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Are you between the age of 18 & 26? A member of the English-Speaking community of Quebec? Register today!

We’re designing the Forum in an engaging and innovative way to help young people put their talents, including their leadership skills, to work to further their own careers and the quality of life in the province. The Bishop’s Forum wants to make Quebec better by equipping young English-speaking Quebecers with the ideas, networks and tools to lead change. This initiative is supported by the Government of Québec’s Secrétariat aux relations avec les Québécois d’expression anglaise.

06/05/2026

Registration is now open for the Bishop’s Forum, a civic leadership institute bringing together English-speaking youth from across Quebec. Support is available to ensure access for participants from all regions, so you can focus on connecting, learning, and leading. Learn more here: https://linktr.ee/bishopsforum

Les inscriptions sont maintenant ouvertes pour le Bishop’s Forum, un institut de leadership civique qui rassemble des jeunes anglophones de partout au Québec. Un soutien est offert afin de faciliter la participation de toutes les régions, pour que vous puissiez vous concentrer sur les échanges, l’apprentissage et le leadership. En savoir plus ici: https://linktr.ee/bishopsforum

05/08/2026

Our new Bishop’s Forum logo just dropped, and it’s bringing all the energy for the year ahead. We’re gearing up to empower English‑speaking youth across Quebec to step into civic leadership like never before. Visit our Linktree https://linktr.ee/bishopsforum), to register or join the newsletter and stay informed!

Notre nouveau logo du Bishop’s Forum vient d’arriver — et il apporte toute l’énergie pour l’année à venir. On se prépare à soutenir les jeunes d’expression anglaise du Québec pour qu’ils prennent leur place en leadership civique comme jamais auparavant. Visitez notre Linktree (https://linktr.ee/bishopsforum) pour vous inscrire ou rejoindre la newsletter et rester informé!

01/23/2026

(EN/FR) 🚨 Registration is now OPEN – Bishop's Forum Coaches Lab 🚨

The registration link for our one-day Coaches Lab is now live.

🔗 Register here: https://ubishops.jotform.com/260194129671055
🗓 Saturday, February 21, 2026
⏰ 10:15 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
📍 Espace Rodier – Le Grand Bain Room (914 Notre-Dame West, Montreal)
🍽 Lunch and dinner provided

This immersive day will focus on:
• Preparing for Parliamentary Commission presentations
• Strengthening group leadership and coaching skills
• Exploring what's next for the future of the Bishop's Forum

Eligibility to register:
✔️ 100% attendance at the 2025 Forum (as a participant or coach, in good standing)
✔️ Aged 18–26 and a resident of Quebec
✔️ Intention to apply as a coach for the August 2026 Bishop's Forum
⏳ Application deadline: January 31
⚠️ Spaces are limited.

We can't wait to reconnect, build skills, and shape the next chapter of the Forum together.

FRENCH

🚨 Registration is now open – Bishop's Forum Coaches' Lab

It's official! The registration link for our Coach Lab is now online.

🔗 Register here: https://ubishops.jotform.com/260194129671055

🗓 Saturday, February 21, 2026
⏰ 10:15 a.m. to 7 p.m.
📍 Espace Rodier – Le Grand Bain Room (914 Notre-Dame Street West, Montreal)
🍽 Lunch and dinner provided

This immersive day will focus on:
• Preparation for presentations to parliamentary committees
• Strengthening group leadership and coaching skills
• A reflection on the future of the Bishop's Forum

Eligibility criteria for registration:
✔️ 100% participation in Forum 2025 (as a participant or coach, in good standing)
✔️ Be between the ages of 18 and 26 and a resident of Quebec
✔️ Intend to apply as a coach at the August 2026 Bishop's Forum
⏳ Deadline to apply: January 31
⚠️ Space is limited.

We look forward to meeting again, developing our skills and building the next chapter of the Forum together."

01/16/2026

(EN/FR) 📣 Save the Date: Bishop’s Forum Coaches Lab 📣

Hello Forumers! We’re excited to announce a one-day Coaches Lab bringing together our Bishop’s Forum coaching community for a day of learning, connection, and forward-looking conversations.

🗓 Saturday, February 21, 2026
⏰ 10:15 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
📍 Espace Rodier – Salle Le Grand Bain (914 Notre-Dame Ouest, Montreal)
🍽 Lunch and dinner provided

This immersive day will focus on:

Preparing for Parliamentary Commission presentations
Strengthening group leadership and coaching skills
Exploring what’s next for the future of the Bishop’s Forum

A full schedule will be shared soon—mark your calendar and plan to join us!

Eligibility to register:
✔️ 100% attendance at the 2025 Forum (as a participant or coach, in good standing)
✔️ Aged 18–26
✔️ Intention to apply as a coach for the August 2026 Bishop’s Forum

⚠️ Spaces are limited.

The registration link will be shared by Friday, January 23.

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Nous sommes ravis d’annoncer la tenue d’un laboratoire des coachs d’une journée, réunissant la communauté de coaching du Bishop’s Forum pour une journée d’apprentissage, d’échanges et de réflexion tournée vers l’avenir.

Samedi 21 février 2026
10 h 15 à 19 h
Espace Rodier – Salle Le Grand Bain (914, rue Notre-Dame Ouest, Montréal)
Dîner et souper fournis

Cette journée immersive portera sur :
La préparation aux présentations devant les commissions parlementaires
Le renforcement des compétences en leadership de groupe et en coaching
Une réflexion sur l’avenir du Bishop’s Forum
L’horaire complet sera communiqué sous peu — notez la date à votre agenda et prévoyez vous joindre à nous!

Critères d’admissibilité à l’inscription :
✔️ Participation à 100 % au Forum 2025 (à titre de participant·e ou de coach, en règle)
✔️ Être âgé·e de 18 à 26 ans
✔️ Avoir l’intention de poser sa candidature comme coach au Bishop’s Forum d’août 2026

⚠️ Les places sont limitées.

Le lien d’inscription sera partagé d’ici le vendredi 23 janvier.

12/19/2025

(EN/FR) As we wrap up 2025, we’re taking a moment to look back with gratitude. 💜
This year brought together English-speaking youth from across Quebec for meaningful conversations, bold ideas, and hands-on leadership learning — from the five-day Bishop’s Forum in August to the LEAD-UP one-day event this fall.

Across both events, we saw curiosity turn into confidence, questions turn into action, and connections form that will last well beyond the sessions. Whether it was panels, workshops, simulations, or informal conversations, 2025 was a reminder of why spaces for youth civic leadership matter.

Thank you to our participants, speakers, alumni, partners, and supporters who made this year possible. Your energy and commitment continue to shape the Bishop’s Forum community.

✨ Stay tuned — Save-the-Date announcements for 2026 events are coming just after the new year as we gear-up to launch the 10th anniversary of the Bishop's Forum!

Wishing you a restful end to the year and an inspiring start to the next.

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Alors que 2025 touche à sa fin, nous prenons un moment pour regarder en arrière avec reconnaissance. 💜

Cette année, le Bishop’s Forum a réuni des jeunes anglophones de partout au Québec autour de conversations porteuses, d’idées audacieuses et d’expériences concrètes en leadership — du Forum intensif de cinq jours en août à l’événement LEAD-UP cet automne.

À travers ces deux rendez-vous, nous avons vu la curiosité se transformer en confiance, les questions devenir des actions, et des liens se créer bien au-delà des séances. Qu’il s’agisse de panels, d’ateliers, de simulations ou de discussions informelles, 2025 nous a rappelé l’importance de créer des espaces dédiés au leadership civique jeunesse.

Merci à nos participant·e·s, conférencier·ère·s, ancien·ne·s, partenaires et allié·e·s qui ont rendu cette année possible. Votre énergie et votre engagement continuent de faire grandir la communauté du Bishop’s Forum.

✨ Restez à l’affût — des annonces « Réservez la date » pour 2026 arriveront juste après le Nouvel An, alors que nous nous préparons à lancer le 10e anniversaire du Bishop’s Forum !

Nous vous souhaitons une belle fin d’année et un début d’année inspirant.

12/02/2025

(EN/FR) Thank you for an incredible LEAD-UP! 💜

What an energizing day at Bishop’s University!

Huge thank you to our two panels — the alumni who shared their journeys since the Forum, and the 2025 participants who brought curiosity, energy, and insight. Your stories, honesty, and ideas set the tone for a powerful year ahead.

Thank you as well to everyone who joined us, asked questions, connected with our speakers, and helped build the kind of space where young leaders can thrive.

Stay tuned here for upcoming announcements about future Bishop’s Forum dates and activities. Big things are coming.

In order of appearance: Ayomide Enoch Ojo, Caleb Owusu-Acheaw, Kathleen Mulawka, Malcolm Lewis-Richmond, Brianna Kormendy-Ramirez, Olivier Lamoreux, Olivier Lamoureux, Alex Sauvageau, Owen Zhang.

💜 See you again soon!

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Merci pour un LEAD-UP incroyable !

Quelle journée inspirante à l’Université Bishop’s !

Un immense merci à nos deux panels — les ancien·ne·s qui ont partagé leurs parcours depuis le Forum, et les participant·e·s 2025 qui ont apporté leur énergie et leurs idées. Vos témoignages et votre engagement ont donné le ton pour l’année à venir.

Merci aussi à toutes les personnes présentes, pour vos questions, vos discussions et votre participation à créer un espace où les jeunes leaders peuvent s’épanouir.

Restez à l’affût pour les prochaines annonces sur les futurs événements du Bishop’s Forum. De belles choses s’en viennent.

💜 À très bientôt !

11/14/2025

(EN/FR) Tomorrow’s the day! Bishop’s Forum LEAD-UP is almost here.

We can’t wait to welcome English-speaking youth from across Quebec for a full day of learning, leadership, and connection at Bishop’s University.

This year’s LEAD-UP features two dynamic panels:

Panel #1 – Alumni Panel
Hear from past Bishop’s Forum participants who have turned their leadership experiences into real-world impact.

Moderated by Ayomide Enoch Ojo Ojo, a 2025 Forumer, journalist, and community organizer whose work with Y4Y focuses on strengthening youth engagement across Quebec.

Panel #2 – 2025 Participants Panel
Meet four participants from the 2025 Forum who are already shaping their communities:

Brianna Kormendy-Ramirez – A multidisciplinary artist and mental health advocate working at the Black Healing Centre.
Olivier Lamoureux – A McGill Law student dedicated to improving student services, and co-founder of Trans Law.
Alexandre Sauvageau – A Champlain College student passionate about entrepreneurship and bridging language communities.
Owen Zhang – A John Molson School of Business student and longtime volunteer committed to structured, community-focused change.

LEAD-UP happens TOMORROW: Saturday, November 15
* Bishop’s University
* Free shuttle from Montréal
* Free to attend; open to English-speaking youth ages 18–26
* A few spots still available — last chance to register!
* Register now: https://ubishops.jotform.com/240184896838977

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C’est demain ! Le LEAD-UP du Bishop’s Forum arrive — une journée de leadership et de rencontres à l’Université Bishop’s.

Panel des ancien·ne·s
Animé par Ayomide Ojo, participant 2025, journaliste et organisateur communautaire (Y4Y).

Panel des participant·e·s 2025
Brianna Kormendy-Ramirez – Artiste multidisciplinaire et défenseure de la santé mentale.
Olivier Lamoureux – Étudiant en droit à McGill et cofondateur de Trans Law.
Alexandre Sauvageau – Étudiant au Collège Champlain, passionné d’entrepreneuriat.
Owen Zhang – Étudiant à John Molson, engagé dans le travail communautaire.

Demain, 15 novembre – Université Bishop’s
* Navette gratuite de Montréal
* Gratuit, 18–26 ans
* Encore quelques places !
* Inscription : https://ubishops.jotform.com/240184896838977

11/12/2025

(EN/FR) 🎉 See you this Saturday for LEAD-UP!

We can’t wait to welcome everyone to LEAD-UP, the one-day leadership event happening this Saturday, November 15 at Bishop’s University!

A few spots are still available — don’t miss your chance to take part in this energizing day of connection, learning, and leadership.

Come meet past Bishop’s Forum participants, learn from inspiring alumni, and explore what civic leadership looks like in Quebec’s English-speaking community.

Check out our line-up of panelists and moderators: Kathleen Mulawka, Caleb Owusu-Acheaw, MA, Malcolm Lewis-Richmond, Ayomide Enoch Ojo, Brianna Kormendy-Ramirez, and more!

A free shuttle will operate to and from Montreal on the day of the event.
Bishop’s University, Lennoxville
Saturday, November 15
Free event — Registration required

Register now : https://ubishops.jotform.com/240184896838977

We can’t wait to see you there!

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🎉 On se voit ce samedi pour LEAD-UP !

Nous avons hâte d’accueillir tout le monde à LEAD-UP, l’événement d’une journée sur le leadership qui aura lieu ce samedi 15 novembre à l’Université Bishop’s !

✨ Il reste encore quelques places — ne manquez pas cette journée dynamique de connexion, d’apprentissage et de leadership !

💡 Venez rencontrer d’anciens participants du Bishop’s Forum, écouter des diplômés inspirants et explorer ce que signifie le leadership civique au sein de la communauté d’expression anglaise du Québec.

🚌 Une navette gratuite circulera entre Montréal et Lennoxville le jour de l’événement.

📍 Université Bishop’s, Lennoxville
⏰ Samedi 15 novembre
💜 Événement gratuit — inscription obligatoire

👉 Inscrivez-vous dès maintenant : https://ubishops.jotform.com/240184896838977

On a hâte de vous y voir !

11/07/2025

(EN/FR) LEAD-UP 2025 – A Sneak Peek at the Program! **REGISTRATION ENDS MONDAY NOV. 10**

We’re excited to share a first look at the LEAD-UP program, happening Saturday, November 15 at Bishop’s University! This one-day leadership event is your chance to experience the Bishop’s Forum in a condensed, dynamic format.

The day will explore the Forum from three angles - past, present, future:

Origins – Learn from inspiring Bishop’s Forum alumni about how past experiences shaped their leadership journeys.

Momentum – Hear from participants of this year’s Forum and see how today’s voices are shaping communities.

Possibilities – Engage in an interactive session focused on brainstorming, planning, and imagining your own leadership impact.

LEAD-UP is free and open to English-speaking youth across Quebec, with a free shuttle between Montreal and Sherbrooke on the day of the event.

Sign up now: https://lnkd.in/e9HmJbWq

Stay tuned — we’ll be sharing more details, speaker announcements, and special sessions in the coming days. We can’t wait to see you there!
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LEAD-UP 2025 – Aperçu du programme !

Nous sommes ravis de vous offrir un premier aperçu du programme du LEAD-UP, qui aura lieu le samedi 15 novembre à l’Université Bishop’s ! Cet événement d’une journée sur le leadership est une occasion unique de vivre l’expérience du Bishop’s Forum en format condensé et dynamique.

La journée explorera les thèmes Origines, Élan et Possibilités :

Origines – Découvrez comment les expériences passées des ancien·nes du Bishop’s Forum ont façonné leurs parcours de leadership.

Élan – Écoutez les participant·es de l’édition de cette année et voyez comment les voix d’aujourd’hui influencent nos communautés.

Possibilités – Participez à des sessions interactives axées sur la réflexion, la planification et l’imagination de votre propre impact en leadership.

LEAD-UP est gratuit et ouvert aux jeunes d’expression anglaise de tout le Québec, avec une navette gratuite entre Montréal et Sherbrooke le jour de l’événement.

Inscrivez-vous dès maintenant : https://lnkd.in/e9HmJbWq

Restez à l’affût — nous partagerons bientôt plus de détails, les intervenant·es et les sessions spéciales. On a hâte de vous y voir !

11/05/2025

(EN/FR) Bishop's Forum LEAD-UP – Alumni Panel Reveal!

We’re thrilled to announce the alumni panelists for next week's LEAD-UP, the one-day leadership event happening Saturday, November 15 at Bishop’s University!

This session will feature inspiring Bishop’s Forum alumni who have turned their leadership experiences into meaningful action:

Kathleen Mulawka – An independent consultant who uses human-centred design to foster more connected and empowered communities. With over 15 years of experience across the community, public, and education sectors, Kathleen has led initiatives in Canada and internationally, notably with youth and equity-seeking groups. A strategist and advocate for Canada’s official languages, she’s passionate about building bridges between the two.

Malcolm Lewis-Richmond – A graduate student in Labour Relations at the Université du Québec en Outaouais, researching how gig and precarious work shape young people’s futures. He’s led youth advocacy movements, organized for major political parties, and fought for equity, climate action, and fair work. A member of the inaugural Bishop’s Forum in 2017, Malcolm has since returned as a coach and parliamentary commissioner, bringing real-world experience and fresh ideas to every discussion.

Caleb Owusu-Acheaw, MA – A Policy Support Officer at Public Safety Canada with over five years of experience in federal roles. Caleb specializes in policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, and project management, with a focus on developing innovative tools and strategies that enhance policy implementation and drive community safety initiatives.

This panel is your chance to hear firsthand how the Bishop’s Forum experience has shaped the leadership journeys of these remarkable alumni — and to get inspired to begin your own.

LEAD-UP takes place Saturday, November 15 at Bishop’s University.
It’s free to attend and open to English-speaking youth across Quebec.
A free shuttle will operate to-from Montreal on the day of the event.

Registration closes November 10!
Sign up now: https://lnkd.in/e9HmJbWq

We can’t wait to see you there!

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(Traduction abrégée en raison de la limite de caractères.)

Kathleen Mulawka – Consultante indépendante qui utilise la conception centrée sur l’humain pour favoriser des communautés plus connectées et autonomes.

Malcolm Lewis-Richmond – Étudiant à la maîtrise en relations du travail à l’Université du Québec en Outaouais, où il mène des recherches sur la façon dont le travail précaire et les emplois à la demande façonnent l’avenir des jeunes.
Caleb Owusu-Acheaw, M.A. – Agent de soutien aux politiques à Sécurité publique Canada, avec plus de cinq ans d’expérience dans la fonction publique fédérale.

Une navette gratuite sera offerte entre Montréal et Sherbrooke le jour de l’événement.
La date limite d’inscription est le 10 novembre !
Inscrivez-vous dès maintenant : https://lnkd.in/e9HmJbWq

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