Economic Club of Canada Events
Upcoming Events
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2010 - Canada Hosts The World
March 22, 2010 11:45 am - 1:30 pm The Sutton Place Hotel, Toronto
The Honourable Lawrence Cannon Minister of Foreign Affairs, Government of Canada
Canada is hosting major international events in 2010, including the Olympic and Paralympic Games as well as the G-8 and G-20 Summits. Canada will also host the North American Leaders’ Summit. These events will provide an opportunity for Canada to highlight Canadian values such as democracy, human rights, and the rule of law. ...
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Global Competition and Connectivity in the Digital World
March 23, 2010 11:45 am - 1:30 pm The InterContinental Hotel, Toronto
Gary Smith President & CEO, Ciena Corporation
With his Luncheon Address in Toronto and subsequent Breakfast Meeting in Ottawa, which will be his first public comments since closing on the Nortel assets, Gary Smith, President & CEO of Ciena, will lay out his vision for building the combined company into the global Number One player in its field by 2013. Gary will share his insight about what it takes to be an international player, including thoughts about China, Inc., increasing investments in education and technology to drive innovation, and his plans for establishing a powerful presence for his company in Canada.
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Global Competition and Connectivity in the Digital World- Ottawa
March 24, 2010 7:30 am - 9:00 am The Chateau Laurier, Ottawa
Gary Smith President & CEO, Ciena Corporation
With his Luncheon Address in Toronto and subsequent Breakfast Meeting in Ottawa, which will be his first public comments since closing on the Nortel assets, Gary Smith, President & CEO of Ciena, will lay out his vision for building the combined company into the global Number One player in its field by 2013. Gary will share his insight about what it takes to be an international player, including thoughts about China, Inc., increasing investments in education and technology to drive innovation, and his plans for establishing a powerful presence for his company in Canada.
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The Future History of the Arctic
March 25, 2010 7:45 am - 9:00 am The Westin Ottawa, Ottawa
Charles Emmerson Former Associate Director, World Economic Forum
Charles Emmerson, a former Associate Director of the World Economic Forum and author of The Future History of the Arctic, challenges our perceptions of the Arctic, and uses history, climate science, and geopolitics to illuminate the possibilities for its future. Looking at the region from a global perspective, he asks which forces have shaped the Arctic we know today, and how the region will play a major role in our future national and global history. As ministers from the five Arctic coastal states sit down to discuss the region's future on March 29, what factors should they and will they be taking into consideration?
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Vision of Hope for the Toronto District School Board
March 25, 2010 11:45 am - 1:30 pm One King West Hotel & Residence, Toronto
Dr. Christopher Spence Director of Education, Toronto District School Board
Chris Spence – recently appointed director of the Toronto District School Board and published education author – has an ambitious and fast-paced agenda. Dr. Spence well understands that Toronto’s future success and prosperity hinge on our schools’ ability to prepare all students for the 21st century. As a former CFL running back, he also understands the need for a game plan… embodied in the Board’s new Vision of Hope. Chris looks forward to connecting with Toronto’s business and political leaders at this lunch and plans to invite them to get on board the TDSB team.
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The Infrastructure Challenge
March 25, 2010 11:45 am - 1:30 pm The Westin Ottawa, Ottawa
The Honourable Kamal Nath Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Government of India
In his keynote address to the Economic Club of Canada, Minister Nath will highlight India's challenge of building national infrastructure in one of the world's fastest growing economies.
Past Events
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Unleashing the Economic Power of Girls
February 25, 2010, 11:45 am The Sutton Place Hotel, Stop 33, Toronto
Rosemary McCarney President & CEO, Plan International Canada Inc. (Plan Canada)
Girls offer the single most important -- yet largely untapped – opportunity for economic growth in the developing world. Let Rosemary McCarney introduce you to Plan’s global Because I am a Girl initiative, featuring ground-breaking research that shows educating girls can lift families and entire countries out of poverty. As CEO of one of the oldest and largest international development organizations, she offers hard-earned insight on why investing in girls is not only the right thing to do but the key to creating a more just and stable global society.
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Cruising speed: Atlantic Canada and Porter Airlines
February 24, 2010, 11:45 am Westin Nova Scotian, Halifax
Robert J. Deluce President and Chief Executive Officer, Porter Airlines
In just over three years, Porter has grown to become Canada’s third-largest scheduled airline during the industry’s most turbulent period in history. As President and CEO of Porter, Robert Deluce leads an entrepreneurial team dedicated to restoring dignity to the air travel experience. This is an opportunity to better understand the Porter Experience, the company’s business strategy and its plans for Atlantic Canada.
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Think Infinite
February 23, 2010, 7:45 am The Sutton Place Hotel, Toronto
Patrick Pichette Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer, Google Inc.
Google CFO Patrick Pichette explores the growth of the Internet, which is still in its nascent stages, and discusses the various ways it will evolve. As more data, applications, media, and businesses come online, every organization will have to adjust how they operate and innovate.
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The AIR MILES REWARD PROGRAM — From Evolution to Revolution
February 19, 2010, 11:45 am The Sutton Place Hotel, Toronto
Bryan Pearson President, LoyaltyOne, Inc.
Nothing has more boldly transformed the modern Canadian consumer retail and service landscape than the simple reach of a customer’s hand into her wallet and the handover and swipe of a plastic blue card at the cash register.
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Status Update: Canadian Women Leading the Way in a New Decade
February 8, 2010, 11:45 am The InterContinental Hotel, Toronto
The Honourable Helena Guergis Minister of State (Status of Women), Government of Canada
In 2009, women outnumbered men in Canada’s workforce for the first time in history. As we look forward to this new decade and a recovering economy, will Canadian women change the face of business – or experience backlash at work and home?
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GO PUBLIC: We All Need to Invest in More Educational TV
February 3, 2010, 11:45 am The Sutton Place Hotel, Toronto
Lisa de Wilde Chief Executive Officer, TVO
The onslaught of new technologies has created huge opportunities and unprecedented challenges for the television industry. While public educational television has a different business model from both commercial and national public TV, it too is finding new ways to sustain its mandate and growth, especially in an age where depth of thinking is threatened – and more needed than ever. Join Lisa de Wilde to hear how TVO is innovating its way to new audiences and success.
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Passion Promotes Profit
January 15, 2010, 11:45 am The Sutton Place Hotel, Toronto
David Patchell-Evans Founder and Owner, GoodLife Fitness
Passion fuels success and growth for your business even in tough times. Discover how to improve performance with no red tape and no cost to your bottom line. Using lessons learned from Patch’s latest book, The Real Sexy, Smart and Strong, experience greater profits and growth in your personal and professional life.
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Economic Outlook 2010
January 6, 2010, 7:30 am The Sheraton Centre, Toronto
Michael Marzolini Chairman & CEO, POLLARA
The Economic Club of Canada is proud to present the most important financial event of the year: the only gathering of the Chief Economists from Canada’s largest banks. They will be together on one panel to provide insight, opinions, and discussion about the upcoming economic year. In addition, Michael Marzolini, Chairman of POLLARA, will release exclusive poll results on the attitudes of Canadians towards the economy for 2010.
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France Preparing the Future
December 11, 2009, 11:45 am One King West, Toronto
David Appia President & CEO, Invest in France
In this exclusive Economic Club of Canada address, David Appia , French Ambassador for International Investment will highlight how France is preparing for the future. Mr. Appia will also shine light on the Grand Paris project”,the innovative clusters and the “grand emprunt” (loan).
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Nudges or Shoves - Practical Approaches to Improving Retirement Savings in Canada
December 10, 2009, 11:45 am The InterContinental Hotel, Toronto
Dean A. Connor President, Sun Life Financial Canada
Now is the time to help shape Canada's retirement savings system and bring about the changes needed so that more working Canadians can adequately save for their retirement. Dean Connor, President of Sun Life Financial Canada, will share his perspectives on how some simple legislative changes, combined with the power of behavioral economics, can narrow the retirement savings plan coverage gap and help more Canadians save for the future.
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THE AUDACITY TO WIN: The Inside Story and Lessons of Barack Obama’s Historic Victory
December 10, 2009, 7:45 am The InterContinental Hotel, Toronto
David Plouffe Barack Obama's Campaign Manager,
David Plouffe was not simply the engineer of the historic campaign that won Barack Obama the presidency; he also designed a grassroots movement that forever changed the face of politics and revitalized the notion of democracy itself. In THE AUDACITY TO WIN: The Inside Story and Lessons of Barack Obama’s Historic Victory Plouffe narrates the incredible story of how the Obama for America campaign crafted and implemented its sweeping, unprecedented plan. Beginning this momentous journey with no capital, one office, a bare-bones staff, and an extraordinary candidate, Plouffe and his team managed to raise over $750 million and millions of volunteers. With Spartan discipline and a social-networking strategy that took the Internet by force, they led Obama to a primary victory over Hillary Clinton in one of the most significant political upsets ever and then, finally, to the presidency.
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Healthy Communities Depend on Healthy Citizens - SOLD OUT
December 9, 2009, 11:45 am One King West Hotel & Residence, Toronto
William Downe President and Chief Executive Officer, BMO Financial Group
Healthy communities depend on healthy citizens, and there is a direct link between poverty and wellness. BMO Financial Group President and CEO Bill Downe talks about the pressing need to invest in the people who are most vulnerable in our society.
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Canada’s Banks – Turning Global Respect Today into Long-Term Success Tomorrow - SOLD OUT
December 7, 2009, 11:45 am The Chateau Laurier, Ottawa
Nancy Hughes Anthony President & CEO, Canadian Bankers Association
During the global financial crisis, Canada’s banking system became a model for the world. Unlike in most other countries, our banks have not cost the taxpayer a penny in bailouts, they continue to lend and create jobs to fuel the economy and remain sound and profitable. But we cannot rest on our laurels. How can our banks, regulators and the federal government work together to ensure that our banking system remains one of Canada’s leading sectors of tomorrow?
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Health Care Must be about Patients not Politics - SOLD OUT!!!
November 25, 2009, 11:45 am The Sutton Place Hotel, Toronto
Dr. Anne Doig CCFP, FCFP President, Canadian Medical Association
Canada’s response to the H1N1 pandemic flu virus has shown how politics — even well-intentioned — can undermine health care. The politicization of the pandemic and the struggles of the federal and provincial/territorial governments to work together to protect the health of Canadians are a microcosm for the struggles of Canada’s entire health care system. Canadian Medical Association President Dr. Anne Doig and the 70,000 physician-members she represents want to transform how patients receive health care in Canada. The key is patients, not politics. Dr. Doig will unveil elements of the CMA plan, which is being built upon an unprecedented effort by Canada’s physicians to reach out to patients and put their interests back at the heart of health care.
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Mining Day on the Hill with Special Introduction by The Honourable Lisa Raitt, Minister of Natural Resources
November 24, 2009, 11:45 am The Chateau Laurier, Ottawa
Don Lindsay President & CEO, Teck Resources Limited
This year, our November Mining Day on the Hill theme, will focus on the significance of a strong Canadian mining sector as we recover from the world-wide recession. We look forward to Mr. Lindsay’s views on the economic outlook and potential opportunities and challenges facing the Canadian mining companies like Teck Resources and his views on the future of the exploration, mining and resource industries, and their role in Canada’s long-term economic success.
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Canada's Foreign Policy Priorities and Arctic Northern Strategy
November 23, 2009, 11:45 am The InterContinental Hotel, Toronto
The Honourable Lawrence Cannon Minister of Foreign Affairs, Government of Canada
Canada is an Arctic nation and an Arctic power. The Harper Government has made the Arctic one of its major policy initiatives and has created a comprehensive Northern Strategy. The Government is committed to helping the North realize its true potential as a healthy, prosperous and secure region within a strong and sovereign Canada.Minister Cannon will explain how Canada’s Arctic Foreign Policy is delivering on this, providing the international platform from which to promote and advance our interests and values in the world. He will also speak to Canada’s overall foreign affairs priorities.
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Health care in Canada: Debunking the Spending Myths
November 19, 2009, 11:45 am The Westin Ottawa, Ottawa
Graham Scott Chair of the Board, Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI)
What we spend on health care continues to ignite passionate debate on the sustainability of our system, fueled at times by ideology, misconception or myth. But what are we really spending? Where is the money going?
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Going for Gold: Examining the Socio-Economics of Hosting an Olympic Games
November 18, 2009, 11:45 am Fairmont Château Laurier, Ottawa
The Honourable Gary Lunn Minister of State (Sport), Government of Canada
The Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games are bringing significant benefits to Canadians and will create lasting legacies for Canadian businesses, communities, and citizens. In order to measure the impacts of hosting the 2010 Winter Games, and the steps taken by the federal and provincial governments to leverage these impacts, the Governments of Canada and British Columbia jointly commissioned PricewaterhouseCoopers to undertake a study of the Games’ socio-economic impacts.
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What Does it take to be an Intelligent Community?
November 6, 2009, 11:45 am One King West Hotel, Toronto
Robert Bell Co-founder of the Intelligent Community Forum, New York
Find out what it takes to be named an Intelligent Community of the world? In this exclusive Economic Club event, Robert Bell, co-founder of the Intelligent Community Forum, Honourable Victor Boudreau, Minister of Business for New Brunswick and Ben Champoux Business Development Specialist for the city of Moncton, New Brunswick will share their expertise and insight on creating and maintaining an Intelligent Community. These panelists will put a spotlight on New Brunswick and showcase two of the world’s 2009 Top 7 Intelligent Communities: Moncton and Fredericton.
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Retail Sales Driving Economic Growth
November 3, 2009, 11:45 am The Sutton Place Hotel, Toronto
Dene Rogers President & CEO, Sears Canada
The Bank of Canada has said that with the fiscal stimulus largely spent by 2010, consumer and business spending will be needed to drive economic growth. To achieve consumer based growth, Canadian consumers need more real spending income, or spending power, from lower selling prices by a reduction in taxes.
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Retooling Canada’s Ailing Pension System Now, For The Future - Canada’s Actuaries Advocate Change
November 3, 2009, 11:45 am The InterContinental Hotel, Toronto
Robert Howard President, Canadian Institute of Actuaries
CIA President Robert Howard will launch the profession’s new pension strategy document at this luncheon.
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U.S.-Canada relations in the Obama Administration
October 29, 2009, 11:45 am The Metro Toronto Convention Centre, Toronto
David Jacobson United States Ambassador to Canada,
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Ontario’s Place in the Global Economy
October 26, 2009, 11:45 am The Sutton Place Hotel, Toronto
Honourable Sandra Pupatello Minister of economic Development & Trade, Government of Ontario
In this exclusive Economic Club address, Minister Pupatello will explain why Ontario has been ranked the #1 jurisdiction for job creation from foreign direct investment and layout The McGuinty government’s plan to maintain the top spot.
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Canadian Agriculture: Feeding the World and Fueling our Economy
October 23, 2009, 11:45 am The National Club, Toronto
Jay Bradshaw President, Syngenta Canada
Already a pillar of the Canadian economy, the agriculture industry is innovating and evolving at a rapid rate, presenting new opportunities for a wide cross-section of investors, businesses and industry stakeholders. Research and technology in agriculture is driving advances in a multitude of sectors including alternative energy and health food. Meanwhile, global food and fuel shortages, climate change, volatile market conditions and rising populations mean the stakes are higher than ever for agri-business and the bio-economy.
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Would a Carbon Trust Work in Canada?
October 23, 2009, 7:30 am The National Club, Toronto
Dr. David Vincent Director, Projects, Carbon Trust
More and more countries are looking at policy instruments which will help internalise the cost of carbon damage. Whether via a cap and trade scheme or a carbon tax, the carbon content of our energy supplies and consumption will become costed into our thinking.
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The ABCs of Rebuilding Public Trust: Restoring Accountability to Ontario's Agencies
October 15, 2009, 11:45 am The Marriott Eaton Centre, Toronto
Andre Marin Ombudsman of Ontario,
As Ombudsman, André Marin has helped expose some of the worst systemic problems in government institutions, sparking total overhauls of Ontario’s lottery and property tax assessment systems – and many other reforms. Both of those investigations revealed just how bad things can get when public agencies forget their primary duty is to the public. Mr. Marin will discuss how the problems start and the challenges faced by government in its quest to restore public trust and accountability.
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Best Practices for Turning Brilliant Ideas into Marketable Products
October 13, 2009, 11:45 am The Sutton Place Hotel, Toronto
Dr. Raphael (Rafi) Hofstein President & CEO, MaRS Innovation
Dr. Rafi Hofstein will discuss how MaRS Innovation converts the outstanding discoveries of its 14 Toronto academic institutions into products and services, making a significant contribution to Canada’s economic outlook and quality of life of Canadians and others around the world.
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Journey to Tomorrow: Charting Canada's Energy Future
October 7, 2009, 11:45 am One King West Hotel, Toronto
Richard L. George President and Chief Executive Officer, Suncor Energy
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Yes We Did: Strategic Insights and Social Media from the Campaign that Changed History
October 7, 2009, 11:45 am Delta Beauséjour, Moncton, NB
Rahaf Harfoush New Media Expert, Member of Obama's Social Media Team
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A fire-side chat with General Wesley Clark
September 29, 2009, 6:00 pm The National Club, Toronto
General Wesley Clark Co-Chairman, Growth Energy
A fire-side chat with General Wesley Clark Moderated by: Financial Post Editor at Large, Diane Francis Cocktails: 6:00pm Dinner & Program: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
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Apocalypse Cancelled: The Overheated Hype Behind Global Warming
September 29, 2009, 11:45 am InterContinental Hotel, Toronto
Lord Christopher Monckton 3rd Viscount Monckton of Brenchley,
This devoted admirer of the Commonwealth, friend of Canada, former policy advisor to Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, author, journalist, broadcaster, outstanding public speaker, and Peer of the Realm, will present across Canada on all aspects of the debate on manmade “global warming” – climatological science, economics, international politics, mitigation and adaptation, ethics, and the real-world dangers from which the global warming debate has become a troubling diversion.
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Energy Security: The Future of North American Energy
September 29, 2009, 11:45 am The Fairmont Château Laurier, Ottawa
General Wesley Clark Co-Chairman, Growth Energy
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Only the Super-Rich Can Save Us
September 25, 2009, 11:45 am InterContinental Hotel, Toronto
Ralph Nader Author, Political Activist
Ralph Nader asks what if a cadre of super-rich individuals tried to become a driving force in America to organize and institutionalize the interests of the citizens of this troubled nation and decided it was time to fix our government. Each member of the audience will receive a copy of "Only the Super-Rich Can Save Us" by Ralph Nader.
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Caring for Ontario: Strengthening Health Care by Reducing ER Wait Times
September 24, 2009, 11:45 am The Delta Chelsea, Toronto
Honourable David Caplan Minister of Health & Long Term Care, Governemnt of Ontario
Our emergency rooms have become the proverbial “canary in a coal mine” — that is, they offer us a tangible warning of a larger problem and provide an indication of how well our health care system is working.
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The Myths & Truth About Canada's Unsustainable Health Care System
September 22, 2009, 11:45 am The Sutton Place Hotel, Toronto
Frank Swedlove President, Canadian Life and Health Insurance Association
Frank Swedlove, President of the Canadian Life and Health Insurance Association, addresses the Economic Club on his industry's views about the need for fundamental reform of the country's health care system.
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Charting a Better Course: Action and Leadership for Canada’s Nuclear Industry
September 11, 2009, 7:30 am InterContinental Hotel, Toronto
The Honourable Lisa Raitt, P.C., M.P. Minister of Natural Resources, Government of Canada
Starved for years by previous governments, Canada’s nuclear industry is finding new promise in a government that sees energy as being critical to Canada’s economic prosperity – now and for the future. Natural Resources Minister Lisa Raitt outlines the steps today’s government is taking to meet Canada’s clean energy needs economically, safely and reliably.
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A Return to Prosperity for Ontario Families
September 10, 2009, 11:45 am The Marriott Eaton Centre, Toronto
Tim Hudak, MPP Leader, Ontario PC Party
In his first major address since becoming the Leader of the Ontario PC Party and Leader of the Official Opposition, Tim Hudak outlines his vision for fighting for middle-class families and restoring Ontario as the economic engine of Confederation.
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Thinking Beyond the Crisis: New and Old Realities for Developing Countries
September 8, 2009, 11:45 am The National Club, Toronto
Marwan Muasher Vice President, External Affairs, World Bank
At a time when Canada, Europe and Asia are seeing signs of possible recovery on the horizon, developing countries continue to struggle with lower private capital flows. Yet, emerging economies provide significant potential for global growth in the long term and private sector development is one of the most effective ways to reverse the plight of 2.5 billion people living in poverty.
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Canadian Trends in Corporate Restructuring
July 22, 2009, 11:45 am The National Club, Toronto
Blair F. Davidson President, BDO Dunwoody Limited
Restructuring isn’t just for the auto sector in this stressed economy. It can also be a valuable and important tool for many small to medium sized businesses that are suffering from a downturn in sales and an unmanageable debt.
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Rebuilding the North American Economy: A Dallas Perspective on Global Challenges
July 16, 2009, 11:45 am The National Club, Toronto
Mayor Tom Leppert Mayor, City of Dallas
As former Chairman of Turner Construction and current Mayor of Dallas, Tom Leppert has a unique perspective on what it takes to survive and thrive in the new economic climate.
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Keeping the Innovation Engine Running: Continuing Canada's Legacy in Telecommunications
July 14, 2009, 11:45 am The Sutton Place Hotel, Toronto
Sue Spradley Head of North America, Nokia Siemens Networks
Many questions hang in the air about the future of the iconic Nortel and the future of telecommunications in Canada.
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Making Toronto Work for Torontonians
July 7, 2009, 11:45 am Marriott Eaton Centre, Toronto
Councillor Karen Stintz Ward 16, City of Toronto
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Why and How Phoenix Will Be the Greenest American City
July 7, 2009, 11:45 am The National Club, Toronto
Mayor Phil Gordon Mayor, City of Phoenix
Phoenix Mayor Phil Gordon recently announced plans adopted by the City Government to make Phoenix the greenest city in the United States. Phoenix, already the fifth largest city in the United States, sits at the center of the fastest growing metropolitan area in America.
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The Economic Club of Canada's Series on Innovation Presents:Good to Great: the Future of Ontario’s Innovation Network
June 24, 2009, 11:45 am The Sutton Place Hotel, Toronto
The Honourable John Wilkinson Minister of Research and Innovation, Government of Ontario
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Corporate Social Responsibility and Canada’s Mineral Exploration Sector: Doing The Right Thing Wherever We Work.
June 23, 2009, 11:45 am The Sheraton Centre, Toronto
Jon Baird President, , Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada
Mineral exploration companies are the ambassadors of the global mining industry at thousands of sites around the world. Jon Baird, President of Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada, will outline Canada’s leadership in developing guidelines for corporate social responsibility in the mineral industry with the introduction of e3 Plus: A Framework for Responsible Exploration. Baird will also discuss why the PDAC is convinced that voluntary guidelines will build healthier, more socially responsible companies than the approach used in proposed legislation, which is based on the belief that good corporate behaviour can only be achieved and enforced by legal means.
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Shaping The White House Message
June 22, 2009, 11:45 am The Sheraton Centre Hotel, Toronto
Joel Benenson President Obama’s Strategic Advisor,
As President Barack Obama works to persuade the American people on a sweeping agenda of domestic spending and policy changes, he is relying on a small group of strategic advisors to help navigate these monumental policy initiatives. One of this core group is the President's pollster, Joel Benenson, who is playing a key role in shaping the White House's message as the crucial battle over the President's agenda heats up. Hear first hand and question the President’s pollster at The Economic Club of Canada’s presentation of one of America’s leading public opinion barometers, Joel Benenson.
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Tobacco in Canada - An Inconvenient Truth
June 18, 2009, 11:45 am InterContinental Hotel, Toronto
Benjamin Kemball President and Chief Executive Officer, Imperial Tobacco Canada
Canada was once known around the world as a leader in tobacco control. But with an out-of-control illegal tobacco industry that represents over thirty percent of all tobacco sold in Canada, we have lost our spot at the head of the line.
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Alberta: Moving Beyond Today’s Challenges to Create Tomorrow’s Opportunities
June 17, 2009, 11:45 am The National Club, Toronto
The Honourable Iris Evans Minister of Finance and Enterprise, Province of Alberta
The changing economic landscape has brought new fiscal, economic, and environmental challenges, and Alberta is prepared to meet them. With its strong resource base, coupled with an entrepreneurial culture, a highly educated workforce, and one of the most competitive tax systems in North America, Alberta embodies opportunity even in challenging times, and will emerge from the downturn stronger than before.
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The Business Case for Health & Safety: Smart Investment or Lost Money? You Decide.
June 16, 2009, 11:45 am The Sheraton Centre, Toronto
The Honourable Steven W. Mahoney, P.C. Chair, Workplace Safety and Insurance Board
What's the best investment any organization can commit to, especially in today's challenging economic environment? Workplace health and safety: It's one of your biggest financial and personal risks if it's not assured, and your best return if it is. Ensuring workers go home safe every night is what we all want. Health and safety is the single most important responsibility shared by each of us, in every workplace. Eliminating all workplace fatalities, injuries and illnesses is the powerful vision of the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board. Hear one of Ontario's most vocal public representatives present the business case for health and safety, and explain why now is the right time to invest in safety prevention to improve your bottom line.
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The “Innovation Advantage” Inherent in Ontario Hospitals.
June 15, 2009, 11:45 am The Sutton Place Hotel, Toronto
Dr. Robert Bell CEO & President, University Health Network
The Canadian Health System and Canadian Research Hospitals create tremendous value for our patients and citizens. The Terry Fox story will be re-told with emphasis on the remarkable improvements in outcome that have been achieved through Canadian innovation. The challenges for our system will be discussed in the context of decision making for improved technologies of treatment. The “Innovation Advantage” inherent in Ontario hospitals will be described and we will deal with a potential solution to substantially add value to our system.
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Canada’s Economic Action Plan: Helping the Unemployed
June 12, 2009, 8:15 am Fairmont Château Laurier, Ottawa
Honourable Diane Finley, PC, MP Minister of Human Resources & Skills Development, Government of Canada
Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development Canada and Member of Parliament for Haldimand-Norfolk will address the Economic Club of Canada. In her speech, she will highlight Canada’s Economic Action Plan and the Conservative Government's help for the unemployed. Canada's Economic Action Plan is a clear blueprint to stimulate the economy, protect Canadian jobs, and support those hit hardest by these challenging economic times.
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Canadian Carbon Market
June 10, 2009, 11:45 am Fairmont Château Laurier, Ottawa
The Honourable Jim Prentice Minister of Environment, Government of Canada
Canada's Environment Minister, the Honourable Jim Prentice, will make an announcement on the future development of a carbon market across Canada, as the Government pursues its Climate Change Plan.
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FUNDAMENTAL CHANGE: Enabling Self-sufficient First Nations Economies
May 28, 2009, 11:45 am The National Club, Toronto
Grand Council Chief, John Beaucage Candidate for National Chief, Assembly of First Nations
Grand Council Chief John Beaucage will outline his revolutionary 10-point framework for "A New AFN" as a means of reforming the Assembly of First Nations. A key component in Grand Council Chief Beaucage's platform for National Chief is "Eliminating First Nations Poverty through enabling self-sufficient First Nations economies” by advocating for the development of a national "master plan" to develop First Nation economies, fostering a positive business development and investment environment, and enabling innovative partnerships with First Nations, the Crown and forward-thinking, socially-conscious industry partners in corporate Canada.
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A Prescription for Prosperity in the Knowledge Economy
May 28, 2009, 11:45 am The Sutton Place, Toronto
Russell Williams President, Rx&D
What Ontario must do to become a leader in innovation and life sciences.
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The impact of the current financial crisis on the pension world: what can be done?
May 21, 2009, 11:45 am The Sutton Place Hotel, Toronto
Susan Eng Vice President, Advocacy, CARP
The Canadian pension system, in particular the Defined Benefit pension plan, has been challenged for many years - and the recent events have forcefully brought home the weaknesses that need both short-term and long-term remedies. DC plan members and those who put aside money in RRSPs have watched their savings melt away. Layer onto this the fact that many Canadians are not saving enough for their independent retirement. And the reality that a great number of pension plans were underfunded before the economic crisis hit and many more are underfunded now. The result is that pension benefits are less secure than ever before. The search for solutions calls for all stakeholders to join forces. It is imperative that we apply expertise, experience and creativity in crafting innovative solutions. We are at a crossroads and the financial crisis, despite all its adverse effects, offers the perfect opportunity to improve the retirement income system in Canada. To discuss the threats and opportunities in Canada’s pension system, ECOC has assembled a diverse panel.
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Clean Energy Technologies: Building Canada's Leadership
May 20, 2009, 11:45 am The Fairmont Hotel Macdonald, Edmonton, Alberta
The Honourable Lisa Raitt, P.C., M.P. Minister of Natural Resources, Government of Canada
The Honourable Lisa Raitt, Minister of Natural Resources, will discuss the importance of clean energy technologies and will make a major Economic Action Plan funding announcement.
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PUTTING CANADIANS FIRST: The Ignatieff Approach to Making Minority Parliament Work During a Recession
May 20, 2009, 11:45 am The National Club, Toronto
The Honourable Ralph Goodale, P.C., M.P. Official Opposition House Leader, Government of Canada
Michael Ignatieff arrived last December as Leader of the Liberal Party and the Official Opposition at a time of great political and economic turbulence. Yet he has managed the turmoil in a way that is winning increasing approval from Canadians.
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Universities and the Innovation Economy: Reflections from Toronto
May 14, 2009, 11:45 am The Sheraton Centre - Civic Ballroom, Toronto
David Naylor President, University of Toronto
Public investment in ‘shovel-ready’ infrastructure projects may re-start elements of yesterday’s economy, but Canada still lags in many measures of innovation. Research-intensive universities therefore have an essential role to play as we transition to a more sustainable platform for prosperity and social success. David Naylor argues, however, that there are persistent misunderstandings about the nature of that role in different circles, including governments, the business sector, and universities themselves. Drawing on experience at the University of Toronto, he will outline ways that universities can contribute to Canadian economic renewal and societal success.
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The Global Deal: Climate Change and the Creation of a New Era of Progress and Prosperity
May 1, 2009, 11:45 am The Sutton Place Hotel, Toronto
Lord Nicholas Stern I.G. Patel Professor & Chair of the Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change and the Environment, London School of Economics
In October 2006, Nicholas Stern, one of the greatest economists and public intellectuals of our day, made headlines around the world with his report, which reviewed the costs and benefits of dealing with global warming. The world's comminuity has learned that it must act to mitigate global climate change, but until the Stern Review, no one knew how much it would cost, and how to do it. Now, Stern has transformed his report into a powerful new book. The Global Deal evaluates the economic future, and the esssential steps we must take to protect growth and reduce poverty while managing climate change. The future Stern outlines is optimistic and pragmatic; he believes we have the capacity and creativity to change. But we need the will to inspire our political leaders to drive a new global strategy.
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Past Victories, Future Promise: Culture on the Competitive Edge
April 30, 2009, 11:45 am Sutton Place Hotel, Toronto
The Honourable Aileen Carroll Minister of Culture, Government of Ontario
The Honourable Aileen Carroll, Minister of Culture and Minister Responsible for Seniors Government of Ontario to Address the Economic Club.
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Rebuilding a Prosperous Ontario
April 23, 2009, 11:45 am The Sheraton Centre, Dominion Ballroom, Toronto
Tim Hudak, MPP Leader, Ontario PC Party
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Innovation and Change in Canadian Electronic Payments-Ottawa
April 21, 2009, 11:45 am Fairmont Chateau Laurier, Ottawa
Tim Wilson Head, Visa Canada
Tim Wilson, Head of Visa Canada, will discuss payment innovations, the need for new options in the Canadian debit marketplace and why it is vital that government not encumber modernization or competition with excessive regulation.
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It’s The Economy and the Environment
April 21, 2009, 7:30 am The Sheraton Centre, Dominion Ballroom, Toronto
Honourable John Gerretsen Minister of Environment, Government of Ontario
Ontario Environment Minister John Gerretsen will speak about how our future economic prosperity will be closely linked to the strength of our environmental protection. We have a responsibility, even in these difficult economic times, to ensure that economic development is green economic development. Minister Gerretsen will talk about how initiatives such as the toxics reduction strategy and a continental cap and trade system will complement the development of the green economy.
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Cities in the 21st Century
April 20, 2009, 11:45 am The InterContinental Hotel, Toronto
Honourable Jim Watson Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Government of Ontario
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India's Response to the Global Crisis
April 16, 2009, 11:45 am The InterContinental Hotel, Toronto
Montek Singh Ahluwalia Deputy Chairman, Planning Commission of India
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Setting the Record Straight
April 15, 2009, 11:45 am InterContinental Hotel, Toronto
Don Thompson President, The Oil Sands Developers Group
Canada’s oil sands are a controversial topic and virtually every newsmaker and layperson seems to have an opinion about this 179 billion barrel resource. The oil sands represent 97 per cent of Canada’s remaining oil reserves but misinterpretation and misrepresentation of the facts are threatening development of a resource that generates significant employment and tax revenue for Canadians. Join Don Thompson, President of the Oil Sands Developers Group, as he dispels the top 10 myths about Canada’s oil sands and presents an alternative perspective on an industry that can play a critical role in North America’s economic recovery.
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Linking Canadian Youth to A Stronger Economy
April 7, 2009, 7:30 am Intercontinental Hotel, Toronto
Linking Canadian Youth to A Stronger Economy
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Tackling the Global Economic Challenge
April 6, 2009, 11:45 am InterContinental, Toronto
Michael Russell MSP Minister for Culture, External Affairs and the Constitution, Scottish Parliament
Michael Russell, Scottish Minister for Culture, External Affairs and the Constitution will speak about the current economic climate, how it is directly affecting Scotland, how the country is dealing with the challenges we face and how we can learn from each other. The Minister will also provide insight into Scottish Canadian business opportunities, and why Canadian businesses across a variety of industries can find success in Scotland, despite the global financial downturn.
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"Justice that's right for the times"
April 2, 2009, 7:45 am Best Western Inn and Conference Centre, Oshawa
Honourable Chris Bentley, MPP Attorney General, Government of Ontario
The value of justice is limitless but the costs of justice, to justice system users and taxpayers, cannot be. Attorney General Chris Bentley will speak to how recent criminal, civil and family justice reforms both work for Ontario's economy and make Ontario's justice system more sustainable. He will also provide insight into the next challenges the justice sector must face.
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A Path Forward for Canada on the Environment
April 1, 2009, 11:45 am Fairmont Chateau Laurier, Ottawa
The Honourable Jim Prentice Minister of Environment, Government of Canada
As Canada grapples with unprecedented economic challenges, a changing climate, and new opportunities to work with the U.S. administration under President Obama, join Canada's Environment Minister, the Honourable Jim Prentice, as he discusses how Canada can meet our environmental challenges. Minister Prentice will discuss how we can move to a low-carbon economy and unveil an approach to reducing greenhouse gases from sources such as vehicles.
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Getting Through the Night: Helping Canada's Auto Industry Survive the Crisis
April 1, 2009, 11:45 am InterContinental, Toronto
Ken Lewenza National President, Canadian Auto Workers
The credit freeze and collapse of consumer confidence have created a unprecedented decline in vehicle sales in North America and around the world. This has caused tremendous financial uncertainty for automakers, not just the Detroit 3 but those in other countries as well. CAW president Ken Lewenza will discuss the future of the industry, its continuing importance to Canada's national economic performance, and the responsibility of all stakeholders (business, government and labour) to help the industry through this moment.
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New Brunswick’s Competitive Edge: Tax Cuts and The Road to Growth
March 31, 2009, 11:45 am The Sheraton Centre, Dominion Ballroom, Toronto
The Honourable Shawn Graham Premier of New Brunswick,
Premier Graham will explain how corporate and personal income tax cuts can attract new companies to his province, spurring economic growth and prosperity.
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Innovation and Change in Canadian Electronic Payments
March 30, 2009, 11:45 am The National Club, Toronto
Tim Wilson Head, Visa Canada
Tim Wilson, Head of Visa Canada, will discuss payment innovations, the need for new options in the Canadian debit marketplace and why it is vital that government not encumber modernization or competition with excessive regulation.
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Competition, Economic Crisis and the Road to Recovery
March 30, 2009, 7:45 am The National Club, Toronto
Neelie Kroes Commissioner for Competition, European Union
Commissioner Kroes will speak about how competition promotes prosperity, and why the shared values of Canada and Europe leave us well-placed to ride out the economic storm.
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Mobilizing Science and Technology to Canada's Advantage
March 18, 2009, 11:45 am The InterContinental Hotel, Toronto
Gary Goodyear Minister of State (Science and Technology), Government of Canada
From insulin to the pacemaker, from the telephone to the Blackberry, Canadian researchers and innovative companies have made discoveries that have changed the lives of people around the world. Innovation is crucial to help our economy recover quickly, create jobs for the future and improve the quality of life for Canadians. Supporting science and technology is especially important during the current global economic slowdown. Join the Minister of State for Science and Technology, the Hon. Gary Goodyear, as he makes the case for increased investment by government, business and academia in research and development in today’s challenging economic climate.
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The Global Financial Crisis: The View From Europe
February 19, 2009, 7:30 am Sheraton Centre Hotel, Toronto
Philippe d' Arvisenet Global Chief Economist and Executive Vice President, BNP Paribas Bank
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Stimulating Action in Health Care
February 10, 2009, 12:00 am The Park Hyatt, Toronto
Dr.Robert Ouellet, MD, CSPQ, FRCPC President, Canadian Medical Association
The federal government is poised to announce that billions of taxpayer dollars will be spent this year to stimulate Canada’s economy and shake the country out of its economic crisis. That urgent action on the economic front is needed is beyond question. However, Canada’s soaring health care expenditures — spending on health grew by over 4% in 2008, while the economy grew by less than 1% — cannot be ignored in the name of stimulus. Dr. Robert Ouellet, President of the Canadian Medical Association will discuss a strategic, considered and focused plan for improving care for patients that will put Canada’s health care system on a sustainable track.
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Ontario in the Creative Age - Roger Martin and Richard Florida
February 5, 2009, 12:00 am The Hilton Hotel, Toronto
Dr. Richard Florida Director, Martin Prosperity Institute
In the 2008 Ontario budget, the Ontario Government asked Roger Martin, Dean of the Joseph L. Rotman School of Management at the University of Toronto and Richard Florida, Director of the Rotman School’s Martin Prosperity Institute to “undertake a study of the changing composition of Ontario’s economy and workforce, examine historical changes and projected future trends affecting Ontario, and provide recommendations to the Province for ensuring that Ontario’s economy and people remain globally competitive and prosperous.” The report of their findings, to be released on February 5 is an important element of Ontario’s economic strategy. Following its release, the authors hope to engage Ontarians in an ongoing dialogue about achieving advantage for Ontario in the creative age.
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Justice That's Right for the Times
January 22, 2009, 12:00 am The Hilton Hotel, Toronto
Honourable Chris Bentley, MPP Attorney General, Government of Ontario
The value of justice is limitless but the costs of justice, to justice system users and taxpayers, cannot be. Attorney General Chris Bentley will speak to how recent criminal, civil and family justice reforms both work for Ontario's economy and make Ontario's justice system more sustainable. He will also provide insight into the next challenges the justice sector must face.
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Ontario’s Infrastructure Progress and our Road to Success in 2009
January 14, 2009, 12:00 am The Marriott Eaton Centre, Toronto
Honourable George Smitherman, MPP Deputy Premier, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, Government of Ontario
A review of Ontario’s infrastructure investments over the past five years and a look ahead to the McGuinty Government's plan to rebuild our infrastructure and create jobs.
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Creating an Advantage in Global Capital Markets
January 14, 2009, 12:00 am The InterContinental Hotel, Toronto
The Honourable Thomas Hockin, P.C. Chair, Expert Panel on Securities Regulation
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Barack Obama's Campaign Manager to Address Economic Club
January 13, 2009, 12:00 am The Metro Toronto Convention Centre, Toronto
David Plouffe Barack Obama's Campaign Manager,
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Minister of Natural Resources to Address The Economic Club
January 9, 2009, 12:00 am The InterContinental Hotel, Toronto
The Honourable Lisa Raitt, P.C., M.P. Minister of Natural Resources, Government of Canada
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Official Pre-Budget Consultation 2009
January 8, 2009, 12:00 am The Hilton Hotel, Toronto
Ted Menzies Parliamentary Secretary to Minister of Finance, Government of Canada
Members Only Event! 11am- 1pm- Financial Roundtable 1:30pm-3:30pm- Manufacturing Roundtable 4:00pm-6:00pm- Energy Roundtable
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Economic Outlook 2009
January 7, 2009, 12:00 am The Metro Toronto Convention Centre, Toronto
Michael Marzolini Chairman & CEO, POLLARA
At a time of unprecedented worldwide economic turmoil, The Economic Club of Canada is proud to present the most important financial event of the year: the only gathering of the Senior Economists from Canada’s largest banks. They will be together on one panel to provide insight, opinions, and discussion about the upcoming economic year. In addition, Michael Marzolini, Chairman of POLLARA, will release exclusive poll results on the attitudes of Canadians towards the economy for 2009.
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Asia's New Super Powers: The Implications for Global Security and the Global Economy
October 17, 2008, 12:00 am Intercontinental Hotel, Toronto
Bill Emmott Former Editor, The Economist ( 1993-2006)
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How Alberta's Economy Benefits All Canadians
October 9, 2008, 12:00 am The Hilton Hotel, Toronto
The Honourable Ed Stelmach Premier Of Alberta,
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Relentless ?" The True Story of the Man Behind Rogers Communications
October 6, 2008, 12:00 am The Sheraton Centre, Toronto
Ted Rogers President And CEO, Rogers Communications
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The Economic Crisis: What Happened, Why and What's Next?
October 6, 2008, 12:00 am The Sheraton Centre, Toronto
Don Drummond, Warren Jestin, Avery Shenfeld, Craig Wright, Douglas Porter ,
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Keynote Address to the Economic Club of Toronto
October 3, 2008, 12:00 am The Sheraton Centre, Toronto
The Honourable Gilles Duceppe Leader, Bloc Quebecois
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Major Energy Infrastructure Development: The Challenges and Opportunities
October 2, 2008, 12:00 am Intercontinental Hotel, Toronto
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Are Tory Times Tough Times? Stephen Harper's Economic Legacy and the Liberal Alternative
September 29, 2008, 12:00 am The Hilton Hotel, Toronto
The Honourable Michael Ignatieff Deputy Leader Of The Liberal Party of Canada, MP Etobicoke
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The State of the Industry: The Future of Community Pharmacy on the Frontline of Canadian Health Care
September 24, 2008, 12:00 am The National Club, Toronto
Nadine Saby President & CEO, Canadian Association of Chain Drug Stores
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Arctic Climate Change: A Northern Crisis, A Global Issue.
September 24, 2008, 12:00 am Intercontinental Hotel, Toronto
Sheila Watt-Cloutier Canadian Inuit Environmental Activist,
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Securing Canada's Future: Priorities for tne Next Government
September 23, 2008, 12:00 am The Royal York, Toronto
The Honourable Perrin Beatty President & CEO, Canadian Chamber of Commerce
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A Stronger Ontario for a Stronger Canada
September 23, 2008, 12:00 am The Arcadian Court, Toronto
The Honourable Dalton McGuinty Premier of Ontario,
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Corporate Canada's Man Advantage in Competitive Sports
September 12, 2008, 12:00 am The Metro Toronto Convention Centre, Toronto
Wayne Gretzky Part - Owner and Head Coach, Pheonix Coyotes
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Property Tax Incentives and Economic Development
September 9, 2008, 12:00 am The Hilton Hotel, Toronto
Dr. Enid Slack Director, Institute on Municipal Finance and Governance at the Munk Centre for International Studies
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What the Future Holds for Canada's Trade
September 4, 2008, 12:00 am Calgary Chamber Of Commerce, Calgary
Eric Siegel President & CEO, Export Development Canada (EDC)
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Keynote Address by L.R. Wilson
June 26, 2008, 12:00 am The Hilton Hotel, Toronto
L.R. "Red" Wilson Chair, The CompetitionPolicy Review Panel
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Senator John McCain to Address Economic Club of Toronto
June 20, 2008, 12:00 am The Chateau Laurier, Ottawa
Senator John McCain Republican Nominee for President of the United States,
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Address by President of Ukraine
May 28, 2008, 12:00 am The Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto
Victor Yushchenko President of Ukraine,
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My Journey to Save the Oceans
May 13, 2008, 12:00 am The National Club, Toronto
Ted Danson Award Winning Actor & Advocate for Ocean Conservation,
Featured Event
2010 - Canada Hosts The World
March 22, 2010
Featured Speaker(s):
The Honourable Lawrence Cannon
