Activism comes in many forms with Dr. Robyn Bourgeois - Toronto - Canada‘s Podcast

<p><a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/robyn-bourgeois-b2b82a98/'>Dr. Robyn Bourgeois</a> (Laughing Otter Caring Woman) is a mixed-race nêhiyaw iskwew whose Cree family comes from Treaty 8 territory (Lesser Slave Lake). She is an associate professor in the Centre for Women’s and Gender studies at Brock University, but is currently serving as the university’s acting Vice-Provost, Indigenous Engagement. As a survivor of multiple forms of violence, Dr. Bourgeois’ research examines violence against Indigenous women and girls, but also Indigenous women’s anti-violence leadership. In addition to speaking and publishing nationally and internationally, Dr. Bourgeois testified as an experiential and expert witness at the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls in October 2018. Along with being an academic, Robyn is an activist, artist, and proud mom to three kids.</p> <p>Learn about the Niagara Leadership Summit for Women at <a href='https://www.niagaralsw.ca'>www.niagaralsw.ca</a></p> <p>The Silicon Valley Bank team in Canada can help you take your next step. Find out more about the bank that has nearly 40 years of global experience supporting venture-backed tech and life science companies and their investors. We’re in Canada to help leading innovators reach the next stage, faster. Visit <a href='https://www.svb.com/canada/connect'>www.svb.com/canada/connect</a>. Silicon Valley bank, helping you move your bold ideas forward, fast.</p> <p>Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our <a href='https://www.youtube.com/canadaspodcast'>YouTube</a> channel and follow us on <a href='https://www.facebook.com/canadaspodcast/'>Facebook</a>, <a href='http://instagram.com/canadaspodcast'>Instagram</a>, <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-podcast/'>LinkedIn</a> and <a href='https://twitter.com/canadaspodcast'>Twitter</a>.</p> <p>Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? <a href='https://canadaspodca