Economic Club of Canada | Where the Economy Comes Together

Guests joined us for an exclusive event with The Honourable Pierre Poilievre, as he shared his perspective on Canada’s economic future and provided his response to the latest federal budget.

Through a keynote address and fireside chat, Mr. Poilievre discussed practical solutions to strengthen affordability, support economic stability, and create opportunities for Canadians. Drawing on his extensive experience in government and public policy, he offered insights into addressing pressing national issues, from housing and taxation to fiscal responsibility and economic growth.

The event offered an exclusive opportunity to hear directly from The Honourable Pierre Poilievre in an insightful and engaging conversation about Canada’s key policy issues and future direction.

As Canada’s economy pivots to capture new opportunities, the next phase of internet growth is kicking off and Canadian businesses have a big opportunity in front of them.

For the first time in more than a decade, the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) is preparing to launch the application window for the Next Round of generic top-level domains (gTLDs). Join the Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA) and ICANN for a discussion on what this latest breakthrough in the domain name space means for you and your company.

The Economic Club of Canada is pleased to host its first Annual Canadian Pension CEO Breakfast. Join us for a timely breakfast conversation, moderated by Vassy Kapelos (CTV), with our esteemed panel of CEOs: Gordon J. Fyfe (BCI), Blake Hutcheson (OMERS), Deborah K. Orida (PSP), and Annesley Wallace (HOOPP). The CEOs will share their insights on navigating global economic uncertainties, evolving investment landscapes, and domestic policy shifts. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear directly from these institutional leaders about how they are positioning their portfolios and strategies for the next four years. This breakfast will turn into an annual occurrence and kick off the Economic Club’s fall season each year.

The Ontario Marine Council is pleased to present the Ontario Marine Champion Award to David Paterson, Ontario's Representative in Washington, D.C. This prestigious award recognizes remarkable contributions that benefit Ontario's marine industry. Mr. Paterson is being honored for his instrumental role in helping the marine industry make critical representations during U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) hearings in Washington, D.C. His dedicated advocacy and strategic guidance have been invaluable in ensuring Ontario's marine sector interests are effectively represented in cross-border trade discussions.

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The Ontario Marine Champion Award celebrates individuals who demonstrate exceptional commitment to advancing and protecting Ontario's marine industry through leadership, advocacy, and meaningful action. Mr. Paterson's work exemplifies these qualities, bridging the gap between Ontario's marine businesses and U.S. trade policy makers.

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Please join us in recognizing this outstanding achievement and Mr. Paterson's continued dedication to strengthening Ontario's marine industry on the international stage followed by an insightful panel discussion featuring some of the industry’s most prominent leaders.

On October 10, 2025, the Economic Club of Canada hosted a timely discussion with Peter Routledge, Superintendent of OSFI, at the Hilton Toronto, exploring how Canada’s financial system is adapting to new economic realities, regulatory shifts, and emerging risks.

An engaging discussion on how breakthroughs in early detection and precision medicine for certain cancers are transforming women’s health—and delivering powerful economic returns. Discover the innovations, insights, and opportunities shaping a healthier future for women everywhere.

Canada’s fertility landscape is changing, with rising demand for reproductive care driven by delayed parenthood, declining birth rates, and evolving family structures. For healthcare providers, insurers, and employers, this shift presents a strategic opportunity to modernize how fertility care is delivered, funded, and supported.

This panel will explore the future of fertility and family planning in Canada, with a focus on access, equity, and innovation. It will highlight emerging technologies – such as AI-driven diagnostics, personalized IVF protocols, and regenerative therapies – and examine their potential to improve outcomes and patient experience.

Our panelists will unpack how the sector can lead in building inclusive, tech enabled, and forward-looking reproductive care models that meet the needs of today’s families.

Despite living in a country with universal healthcare, many people in Canada are stuck paying out-of-pocket for lifesaving and life-enhancing products and services. Things like testing, medications, prostheses, assistive products, post-operative supplies and caregiver costs. Then there are the travel costs many in this country face, particularly those in rural and remote communities. This includes transportation to and from regular oncology appointments, chemotherapy and radiation, and accommodations for those traveling especially far.

These are costs that hit hard, especially in today’s economy as cost-of-living soars and millions of Canadians are struggling to make ends meet. The reality is cancer isn’t something we plan for – and certainly not something most people have budgeted for. So, when a diagnosis hits, the financial impact can be crushing. People with cancer perceive their financial burden to be high, reportedly spending about one-third of their monthly income on cancer-related costs which in turn leads to depleted savings and increased debt per household.

Join us for a fireside chat with Ontario Premier Doug Ford, who is on a mission to rebuild Ottawa’s economy and drive growth across the province.  

With billions of dollars in new investments in tech, advanced manufacturing and life sciences across Eastern Ontario, we’ll explore the province’s recent New Deal with the City of Ottawa, designed to address the city’s unique role as Canada’s capital and Eastern Ontario’s economic hub. Discover how the government is securing historic investments while navigating global challenges to protect workers and ensure sustainable growth for the region.