CANHEIT 2025 – Mentor Match-Up: Connect in Minutes

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This session will be designed to create quick connections between professionals to build potential mentorship relationships through a speed-dating format. Participants will engage in a series of short, timed conversations, rotating to meet multiple mentors/mentees. The session will include an introduction, speed rounds, and a wrap-up for reflection and networking. The goal is to help participants find potential mentors and initiate ongoing mentorship relationships. Experienced mentors willing to take on new mentees will be invited to sign up for the event in advance. Participants can sign up for a mentorship program at the end of the session.

Listen to an engaging Fireside Chat about Mentorship with our esteemed panel:

• Sandra Cascadden – Executive Director, ACORN Nova Scotia
• Gemma Ahn – Associate VP & Head of ITS Brock University
• Aarti Paul – Director Engagement Services, Office of the CIO, University of British Columbia
• Kalyani Khati as your Moderator – Associate Director, Information Security Strategic Initiatives – University of Toronto

Participate in the Mentor Match-Up and share your expertise in dynamic, informal mentorship conversations that foster growth, connection, and opportunity. Where you will have the opportunity as a prospective mentor and / or mentee to find a connection and find out about the new website.

Recording coming soon.