Paddling Forward: A Journey to the Nahanni River
presented by Canso Investment Counsel

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On August 26th, a remarkable journey began as 17 participants set out on a 10-day expedition along the legendary Nahanni River, one of Canada’s most awe-inspiring waterways. Winding through the untamed wilderness of the Northwest Territories, the Nahanni is renowned for its dramatic canyons, thundering waterfalls, and geological wonders found nowhere else on earth.

This all-women’s expedition united business leaders and military members in a powerful 240-kilometre paddle through remote and rugged terrain. Along the way, they faced both physical and mental trials—yet it was in these moments of challenge that bonds were forged, resilience deepened, leadership skills deepened and unlocked profound opportunities for self-growth.

Now back from this life-changing adventure, please join us for a riveting Fireside chat with some of the expedition’s participants: Warrant Officer Katherine Vick, Jacqui Szeto, Canso Investment Counsel Ltd., and True Patriot Love’s Chief Development Officer Meighan Bell.

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Participant Bios:

Warrant Officer Katherine Vick

Katherine is currently a Warrant Officer with the Canadian Forces Military Police. She joined the military in January 2008 and has served in Cold Lake, AB, Bagotville, QC, and Borden, ON. She is currently serving in Winnipeg, MB.

Katherine did a tour in Afghanistan, where she was a member of the Tactical Air Security Officer team. While in Afghanistan, she completed 54 tactical flights. Her roles have also included course instructor for both the Canadian Forces Military Police Academy as well as the Royal Canadian Air Force Academy where she was a Primary Leadership Qualifications instructor and currently Police Operations Manager.

Recently, Katherine was diagnosed with adjustment disorder and an Operational Stress Injury, which she continues to work through with therapy and self-care.At home, she focuses on being a mom and wife. Her husband, Brendan, is also a military member.

Jacqueline Szeto-Meiers, CIM – Vice President, INVESTMENT PROGRAMS, Canso Investment Council

Jacqui graduated from the University of Toronto with a Bachelor of Commerce degree and has extensive experience in capital markets across Asia and North America. She spent over 20 years at TD Securities as Vice President & Director in Debt Capital Markets and Institutional Fixed Income Sales. Today, she is Vice President of Investment Programs at Canso Investment Counsel Ltd., a leading independent investment management firm overseeing over $60 billion in assets.

Throughout her career, Jacqueline has been deeply engaged in advancing the investment industry and supporting women in leadership. She is a former President of Women in Capital Markets and has served on the Boards of Women in Capital Markets, Branksome Hall, Smooth Commerce and the Canadian Bond Investors Association (CBIA), where she currently chairs the Programming and Membership Committee. She also played a key role as Co-Chair of the CORRA transition in cash securities for the Bank of Canada. Currently, she is on the Board of Reformulary, Little Canada and NarrowContent.

Passionate about leadership and community impact, Jacqueline is a dedicated supporter of the True Patriot Love Foundation (TPL). She co-chairs the National Captain Nicola Goddard Fundraising Committee, which celebrates women’s leadership, bravery, and resilience. In 2025, despite having no prior camping or paddling experience, she joined TPL’s all-women expedition on the Nahanni River, spending two weeks in the wilderness and paddling 240 km. Leveraging her network, she raised awareness for female veterans and funds for programs benefiting military families and veterans.

Meighan Bell, Chief Development Officer, True Patriot Love

Meighan is dedicated to supporting philanthropic causes and contributing to meaningful change through her work. Meighan joined True Patriot Love in November 2019 and has been instrumental in advancing the Foundation’s mission to support Canadian military families through strategic fundraising and innovative programs. Her goal is to continue expanding the organization’s reach and impact across Canada. In her personal life, she is a volunteer with the Toronto Chapter of the University of Waterloo Alumni Committee and is a new mother.