Opening Keynote: Leading Through Trama

Brian Knowler, a veteran police officer turned workplace mental health advocate, brings personal and professional insight into how trauma shapes leadership. In this session, he explores the human side of resilience, sharing lessons learned from frontline experience and his work with organizations across Canada. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how leaders can acknowledge their own challenges, support their teams with authenticity, and foster environments where open conversations about mental health are normalized. Brian’s message is clear: stronger leaders create healthier, more resilient workplaces.