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Victoria Nolan

National Manager
Canadian National Institute for the Blind
Country or state 
Canada
City 
Toronto
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Languages 
English
Timezone 
America/Atikokan

Personal Details

Bio

Victoria Nolan is a world champion rower, TV host, author and advocate for accessibility and inclusion. Faced with a life altering decision after the birth of her first child and losing half of her eyesight to a genetic eye disease, Victoria had to decide: Should she risk having a second child knowing it could mean further loss of sight? Ultimately she chose hope over fear embracing uncertainty. Her remaining sight deteriorated, but it ignited determination to push beyond limits. She went on to represent Canada four fourteen years, winning the World Championships and breaking the world record in New Zealand. Now pursuing her MBA at Queens University, She also serves as national manager for one of Canada’s largest non -profit organizations. Victorias story is one of resilience, Tough choices and inspiring others to overcome life’s challenges.

Current position (1)

National Manager

Canadian National Institute for the Blind

Degrees (3)
Executive (Accelerated) M.B.A.
Smith School of Business (Queens University)
2024 to 2025
M.A. Child Study and Education
University of Toronto
1997 to 1999
H.B.Sc.
University of Toronto
1992 to 1996

Presentations

Presentations (1)
Conquering Rough Waters with Power and Grace

Have you ever felt nervous or unsure about your environment? Have you ever felt like things were happening around you that you had no control over? How often do you feel like you are missing important information to make a sound decision?

Uncertainty, insecurity, and lack of control are all at the root of fear. They are also a direct result of change, and they are part of life every single day for someone who is blind.

With organizations facing more intense change than ever before, it’s no wonder that job dissatisfaction, disengagement, and burnout are on the rise.

Together, we will redefine what is possible when facing the unknown.

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Books & Articles (1)

Beyond Vision: The Story of a Blind Rower, Vicotria Nolan, 2014 Iguana Publishing

Expertise (11)

Leadership
Technology
abrupt climate change Resilience Performance Productivity Accessibility Leadership Motivation Inspiration Teamwork

HRPA competencies

Core Competencies (Primary)
Strategy
Core Competencies (Secondary)
Learning & Development
Health, Wellness & Safe Workplace
Enabling Competencies
Decision-Making Skills
Project Management
Strategic and Organizational Leadership
Recommendations
Why choose me? 

Blindness takes away sight, but grants wisdom to share resilience and grit.

Affiliations
HRPA
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