Benjamin Gillard
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Emily Tsui
Benjamin Gillard served as the President of the Association of Political Science Students with remarkable dedication and extraordinary leadership. Under his tenure, he revamped the Association with great success that can be measured by short and long term metrics. In his role, he led a team of 14 executive members, 15 college representatives, a junior mentorship team, and the Undergraduate Journal of Political Science Board of Directors, to organise some of the most widely attended events and programming for political science students on campus. Under his leadership, the Association was awarded "Best Course Union of the Year." His long-term commitment to the organisation is shown through establishing a legacy of sustainably run lunch and learn roundtable events, panel discussions, mentorship program, joint winter social, strategic planning sessions, and currently chairing the organisation's Past Presidents' Association. It was an absolute pleasure to have worked with Benjamin, and I am confident that he will bring his enthusiasm, successful leadership, initiative, and commitment to every task he embarks on in the future.
William Schatten
Ben was an amazing APSS executive. His leadership over the past year has had a meaningful and lasting impact on the student association. Through insightful analysis, problem solving, and sound leadership, Ben managed to completely redesign the public presence of APSS and thus increase student membership and participation. As the recipients of the 2014 Course Union of the Year award, the APSS exec's hard work has been recognized by both the Political Science Department and the University of Toronto. APSS is one of the largest student associations at the University, so it is no small feat to manage this association successfully.
Emily Tsui
Benjamin Gillard served as the President of the Association of Political Science Students with remarkable dedication and extraordinary leadership. Under his tenure, he revamped the Association with great success that can be measured by short and long term metrics. In his role, he led a team of 14 executive members, 15 college representatives, a junior mentorship team, and the Undergraduate Journal of Political Science Board of Directors, to organise some of the most widely attended events and programming for political science students on campus. Under his leadership, the Association was awarded "Best Course Union of the Year." His long-term commitment to the organisation is shown through establishing a legacy of sustainably run lunch and learn roundtable events, panel discussions, mentorship program, joint winter social, strategic planning sessions, and currently chairing the organisation's Past Presidents' Association. It was an absolute pleasure to have worked with Benjamin, and I am confident that he will bring his enthusiasm, successful leadership, initiative, and commitment to every task he embarks on in the future.
William Schatten
Ben was an amazing APSS executive. His leadership over the past year has had a meaningful and lasting impact on the student association. Through insightful analysis, problem solving, and sound leadership, Ben managed to completely redesign the public presence of APSS and thus increase student membership and participation. As the recipients of the 2014 Course Union of the Year award, the APSS exec's hard work has been recognized by both the Political Science Department and the University of Toronto. APSS is one of the largest student associations at the University, so it is no small feat to manage this association successfully.
Emily Tsui
Benjamin Gillard served as the President of the Association of Political Science Students with remarkable dedication and extraordinary leadership. Under his tenure, he revamped the Association with great success that can be measured by short and long term metrics. In his role, he led a team of 14 executive members, 15 college representatives, a junior mentorship team, and the Undergraduate Journal of Political Science Board of Directors, to organise some of the most widely attended events and programming for political science students on campus. Under his leadership, the Association was awarded "Best Course Union of the Year." His long-term commitment to the organisation is shown through establishing a legacy of sustainably run lunch and learn roundtable events, panel discussions, mentorship program, joint winter social, strategic planning sessions, and currently chairing the organisation's Past Presidents' Association. It was an absolute pleasure to have worked with Benjamin, and I am confident that he will bring his enthusiasm, successful leadership, initiative, and commitment to every task he embarks on in the future.
William Schatten
Ben was an amazing APSS executive. His leadership over the past year has had a meaningful and lasting impact on the student association. Through insightful analysis, problem solving, and sound leadership, Ben managed to completely redesign the public presence of APSS and thus increase student membership and participation. As the recipients of the 2014 Course Union of the Year award, the APSS exec's hard work has been recognized by both the Political Science Department and the University of Toronto. APSS is one of the largest student associations at the University, so it is no small feat to manage this association successfully.
Emily Tsui
Benjamin Gillard served as the President of the Association of Political Science Students with remarkable dedication and extraordinary leadership. Under his tenure, he revamped the Association with great success that can be measured by short and long term metrics. In his role, he led a team of 14 executive members, 15 college representatives, a junior mentorship team, and the Undergraduate Journal of Political Science Board of Directors, to organise some of the most widely attended events and programming for political science students on campus. Under his leadership, the Association was awarded "Best Course Union of the Year." His long-term commitment to the organisation is shown through establishing a legacy of sustainably run lunch and learn roundtable events, panel discussions, mentorship program, joint winter social, strategic planning sessions, and currently chairing the organisation's Past Presidents' Association. It was an absolute pleasure to have worked with Benjamin, and I am confident that he will bring his enthusiasm, successful leadership, initiative, and commitment to every task he embarks on in the future.
William Schatten
Ben was an amazing APSS executive. His leadership over the past year has had a meaningful and lasting impact on the student association. Through insightful analysis, problem solving, and sound leadership, Ben managed to completely redesign the public presence of APSS and thus increase student membership and participation. As the recipients of the 2014 Course Union of the Year award, the APSS exec's hard work has been recognized by both the Political Science Department and the University of Toronto. APSS is one of the largest student associations at the University, so it is no small feat to manage this association successfully.
Experience
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Anglican Diocese of Toronto
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Canada
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Religious Institutions
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1 - 100 Employee
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Priest-in-Charge, St Thomas, Brooklin
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Sep 2021 - Present
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Curate - Parishes of St. Monica and St. John the Baptist, Norway
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May 2019 - May 2021
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Lay Pastoral Associate, Church of the Incarnation
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Oct 2018 - Apr 2019
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Summer Incumbent - Saint Christopher's, McGregor Bay
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Jun 2017 - Aug 2018
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Massey College
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Canada
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Don of Hall
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Mar 2017 - Mar 2018
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Manager - Summer Residence Programme
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Apr 2016 - Sep 2016
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Northstar Trade Finance
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Canada
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International Trade and Development
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1 - 100 Employee
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Business Development Officer
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Jun 2014 - Jan 2016
Northstar Trade Finance is an internationally recognized specialist that gives Canadian exporters a competitive edge in global trade. By leveraging government agencies and top-tier financial institutions, we craft financing solutions tailored to meet the needs of exporters and their clients in international markets. RESPONSIBILITIES: Liaising with senior public- and private-sector clients to finance Canadian export contracts up to $5,000,000 Providing exceptional client service and building trust by delivering advice that is accurate and reliable; responding to inquiries promptly and with clear set of options; and escalating issues where necessary to senior management Show less
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Intern
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May 2014 - Aug 2014
Supported creative problem-solving and mapped stakeholder relations on complex and contentious issues. Participated in and provided support for facilitation sessions that included public- and private-sector stakeholders. Supported creative problem-solving and mapped stakeholder relations on complex and contentious issues. Participated in and provided support for facilitation sessions that included public- and private-sector stakeholders.
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University of Toronto Association of Political Science Students
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Political Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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President
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Apr 2013 - Apr 2014
Coordinated an executive of eleven students and one faculty advisor. Reformed constitution to include executive restructuring and college representatives. Developed and implemented variety of student programmes and events. Implemented a peer mentorship programme in partnership with the Arts & Sciences Faculty’s STEP Initiative. Chaired strategic planning sessions and paved the way for smooth, seamless executive transition. Awarded the Sanjeev Dewitt Course Union of the Year (2013-2014) by the Arts & Science Students Union. Show less
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North American Model United Nations
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Canada
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Business and Partnerships
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May 2012 - Apr 2014
Conducted a sponsorship campaign that yielded $8,500 in 2013 and $9,400 in 2014. Secured largest sponsorship ($5000) in organization’s history. Created sponsorship package that included a tiered strategy which resulted in 45% growth. Authored year-end reports with recommendations for continued growth and transition management. Conducted a sponsorship campaign that yielded $8,500 in 2013 and $9,400 in 2014. Secured largest sponsorship ($5000) in organization’s history. Created sponsorship package that included a tiered strategy which resulted in 45% growth. Authored year-end reports with recommendations for continued growth and transition management.
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Vice-President, Communications
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Sep 2010 - Apr 2012
Advocated on behalf of students. Organized roundtable discussions and panels. Reformed constitution and presented amendments for ratification. Effectively used social media to create new platforms for engaging with students and promoting services. Advocated on behalf of students. Organized roundtable discussions and panels. Reformed constitution and presented amendments for ratification. Effectively used social media to create new platforms for engaging with students and promoting services.
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Education
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2015 - 2019
University of Toronto - University of Trinity College
Master’s Degree, Divinity -
2010 - 2014
University of Toronto
Honours Bachelor of Arts, Political Science (specialist)
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