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Fergus leads the Dialogue on Technology Project (DoT), housed at Simon Fraser University’s Wosk Centre for Dialogue. At DoT, he works with diverse stakeholder groups and directly with the public to advance more inclusive, accountable and participatory approaches to AI governance. His past work has included co-founding a national climate governance initiative, researching democratic resilience in both Canada and Uganda, and publishing on the intersection of technology and politics.

He holds degrees from Simon Fraser University and the University of Oxford.

Wilma Shim is a Commissioner with the Alberta Human Rights Commission and a sports law instructor in the Faculties of Law and Kinesiology at the University of Calgary. She holds an LLM in Sports Law (DMU) and a Juris Doctor from the University of Calgary. Called to the Bar in 2011, she previously worked for Alberta Justice as a Prosecutor and Barrister and Solicitor for 10 years. 

Wilma is a University of Calgary Senator, a Special Olympics volunteer and coach and a Board Director with Sport Calgary, Alberta Lawyers’ Assistance Society, Association of Women Lawyers and Federation of Asian Canadian Lawyers (Western). Recognized for her leadership and teaching excellence, Wilma is a Lexpert Rising Star, part of Avenue Magazine’s Top 40 under 40, a University of Calgary Teaching Award recipient and was inducted to the Order of the University of Calgary. She was appointed King’s Counsel in 2025.  

Sweta is a dynamic policy professional with experience in public policy, civic engagement, and nonprofit leadership. Originally from Mauritius, she has called Prince Edward Island home since 2016. She currently serves as a Senior Policy Analyst at the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) Faculty of Medicine, where she supports policy development, strategic planning, and accreditation processes.

Previously, she held key roles in federal politics, including as a Policy Advisor and as a Legislative Assistant on Parliament Hill. Sweta also led the PEI Coalition for Women in Government (now PEI Coalition for Women in Leadership) as Executive Director, championing equity, diversity, and inclusion in political leadership.

She holds a Master’s in Political Management from Carleton University and a Bachelor of Science with Honours from UPEI. A recipient of the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal, Sweta is also an active media contributor and community leader. Her work has been recognized for its impact on gender equity, student advocacy, and inclusive governance at all levels.

Jimmy is a federal public servant, where he leads analysis on trade policy and Canada’s response to international tariff measures. His current work focuses on supporting Canadian businesses through global economic disruptions and developing innovative policy solutions. He has held key roles across the federal government, including at Global Affairs Canada and the Privy Council Office, where he managed economic and foreign affairs files and contributed to Canada’s pandemic response and recovery.

As a first-generation Canadian, Jimmy’s journey through Vancouver, Montreal, and Ottawa shapes his approach to bridging economic policy with community impact. He is committed to rethinking established practices and amplifying underrepresented voices to drive meaningful, systemic change.

Previously, Jimmy held research and advocacy roles with the UN Office on Drugs and Crime, the Economist Intelligence Unit, policy think tanks, and non-profit organizations. Outside government, he leads community and wellness initiatives. He holds an MSc from the London School of Economics and a BA from McGill University.

Rafaël brings over ten years of diverse professional experience. Since 2022, he has served as Executive Director of ENSEMBLE for Respect for Diversity, a Canadian organization that combats bullying across the country. Leading a team of around twenty professionals, he stands out for his compassionate and mobilizing leadership. Recognized among the 15 most influential LinkedIn creators in Quebec, he was named one of the top 4 young managers in Quebec by the Regroupement des jeunes chambres de commerce and is listed among the top 20 nonprofit executive directors. In 2025, he was also honoured as a Young Leader by the ESTim Awards.

A committed speaker and columnist in Quebec media, Rafaël is deeply passionate about people, social justice, and communication, which he places at the heart of all his work.