It’s been two years since we convened the brilliant minds of the Herle Burly political panel, now titled The Curse of Politics. Featuring David Herle, Jenni Byrne and Scott Reid, this trio bring years; decades really, maybe even a century, if you add it all up; of political strategy and campaign experience to their honest, no holds barred conversations and stories.

Join Canadian Club Toronto at The Pilot, for a night of insights and wit on the eve of the Federal Speech from the Throne.

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            Events run between September and June in downtown Toronto. As an independent, non-profit organization, we make all our events open to the public. Tickets can be purchased online or through our office at 416-364-5590.

Business & Politics

In today’s dynamic global environment, the imperative for economic resilience has never been more pressing. From navigating the transformative landscape of AI, to safeguarding against cyber threats and advancing life science research, the call for innovation and dedication to novel ideas has never been clearer. Join Canadian Club Toronto on May 9 for a discussion that will delve deep into strategies and initiatives aimed at fortifying Canada’s economic position amidst challenges and uncertainties.

We are honoured to have Deputy Minister Simon Kennedy from the Ministry of Innovation, Science, and Economic Development kick off the event. Deputy Minister Kennedy will provide valuable insights into Canada’s current economic landscape and highlight the government’s initiatives to foster innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic growth.

Following his address, a distinguished panel of industry leaders will engage in a dynamic conversation moderated by Jodi Butts, Partner at WATSON, and featuring:

Janet Bannister – Founder and General Partner, Staircase Ventures
Trevor Dauphinee – CEO, Invest Ontario
Berkeley Vincent – President, Janssen Inc.

Increasing Canada’s Economic Resilience

A year after closing the largest merger in Canadian telecom history, Rogers President and CEO Tony Staffieri will join Canadian Club for a conversation with The Globe and Mail columnist Andy Willis. During the fireside chat, they will discuss the company’s performance, the integration of two iconic Canadian companies and the company’s long-term focus on investment and innovation.

Tony Staffieri

Join Canadian Club Toronto on April 30 to hear from Paul Desmarais III, Chairman  CEO of Sagard. Mr. Desmarais III brings with him a wealth of knowledge and experience to build a better business world as he leads the firm’s activities spanning North America, Europe and the Middle East, with assets under management of over $25B . His vision is to partner with entrepreneurs to catalyze transformation in Sagard’s investments and communities. Mr. Desmarais III will be joined in conversation by Tanya van Biesen, CEO of Women in Capital Markets. They will delve into an insightful discussion, exploring the dynamic landscape of Canadian business, leadership, and beyond.

Paul Desmarais III

Canada faces a monumental challenge: we need 5.8 million new homes by 2030 to restore housing affordability. But what does it mean to build more and better housing? According to the Task Force for Housing  Climate, and echoed by up to 85 percent of Canadians, it means making housing affordable, low-carbon, and resilient to the impacts of climate change. It means creating homes that cater to the diverse needs of homeowners, renters, seniors, young families, students, and those precariously housed. Join Canadian Club Toronto on April 29 for an enlightening discussion on the pressing issue of housing affordability and resilience in Canada. Our esteemed panelists, all members of the Task Force, will delve into the critical topic of housing and its intersection with climate change. Don’t miss out on this essential conversation about the future of housing in Canada! Moderated by The Globe and Mail’s Tony Keller.

More and Better Housing

Canada’s productivity rate has declined almost every quarter for more than two years, and the Bank of Canada recently stated that it has become an emergency for the country. The concerning issue has sparked a nationwide conversation about whether we have the wherewithal to create the wealth necessary to support our quality of life. Join Canadian Club Toronto on April 23 when our distinguished panel will engage this challenging and imperative topic by focusing on the issues that matter, including Chief Sharleen Gale, Chief of the Fort Nelson Nation and Chair of the First Nations Major Projects Coalition; John Ruffolo, Founder and CEO Maverix Private Equity and Carolyn A. Wilkins, accomplished economist and former Senior Deputy Governor of the Bank of Canada. Kevin Carmichael, Economics Columnist and Editor-at-Large of The Logic will moderate the conversation.

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