This talk explores the power of taking a question into nature to find clarity and fresh insight. Meet Dave – Chief Exploration Officer, Master Coach, and Nature’s Biggest FanDavid Graham isn’t your typical executive coach. Before founding EDGE3, he was captivating audiences as an actor, charming travelers as a cruise director, and navigating boardrooms as a marketing exec. Now, he’s just as likely to coach a CEO under a canopy of trees as in a boardroom. Why? Because Dave believes the clearest insights come when you step away from the noise and into nature.With 30+ years of leadership experience, Dave is a trusted, inspiring coach to Canada’s top leaders. As Chief Exploration Officer of EDGE3 and faculty at Royal Roads University, he guides leaders and teams on transformational journeys blending reflection with outdoor adventure to uncover purpose and sharpen impact.A triathlete and lifelong explorer, Dave helps others find their unique “EDGE” where clarity, courage, and performance converge. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

What if learning felt more like play? This talk explores how comics and storytelling transform learning into fun. Alina Pete is an award-winning nehiyaw (Cree) comic artist and author from Little Pine First Nation in Saskatchewan. They blend comic art with traditional storytelling techniques to create engaging, informative comics that engage the broader community. Their work has been published internationally, and examines such topics such as truth and reconciliation, mental health, language reclamation, and ending gender-based violence. Their vision is to carry the flame of learning so that Indigenous youth can build a sustainable future that weaves tradition and technology.As part of this vision, Alina works as a mentor to guide the next generation of emerging Indigenous cartoonists as part of the Indigenous Comic Creators Program with the National Museum of the Native American. They are a multi-disciplinary creator, working in comics, animation, VFX and VR. Alina lives and works on the unceded lands of the Kwantlen, Musqueam, Katzie, Semiahmoo, Tsawwassen, Qayqayt, and Kwikwetlem peoples. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Why should a blind woman love makeup, and what does that teach us about inclusive design? In this honest, funny, and insightful talk, content creator and accessibility advocate Molly Burke shares her journey through a visual industry that too often forgets those who can’t see it. From scent-coded lipsticks to tactile shampoo bottles, she shows how universal design isn’t just good for disabled people - it's good for business and for everyone. With sharp insight and wonderful humor, Molly Burke makes the case that inclusion isn’t inspiration, it’s innovation. And if brands want to stay relevant, they need to start designing as if everyone counts.Molly Burke is a motivational speaker, disability advocate, author, digital creator and changemaker redefining what it means to be seen. Diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa at four, she lost most of her vision by 14 but gained purpose. Today, she’s a bestselling author, speaker, model, and digital pioneer with 5M+ followers, known for her honesty, humor, and unfiltered insight. From the UN in NYC to L.A. Fashion Week, from Audible originals to beauty campaigns with Dove, Aerie, and Google, Molly blends advocacy with art. She’s the first blind content creator to pass 1M followers and a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree. Her memoir UNSEEN explores what it means to be truly visible in a world that often overlooks difference.This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

In "The Paradox of Borders," I share a personal journey that reveals the mental boundaries we create for ourselves. In this talk, I introduce the idea that the most significant borders are not geographical but mental constructs that limit our potential. I reflect on overcoming academic challenges and achieving success in animation and storytelling, emphasizing the importance of resilience and personal growth. I highlight our obligation to share meaningful stories that inspire and connect with others. Through my experiences, including writing a film based on true events, I illustrate how embracing these narratives can transform perspectives. Ultimately, I encourage the audience to confront and cross their mental borders, reminding them that the journey toward who they can become starts with their own stories. “Jacques is a film director and cinematographer with over 30 years of experience. He has worked on films, documentaries, and global commercials. He has filmed across Saudi Arabia, possesses a deep understanding of the culture and language, and shares his expertise with the new generation.” This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Intervention filmée lors du TEDxChâteauroux 2025 : Vivants ! Cité du Numérique, Châteauroux, Indre, Centre Val de Loire, le 06/06/2025 Plus d’informations sur : http://tedxchateauroux.fr#dhole #espece #protection #reservenaturelle #museum #mnhn Son expertise : Coordinateur européen pour la conservation des dholes, une espèce de canidés asiatiques en danger. Son métier : Éthologue, Responsable pédagogique de la réserve de la Haute Touche. Qu’est ce qui le caractérise : Entre terrain scientifique et transmission au grand public, Patrick œuvre pour retisser le lien entre l’humain et le vivant. Notre pourquoi : Lorsqu’il nous dit “La nature n’est pas une ressource, c’est une relation.” Nous brûlions d’envie de le questionner ! Homme de science et pédagogue, son témoignage précieux méritait un écrin, notre rond rouge. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Intervention filmée lors du TEDxChâteauroux 2025 : Vivants ! Cité du Numérique, Châteauroux, Indre, Centre Val de Loire, le 06/06/2025 Plus d’informations sur : http://tedxchateauroux.fr#design #ecodesign #matiere Son expertise : Designer amoureux de la matière. Après un parcours de designer industriel dans les plus grandes agences, et un voyage initiatique au japon, il s'engage radicalement pour des projets qui font sens. Qu’est-ce qui le caractérise : Laurent n’est pas venu seul, il est venu à notre rencontre habité par sa rencontre avec un arbre. Notre pourquoi : Touché par son approche singulière du cycle de la matière : du design d’objet à la racine des chênes, nous avons voulu nous ouvrir à ce futur désirable qu’il nous conte comme personne. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx