(March 19) - [Closed] - We will address how religious literacy is relevant to the workplace and how it promotes a greater sense of belonging, more divergent thinking, and thus leads to better results and performance.

(March 26) - [Closed] - Brian will be part of a panel for the Department of the Study of Religion at the University of Toronto that focuses on PhD graduates who are using religious academic studies in ways that promote a positive impact in the community.

(March 31 - April 2) - [ Open ] - Encounter is hosting its annual 3-day police religious literacy program where officers and staff from across the country are invited to come learn about minority religious communities, visit places of worship, and converse with leaders about issues around policing. We will consider how police services can make workplaces inviting to minority officers, how to build trust in these communities, and how to deal with difficult issues around body s

(April 21) - [Closed] - Brian will be providing two talks to police officers from several services as part of a training in religious literacy, in factors to consider when dealing with certain religious minorities, as well as background on geopolitical conflicts playing a big role in our civic life.

July 5 to 11, 2026 [ Registration Open ] Toronto - Discovery Week takes you on a journey both intellectually and experientially where you can taste, smell, and see the world’s religions. You will: Enjoy a Sikh langar meal and watch the community put their scriptures to bed Feel a mosque at Friday prayer and hear the sermon Explore fantastic Hindu temples Observe a Neopagan ritual Meet a Rasta elder Attend the Jewish Shabbat service ….and much, much more. Your registration fe