Laila 
Careers rarely move in straight lines. Mine sure didn’t: journalism, private investigation, public relations, human resources, corporate planning, coaching, innovation and culture transformation. I also took on a range of side gigs along the way, often out of curiosity (rocking the turntables as a DJ or acting as a standardized patient for evaluating would-be physicians, among other odd-ball ventures), and sometimes out of necessity after unexpectedly finding … Read more
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney earned a rare standing ovation following his speech to world leaders in Davos last month. And if you’ve engaged with fellow Canadians since, you’ve no doubt noted the swell in national pride that has erupted in its aftermath, regardless of political stripes. Like many around the world, we were reassured and inspired by the Prime Minister’s remarks. Not least of which because they highlighted an approach that we at … Read more
Amid this year’s chaotic news cycle, an encouraging story may not have made it onto your radar: Canada’s Grocery Code of Conduct came into effect on January 1, 2026. The country’s five biggest grocers (Costco, Empire, Loblaw, Metro, and Walmart) joined 150 others in signing on to the Code, which aims to bring greater transparency and stability to this essential industry. What you won’t see in mainstream news headlines is how this agreement between competitors and their suppliers came to be. That’s where the Ottawa Business … Read more
Written by Laïla Ouazzani-Touhami In the fast-paced world of corporate dynamics, mere adaptation to industry trends isn’t enough; continuous evolution of skills and knowledge is paramount. As such, training emerges as the de facto solution to fix it all. But how do you choose the right one for your team? First, why Invest in Corporate … Read more
Written by Hira Naeem The Intersol team is dedicated throughout the year to providing the finest consultation and training services to our valuable clients across Canada. All the efforts put into our work are translated into numbers at year-end, making it a critical time for finance teams. The fiscal year end is the date on which … Read more
Written by Laïla Ouazzani-Touhami At the end of every year, organizations across the world look back at the last 12 months and ask themselves… How many KPI’s were met? What are the numbers telling us? What were our big wins and losses? One important and often overlooked factor is work culture. Are you asking yourself: … Read more
Written by Laïla Ouazzani-Touhami Investing in business training can be a game-changer in today’s competitive corporate landscape. Empowering your team with the skills and knowledge they need. It helps build their confidence, paves the way for increased productivity, innovation, overall performance and enables them to feel valued in the workplace. However, not all training is … Read more