Meet Peter
Founder | Thriving Journey Project
Everyone is entitled to a trusted confidant for their thriving journey
I aspire to be that person for you
Toronto resident with a life partner (Home in waterfront tower)
Dad to three adults, brother, uncle, friend
Thriving 3rdAct Leader
Spiritual, curious, fun, gay, generous, traveler
Inclusion Champion & Culture Aware
Certified Professional Coach
Energy Leadership Index™ Master Practitioner
COR.E Transitions Dynamics™ Specialist
Connoisseur of gourmet cuisine and fine wines
Chartered Professional Accountant
Retried EY Partner
Non-Executive Director
Presbyterian Elder and Trustee
Volunteer
Born in Winnipeg
Resided in Toronto, New York, Paris
Healed from Youth Trauma
Wannabee fitness amateur
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That’s all you may need to know
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“Life is not a dress rehearsal”
Inspired by that quote from a dear friend,
Live life to the fullest, as it is precious
Seize opportunities
Overcome perceived barriers
What needs attention in your life?
Life altering transitions
Having experienced significant changes myself, I understand the
challenges and the opportunities they bring
how doubts, questions and obstacles emerge
benefits of coaching and therapy for discerning clarity, and purpose.
My biggest life changes
overcoming mistrust of others due to childhood traumas
divorce
coming out as gay
Other major changes in life
starting a second long-term relationship
managing and growing a career with increasing responsibilities and influence
moving and working in different countries
I strive to help others awaken their energy and capacity to set sail to thriving in life and work, just as I have transformed my own existence beyond survival to a state of thriving
Thriving 3rdAct Leader
Retired from EY, now identifying as a 3rdAct Leader making use of my skills and experience, I have a portfolio of professional activities reflecting my commitment to thriving for others
Navigation Transitions Coach
Non-Executive Director (profit and not-for-profit entities)
Community Builder (entrepreneurial mentorship and advocacy).
Being in my 3rdAct I continue to
Grow and learn as a curious person striving to live authentically without fear, shame, reservation or hesitation
Have a strong commitment of creating positive change to foster a sense of belonging for everyone, especially for LGBTQI+ people and others who face stigma
Enjoy new adventures
Pursue interests, including travel, film festivals, cuisine, and wines
Practice generosity in some way every day
Value sabbath, a day of rest every week
Have fun or create it
Volunteer leader in various community and faith-based settings
How can we collaborate together?
Spiritual
I tap into my spiritual self through the cycle of nature, preferably lakeside or by a sea shore - a daily opportunity at sunrise and then gratitude for another day at sunset,
Professional career
I retired as a senior partner from EY (Ernst & Young), a global Big 4 professional services firm, in 2020 after a career spanning over 39 years. While my career was mostly based in Toronto, serving Canadian-based clients, I also held executive leadership roles in New York City from 2015 to 2020 and in Paris from 1987 to 1990.
Adept at successfully navigating many different cultures and diverse working styles given the international and domestic settings of my career
Advisor to numerous clients ranging from global public entities to entrepreneurial businesses and leading many diverse projects
Held a number of leadership roles for risk management within EY’s assurance service line and for talent change initiatives
Mentored and coached innumerable EY staff and partners
CPA (Chartered Professional Accountant) since 1983
Named “Fellow” (FCPA) in 2013, a peer distinction that is the highest honour conferred upon a select few members by CPA Ontario. Recognized for distinguished leadership to the CPA profession, community, and EY’s LGBTQ+ network.