About Us

About Us

What began as a 3 day summer camp in 1993 (Youth Leadership Camps Canada) has now grown into Peregrine Leadership, the operation behind events and experiences focused on elevating youth leadership and entrepreneurship across the globe. Having worked with more than 3 million people, Peregrine has the history and know-how that allows us to break the mold on what's considered the average "conference" and instead draw outside the lines in designing events turned experiences. Our small but mighty team works together to produce content that captivates and moments that inspire. Whether we are serving elite CEOs, entrepreneurs, a world-class bureau of empowering speakers, or North America's next generation of leaders, we bring a unique approach to every client's needs. How will we help serve you?

At Peregrine, our team can help you bring your conference or event to life. We can work alongside your needs to find the best keynote speakers and facilitators, we can consult with you on how to make your next conference memorable, or we can plan everything from beginning to end. Just let us know what type of support you need and we will be in touch to turn your next event into an experience that will give your clients a memory of a lifetime.

Our core beliefs and values

Since 1993, our core beliefs and values have remained true, yet evolved with the ever-changing climate of our world.
They are ingrained in all we do:

Hearts

We believe in purpose before profits.


Circles

We value Canadian voices and role models.


Circle Gear

We create inclusive events and experiences that engage a global audience.


Conecentric Circle

We care for our natural environment and work to nurture and protect it in all we do.


Quotes

We know true success takes time and hard work.


Spiral

We devote ourselves to doing more than is expected of us because you deserve it.


Meet the Team

Learn more about the incredible team behind Peregrine's inner-workings.

Stu Saunders
Stu Saunders
Founder and Head Gardener

Kara Gunnarson
Kara Gunnarson
VP of Events and Client Services

Kelsey Dunlop
Kelsey Dunlop
Director of Events and Client Experiences

Mikey McMurran
Mikey McMurran
Director of Content Creation

Christine Fry
Christine Fry
Administrative Coordinator

Becca Cambridge
Becca Cambridge
Assistant Camp Director at YLCC

Tori Gunnarson
Tori Gunnarson
Director of the Canadian Youth Speakers Bureau

Giving back

Through our various programs and events, we are committed to giving back to organizations making a difference all across Canada and beyond!

We are proud to have raised and donated close to $300,000 for these organizations.

Kids Help Phone Downie Wenjack Fund Orange Shirt Society Princess Margaret War Child Canadian Cancer Society Canadian Red Cross Ronald McDonald Children's Miracle Network Michael Pinball Clemons World Vision Big Brothers Big Sisters MS Society CSLA