Business as Mission Canada Podcast
Episodes
Impact from Ministry to Marketplace, with Chad Vandervalk
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When Chad Vandervalk shifted from pastoring across Canada (literally coast to coast!) to launching Purpose Pivot and leading Strand 360, he set out to...
Building Foundations for Eternity
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When Anthony Ho stepped into the North End of Winnipeg — one of the poorest postal codes in Canada — he didn’t just see boarded-up homes and bro...
Love and Sacrifice through your business, with Sam Dick
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When Sam Dick and his partners brought the first green coffee beans from Myanmar to Canada, they weren’t just starting a coffee company — they wer...
Faith, Ambition and Mission of Business with Chris Morris
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Raised as a missiologist and trained as a cross-cultural missionary, Chris Morris never imagined business would become central to his calling. But thr...
When God Has a Different Plan, with James and Jen
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How many times does God have to call you to something before you can no longer say no? Does it take one sign? Or maybe two or three? For James and Jen...
Finishing Well in the Financial Industry, with John Kok
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it mean to "finish well"? How do we set our sights on God even after a lifetime of mistakes and bad starts? John Kok, President of Navigator...
Integrating Family Into Your Business, with Nouver Cheung
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it look like to integrate family and business? How do you balance that integration while honouring God throughout it all?For Nouver Cheung, ...
When Success Isn't Enough, with Dylan Gallagher
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What makes someone an entrepreneur? Is it a lengthy resume, a heavy academic record, a successful business? Or does being an entrepreneur mean somethi...
Business as a Force for Good, with Carissa Youssef
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What would happen if you decided to use your business, and its profits, for good? Carissa Youssef, Executive Director of One Day's Wages, feels passio...
Real Estate Investment for the Everyday Person, with Thomas Park
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A lightbulb moment. Sometimes that's the way God works to bring people into their callings.The business journey of Thomas Park, the Co-Founder and...
Embracing the Risks of Entrepreneurship, with Nathanael Hollands
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What is your reaction to risks? Do you take all risks that come your way, careless as to the consequences of them? Or do you cautiously avert them?Nat...
Honouring People Through Great Coffee, with John Neate
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do you make your mission statement real to every one in your company?"You pay them."This was the advice John Neate was given by the exec...
The Humbling Path to Surrender, with Jackee Kasandy
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How have the past few years of business been for you? Through the pandemic, through economic hardships, and now through tariffs?For Jackee Kasandy, Fo...
Sustainability for People's Sake, with Chris Chukwunta
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With the goal to improve the sustainable energy of 1 million homes, businesses, and organizations by 2050, it's easy to get focussed on the big pi...
Relying on God Without a Blueprint, with Isaiah Redfern
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What do you do when God calls you to own a business that is so niche, there's very few people to follow?You rely on Him. You look to Him for guida...
Community and Confession Among Competitors, with Enoch Weng
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Could you imagine gathering together a group of your competitors to share a meal? What about using that meal to confess to them, ask for forgiveness, ...
When Business Gets Personal, with Joel Bromley
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever heard of a conversation with a pastor leading to the start of a business?Well that was the story of Joel and Kaitlin Bromley. Joel joine...
No Surprises with God, with John Bakker
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After losing a job he had held for 25 years, God gave John a vision to start his own business. He thought the call was to engineering, as he was famil...
Making Level Ground, with Stacey Toews
26 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you heard of Level Ground Coffee? You know, the coffee that comes in the colourful bag with the fun illustrations on the front? In this episode, ...
Investing in Africa's Future, with David Harlley
12 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Growing up in Ghana, David Harlley witnessed how Africa struggled to develop when it was being supported solely by aid.As he gained experience studyin...
Reimagining and Reshaping Dementia Care, with Andrew Karesa
29 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Has God ever led you somewhere you didn't want to go? Never desiring to be an entrepreneur or work in healthcare, that's exactly where Andrew Karesa f...
Running Your Business Daily with God, with Michael Wall
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How often do you think about how even the small things you do at work are done WITH God? In this episode, Michael Wall, owner and operator of The Wall...
Looking Back and Looking Ahead, with Ruth Ajayi
01 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Want to hear some of BAM Canada's 2024 highlights? What are some things we're looking forward to next year? Hear this and more with BAM Canada's Engag...
Sharing Impactful Stories Through Video, with Cullen Klassen
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered how God will use your previous experiences to prepare you for future work? In this episode, Cullen Klassen, Video Producer and ...
Taking on a Coach-Like Leadership Style, with Cathie Lemmond
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What would be the benefit to your business if you took on a coach-like leadership style? In this episode, Cathie Lemmond, solopreneur and founder of F...
History of the Sacred Secular Divide, with Adrian Langdon
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can we reintegrate faith and work and bridge the sacred-secular divide? In this episode, we welcomed Adrian Langdon, Director of Programs of the ...
Raising the Standards of Beauty and Excellence, with Isaac Musaasizi
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you noticed a narrative of mediocrity in Christian spaces? If so, how do you personally combat this?In this episode, we welcomed as guest Isaac M...
Igniting Passionate Purpose in People, with Gary Gradley
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever met someone really passionate about God's purpose for you? In this episode, Gary Gradley, Impact Purpose Coach at On Purpose People Perf...
Being a Leader Who Knows How to Follow, with Walter Perez
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Why would the act of following make someone a good leader? In this episode, Walter Perez, the Founder and CEO of The Leader Co. explores the topic of ...
Reflecting Our Creator by Creating, with Ana Alexandra Velazquez
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What does it look like to purposefully use our creative skills to reflect God? In this episode, Ana Alexandra Velazquez, a designer, social entreprene...
Being the Good News in Your Industry, with Chris Ferland
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What would it look like to shine Christ's light into your industry? Especially where there's usually bad news? In this episode, Chris Ferland,...
The Putting People First Principle, with Martin Tai
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What does it look like to put others first in your business, even if it doesn't advantage you? In this episode, Abigail spoke with Martin Tai, the...
Trusting God Beyond Your Financials, with Rebecca van Noppen
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can we draw near to and trust God with our financials? In this episode, we welcomed Rebecca van Noppen, author, Co-Owner and Communications and C...
Sustainable and Cost-Saving Stewardship Strategies, with Bruce Taylor
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can we honour God through environmental stewardship? In this episode, we welcomed Bruce Taylor, Founder and President of Enviro-Stewards Inc. and...
The Business of Christian Camps, with Anne Douglas
17 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What can business leaders learn from camps? Other than financially, how can a business leader support the work of Christian camps? Welcome to the Busi...
An Argument for Bivocational Staff, with Andrew Douglas
03 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever considered hiring bi-vocational employees? What would it look like to encourage your employees to live a mission-filled life? Welcome to...
What BAM Has to Do with Global Missions, with Murray Cornelius
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Why should a global missions agency care about the work of BAM? Welcome to the Business As Mission Canada podcast! In this episode, Murray Cornelius, ...
Leading a Values-Based Business, with Donna Cheung
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How do your business values become an integral part of your business' culture? What does it look like to lead this? Welcome to the Business As Mis...
Building Upon a Family Business, with Jason Persall
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What are the family dynamics like in a business that has been passed down for four generations? What advice is there for those looking to develop a fa...
Equipping the Next Gen in Christian Business Ethics, with Laurie Busuttil
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What are Christian institutions doing to raise up the next generation in navigating business ethics? What could they be doing? Welcome to the Business...
Creating Conditions for Others to Flourish, with Kevin McKay
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What does it look like to create the conditions for others to flourish? What does this Kingdom calling look like? Welcome to the Business As Mission C...
A Profound Understanding of God's Kingdom, with Bryan Elliot
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you comprehend what the implications of God's Kingdom is on your life? Welcome to the Business As Mission Canada podcast! In this episode, we ...
Adapting to a Growing Team, with Jason Pohl
27 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What does leadership look like when your team is growing? Welcome to the Business As Mission Canada podcast! In this episode, Jason Pohl, Founder and...
Our Responsibility to Listen and Obey, with Lynn
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is your life marked by listening to the voice of God? How would your life in business be different if you obeyed God's calling? Welcome to the Bus...
Our Birthday List for Canada, with the BAM Canada Team
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On March 1, we're celebrating our third birthday!! Welcome to the Business As Mission Canada podcast! As part of the festive time, we thought thi...
Addressing the Economic Roots of Human Trafficking, with Karen Schmidt
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How do we create freedom from human trafficking? How can we use business to eliminate the barriers to sustained freedom? Welcome to the Business As Mi...
Everyday Kingdom Transformation, with Jordan Taylor
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you desire to deeply understand what Kingdom transformation looks like in your life? In this episode, Jordan Taylor, National Director of Transform...
Catalyzing a Local BAM Movement, with Mike Davies
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How does a local BAM group start? What is the cost and reward to driving this movement locally? Welcome to the Business As Mission Canada podcast! In ...
Being in Business and Following Jesus, with Mike Baer
03 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you applying your business skills and experiences to advance God's Kingdom? Welcome to the Business As Mission Canada podcast! In this episode...
Our 2023 Highlights and 2024 Anticipations, with the BAM Canada Team
20 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What does our team have to say about this past year? What are we looking forward to in the next? Welcome to the Business As Mission Canada podcast! In...
A Gen Z Perspective on BAM, with Madison Johnson
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What's God speaking to those of us in the younger generations? What's our calling if we don't go into church ministry? Welcome to the Busi...
Making Sacrifices as a Redemptive Entrepreneur, with Philip Yan
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If Jesus lived a redemptive and sacrificial life, what would living that kind of life look like for you? How would that impact how you operate your bu...
Facing Hardship in Business, Faith and Homelife, with Clayton Stenson
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Where do you go when you come across obstacles and issues in business? Faith? Life at home? How do you prevent losing your joy in these times? Welcome...
How to Become a Missional Innovator, with Harold DeVries
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Would you describe yourself as a "missional innovator"? What does it look like to love God and your neighbour in your work as a creator? Wel...
The Two-Fold Purpose of Business, with Tim Chan
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you remember what it was like when you first realized that you are designed to integrate your faith into your work and business...? Welcome to th...
The Intersection of Gospel, Church, Culture and Business, with Jon Fuller
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are your eyes open to where God is moving in the culture? What about in your church? Or how about where he’s moving in your business? Welcome t...
Leading the Next Gen in Lifelong Learning, with Andrea Soberg
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What valuable life lesson have you learned from an educator, mentor, family member, or new connection? Welcome to the Business As Mission Canada podca...
People, Prayers and Priorities in Business, with Brian and Emily Heazle
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you actively listening to how God is calling you to operate your business? Are your priorities aligned with his? Welcome to the Business As Missio...
Wealth Encompasses More than Money, with Tim Jenkins
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Business As Mission Canada podcast! Today, we hosted Tim Jenkins, Principal of Trinity Wealth Financial Advisors (a Bronze Partner!). I...
Redeeming Business for God’s Glory, with Peter Marshall
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Take a look at your “loves” and priorities. Where does God fall on that list? Where do “people” fall? And where does money fall? Welcome to th...
A Multidirectional Blessing to the Nations, with Ann Chow
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If we are called to be a blessing to the nations, how can we respond as Christians? What role does business play in this response? Welcome to the Busi...
Business Has Intrinsic Value to God, with Brian Albright
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever considered the intrinsic value that your business has to God? Suppose your business provides a service that promotes human flourishing o...
Living with Purpose – Every Day, with Christine Vezarov-Scholman
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you truly believe that your everyday, mundane moments are abounding with purpose? That God is present in every moment – regardless of the car y...
Ministry Belongs to Us All, with Andrew Bauer
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What is the role of the church in the Business as Mission movement? How can the church be a place of equipping, sending, and enabling its members to s...
Freeing Financial Captives, with Tyler Wain
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“The rich rules over the poor, and the borrower is slave of the lender.” - Proverbs 22:7. Money. We use it every single day and it's a necessa...
How Entrepreneurship, Research and Faith Collide, with Kylie Heales
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do academics tend to struggle with faith the more educated they become...? How does business and Kingdom collide in the academic and research space? I...
EmPOWERing African Villages Through 4 Bottom Lines, with Dan Klinck
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s one thing to provide aid, but what’s really driving sustainability is self-reliance in emerging economies – THAT access to power is so impo...
Finding Your Purpose in the Marketplace, with Mary Ellen Schaafsma
12 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you crystal clear on your business' societal reason for existing? Yes, that's a big question. We know business exists for more than just p...
BONUS: Understanding & Applying a Quadruple Bottomline, with Mats Tunehag
05 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This BONUS episode we wanted to give you a sneak peak into one of our monthly 'Round Tables' where we have practitioners, experts and leaders ...
Seeing Your Business as a God-Given Calling, with Garth Jestley
29 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We live in a post-Christian culture in Canada. So, what does that mean for the way we approach our work and share the Gospel - as people in business ...
Aspiring to Greater Impact through Business, with Karen Schenk
15 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The people around you are a wealth of knowledge and can hold the keys to your success. Through new perspectives and connections, and can even inspire ...
Disrupting 20th Century Mission Methods, with Larry Sharp
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The world today is very different from what it was 50 years ago... Are we entering an era that is shifting from professional missionaries to missional...
The Birth of the Global BAM Movement, with Jo Plummer
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you haven't heard of BAM Global yet, you need to! Business As Mission (BAM) is a global movement - and BAM Canada is only one expression of wha...
Catalyzing 21st Century Mission, with Stephen Mulder
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered: "How can we catalyze the next generation of 21st century missional leaders to build the Church and bring more of Hea...
IT'S OUR 2ND BIRTHDAY: Celebrate Our 2022 Impact and 2023 Vision!
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that BAM Canada launched on March 1, 2021?! 🎂 Yep, we're celebrating two whole years... and we're just getting started! Welcom...
Get To Know Us: Who We Are and Why "BAM" Canada
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You may never have heard of the term "BAM" or "Business As Mission". How do you define it? Why here in Canada? Who are our co-founders, and how did BA...
[Trailer] Business As Mission Canada Podcast
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the podcast! 🇨🇦 Meet our BAM Canada co-founders and learn what you can expect from each episode. As Business as Mission (BAM) Canada,...