PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
New Beginnings, Shared Possibilities | January 2026
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Happy New Year, Coaching Community,
I hope you’re all staying warm and safe today as the snow settles in. Wishing you a refreshing and inspiring start to the year after a nourishing holiday break.
There’s something quietly powerful about new beginnings.
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Objectively, December 31 and January 1 are just two days sitting side by side on the calendar—yet as humans, we experience them very differently. One feels like closure; the other like possibility. That subtle pause between what has been and what could be gives us space to reflect, reset, and choose how we want to step forward.
As we enter 2026, the opportunity for coaching is clear. The ICF Global Coaching Study results in Canada highlight that 69% of respondents view increased awareness of the benefits of coaching as the profession’s greatest opportunity in the year ahead. This aligns closely with our theme, Ascend—calling us to thoughtfully expand our reach and deepen understanding of professional coaching. I would love to hear your thoughts.
A warm welcome as well to the 9 new ICF Toronto members who joined us last month. We’re delighted to have you in our community and look forward to supporting your growth, learning, and connection through the chapter. Our New Member Coffee Chats are here to help you get oriented and to meet fellow coaches.
The Executive Committee is hosting an informal Board Nominations Q&A on January 22, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST. This session will help demystify Board service, clarify expectations, and create space for open conversation. If you’re curious about leadership, contribution, or simply want to learn more, you’re warmly invited.
Wishing you a lovely year ahead, and I look forward to all that we’ll create together in 2026! |
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IN THIS ISSUE | January 2026
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News and Announcements
Coaching Community Notices
Ads
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Step Forward. Shape the Future.
Our Board plays a critical role in guiding the vision, strategy, and impact of our Chapter—and now is your opportunity to be part of that leadership. The call for Board nominations is open until the end of the month, and we invite passionate, thoughtful, and committed members of our ICF Toronto community to consider stepping forward, or to encourage a fellow member they admire to do so.
Serving on the Board is a meaningful way to contribute your expertise, expand your leadership skills, and help shape decisions that matter for our chapter and coaching community. Whether you are a seasoned leader or emerging in your governance journey, your perspective can make a difference.
To support those who are curious to learn more or are considering a nomination, the Executive Committee is hosting an informal Board Nominations Q&A on January 22, 2026, at 12:00 PM (noon). This session will demystify the role, clarify expectations, and provide space for open conversation. You can register by clicking HERE. |
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If you’ve ever thought as a member, “I could make an impact,” this is your moment. Join us and explore what’s possible!
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Start the New Year with Purpose
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NEW ICF TORONTO CHAPTER MEMBERS!
We're thrilled to have you as part of our coaching community.
We look forward to an exciting journey ahead with you. |
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Genadyne Charr
Shona Kennedy
Rana Knio
Kristy Lee
Murali Murthy |
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Lingqun Pan
Tanya Poppleton
Laetitia Villetorte
Beverly Zhai |
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As a new ICF Toronto Chapter member, we’d love to hear your feedback! Please take a few minutes to complete our survey by clicking HERE. |
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The ICF Toronto Chapter has an exciting lineup of events in the coming months! From engaging community hubs and peer coaching to new-member coffee chats, member spotlights and more. We’re continually adding new opportunities designed to support your professional development and strengthen our coaching community. There’s something for every coach looking to learn, connect, and grow!
By participating, you’ll not only enhance your skills and earn valuable learning hours, but also build meaningful relationships within a supportive and collaborative community.
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Explore the calendar below for the rest of January’s events, or click on it to view the live calendar, register for upcoming sessions, and see what’s coming up in the months ahead. Stay informed and never miss an event! 👇
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- January 7 - March 4, 2026 (5 sessions) | Tools We Love: Human Design for Entrepreneurship & Impact | A CEI Five-Part Learning Series | Human Design offers a simple, accessible way for coaches to understand how people work, relate, and make decisions
CLICK HERE TO READ MORE
- January 9 - July 10, 2026 | The Neuro-Affirmative Mentor Coaching Circle Elevating Coaching Excellence | The Neuro-Affirmative Mentor Coaching Circle is group Mentor Coaching for competency and inclusion designed to elevate coaching excellence through a neuro-affirming Lens
CLICK HERE TO READ MORE
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- January 14 - March 18, 2026 | CEI: Facilitators’ Community of Practice: From 1-1 to Many | A reflective, practice-based learning arc for coaches who facilitate groups, teams, and systems | CLICK HERE TO READ MORE
- January 14, 2026 | ICF Toronto Reciprocal Peer Coaching Program, Kickoff Call | Reciprocal (peer) coaching is a process where professional coaches partner, alternating roles as coach and coachee in a collaborative, confidential environment. It involves coaches working together as equals, supporting each other’s development | CLICK HERE TO READ MORE
- January 15, 2026 | Member Coffee Chat | We’re excited to invite our members to an informal Coffee Chat — a chance to connect, learn more about your local coaching community, and discover how the Chapter can support your growth and engagement as a coach | CLICK HERE TO READ MORE
- January 15, 2026 (first session of 9) | Navigating Ethical Dilemmas | ICF Toronto is excited to launch a new series in 2026 on Navigating Ethical Dilemmas in collaboration with Jenny Barkan, ACC, member of the Independent Review Board (IRB) that oversees ICF’s Ethical Conduct Review (ECR) process, Leadership Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Mentor Coach | CLICK HERE TO READ MORE
- January 22, 2026 | Community of Practice, Science & Spirituality | The Coach’s Inner World: Using Self-Awareness as a Psychodynamic Coaching Tool | This space is born from a shared curiosity — to explore how evidence-based science and lived spiritual wisdom can together deepen the art and practice of coaching | CLICK HERE TO READ MORE
- January 28, 2026 | Coaching Circle: The Business of Coaching | Join us for a lightly facilitated, peer-powered coaching circle (mastermind) where we talk about what it really takes to build a sustainable, aligned practice. Just real talk with fellow coaches who are figuring it out, too
CLICK HERE TO READ MORE
- February 5, 2026 | ICF Core Competencies Practice Lab - Evokes Awareness | The ICF Core Competencies Practice Lab is an experiential learning series designed for coaches to explore, practice, and deepen their understanding of the ICF Core Competencies — live and in real time
CLICK HERE TO READ MORE
Don't forget to click on the event calendar above to view the full list of upcoming events! |
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Call For Volunteers: Co-create the future of coaching in Toronto!
Join the ICF Toronto Committees and help us nurture a sustainable, thriving foundation for our community of coaches — today and for years to come. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE!
Interested? Please fill out the volunteer form by clicking on the link below and contact Heather at: info@icftoronto.com if you have any questions. |
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