Best Vancouver Urban Development Podcasts (2025)

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Creation Care, Intercultural Ministry, and the Lausanne Congress with Joel Zantingh 1:39:32

4d ago1:39:32

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We've heard about the Lausanne Congress, but why should we care? In this episode of CITN, Rob talks with Joel Zantingh about the recent Lausanne Congress in Seoul, Korea. They also discuss the relevance of creation care and the impact of diaspora people groups on the Canadian Church. Joel is the Director of Engagement for the Lausanne Movement Cana…

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Breaking down the parties' promises on sport: Canada's 2025 Federal Election Primer 10:21

11d ago10:21

10:21

Who will become Canada’s next Prime Minister and who will form government will be decided on April 28th 2025. This episode explores all the sport, physical activity and recreation promises by the five largest political parties in Canada. Links: Green Party of Canada: https://cdn.greenparty.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/GP_Platform_English_Draft.pdf…

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Bike Sharing (with Vancouver Bike Share) 33:53

11d ago33:53

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Mia Kohout is the CEO of Vancouver bike share. Vancouver Bike Share Inc (Mobi by Rogers) is a public bike sharing service based in Vancouver, British Columbia. It is perfect for commuting, running errands, visiting friends, or exploring the city. Serving Vancouver with 2,000 classic bikes and 600 ebikes at 250+ stations, our bike share system has b…

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Solving mini city mysteries 34:44

18d ago34:44

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This week on City Space, our team attempts to unravel a few puzzling urban enigmas. Can anything be a street name? Does a patch of grass qualify as a park? What does this unique house reveal about the development of the area? Irene and our producers guide you through different neighborhoods as they try to solve the mini-mysteries that define a city…

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Urban Design: The Intersection of Society and Sport (with CitySHAPES) 1:21:57

25d ago1:21:57

1:21:57

Neil Saravanamuttoo is the director of CitySHAPES. He was previously the chief economist of the G20's Global Infrastructure Hub and an executive in the Department of Finance Canada. CitySHAPES is working to make cities better by sparking and implementing the change they need to become healthier, greener, and more vibrant cities where everyone can t…

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A Conversation with Future Ministry Leaders: Emily Welty, Karly Traub, and Lincoln Funk 56:09

26d ago56:09

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In this episode of CITN, Rob talks with Emily Welty, Karly Traub, and Lincoln Funk about the future of church leadership. They also discuss ministry pathways, the effects of our current cultural moment on Christian youth, and the impacts of Briercrest on their futures in ministry. @karly.traub is from Port Coquitlam, BC and in her fourth year of a …

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How Frederick G. Gardiner shaped modern Toronto, for better or worse 38:16

1M ago38:16

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If you drive in Toronto you know the name “Gardiner”. The waterfront expressway was named after the man who dominated Toronto politics at a crucial point in its history: Frederick Goldwyn Gardiner, or “Big Daddy” as he was known. In 1953 Gardiner became the first chair of Metropolitan Toronto, a trailblazing experiment in two-tier municipal governa…

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100 - The Future of Sport is Now: Global Sports Week 5 Years On (with Lucien Boyer, Paniz Yousefi and Chloé Morard) 1:13:39

1M ago1:13:39

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Lucien Boyer is the Co-Founder of Global Sports Week, and the Founding & Managing Partner of Inspiring Sport Capital. Paniz Yousefi is a Young Sport Maker, IOC Young Leader 2019-2021 and the Founder of Parallel Play. Chloé Morard is a Young Sport Maker and Figure Skating Deputy Manager for Milano Cortina 2026. Links: Parallel Play: https://parallel…

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Mentorship, Discipleship, and Pastoral Formation with Kesavan Balasingham 1:39:32

1M ago1:39:32

1:39:32

In this episode of CITN, Rob talks with Kesevan Balasingham about building a disciple-making culture. They also discuss the importance of mentorship and unique ministry opportunities in greater Toronto. Kesevan Balasingham is a Pastor at Fellowship Rouge Park Church, in Scarborough, ON. For more information about Fellowship Church Rouge Park visit …

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How an Indigenous-led development is forcing Vancouver to face tough questions on reconciliation 28:11

2M ago28:11

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Across Canada, more and more First Nations are turning to real estate and housing development as money makers, shaping the future of Canadian cities. This is especially visible in Vancouver with projects like Sen̓áḵw, a development by the Squamish Nation that is set to become one of Canada’s densest neighbourhoods. It’s a project that carries a lot…

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How Sports Are Adapting Beyond the Field (with Commonwealth Sport) 1:01:50

2M ago1:01:50

1:01:50

Chris Jenkins is the President of Commonwealth Sport. Commonwealth Sport is the public brand name of the Commonwealth Games Federation. Commonwealth Sport is the organisation responsible for the direction and control of the Commonwealth Games and Commonwealth Youth Games, and for delivering on the vision of the Commonwealth Sports Movement: Our Com…

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Building a Multiethnic Church with Cal Fong 1:29:31

2M ago1:29:31

1:29:31

In this episode of CITN, Rob talks with Cal Fong about the importance of next-gen ministries to church growth. They also discuss intercultural ministry, outreach to immigrant families, and Cal's unique ministry journey. Cal Fong is the teaching and equipping pastor at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Saskatoon, SK. For more information about Ebenezer Bap…

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The Parisian Calgary that could have been 40:28

2M ago40:28

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In 1977, a 100-page hand-painted plan for a white, stone, European-style Calgary was discovered in the walls of a garage. The illustrations show a totally different vision for the city, with wide, stone boulevards, artificial lagoons and grand, classical buildings. While the plan was expensive for a frontier town of 80,000 people and was swiftly sh…

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Generation Amazing Foundation (with Nasser Al-Khori) 36:02

2M ago36:02

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Nasser Al-Khori is the executive director of Generation amazing foundation. Generation amazing foundation operates in alignment with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals and the Qatar National Vision 2030. They are passionate about empowering young leaders in Qatar, across the region, and the world to transform their communities throug…

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The Power of Community Outreach with Dallas and Leah Beutler 1:23:33

2M ago1:23:33

1:23:33

In this episode of CITN, Rob talks with Dallas and Leah Beutler about inner-city outreach. They also discuss church co-leadership, pastoral burnout, and keeping Christ central in ministry. Dallas and Leah Beutler are the Lead Pastors at The Rock Church in Saskatoon, SK. For more information about The Rock Church, visit https://trcyxe.ca/ In the Pre…

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Is expropriation the solution to a housing crisis? The majority of Berliners think so 35:13

2M ago35:13

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Is expropriation, or forcing corporations to sell apartments to the government, a way to ease the housing crisis? Berlin seems to think so. In a landmark referendum back in 2021, the majority of Berliners voted ‘yes’ to forced sales, calling for the government to buy 240,000 apartments owned by some of Berlin’s mega landlords - whether they want to…

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Outdoor Recreation Driven Tourism: Destination Management Planning (with Tourism Revelstoke) 36:54

3M ago36:54

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Meghan Tabor is an experienced leader in marketing and destination management, with over a decade dedicated to advancing tourism and community development. As the Executive Director at Tourism Revelstoke, Meghan leads strategic initiatives and builds impactful partnerships to strengthen tourism’s role in community enhancement. In addition, she shar…

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Creating a Culture Of Prayer and Generosity with Phil Kniesel 1:14:13

3M ago1:14:13

1:14:13

In this episode of CITN, Rob speaks with Phil Kniesel about the power of support from other leaders in ministry. They also discuss financial stewardship for missions, personal devotionals, and creating a culture of prayer. Phil Kniesel is the Lead Pastor of Hope City Church in Edmonton, AB. For more about Hope City, visit https://hopecity.ca/ In th…

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Pedal politics: How Toronto’s bike lanes became so divisive 38:56

3M ago38:56

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Study after study shows that bike lanes make roads safer for everyone and have a minimal effect on traffic congestion. Yet, in Canadian cities, they’re not always popular. In Toronto, they’re arguably the most divisive piece of road infrastructure, with the Ontario government introducing a plan to remove bike lanes on three major streets in the cit…

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Sport and City Building (with Rob Kerr, Dr. David Legg, and Dr. Robert Steadward) 1:24:45

3M ago1:24:45

1:24:45

Rob Kerr is a Sport Media Broadcaster. Dr. David Legg is a Professor of Sport Management at Mount Royal University. Dr. Robert Steadward is the founding President of the International Paralympic Committee. Listen to the We've Solved Nothing Podcast: https://sportcalgary.ca/news-releases/2023/we-solved-nothing-returns ---- Please subscribe to the Sp…

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Coming soon: Season 5 of City Space 1:44

3M ago1:44

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The decisions that cities make now - on housing, transit, and development - will shape how we live for decades to come. These aren't just policy issues: they reveal the fundamental debates driving how we live in cities. In the new season of City Space, join host Irene Galea as she examines the divides that shape our urban landscapes, tells the stor…

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AI, Apologetics, and Viral Debates with Andy Steiger 1:45:09

3M ago1:45:09

1:45:09

In this episode of CITN, Rob speaks with Andy Steiger about Apologetics Canada's gospel-centred approach to reaching lost people. They also discuss AI's role in ministry (or lack thereof), the unique opportunity of reaching next-gen through apologetics, and the recent virality of Apologetics Canada's podcast (with a nod to Wes Huff). Andy Steiger i…

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Season 5 Opener & Reflections 22:20

4M ago22:20

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Welcome back to the Sports for Social Impact podcast! This is our season 5 opener with reflections and key takeaways from the past four years of the podcast. This episode is available as an article on our website: https://www.sportsforsocialimpact.com/post/reflections-to-start-off-2025 ---- Please subscribe to the Sports for Social Impact Podcast w…

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Missional Engagement and Close Proximity Multi-site Campuses with Todd Petkau 1:12:37

4M ago1:12:37

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Why would a church plant multisite campuses in the same neighbourhood and within walking distance? In this episode of CITN, Rob speaks with Todd Petkau about his church's unique multi-site model. They also discuss his journey to vocational ministry, church governance, missional philosophy, and catechism programs. Todd is the Lead Pastor of Riverwoo…

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Sport, Overfishing and the Just Transition (with Julia Shaw, Founder MANTA Sail Training Centre) 1:12:24

5M ago1:12:24

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Julia Shaw is the founder of Manta Sail Training Centre. Founded in 2008, MANTA Sail Training Centre is the first and only social ocean enterprise in Vietnam which aims to promote human and environmental health via watersports. MANTA’s watersports-trained fishermen teach watersport to guests, in turn guests support sustainable development goals and…

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Building a Leadership Development Culture with Sam Romijn 1:27:56

5M ago1:27:56

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Can local churches intentionally grow their own ministry leaders? In this episode of CITN, Rob speaks with Sam Romijn about nurturing a leadership development culture in the local church. They also discuss his surprising journey into senior pastoral leadership, local outreach, and multisite church. San is the Lead Pastor of Coquitlam Alliance Churc…

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A Sport Policy for Everyone to Love (with Sport NB CEO Cheryl MacDonald) 1:01:20

5M ago1:01:20

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Cheryl Macdonald is the CEO of Sport New Brusnwick. She holds a PhD in Social & Cultural Analysis from Concordia University and completed a postdoctoral fellowship in building inclusive sporting communities at the University of Alberta. She was also the co-editor of Overcoming the Neutral Zone Trap: Hockey's agents of change (2021). Sport New Bruns…

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Embracing Diversity in the Church with Terry Sanderson 1:12:44

5M ago1:12:44

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What happens when a pastor uproots his life, late in his career, to embrace a new community and culture? In this episode of CITN, Rob speaks with Terry Sanderson about his ministry journey from St. Louis to Toronto and how his community navigated the challenges of rapid church growth in a few years. They also discuss the church's commitment to inte…

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Discoveries from Leaders at the Pipeline Symposium - Part 2 54:45

5M ago54:45

54:45

How do we confront the Canadian clergy shortage crisis? On November 18-20, over fifty ministry leaders gathered from across Canada at Muskoka Woods Camp for the first-ever Pipeline Symposium. Many invitations were sent out, and some couldn't attend, but there was a strong representation of denominational, academic, parachurch, and local church lead…

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The Athlete Brand (with Thomas van Schaik) 50:25

5M ago50:25

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Thomas van Schaik is a globally recognized expert in athlete branding with over 25 years of experience in the sports industry. He has collaborated with iconic athletes like David Beckham, Leo Messi, and Kobe Bryant at Adidas, where he developed award-winning brand campaigns. As the former Chief Marketing Officer for the Dutch Olympic and Paralympic…

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Discoveries from Leaders at the Pipeline Symposium - Part 1 49:41

5M ago49:41

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How do we confront the Canadian clergy shortage crisis? On November 18-20, over fifty ministry leaders gathered from across Canada at Muskoka Woods Camp for the first-ever Pipeline Symposium. Many invitations were sent out, and some couldn't attend, but there was a strong representation of denominational, academic, parachurch, and local church lead…

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Alpha, Emerging Generations, and Leadership with Shaila Visser 1:22:58

6M ago1:22:58

1:22:58

With rising digital distraction and pastoral shortages, is the church prepared to reach emerging generations? In this episode of CITN, Rob speaks with Shaila Visser about the remarkable growth of the Alpha program and its impact on youth ministry. They explore insights from recent research on emerging generations, highlighting the significant spiri…

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Bloomsbury Football (with Charlie Hyman) 30:10

6M ago30:10

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Charlie Hyman founded Bloomsbury Football in 2018. As CEO, he has experience in coaching, management, marketing, strategy, business development and financial operations. Charlie also advises businesses, charities and governing bodies within the sports industry. In 2021, Charlie was London Sport’s Inspirational Young Person of the Year and was a Spo…

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Military Chaplaincy and Co-vocational Ministry with Jason Mills 1:05:17

6M ago1:05:17

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In this episode of CITN, Rob Chartrand interviewed Jason Mills, Dean of Briercrest Seminary. This in-house guest talked about his journey from Church ministry, to chaplaincy and teaching, and how God's calling for his life has led him on a ministry journey across Canada. Rob and Jason discuss chaplaincy and the position's unique opportunity to conn…

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Sport and Newcomer Integration (with Winnipeg Newcomer Sport Academy) 59:06

6M ago59:06

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Carolyn Trono is the founder / volunteer executive director of WNSA. She has worked in the sport system in Canada and Winnipeg for ovin 30 years in many leadership positions. She is the Winnipeg Newcomers Sport Academy founder and is currently the Director of Quality Sport Development for the Sport for Life Society (a national multisport organizati…

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Learning from a Colombian Church Planter with Hernando Munoz 1:29:58

6M ago1:29:58

1:29:58

Newcomers are arriving to Canada from around the world, including Latin America. What is God up to? In this episode of CITN, we speak with Hernando Munoz about his adventures in church planting in both Toronto and Calgary. We talk about the unique intercultural model of First Alliance Church as well as how God is at work in Latin America - and what…

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Planting the Gospel in East Vancouver with Jake LeFave 55:53

6M ago55:53

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Sometimes, God takes our well-laid plans and turns them upside down for his glory. In this episode of CITN, we speak with Jake LeFave about church planting during a time of global disruption. We explore the heart-realities that ministry leaders wrestle with, the surprise of God's gracious redirection, and the challenges of planting the gospel in Ea…

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Sport and the Participatory City (with Every One Every Day Kjipuktuk/Halifax) 39:15

7M ago39:15

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Tineke Weld is the neighbourhood project designer with everyone everyday Halifax. Her background is in Community Development, particularly working with young people and new entrepreneurs. She am serious and curious about building meaningful, present connections, and getting to know and create new versions of our community along the way. Every One E…

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Move-In and the Canadian Missional Awakening with Nigel Paul 1:24:26

7M ago1:24:26

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What happens when regular Christians move in among the unreached, urban poor? In this episode of CITN, we speak with Nigel Paul about a missional movement of people who are moving into some of the most challenging neighbourhoods across Canada (and around the world). We also discuss the challenge of leading a movement while staying invested in your …

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Setting the Standard for Sustainability in Sport (with Climate Pledge Arena) 33:47

7M ago33:47

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Brianna Treat is the director of sustainability at climate pledge arena. Climate Pledge Arena is a transformational project. It is the most significant private investment ever made in Pacific Northwest sports and entertainment history. In partnership, Oak View Group, the Seattle Kraken, and the City of Seattle set out to reimagine and redevelop an …

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Truth and Reconciliation and Canada's Indigenous Peoples with Howard Jolly 1:16:15

7M ago1:16:15

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Why should churches be paying attention to National Truth and Reconciliation Day? In this episode of CITN, we speak with Howard Jolly about his journey into pastoral ministry. We also discuss the challenges and dreams he has for Canadian Indigenous churches. Howard is the Executive Director of Indigenous Alliance Churches of Canada. You can support…

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Intentional Leadership Pathways for Youth Ministries with Chris Whitelaw 57:39

7M ago57:39

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Why are young people no longer pursuing careers in ministry? This week on the podcast, we have an in-studio conversation with Rob, Geoff, and Kaitlin, PLUS our guest Chris Whitelaw, Youth Pastor of Beulah Alliance Church in Edmonton. Together they explore some of the causes of the shortage of young workers, both culturally and within the church. Th…

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Going Beyond Sport (with Fred Turner) 47:44

8M ago47:44

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Fred Turner is the executive director of Beyond Sport. He leads efforts to place sport at the heart of addressing the world's most pressing issues through funding, capacity building, partnerships and campaigning. He has led a period of transformational growth for the Foundation, resulting in new programs and initiatives supported by increased incom…

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Co-Pastoring, Mergers, and Multi-Site with Brandon and Emma Richardson 1:28:17

8M ago1:28:17

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How do you lead through successive seasons of rapid change? In this episode of CITN, we speak with Brandon and Emma Richardsons about church planting, growth, mergers, and multi-site. We also discuss co-pastoring as a couple and navigating family in ministry. Brandon and Emma are the founding planters of SLATE Church and Co-Pastors of BASE Church i…

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Helping Women in Prostitution Find Purpose with Jacquie Meyer 57:31

8M ago57:31

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Is human trafficking an overseas problem or a Canadian problem? In this episode of CITN, we speak with Jacquie Meyer about the stigma surrounding women trapped in prostitution and addiction. We also discuss the challenges of leading a growing organization and staying healthy in an intense ministry environment. Jacquie is the founder and Executive D…

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Connecting us to Place Through Sport (with Mhor Outdoor) 53:27

9M ago53:27

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Rachel May has worked in sport for Development since 2014. Previously as Partnerships Manager for the Homeless World Cup Foundation and Project Manager for ENGSO. Rachel grew up in Aberdeenshire and was raised hiking – she loves snow and mountain-based sports. Rachel is qualified as a UK Mountain Leader and enjoys sharing new experiences with peopl…

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Learning From The Old Youth Guys with Roger Reid 1:01:50

9M ago1:01:50

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What can we learn from veteran youth workers who have served in youth ministry for over thirty years? For part seven of this week's summer series, "Learning from the OLD Youth Guys," we speak with Roger Reid, Youth Specialist with Hillside Church in Moncton, NB. There is no -pre-show for our summer series, but you can expect our team of co-hosts to…

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Learning From The Old Youth Guys with Chet Kennedy 53:44

9M ago53:44

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What can we learn from veteran youth workers who have served in youth ministry for over thirty years? For part six of this week's summer series, "Learning from the OLD Youth Guys," we speak with Chet Kennedy, the Student Ministries Team Lead at First Alliance Church in Calgary, AB. There is no -pre-show for our summer series, but you can expect our…

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Learning From The Old Youth Guys with Grover Bradford 1:03:29

9M ago1:03:29

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What can we learn from veteran youth workers who have served in youth ministry for over thirty years? For part five of this week's summer series, "Learning from the OLD Youth Guys," we speak with Grover Bradford, Discipleship Pastor with Heritage Christian Academy in Calgary, AB. There is no -pre-show for our summer series, but you can expect our t…

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Sport in Times of Crisis (with Matt Readman, Dark Horses) 1:03:04

9M ago1:03:04

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Matt Readman joined Dark Horses in 2019 to lead the agency's strategic output having previously been Strategy Director at both AnalogFolk and WCRS. He has a long track-record of working in sport and creativity, and is passionate about how sport influences the biggest issues in our society.Dark Horses is a creative agency specialising in sport, fitn…

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