of the Canadian Armed Forces Joint Task Force North as well as Premier Brian Pallister, Grand Chief Arlen Dumas and the former Governor of Vermont, Howard Dean. Thank you for joining us. I look forward to our time together. Warmly, Maryscott Greenwood CEO, Canadian American Business Council 2

Content 04 Council of State Governments overview 05 Manitoba overview 06 Winnipeg overview 08 Churchill overview 10 Delegation 11 Daily itinerary 16 Biographies 23 Key contacts 3

Council of State Governments Overview The Council of State Governments Midwestern Legislative Conference is an opportunity to reflect on the common policy interests, economic relationships, and cultural ties shared between the US states and Canadian provinces of the North American Heartland. During the conference, panelists will discuss important public policy issues, including agriculture, natural resources, education, criminal justice, and cross-border trade. The Opening Night Reception will offer the best Manitoba has to offer, with local food and drink all made in Manitoba. There will be opportunities for a guided tour of the Manitoba Legislative Building. 4

Manitoba Overview Demographics and Geography Demographics and Geography • Estimated population of 1,348,800, with approximately 778,500 in Greater Winnipeg (2016) • Next to English and French, the top 5 languages spoken are German, Tagalog, Cree, Ukrainian, and Punjabi. • Canada’s centermost province is bordered by Ontario to the east, the American states of North Dakota and Minnesota to the South, Saskatchewan to the west, and Nunavut to the north. • At 649,950 km^2 (250,945 mi^2), Manitoba is approximately the size of Texas. • Manitoba has more than 110,000 lakes, which covers 15.6 percent or 101,593 square kilometers (39,225 sq mi) of its territory Political Overview • Manitoba is governed by the Progressive Conservative Party of Manitoba, led by Premier Brian Pallister. • The Progressive Conservatives’ victory in the April 2016 election ended the New Democratic Party’s 17-year reign as the ruling party in Winnipeg. • P remier Brian Pallister has placed a focus on fiscal restraint and reducing Manitoba’s budget deficit, saying that the government has “an obligation to maintain a responsible and strong government that makes Manitobans confident that their finances are going to be more stable… that their services are going to be safer, more secure.” • Pallister’s government spurned the federal climate change accord that would have instilled a $50 charge per tonne of greenhouse gas emissions, instead planning a provincial carbon tax of $25 charge per tonne. Pallister’s government says that the tax revenue will curb Manitoba’s $25 billion debt and eventually reduce provincial sales taxes by a percentage point by 2020. • The PC’s have focused on reining in provincial spending, primarily by streamlining and consolidating Manitoba’s healthcare system. In June 2018, the PC government unveiled a new “health care blueprint” consolidating many responsibilities from five regional health care authorities into a new entity called Shared Health. Health Minister Kelvin Goertzen believes the plan will bring the province more than $60 million in savings. • Premier Pallister’s government is committed to eliminating red tape, reducing barriers to trade between jurisdictions, and working to make Manitoba open for business and investment. 5

Winnipeg Overview About Winninpeg • Located near to the longitudinal center of North America, Winnipeg is Manitoba’s largest city and the seat of the provincial government. • The city is named after the nearby Lake Winnipeg, which comes from the Western Cree word for “muddy water.” • Winnipeg was first established in 1738 as Fort Rouge, renamed in 1822 as Fort Garry, and finally incorporated as the City of Winnipeg in 1873. • The seventh largest city in Canada, Winnipeg is known as “The Gateway to the West” due to its status as a major transportation hub and diversified economy. • Winnipeg has one of the most diverse economies in Canada, with major employment in trade (15.2%), manufacturing (9.8%), education (7.7%) and healthcare and social assistance sectors (15.2%) • Winnipeg’s population represents 54.9% of Manitoba’s total population, which represents the highest population concentration in one city of any province in Canada. • The Royal Canadian Mint, which produces all the coinage circulating in Canada, as well as coins for some foreign nations, is located in Winnipeg. • In 2010, Winnipeg was named the Culture Capital of Canada by Canadian Heritage. • Winnie the Bear, a female black bear cub, was purchased in White River, Ontario by a volunteer Canadian infantryman in 1914 who was on his way to the Western Front. The soldier named the cub after his hometown of Winnipeg, and Winnie the Bear was the mascot of the Canadian Army Veterinary Corps (CAVC) during the war, eventually finding a permanent home at the London Zoo. Winnie the Bear was the inspiration for another famous bear, Christopher Robin’s Winnie-the-Pooh. • The Winnipeg Art Gallery is the oldest gallery in Western Canada and contains the world’s largest public collection of contemporary Inuit art. • In 1920, Winnipeg’s professional hockey team, the Winnipeg Falcons, represented Canada in the 1920 Olympic Games in Antwerp, and went on to win for Canada the first ever Olympic Gold Medal in ice hockey. Winnipeg’s current NHL team, the Jets, made it to the Stanley Cup Conference Finals this year, the team’s highest finish ever. • The Royal Winnipeg Ballet was the first ballet company ever to receive the royal designation from Queen Elizabeth. • The Winnipeg Zoo houses a major new “Journey to Churchill” exhibit, which includes an international center for polar bear research and care for orphaned bears. • Manitoba will celebrate its 150th anniversary in 2020. 6

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Churchill Overview About Churchill • Located in the northern reaches of Manitoba, Churchill is nestled on the west shore of Hudson Bay, a large saltwater body named after English explorer Henry Hudson, who is also the namesake of New York’s Hudson River. Henry Hudson explored the bay in 1610 during his famous search for the Northwest Passage, but his crew mutinied against him after he indicated his hope to extend their journey, leaving him, his son, and seven other passengers adrift in the bay, never to be seen again. The Hudson Bay is an inland sea connected to the Arctic Ocean and serves as the drainage basin for most of Canada, as well as being the second largest “bay” in the world, trailing only the Bay of Bengal. • Churchill is often called the “Polar Bear Capital of the World”, as hundreds of polar bears migrate to the area every summer to wait for the Hudson Bay to freeze over once again. This phenomenon has powered Churchill’s sizeable ecotourism industry, which sees over 10,000 people flocking to the area to see polar bears, beluga whales, and an estimated 270 species of bird. • Churchill is one of the top three places in the world to see the Northern Lights (aurora borealis), which can be viewed year-round, but glisten most vibrantly between January and March. • The next closest major settlement to Churchill is Thompson, located approximately 400 km to the south, while the provincial capital city of Winnipeg is approximately 1,000 km away. • In May 2017, record levels of snowfall and subsequent flooding damaged the final 250 kilometer stretch of the Hudson Bay Railway in 130 places. The company that owns the line had been trying to sell the railway well before the flood, and has since claimed the flooding as a force majeure, unforeseeable circumstances that excuse a party from fulfilling a contract. While this has turned into a business soap opera between the company, the provincial government, and Ottawa in both judicial courts and the court of public opinion, Churchill is still suffering. The railway was the only land-transportation link to the Polar Bear Capital, and vital food and supplies have had to travel by air, sea, and even specialized treaded vehicles carrying sleighs called “cat trains”. However, costs for basic goods have skyrocketed, vital tourist traffic has plummeted, and the steep price of a plane ticket is a prohibitive obstacle for many whose medical issues can’t be handled by Churchill’s local hospital. There are numerous potential suiters to purchase the rights to the railway, but any deals remain unfinalized, so Churchill will continue to endure their intense challenges as the tracks stay unrepaired. • Since before initial European settlement, Churchill and the surrounding region have been inhabited by the Cree and Chipewyan First Nation peoples. 8

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As part of the CABC’s ongoing initiative to provide opportunities for first hand experiences in strategically important locations, as well as have dialogue with key policy makers and thought leaders, we are pleased to host a trip this summer to the Hudson Bay in northern Manitoba, Canada. The trip will include dialogue with federal, provincial, tribal and other leaders on issues of the region. Site visits to the Port of Churchill, the grain elevator, and the Hudson Bay itself will provide an ideal setting to discuss arctic sovereignty, northern health policy, and see first-hand wildlife including beluga whales, and with some luck, polar bears. Delegation Nicholas Kadysh Gov’t Affairs/Public Policy Leader, GE Global Lesia M. Babiak Growth, General Electric Executive Director, Worldwide Government Affairs, Johnson & Johnson Alison LeClaire Senior Arctic Official and DG Brigadier- General Patrick Carpentier Global Affairs Canada Commander, Joint Task Force North Canadian Armed Forces Don Leitch President and CEO Governor Howard Dean, MD Business Council of Manitoba Former Governor of Vermont John Nightingale Jim Eldridge POLAR Canada and OceanWise Former clerk of Privy Council Province of Manitoba Herb Tyson Vice President, State/Local Government Relations, Pamela Fralick, MA, MPA, ICD.D International Council of Shopping Centers President, Innovative Medicines Canada Helen Vaughan-Barrieau Maryscott Greenwood, Canadian Armed Forces CEO, Canadian American Business Council Peter Jacyk, MD Metro West Family Health Organization 10

Daily Itinerary Day 1 - Sunday, July 15 Arrive Check into the Inn at the Forks 75 Forks Market Rd, Winnipeg (204) 942-6555 4:45pm Taxi to Manitoba Legislative Building, 450 Broadway 5:00-5:45pm Welcome Briefing and Overview Hon. Jim Carr, Jim Eldridge and Don Leitch Manitoba Legislative Building 5:45pm Proceed to Cabinet Room (Room 208) 6:00pm Meeting with The Honourable Brian Pallister, Premier of Manitoba and Fred Meier, Clerk of the Executive Council Manitoba Legislative Building, Cabinet Room (Room 208) 6:30pm Opening Reception 73rd Annual Council of State Governments Midwest Legislative Conference hosted by Indiana Senator Ed Charbonneau and Speaker of the Manitoba Legislative Assembly, Hon. Myrna Driedger Manitoba Legislative Building Overnight Inn at the Forks 11

Day 2 - Monday, July 16 7:00-7:45am Inn at the Forks - The River Salon Health Policy Roundtable Breakfast Discussion with Health Minister of Kelvin Goertzen, Pamela Fralick, CEO of Innovative Medicine Canada and former Governor of Vermont Howard Dean, MD, Nick Kadysh, Government Affairs and Public Policy Leader, GE, Lesia Babiak, Executive Director Government Affairs, Johnson & Johnson • In this discussion, we will have an overview of the differences between the Canadian and American healthcare systems, the particular challenges with health delivery in the north, and the current issues facing the federal and provincial governments of Canada. NOTE: please bring your bags with you to breakfast, we will be short for time getting to the flight from the second roundtable. 8:00-8:45am Roundtable with Grand Chief Arlen Dumas of the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs Inn at the Forks - The River Salon 8:45am Shuttle departs for Charter terminal at the Winnipeg Airport 10:00 Charter departs Winnipeg for Churchill 12

12:15 Arrive in Churchill, Coastal Road Tour 1:00-2:00 Lunch at Lazy Bear Lodge 2:30-4:00 Grain elevator and port tour facilitated by Jeff McEachern, Vice President Operations, Port of Churchill • The Port of Churchill is situated on the Hudson Bay, connected to the Arctic and North Atlantic Oceans. First opened for grain shipments in 1931, the port was primarily used for outgoing shipments of grain until 2016, when the Canadian Government ended the Canadian Wheat Board’s monopoly. Since 2007, the port has diversified its operations significantly, largely due to growth in Arctic mining operations and the expansion of supply ship reloading. The Port of Churchill is the only port of its size and scope in Canada that does not connect to the Canadian road system, as all goods shipped overland must travel to the port by railway. 4:00-6:00 Downtime 6:30 - 8:30 Dinner Dialogue with Wally Daudrich, Proprietor of Lazy Bear Expeditions (or Dinner with Chief Christian Sinclair - pending availability) 13

Day 3 - Tuesday, July 17 8:00am Depart for Churchill Northern Studies Center 8:30-10:30 Tour of Churchill Northern Studies Center and briefing on climate change with CNSC Elijah Zimmerman, LeeAnn Fishback, and John Nightingale, POLAR Canada and OceanWise • The Churchill Northern Studies Centre is an independent, nonprofit research and research facility that provides accommodations, equipment rentals, and logistical support to scientific researchers. Founded in 1976, the Centre is situated on the Hudson Bay at the intersection of three major biomes: marine, northern boreal forest, and tundra. NOTE: An on-the-go lunch will be made available as we will need nourishment as this is our last chance for food before late afternoon. 11:20-2:30 Beluga whale experience 3:00-4:30 Arctic Sovereignty briefing with Brigadier-General Patrick Carpentier, Canadian Task Force North, and Alison LeClair, Senior Arctic Official and DG, Global Affairs Canada • J oint Task Force North (JTFN) is one of Canada Armed Forces’ (CAF) six regional joint task forces. The JTFN is headquartered in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, and has detachments in Iqaluit, Nunavut, and Whitehorse, Yukon. JTFN is responsible for leading CAF operations in the North, which includes the Sub- Arctic Region, the Arctic Region, and the High Arctic Region. Samuel Hearne Center, Docks of the Churchill River 4:30-6:30pm Downtime (opportunity for optional Kayak or other experience) 7-8:30pm Dinner with Churchill Mayor Mike Spence and Executive Director Cory Young Location: TBC 14

Day 4 - Wednesday, July 18 10:00-6pm Coastal tour Lunch will be served on the Sam Hearne vessel. 7pm Informal cocktails and dinner at The Tundra (optional). Day 5 - Thursday, July 19 Morning Roundtable on Ocean Environment with John Nightingale, President and CEO, OceanWise. Samuel T. Hearne Center • OceanWise is a global ocean conservation organization that works to protect and restore the world’s oceans. It is an outgrowth of the Vancouver Aquarium, which also serves as the headquarters of Ocean Wise. It leads conservation initiatives, such as The Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup, as well as marine mammal rescue initiatives, plastic waste research, marine education, and the Ocean Wise sustainable seafood program. Lunch On Own 1:00pm Culture & Heritage Tour, time for additional activities (optional) Closing Dinner (to be announced) Day 6 - Friday, July 20 11:00 am Check out of Lazy Bear 11:30 am Shuttle to airport 1:30 pm Flight departs Churchill 3:45 pm Flights lands in Winnipeg Overnight Inn at the Forks or flights home 15

Biographies Lesia Babiak Lesia Babiak is the Executive Director for Government Affairs & Policy at Johnson & Johnson, Canada. Previously, Lesia served as Chair of the Government Affairs Council for Johnson & Johnson. Before coming to Johnson & Johnson, Lesia was the Executive Director for Government Affairs at LifeScan. Lesia graduated with a pharmaceutical degree from the University of Toronto before attaining master’s degrees from Wayne State University, the University of Toronto, and Western University related to business and pharmaceuticals. Lesia received her Executive MBA from the University of Western Ontario in 2002. Helen Vaughan Barrieau Helen Vaughan Barrieau has lived in the North for almost 30 years. Since 2016, she has been the Indigenous and Intergovernmental Relations Advisor to the Commander of Joint Task Force (North). Prior to her role with JTFN, Helen spent 10 years working in Ottawa, the majority of which was spent with the Department of Public Safety Canada, where she worked as Manager of National Policy advancing the disaster mitigation file. In 2010-11, Helen helped lead the development and establishment of Canada’s National Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction, which has been recognized by the United Nations as an international best practice in its field and for which she and her team were awarded a federal public service award for Excellence in Public Policy (2011). Helen has also worked with the Government of the Northwest Territories in the Departments of Health and Social Services; and Municipal and Community Affairs. While with the GNWT, Helen worked on a joint project with the federal government focussed on sharing NWT best practices and lessons learned with regional Russian governments on stimulating and supporting economic development in remote northern communities. Helen graduated from the University of Calgary with a Bachelor’s of Arts degree, and also holds a certificate in Project Management from Algonquin College. She currently lives in Yellowknife, NT with her husband of 13 years and their six year old son. Brigadier- General Patrick Carpentier, CD Born in Trois Rivieres, Quebec, BGen Carpentier was commissioned in the Canadian Forces in August 1986, following his Basic Air Weapons Control course in North Bay, Ontario. After a short tour in the 22nd NORAD Region, he was posted in August 1987 to the 12th Missile Warning Squadron, Thule AB Greenland as a Combat Crew Commander and the Chief of Standards and Evaluations on the newly operational Phased Array Ballistic Missile Early Warning System. The following year he was posted to 1st Space Wing Headquarters Peterson AFB, CO as the Chief of the Pave Paws training branch. In 1991 BGen Carpentier returned to North Bay, this time as the 51 Sqn Weapons Operations Officer. Unable to stay anywhere too long, he was posted to National Defense Headquarters in 1993 as a Career Manager. In 1996, BGen Carpentier returned to the Operations world, this time on AWACS in Geilenkirchen, Germany where he served as a Weapons Director, Fighter Allocator, and Mission Crew Commander. During this tour he participated in NATO operations over the former Republic of Yugoslavia and Kosovo. In 1999, following his promotion to Major, he was selected as the NATO Exchange Officer representing the NATO Airborne Early Warning Force in France with the 36e Escadron. As a qualified Chef de Mission on the E-3F, he continued to support the Balkan theatre. In July 2002 BGen Carpentier returned to North America and was posted to Tinker AFB, Oklahoma to fly on the USAF E3-B and C models. In addition to operational deployments in support of 16

operations in Afghanistan and Iraq he served as the Wing Deputy Chief of Standards and Evaluations. In 2005, BGen Carpentier assumed command of 12 Radar Squadron, a Tactical Mobile Radar. His mission was to provide Canada with a mobile tactical command, control and surveillance unit capable of world wide deployment on 72 hrs notice. Following a year as a student on the Canadian Forces Joint Command and Staff Program in Toronto, BGen Carpentier served as the NORAD Director of Inspections, Peterson AFB, Colorado where he was responsible for the combat readiness of assigned and gained NORAD Alert Forces and the associated Command and Control structure. In July 2010, BGen Carpentier was again selected for Command, this time of the Canadian AWACS Detachment at Tinker AFB. After this and a quick seven month spin on high heat in the Strategic Joint Staff in Ottawa, BGen Carpentier was chosen as the Deputy Commander Alaskan NORAD Region. Following an extremely busy operational tour in Alaska he was brought back to NORAD HQ as the J8 Deputy in August 2015 where he worked Requirements, Analysis, Resources and Science and Technology. In April 2018 BGen Carpentier was promoted to his current rank and appointed as Commander Joint task Force North (JTFN). Over his five AWACS tours BGen Carpentier has amassed over 3480 flying hours and 186 combat and combat support missions. BGen Carpentier received his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Manitoba and holds a Master of Science degree in Aerospace Administration from Southeastern Oklahoma State University. He is a graduate of the Canadian Forces Staff School, the NATO Tactical Leadership Flying Course, the Canadian Forces Joint Command and Staff Program, the Canadian Security Studies Program and the United States Air Force Air War College. Minister Jim Carr Minister Carr has been a dedicated business and community leader in Winnipeg for more than 30 years. He began his career as a musician, as an oboist and trustee with the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra. He then moved on to journalism, working as an editorial writer and columnist with the Winnipeg Free Press as well as for CBC Radio. Jim entered public life in 1988, when he was elected to represent Fort Rouge in the Legislative Assembly of Manitoba. He was also the deputy leader of his party. Jim later went on to become the founding CEO of the Business Council of Manitoba, where he worked alongside business leaders to address issues critical to Manitobans and Canadians. In particular, Jim was one of the architects of the ‘Winnipeg Consensus’ process, which brought together Canadian think tanks and energy leaders, and informed the Canadian Energy Strategy released in 2015 by Canada’s provinces and territories. Jim has been an active volunteer with a number of local, provincial, and national organizations. He was the founding co-chair of the Winnipeg Poverty Reduction Council, member of the board of the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, member of the board of the Canada West Foundation, and member of the board of the Arthur V. Mauro Centre for Peace and Justice at the University of Manitoba. Jim’s community leadership has earned him numerous awards, including the Canada 125 Medal, the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal, and the Order of Manitoba. Howard Dean Governor Howard Dean is a Senior Advisor in the Public Policy and Regulation practice at Dentons. He focuses on health care, education and energy issues, as well as providing expertise derived from his extensive experience in public office. A recognized thought- leader in health care reform, Governor Dean works with clients to navigate complicated regulations and political challenges in both the private and public sectors. Through partnering industry with business and community interests he is at the forefront of promoting high quality and affordable health care while supporting innovation. Respected for his fiscally moderate policies as Governor, he understands first- hand the severe budget constraints that are challenging state and municipal governments. With an extensive 17

set of contacts nationally, Governor Dean is uniquely positioned to develop partnerships between industry stakeholders and local governments. Governor Dean comes to Dentons after serving as Chairman of the Democratic National Committee, where he created and implemented the “50 State Strategy”, encouraging the cultivation of candidates in every state at every level, rather than solely the traditionally democratic-leaning states. Governor Dean began his life in politics in 1982 when he was elected to the Vermont State Legislature. He transitioned from a practicing physician to a full-time career in public service when he became Governor of Vermont in 1991. Governor Dean raised his profile in the state, culminating in 12 years of service as Vermont’s governor - the second longest serving in Vermont’s history. He was known for his fiscal responsibility as well as his efforts in health care reform. Respected on both sides of the political aisle, Governor Dean served as chairman of the National Governors’ Association, the Democratic Governors’ Association, as well as the New England Governors’ Conference while serving as Governor. Governor Dean left office in Vermont to run for President in 2003 where he implemented innovative fundraising strategies such as use of the internet, pioneering techniques used by both parties in the 2008 election. Arlen Dumas Chief Arlen Dumas was elected Grand Chief of the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs in July 2017. Prior to being elected, Grand Chief Dumas served his own community of Mathias Colomb Cree Nation as Chief for over a decade. He made his mark on every organization he has been a part of, including through his role as Vice Chief of Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak and his various positions on AMC Committees. A respected voice at the grassroots level as well as provincially and nationally, he continues to use his voice and platform to highlight the issues that all Manitoba First Nations are facing. For young Indigenous men and women looking to reconnect with their own traditions, language, and ceremonies, Grand Chief Dumas has been a role model as he is fluent in Cree, sings, drums and sundances. He grew up on the trap line in Pukatwagan, MB., and credits his work ethic and conviction to stand by the truth to his grandparents who raised him. Grand Chief Dumas was educated at the Mount Allison University in Sackville, N.B., where he studied political science and Canadian studies. His educational foundation, his experience as a formidable leader and his reputation as a strong voice for his people led to his historic first-ballot win as Grand Chief of AMC. In his role as Grand Chief, he continues to be on the front lines of many grassroots movements and is an unwavering supporter of the families of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG). With much work to do in housing, health, our children and First Nations economic development, he works hard to unite all Manitoba Chiefs to work towards a common goal. Jim Eldridge James (Jim) Eldridge retired at the end of December 2016, having completed almost 49 years in the public service of the Province of Manitoba—45 full-time years and 4 years part-time. Over nearly five decades, and in eight consecutive administrations, Mr. Eldridge was a witness to many of Canada’s most important national policy debates, serving as a delegate for his home province at most first ministers’ and premiers’ conferences in those years, as well as at Western Premiers’ Conferences since their inception and at numerous meetings with U.S. governors. Mr. Eldridge began his career in the Manitoba Department of Finance in 1968, where his duties included 10 years as assistant deputy minister for fiscal and economic policy and federal-provincial 18

financial arrangements. In 1982, he was transferred to the Executive Council (Cabinet) office, and, as deputy secretary to the Cabinet and then deputy minister of Intergovernmental Relations, was given broad responsibility for advising the government on the full range of federal provincial-territorial issues within Canada, as well as on Manitoba’s international relations activities. These included the establishment of formal bilateral and regional economic cooperation arrangements with several U.S. and Mexican states, as well as with other sub-national governments outside North America. One particular priority was helping set up the Manitoba-North West Province Agreement on governance capacity-building and economic development under the Canada-South Africa provincial twinning program in the mid-1990s. Between late 1999 and late 2004, Mr. Eldridge also held the position of secretary to the Cabinet, clerk of Executive Council, head of the public service, and deputy minister to the Premier. After stepping down from that position, he continued to work part-time for the government until the fall of 2009, when he was asked to return full-time as interim deputy minister of Federal-Provincial and International Relations. From May 2016 until his retirement, he served as a senior advisor to the Executive Council Office. Dr. LeeAnn Fishback Dr. LeeAnn Fishback is an environmental geochemist focusing on freshwater lake and pond water chemistry in arctic and subarctic regions. She lives in Churchill, Manitoba full-time as the northern field research scientist on staff at the Centre. As the Scientific Coordinator, Dr. Fishback provides a point of contact for researchers, executes scientific research under the auspices of the CNSC, coordinates contract research, participates in the teaching of both academic and general interest courses, and communicates current science issues to the general public. Prior to coming to the Centre, she received her Ph.D. from the University of Western Ontario in London, Ontario, Canada in 2002 conducting research at various locations throughout the High Arctic during graduate studies. In addition to being the Scientific Coordinator, she is also an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Geography at the University of Winnipeg in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Pamela Fralick Pamela Fralick is an experienced leader who has been fostering positive change in Canada’s health sector for decades. Throughout her career, Ms. Fralick has distinguished herself in a variety of senior roles. A convener and innovator, Ms. Fralick is one of Canada’s leading, compassionate voices in the health sector. As the President of Innovative Medicines Canada, Ms. Fralick leads the industry association for Canada’s innovative pharmaceutical companies, working with its members and communities to ensure Canadians have access to the medicines they need, when they need them. Prior to joining Innovative Medicines Canada, Ms. Fralick was President and CEO of the Canadian Cancer Society, Canada’s largest health charity, where she oversaw a process of intense transformation, resulting in historic changes to the operational and governance structures of the organization. Kelvin Goertzen Kelvin Goertzen is a lifelong resident of Steinbach and, since 2003, has had the honour of serving as the MLA for the Steinbach constituency. He was re-elected to his fourth term on April 19, 2016 and was subsequently appointed to serve as Minister of Health, Seniors and Active Living.A graduate of the University of Manitoba, Kelvin has degrees in Economics, Commerce, and Law. In addition to working for a major financial institution and a property development company, Kelvin has extensive political experience as an assistant to an MLA, an MP, and a 19

provincial Cabinet Minister.From an early age, Kelvin has been active in the community. He has served as Vice-President of both the Steinbach Arts Council and the Steinbach Food Bank (Helping Hands) and is currently a member of the South East Rotary Club. His community service was recognized when he received the H.O.P.E. Medal of Honour by the Lions Club of Manitoba as well as the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal from the Governor General of Canada. Kelvin is married to Kim, also a lifelong Steinbach resident. Their home is made complete with their son Malachi and the family dog, Keiko. They enjoy attending Winnipeg Blue Bomber games in the summer and Steinbach Pistons games in the winter. Kelvin is committed to building a better future for Manitoba families. Scotty Greenwood Maryscott (Scotty) Greenwood is Chief Executive Officer of the Canadian American Business Council and co-leads the US Federal Public Policy practice of Dentons US, LLP a leading global law firm. Greenwood serves on Board of Directors of the Foundation for Art & Preservation in Embassies and is an Advisory Director for a tech start up (HYR) and a non-profit (Hostage US). Greenwood previously served on the Board of the World Affairs Council of Washington, the Girls20 Initiative and the Association of Canadian Studies in the US. Greenwood has a distinguished career in government and government relations, addressing public policy challenges in the US and Canada. She is a sought after public speaker with engagements in North American and Europe and is also frequently quoted in the media for her insights into political and trade issues. Appointed by President Bill Clinton, Greenwood served in the U.S. State Department as chief of staff at the United States Embassy in Ottawa from 1997-2001. Prior, she served as the chief federal/state liaison for the Mayor of Atlanta, including the 1996 Interagency Security Task Force for the Olympic Games. An honors graduate of the University of Vermont, and the John F. Kennedy School of Government Program for Senior Executives at Harvard University, Scotty lives in Virginia with her husband, children and hound dog. Peter Jayck Dr Peter Jacyk, is a family physician with a practice in the west end of Toronto. He is also head of the MetroWest Family Health Organization, with over 35 physicians in the FHO. He also sees patients and is active with the Ivan Franko Home, a long term care facility. Married to Lesia Babiak, with two older daughters Natalie and Nicole Jacyk, Lesia and Peter’s daughter is Arianna. Peter enjoys travel, golf, photography and gardening. Nick Kadysh Nick Kadysh serves as the Government Affairs and Public Policy Leader for General Electric Canada, where he supports all of GE’s government outreach. His work spans multiple sectors, including Healthcare, Life Sciences, and Digital Technologies. Prior to coming to General Electric in 2017, Nick was the Head of Public Affairs for Red Bull Canada between 2013 and 2017. Prior to his work in government relations, Nick worked on Parliement Hill for MP Randy Hillier. Nick graduated from Queens University with a BaH in Political Studies in 2008, and immigrated to Canada in 1991 from the former Soviet Union. 20

Alison LeClaire Alison LeClaire joined Global Affairs Canada in 1987. Her professional experience since then includes overseas assignments in Brazil, Sweden and, most recently, in Geneva as Canada’s Deputy Permanent Representative to the United Nations at Geneva. She worked on environmental issues for three years early in her foreign service career, including two years on the Arctic Environment Protection Strategy (AEPS), just prior to the creation of the Arctic Council. Ms. LeClaire has worked on a variety of areas in Global Affairs, including bilateral relations with China and Mongolia, policy planning, human resource management, and corporate services. Don Leitch Don Leitch is the President & CEO of the Business Council of Manitoba, with extensive executive experience in both the public and private sectors. He served as the Clerk of the Executive Council and Deputy Minister to the Premier in Manitoba for over eleven years, which is the most senior civil servant position. Leitch also served as Deputy Minister for economic development, trade and investment, and tourism in British Columbia. Additionally, Leitch is the Chair of the Board of Directors for the Royal Winnipeg Ballet. John Nightingale John Nightingale, P.h.D. is the President and CEO of the Vancouver Aquarium, a position he held with distinction for almost a quarter century, as well as the President and CEO of Ocean Wise, a nonprofit organization advocating for the health and sustainability of our oceans. Nightingale recently announced his retirement from both postings, but his contributions to ocean conservation through scientific research and raising public awareness have been truly inspirational. Nightingale is only the second CEO in Vancouver Aquarium history, having stepped into the leadership role after the founding director retired in 1993. Prior to coming to the Vancouver Aquarium, Nightingale was the Assistant Director at the New York Aquarium. Nightingale graduated from Eastern Oregon University with a B.A. in Biology before receiving an M.A. in fisheries and a P.h.D. in Psychology from the University of Washington. Brian Pallister Brian Pallister is the Premier of Manitoba, the Leader of the Progressive Conservative Party of Manitoba and the MLA for Fort Whyte. He resides in Winnipeg with his wife Esther and their two daughters, Quinn and Shawn. Brian is an alumnus of Brandon University, with degrees in arts and education. From 1976 to 1979, he taught social studies at William Morton Collegiate in Gladstone, Manitoba. In 1980, he became a chartered financial consultant and started a financial services company that grew into Pallister Financial. Brian entered politics in 1992 as the MLA for Portage La Prairie and became Minister of Government Services in 1995. In 2000, he was elected as the MP for Portage-Lisgar. During his 8-year tenure in Parliament, he served as chair of the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance, as well as Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Trade and to the Minister of International Cooperation. In July of 2012, Brian became leader of the Progressive Conservative Party of Manitoba. He was elected as MLA for Fort Whyte four months later. On April 19, 2016, he became Manitoba’s twenty-second premier, with PC candidates winning 40 of 21

57 seats. As an MLA and MP, Brian has advanced numerous public safety initiatives, fought to protect the rights of First Nations women living on reserves, and introduced tough legislation to prevent government overspending and over-taxation. As premier, he is committed to making Manitoba Canada’s most- improved province by restoring the province to fiscal balance, strengthening the provincial economy, and improving outcomes in health care and education. In each provincial initiative, Premier Pallister and his government are working to restore hope and optimism for the future of Manitoba, and for all Manitobans. Herb Tyson Herb Tyson is currently the Vice President, State & Local Government Relations, Global Public Policy, at the International Council of Shopping Centers. He is responsible for project oversight, staff management, and political contacts for the 70,000-member trade association for the shopping center industry on a state and local level. He also monitors all state and local regulatory activity and serves as the chief liaison to outside legal and legislative consultants on those issues. Before returning to ICSC he was Principal of Tyson Innovative Government Relations Solutions (TIGRS). He previously served as Vice President at Dutko Worldwide from 2006-2009 when the firm was a top-10 ranked Washington DC based lobby firm. Mr. Tyson was the Vice President of State & Local Government Relations for the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) from 2000- 2006. Prior to this, he served as an appointee in the Clinton Administration as Director of Intergovernmental Affairs, in the Bureau of Public Affairs at the U.S. Department of State, where he coordinated Departmental issues and activities involving the Secretary and other officials with US Governors, Mayors and other locally elected officials. He also served in the Clinton Administration as Senior Advisor in the Office of Congressional and Intergovernmental Affairs for the United States Information Agency. He also holds a B.A. in Economics from the University of Massachusetts/Amherst and a M.A. in Public Policy from Tufts University. Elijah Zimmerman Originally from rural Minnesota, Elijah lived in several U.S. states, Ontario, British Columbia, and is now pleased to call Churchill, Manitoba his home. Before moving into this administrative role, he served in logistics in the U.S. Army Reserve for 12 years and taught communication studies at the university level for 15 years. His research focuses primarily on creative, qualitative methodologies and cultural performances of identity. He holds a passion for ecology and scientific inquiry along with a deepening connection to the North. He feels fortunate to work with such an outstanding team at the CNSC to promote and sustain both research and learning in the subarctic. 22

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