Upcoming Ottawa Speakers

Deanna Brasseur Major (Res.) C.M., C.D. Combat Pilot CLEARED FOR TAKE OFF OTTAWA • MARCH 10, 2010

Deanna Brasseur is one of the first two woman in Canada – and the world — to successfully graduate from the challenging Canadian Forces CF-18 jet fighter program. Following a traditional military career start as a typist, her dynamic personality and passion for life led her to pursue a career in aviation. Blasting through many traditional barriers and accomplishing what would become a series of firsts for women in the military, Dee graduated from officer training and controlling fighter aircraft to becoming a pilot and flying them. For her contribution to Canadian Aviation and her efforts in creating, training and leading the first Canadian Precision Flying Team, Dee was inducted as a Member of the “Order of Canada”. Hear her remarkable success story about maximum performance, living life to the fullest, and how the sky is NOT the limit.

Jean Augustine Fairness Commissioner for Ontario PASSION FOR FAIRNESS OTTAWA • MAY 7, 2010

Fuelled by her passion for justice and equality, there is no doubt that Jean Augustine is blazing trails in Canada. Starting as an educator, in 1993, she was the first African-Canadian woman to be elected to the House of Commons, where as Minister she championed multiculturalism and the status of women. Jean went on to become the first Fairness Commissioner for Ontario, where she ensures equal treatment for individuals striving to become professionally licensed. A leader in her community, Jean sits on many boards and her scholarship fund makes a better future for young women. Through passion for her beliefs and a determination to break down barriers, Jean Augustine will share her strategies for a successful future.