Upcoming Speakers
     
September 10 2026 - Evan Carter

Talk Title: A Canadian
Comedian

As a comedian Evan Carter spends his time observing the world through his eyes, the eyes of a father, son and friend. His likes, dislikes and especially what confuses him provide an endless source of fascination and material.

Evan Carter’s versatility, experience and professionalism has served him well. He moves easily from television, with his own half hour special on CBC, The Comedy Network. Plus his many radio appearances on CBC’s “The Debaters”, “Metro Morning”, “Fresh Air”, “LOL” and on SIRIUS XM.

Evan Carter is also a skilled facilitator. Designing and delivering corporate workshops on change, collaboration, and public speaking. Throughout Canada, the United States and the Middle East.

His favourite venues however are live theatres and clubs. He has worked many of them across North America, as a featured performer with such stars as Gladys Knight, The Temptations, Fats Domino, The Shirelles, Air Supply, Midnight Oil and the late Marvin Gaye.

In the summer of 2015 Evan performed in front of 44,000 people at the Opening Ceremonies of the Pan Am Games. Evan’s new album “You Speak So Well” is available on all streaming platforms.
       
October 8, 2026 - Meghan Nicholls

Talk Title:
Food Banks Mississauga - The State of Food Insecurity in Mississauga

With over 20 years in the nonprofit sector, Meghan worked with organizations dedicated to women’s development, international relief, and youth mental health before joining Food Banks Mississauga in 2009.

Driven to end food insecurity in her own community, she has led Food Banks Mississauga to expand service by 370% while CEO.

Meghan served on Feed Ontario’s Board from 2020 to 2026, including 3 years as Chair. She holds a BA from York University, an Executive Certificate in Non-Profit Management from Georgetown University, and the Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) designation.

In addition to a passion for her work, she enjoys crossword puzzles in a hammock, hanging out with her hubby, cats, and friends, and good cups of English breakfast tea.