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Jessica Kearsey

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EXCELLENCE AWARDEE: Woman of Distinction

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EXCELLENCE AWARDEE: Woman of Distinction

Jessica Kearsey

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Jessica is a seasoned employment and labour lawyer. Jessica was called to the bar of Ontario in 2005 and the Law Society of BC in 2023. Jessica spent the first six years of her practice as in-house union

The Lakes College Culinary Club (TLCCC) started with a team of 12 students and has now expanded to over 30 members, showcasing its continued success through participation in college events and even catering for local community organisations. This program not only imparts valuable culinary skills but also teaches the significance of community service, fosters practical abilities and cultivates a professional work ethic. Spanning ages 11 to 18, the Culinary Club challenges students to create elaborate six-course degustation dinners and manage large-scale catering for college gatherings. Chloe, a Year 7 student, praises the program for imparting essential life skills in an enjoyable way among friends. Likewise, Emily values the connections she forms despite the program’s demanding pace. Under the guidance of Chef Joel, TLCCC contributes to the college’s ethos and the students’ personal growth. The program’s commitment to local ingredients and culinary adventures is evident as it expands to include barista training and Responsible Service of Alcohol certification. The program seamlessly merges science, art and food technology, promoting discipline and shared responsibility. TLCCC embodies a commitment to service, community engagement and student leadership, cementing its unique character and contribution to The Lakes College.

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counsel to a municipal police union and the following five years as an employer counsel at a large hospital system. She has appeared in hundreds of labour arbitrations and administrative proceedings before the OHRT and OLRB, as well as Superior Court. Jessica then moved to private management-side practice at Norton Rose Fulbright as Counsel for two years and joined Deloitte Legal as Partner in Employment and Labour in January 2020. Jessica taught labour law at Osgoode Hall from 2012 to 2016, and also taught labour advocacy at the University of Ottawa law school in 2022. Jessica’s practice focuses on good employee and labour relations, including workplace investigations and management training.