PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
August 2025 |
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Dear Coaching Community,
While we hope you’ve enjoyed some sunshine and rest this summer, it’s also been a season of progress for our chapter.
One of our biggest milestones was transitioning our administration to the new Base Consulting team.
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Behind the scenes, the board and Base team have been working hard to make this shift seamless. A heartfelt thank you to everyone involved — especially Kim and the Virtual Options team — for your guidance and support through this change. We’re stepping into fall stronger, more connected, and ready to bring even more value to our members. |
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While I did give up a little of my vacation time, I also managed to enjoy some of the best hikes — and an unforgettable moment. This picture of Niagara Falls was taken during a helicopter ride, and for me, it holds two powerful lessons.
First, as a child I had a picture of Niagara Falls in my room. I would often look at it and imagine what it might be like to see it in person. Standing there (or rather, flying above it) reminded me just how powerful visualization and setting intentions can be.
Second, it’s all about perspective. I’ve been on the boat ride right up close to the falls — a thrilling, wet, and awe-filled experience. But seeing it from the air changed everything. It was the same place, yet a completely different experience. |
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As coaches, that’s part of our craft — helping clients shift perspectives that no longer serve them, so they can see new possibilities.
How does this picture — and its story — resonate with you?
Mark Your Calendars!
September brings our Annual Meeting, and we’d love to see you there. This virtual gathering is where the whole board will share updates, reflections, and what’s ahead for our chapter. As members, your participation is essential— we need you to be part of it.
October is all about celebration. Our in-person Awards Event is coming, and we’ve been working hard to make it a memorable evening. |
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You will find the registration links to both these events on the ICF Toronto event page this soon.
This fall, we have many more exciting initiatives in the works — from learning opportunities to new ways to engage with your chapter and peers. And as always, I’d love to connect — you can reach me anytime by clicking HERE.
Looking forward to seeing you in the season ahead!
Best regards, |
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News and Announcements
Coaching Community Notices
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CREDENTIALING JOURNEY INSIGHTS SURVEY |
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We are excited to invite you to contribute to the Credentialing Journey Insights Survey, a key initiative to help us shape a more tailored and practical support system for coaches pursuing ICF credentials at any level.
Estimated time to complete: 12-15 minutes
Deadline to submit: September 2nd, 2025
Let’s co-create a clearer, more supported journey for all coaches. Thank you in advance for sharing your voice! |
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YOUR CREDENTIALING MADE SIMPLE |
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Your go-to resource for ICF requirements, updates, and support events.
ICF Toronto’s Accreditation & Professional Development Support team has created a handy Credentialing Guide that covers everything you need to know—requirements, renewals, recent changes, and upcoming support events. Whether you’re earning your first credential or renewing, this guide will help you stay on track and up to date. |
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CALL FOR MENTOR COACHES & SUPERVISORS
ICF TORONTO CHAPTER |
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Are you an experienced mentor coach (ACC renewed at least once, PCC, or MCC) or a trained supervisor? We’re exploring opportunities to offer group mentor coaching and group supervision to our members in 2026—and we’d love for you to be part of it!
If you’re interested in contributing your expertise to help grow our coaching community, please email: hiba@icftoronto.com to express your interest. Once we hear from you, we’ll connect to co-create these programs together.
Let’s inspire and support coaches—together! |
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⚠️ Member Advisory: Be Cautious of Unsolicited Directory Invitations
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We’ve recently heard from a few of our coaches about online directories reaching out with offers that may appear legitimate. However, those who joined have shared that they have not received any leads from being listed in these directories. Some of these organizations have also been posting profiles without consent, using multiple names, and soliciting memberships.
We encourage you to be cautious with any unsolicited invitations. Before sharing personal information or making a payment, we recommend verifying the legitimacy and value of the source.
Thank you to the members who brought this to our attention—your experiences help us keep our community informed and supported. |
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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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Allyson Steedman
Angel Prescott
Chun Chih Chen
David Jorjani
Emmanuel Dodzi Agbenafa |
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Fiona Zhao
Jason Warren
Larissa Currah
Maham Syed
Micheline El Ters
Natacha Larocque
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Neha Wasu
Nelson Chaves
Roxanne Higgins
Tetiana Kuzina
Urmi Dwivedy
Yevgeniy Khaikhanov
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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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Mark your calendars for our upcoming Hub meeting!
Don't miss your chance to register for an engaging conversation! |
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Showcase Your Business at the ICF Toronto Awards Celebration
Want your business in front of the right audience? Here’s your chance!
For just $50 (members) or $100 (non-members), you can feature your leaflet, bookmark, or promotional item directly in the hands of every participant at our Awards Celebration.
The audience will include a vibrant mix of professional coaches, award winners, and distinguished guests—making this a valuable opportunity to grow your visibility and connections. |
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Reminder: Our Annual Meeting will take place virtually on Thursday, September 18, at 12:00 PM ET. Your participation is vital to stay informed about what the Chapter is doing on your behalf and to vote on key motions that are essential for our continued success.
Please click the link below to register and gain access to the meeting documentation.
Important: If you are unable to attend, you can still vote by proxy on the motions to be presented by using the link below. |
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CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS!
We’re seeking volunteers to support our board committees. If you're interested in contributing, please send your name to Heather, our Chapter Manager, at: manager@icftoronto.com. |
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Are you running an event, workshop or seminar that you would like to promote in our monthly newsletter? This is an ideal way to get your
message into the coaching community and beyond! Find out how you can submit your event (free of charge for ICF Toronto members who have
paid the Activity Fee):
Submission Guidelines. |
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PDLG Business Coaching Advantage – Build Your Confidence, Competence and Credibility | Submitted by: Maggie Coulter, PeopleDynamics Learning Group Inc.
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We are committed to creating inclusive spaces and advocating for equality in the world.
BCA COACHING ESSENTIALS: CORE SKILLS & CREDENTIAL COURSES
Coursework and virtual practicum make for a compact 4 to 6 month program of intense learning, and you complete the training hours and coach assessment required to apply for your ICF ACC credential (with appropriate number of coaching hours). Next intake for BCA Essentials: October 2025.
ICF Level 1 accredited program.
BCA COACHING SUPERVISION
While high quality training is essential for transformational business and leadership coaching, coaching supervision is just as essential to support the coach in their ongoing practice. With BCA Coaching Supervision, coaches have an opportunity to work through any challenges, concerns, and goals within their coaching practice in a development and being-focused relational space.
CCEU’s available.
BCA COACHING ADVANCED
For experienced coaches who want to deepen their skill set and work towards coaching at the PCC level. A rigorous and intensive program, participants will complete the training hours and coach assessment required to apply for your ICF PCC credential (with appropriate number of coaching hours accrued). Next intake: September 2025.
ICF Level 2 accredited program.
Learn more at: peopledynamicslearning.com
Contact us to learn more: call Maggie at: 416-988-5115 or email: info@peopledynamicslearning.com |
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Coaching Neurodiversity at Work – Now Open for Fall 2025 at UBC! | Submitted by: Deborah Shukyn-Plageman, Founder, PersonaGrata Consulting, Coaching Neurodiversity at Work
We’re excited to announce that Coaching Neurodiversity at Work is officially launching as a full program through the University of British Columbia, Extended Learning this Fall!
Following a sold-out pilot, it’s clear there’s growing demand for coach education that integrates neuro-affirming, justice-informed practice. Developed by ICF-credentialed coach, educator, and supervisor Deborah Shukyn-Plageman, this groundbreaking course is grounded in the Integrated Coaching Framework for Neuroaffirmative Coaching (ICF-N).
Designed for coaches, leaders, and changemakers, the program explores the intersection of coaching excellence, equity, and neurodiversity. With continuing education credits (CCEs), live instruction, and intentionally accessible resources, the course meets you where you are—and invites you to stretch toward where coaching can go.
Want to be part of the next cohort? For more information and to sign up, click HERE
Let’s reimagine coaching together—one conversation at a time. |
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Become a CERTIFIED RESILIENCE COACH
Embody & Coach Resilience
Submitted by: Rita McDowall
Are you ready for a profound transformation?
As a coach, you guide others through stress and overwhelm. But what if you could develop the deep resilience to not only lead your clients effectively but also find more ease and strength in your own life?
This science-backed, heart-centred journey is the promise of the Certified Resilience Coach Program (CRCP).
We believe you can't coach what you don't live. That’s why this program starts with you. In under 12 weeks, you'll embody a new level of well-being—feeling stronger, healthier, and more focused yourself.
Then, you’ll receive everything you need to guide your clients to that same success, including:
- A proven, ready-to-use resilience coaching system with cutting-edge tools.
- Frameworks to confidently help clients struggling with burnout.
- Hands-on coaching experience to sharpen your skills.
- 36 ICF Continuing Coach Education credits.
- Connection with a global community of heart-centred coaches.
Upcoming Offering: The next CRCP session begins on September 27, 2025. Use discount code: ICFTORONTO2025 to save $200 on your tuition. For program details and to begin your transformation, visit us here.
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BONUS: Download our resilience coaching guide: Beyond Bouncing Back: A Guide for Coaching Resilience in Yourself, Your Clients, and Staff. Download it here.
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From our Graduates:
"This program doesn’t just add tools to your kit; it changes how you use them." – Martina F.
"I came out of the program feeling much more equipped and confident." – Ana G |
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The Inclusive Leadership Coaching Podcast | Submitted by: Terri Donohue
What might it look like if your coaching practice embraced more inclusivity?
In a world that’s constantly evolving, it’s crucial for us as coaches to be intentional about the impact we create. We have an incredible opportunity to lead the way in building a future where inclusivity is not just an idea, but a reality.
Welcome to The Inclusive Leadership Coaching Podcast—I’m your host, Terri Donohue, your Neurospicy Inclusion Coach! As an ICF/PCC life and leadership coach with a passion for social justice and a specialization in neurodiversity, my mission is to support fellow coaches in building practices that reflect equity, authenticity, and real, lasting change.
In this podcast, we’ll explore how leadership is more than just a title—it’s about behavior, collaboration, and creating impactful, sustainable change. Whether you’re at the beginning of your inclusivity journey or have already made strides, this podcast will offer tools, reflections, and inspiring conversations to help you deepen and grow your practice.
The Inclusive Leadership Coaching Podcast bridges the gap between coaching, inclusion, and leadership—finally!
Episodes drop bi-weekly on Wednesdays. You can also connect with me on LinkedIn for updates, bonus content, and opportunities to collaborate.
Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform like Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inclusive-leadership-coaching/id1724442056 and Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4c0CVlogSvBO3PghRkdtwt and Podbean.
Let’s create a world where inclusive leadership coaching transforms lives, one conversation at a time.
Because change starts with us. |
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CONFLICT MANAGEMENT COACHING WORKSHOP (VIRTUAL) by CINERGY® Coaching through Resolution Pathways
Submitted by: Sharad Kerur
Conflict management coaching is a specialized area within coaching, where coaches support clients to prevent unnecessary conflicts, manage existing disputes, and improve their conflict resolution skills. This workshop will provide participants with:
- An understanding of the CINERGY® model of conflict management coaching, including its theory, principles, and methods.
- Basic knowledge of how to use the CINERGY® model in conflict coaching.
- Insight into the skills needed to be an effective conflict management coach.
- Practical experience with the coaching model in the roles of coach, client, and observer.
- Awareness of how and when to apply this coaching technique.
- Resources and guidelines for the logistics of conflict management coaching.
Participants who attend the full program earn up to 34 ICF credits.
More information can be found at: https://resolutionpathways.com/cinergy-workshop or contact Sharad Kerur at: sharadkerur@resolutionpathways.com
*A discount of $300 is offered to members of ICF and ICF CCEUs who complete this workshop. |
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Want more corporate leadership clients? Get certified to use the most widely accepted measures for EQ, the EQ-i 2.0 and EQ 360! | Submitted by: David Cory
Get certified to use the measures of EQ used by Samsung, Olympus, the Ontario gov't and the gov't of Canada, and many, many more, as the basis for their leadership training and coaching - and get certified by the company that is the first choice of the most progressive companies in the world - The Emotional Intelligence Training Company Inc. (EITC)
EITC was one of the first companies to partner with MHS to offer the EQ-i Certification Course and for the last 26 years we have been the leading provider of the EQ-i 2.0 and EQ 360 Certification Course globally.
Get certified in the 4 half-day live online course and then take your learning deeper with the 2 half-day live online course, Developing EQ where you will learn how to help clients develop their EQ through coaching and training and get a complete turn-key workshop for use in your organization, including participant workbook, interactive exercises and learning activities, video clips, and power-point slides. Learn more. |
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Mentor Coaching with Jo Bennett, ACPC, PCC, ACE | Submitted by: Jo Bennett
Engage with confidence in a personalized 1:1 space where you can flourish as a coach! For five years I have mentored clients in the early stages of their coaching journey: individuals in ICF accreditation programs, those applying for an ACC or PCC credential, as well as ICF members renewing their ACC credential. I am specifically trained in mentor coaching and registered as a mentor coach with ICF. I take a coach approach with mentor clients to deepen their self reflection skills, collaborating to explore growth edges while celebrating current gifts. There is ample time to steep in the ICF Code of Ethics and Core Competencies for rich alignment. We co-generate thoughtful feedback on two or more recorded calls. My coach clients build on insights discovered during and between our sessions as they witness their growth in their own client's results. More information is available on my website: https://solomojo.ca/icf-mentor-coach It is a joy and privilege to work with newer coaches. Their dedication to learning inspires me to grow and thrive as a professional. I look forward to working with you! |
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