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I’m a self-motivated leader and entrepreneur with extensive Learning & Development experience. I’ve built and guided multi-disciplinary teams on major learning projects for top-tier clients, from RFP through implementation, and I’ve designed blended learning solutions that align with business goals. My work ranges from eLearning development to instructor-led sessions, with a strong focus on quality, accessibility, and measurable impact. I’m passionate about partnering with clients, SMEs, and stakeholders to define learning needs and deliver practical, effective solutions. Fluent in English and French, I enjoy translating complex topics into accessible learning experiences and driving knowledge transfer across industries. When I’m not crafting learning programs, I mentor teams, write, and explore new tools and techniques to keep learning initiatives fresh and impactful.…I’m a self-motivated leader and entrepreneur with extensive Learning & Development experience. I’ve built and guided multi-disciplinary teams on major learning projects for top-tier clients, from RFP through implementation, and I’ve designed blended learning solutions that align with business goals. My work ranges from eLearning development to instructor-led sessions, with a strong focus on quality, accessibility, and measurable impact. I’m passionate about partnering with clients, SMEs, and stakeholders to define learning needs and deliver practical, effective solutions. Fluent in English and French, I enjoy translating complex topics into accessible learning experiences and driving knowledge transfer across industries. When I’m not crafting learning programs, I mentor teams, write, and explore new tools and techniques to keep learning initiatives fresh and impactful.

Patrick Labelle

Designer, Writer, Instructional Designer, +4

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I’m a self-motivated leader and entrepreneur with extensive Learning & Development experience. I’ve built and guided multi-disciplinary teams on major learning projects for top-tier clients, from RFP through implementation, and I’ve designed blended learning solutions that align with business goals. My work ranges from eLearning development to instructor-led sessions, with a strong focus on quality, accessibility, and measurable impact. I’m passionate about partnering with clients, SMEs, and stakeholders to define learning needs and deliver practical, effective solutions. Fluent in English and French, I enjoy translating complex topics into accessible learning experiences and driving knowledge transfer across industries. When I’m not crafting learning programs, I mentor teams, write, and explore new tools and techniques to keep learning initiatives fresh and impactful.…I’m a self-motivated leader and entrepreneur with extensive Learning & Development experience. I’ve built and guided multi-disciplinary teams on major learning projects for top-tier clients, from RFP through implementation, and I’ve designed blended learning solutions that align with business goals. My work ranges from eLearning development to instructor-led sessions, with a strong focus on quality, accessibility, and measurable impact. I’m passionate about partnering with clients, SMEs, and stakeholders to define learning needs and deliver practical, effective solutions. Fluent in English and French, I enjoy translating complex topics into accessible learning experiences and driving knowledge transfer across industries. When I’m not crafting learning programs, I mentor teams, write, and explore new tools and techniques to keep learning initiatives fresh and impactful.

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I’m a self-motivated leader and entrepreneur with extensive Learning & Development experience. I’ve built and guided multi-disciplinary teams on major learning projects for top-tier clients, from RFP through implementation, and I’ve designed blended learning solutions that align with business goals. My work ranges from eLearning development to instructor-led sessions, with a strong focus on quality, accessibility, and measurable impact. I’m passionate about partnering with clients, SMEs, and stakeholders to define learning needs and deliver practical, effective solutions.

Fluent in English and French, I enjoy translating complex topics into accessible learning experiences and driving knowledge transfer across industries. When I’m not crafting learning programs, I mentor teams, write, and explore new tools and techniques to keep learning initiatives fresh and impactful.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

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Language

English

Fluent

French

Fluent

Work Experience

Learning & Development Instructional Designer at Glencore

January 1, 2022 - Present

Coached L&D team in instructional design, adult learning, and eLearning best practices; initiated needs assessments with SMEs and stakeholders to prioritize project pipeline; designed and developed Rise 360 eLearning modules; leveraged AI tools for text-to-voice generation and content review; uploaded SCORM packages and maintained LMS course details; conducted peer reviews to ensure quality.

Director & Senior Learning Consultant at Labelle Learning Ltd.

January 1, 2016 - Present

Led multi-disciplinary vendor teams on major learning projects from RFP to implementation; managed a network of IDs, editors, graphics designers, and translators; negotiated SOWs; created project plans and templates; designed blended learning solutions; developed eLearning modules using Articulate Storyline, Rise, and Adobe Captivate; delivered instructor-led and virtual training; produced facilitator and learner guides, job aids; scoped projects, tracked time, invoiced clients, and paid subcontractors; provided emergency translations as needed.

Employment & Training Consultant at Ministry of Labour, Training & Skills Development (OPS)

January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021

Assessed applications for employment and training programs such as Second Career; guided clients through regulatory funding processes; used case management software to maintain client records; invigilated on-site certification exams for various trades; prepared program applications and trade exam packages.

Creative and Instructional Designer at Axonify

January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017

Upskilled learning team in instructional design and grammar; crafted key learning points and developed engaging digital microlearning modules; developed effective learning retention questions for use in the Axonify platform.

Senior Instructional Designer at Bond Brand Loyalty (formerly Maritz Canada)

January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2016

On-boarded, coached, and supported a team of instructional designers; set QA and editing standards for Learning & Development and Communications; scoped project efforts and contributed to proposals for RFPs; developed instructor-led and virtual training, facilitator and learner guides, and job aids; created rapid eLearning modules using Storyline and Rise; developed storyboards; managed project scope, time, and subcontractor payments; provided emergency translations as needed.

Instructional Designer at Fifth P Solutions

January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2010

Conducted in-field needs assessments with frontline staff and management; prepared reports and presented recommendations; crafted design documents and proposed blended learning solutions; developed storyboards and rapid eLearning in Lectora and Udutu; QA of deliverables.

Secondary School Teacher at Durham Secondary Academy

January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2006

Taught History, English, French, Business, Marketing, Computer Science, Political Science, and Music; prepared daily/weekly/semester lesson plans; adapted teaching methods for students with learning needs; evaluated and marked student work per Ontario MOE rubrics.

Facilitator at Alpha-Amicale French literacy centre

January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2002

Facilitated French as a Second Language (FSL) sessions for adults and adolescents; prepared lesson plans; evaluated verbal and written skills.

Secondary School Teacher (Private Alternative) at Durham Secondary Academy

January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2006

Taught History, English, French, Business, Marketing, Computer Science, Political Science, and Music; prepared daily, weekly, and semester lesson plans; adapted teaching styles to students’ learning needs; evaluated and marked student work per Ontario Ministry of Education rubrics.

L&D Instructional Designer at Glencore

January 1, 2022 - Present

Coached L&D team in instructional design, adult learning, and eLearning best practices; Initiated needs assessment discussions with SMEs and stakeholders to prioritize project pipeline; Designed and developed eLearning modules using Rise 360; Leveraged AI tools for text-to-voice generation; Uploaded SCORM course packages and added course details and descriptions to LMS; Peer reviewed work of colleagues to ensure quality of deliverables.

Secondary School Teacher, (Private Alternative) at Durham Secondary Academy

January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2006

Taught History, English, French, Business, Marketing, Computer Science, Political Science, and Music; Prepared daily, weekly, and semester lesson plans aligned to Ontario curriculum; Adapted teaching styles to learners’ needs (ADHD, dyslexia, mood disorders, behavioural challenges); Evaluated and marked student work per Ministry rubrics.

Education

Bachelor of Arts (Hons) English & History at Trent University, Peterborough, ON

January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2002

Adult Education Certificate at Frontier College, Toronto, ON

January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1997

Bachelor of Arts (Hons), English & History at Trent University

January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2002

Adult Education Certificate at Frontier College

January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1997

Bachelor of Arts (Hons), English & History at Trent University

January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2002

Qualifications

Adult Education Certificate

January 11, 2030 - December 5, 2025

Bachelor of Arts (Hons) English & History

January 11, 2030 - December 5, 2025

Bachelor of Arts (Hons), English & History

January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2002

Adult Education Certificate

January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1997

Adult Education Certificate

January 1, 2002 - December 27, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Professional Services, Financial Services, Manufacturing, Government, Retail, Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Other, Life Sciences, Telecommunications, Non-Profit Organization