Data for Impact Series/Building Powerful Data Hubs

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March 29, 2023 | 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm (ET)

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Speakers

Dr. Ranjana Sharma

Chief Scientist, Natural Resources Canada

As the department’s Chief Scientist, Dr. Ranjana Sharma is the senior-most scientific authority in NRCan, accountable for providing corporate science leadership, oversight and strategic policy advice on all aspects of cross-cutting science priorities, policies, capacity and management in NRCan. She leads the Office of the Chief Scientist in its role of advancing science policy by leading on the development of horizontal policies and implementing related systems and tools; and facilitating evidence-based decision-making by coordinating NRCan science advice, including for impact assessments. Prior to this role, Dr. Sharma was Senior Director responsible for providing science-specific policy advice and guidance for the Laboratories Canada program at Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC). In this role, she led science-based collaboration with partners, including science-based departments and agencies, academia, industry, Indigenous groups, Provinces, and other stakeholders.

Dr. Sharma holds a Ph.D. in Plant Molecular Physiology and has over 20 years of experience in science-based organizations and the science policy sector. She started her research career at the University of Alberta and joined the public service as a Research Scientist at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) in 2003.

Sean Stricker

Director of Digital Transformation, Canada Energy Regulator

Sean Stricker is the Director of Digital Transformation at the Canada Energy Regulator (CER) and is responsible for ensuring Canadians receive high quality, accessible, and efficient government services in a digital age. He is passionate about leading teams that design with users to discover problems from the human perspective to maximize the delivery of business outcomes and to drive organizational growth and change. Sean is a strong advocate for mental health and is a proponent of reducing barriers to improve accessibility to help create a world where everyone belongs.

Stéphane Crête

Assistant Director, Centre for Statistical and Data Standards, Statistics Canada

Stéphane Crête works as a manager for the centre for statistical and data standards in Statistics Canada. Since joining Statistics Canada in the late 90s, he has held a number of positions working on IT systems and architecture covering many statistical domains such as business surveys and the system of national accounts. As a data standards architect, Stéphane is a vocal advocate for the adoption of standards including those for data exchange and metadata management, and he plays a key role in their implementation across various data domains within Statistics Canada. In his free time, Stéphane enjoys exploring new technologies and staying up-to-date with the latest developments in the field. He is passionate about the role that data standards play in advancing technology and improving business-related statistical capabilities.

Moderator

Christopher Valiquet

Director, GC Data Community, Canada School of Public Service

Christopher Valiquet is the founding Director of the Government of Canada Data Community at the Canada School of Public Service. He is dedicated to building connections and solutions that help the federal public service to harness data for better decisions and operations. Prior to this, he served as Senior Advisor at the Privy Council Office, where he supported the Prime Minister, Cabinet and the Clerk in navigating transition, setting priorities, making policy and tracking implementation. Christopher began his public service career at the Office of the Auditor General over eighteen years ago. He then held progressively senior positions at Treasury Board Secretariat and Natural Resources Canada. His work has focused on a range of activities to improve economic competitiveness, environmental performance, social outcomes and the efficiency of government. Christopher earned his BA (Honours) in International Development from the University of Guelph, and his MA in Public Policy and Administration from Concordia University.

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