Economic Club of Canada Events

Past Events

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  The Role of the Competition Bureau in Building a More Productive, Competitive Canada

  May 4, 2010, 11:45 am
  The InterContinental Hotel,
  Toronto

  Melanie L. Aitken
  Commissioner of Competition,
  Canadian Competition Bureau

  In her remarks, Commissioner of Competition Melanie Aitken will address the important role competitive markets play in ensuring a growing Canadian economy, and will touch on her priorities and the Bureau's recent activities, such as its ongoing challenge to rules imposed by the Canadian Real Estate Association.

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  Opening Markets Across the Atlantic: The Next Step in Canadian Free Trade

  April 30, 2010, 11:45 am
  The Sutton Place Hotel,
  Toronto

  The Honourable Peter Van Loan,PC, MP.
  Minister of International Trade,
  Government of Canada

  As our economy continues down the path to recovery, Canadian businesses and workers are facing fierce competition in global markets. Helping them compete — and win — is critical. Inspired by our enormous success with North American free trade, Canada is opening an important new chapter in the Canadian trade story: negotiations with the European Union towards a Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement, the most significant Canadian trade initiative since the North American Free Trade Agreement. Join Canada’s Minister of International Trade Peter Van Loan as he outlines the government’s plan to open doors for Canadians in Europe, and around the world.

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  Canadian Agriculture: Feeding the World and Fueling our Economy

  April 28, 2010, 11:45 am
  The Fairmont Château Laurier,
  Ottawa

  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. Jay Bradshaw, President of Syngenta Canada, will shed light on the current state of Canadian agriculture, its role on the global stage, its economic significance, and what you need to know to make the most of the opportunities presented by this often misunderstood but essential industry.

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  THE TRUE COST OF THE ONTARIO GOVERNMENT'S CUTS TO PHARMACIES- LONDON ONT

  April 23, 2010, 11:45 am
  Delta London Armouries,
  London, ON

  Iris Krawchenko, R.Ph. B.Sc.Phm. CGP ( Certified Geriatric Pharmacist)
  Chair, Board of Directors and Pharmacist Manager ,
  Dell Pharmacy Ltd.

  The Ontario government has proposed severe funding cuts to which would seriously jeopardize the care patients receive from their pharmacists. Local pharmacist leader and past-president of the Ontario College of Pharmacists Iris Krawchenko will discuss the true impact on patients of the government’s proposed cuts, in particular pharmacists' ability to provide more services.

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  THE TRUE COST OF THE ONTARIO GOVERNMENT'S CUTS TO PHARMACIES _ OTTAWA EVENT

  April 22, 2010, 7:30 am
  The Chateau Laurier,
  Ottawa

  Janet McCutchon
  Vice-Chair Of the Board of Directors,
  Ontario Pharmacists’Association

  The Ontario government simply misunderstands the value of the role that pharmacists play in providing front-line health care in Ontario. Community pharmacist Janet McCutchon will discuss the true impact on patients of the government’s proposed cuts – both immediately and long-term, particularly to pharmacists' ability to enhance the services they provide. For the most vulnerable patients in Ontario, that is the real crime in these proposed cuts.

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  THE TRUE COST OF THE ONTARIO GOVERNMENT'S CUTS TO PHARMACIES

  April 15, 2010, 7:45 am
  The Sutton Place Hotel,
  Toronto

  Janet McCutchon
  Vice-Chair Of the Board of Directors,
  Ontario Pharmacists’Association

  The Ontario government simply misunderstands the value of the role that pharmacists play in providing front-line health care in Ontario. Community pharmacist Janet McCutchon will discuss the true impact on patients of the government’s proposed cuts – both immediately and long-term, particularly to pharmacists' ability to enhance the services they provide. For the most vulnerable patients in Ontario, that is the real crime in these proposed cuts.

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  Full Disclosure: Enhancing the Quality and Transparency of Financial Statements During Challenging Economic Times

  April 14, 2010, 11:45 am
  One King West Hotel & Residence,
  Toronto

  Brian A. Hunt, FCA
  Chief Executive Officer,
  Canadian Public Accountability Board

  Today more than ever, high-quality audits are a crucial part of the process that ensures the integrity of financial reporting. Brian Hunt is the CEO of the Canadian Public Accountability Board (CPAB), the regulator that oversees the auditors of Canadian public companies. Mr. Hunt will release the results of CPAB’s 2009 inspections, including its recommendations on what audit firms, management and audit committees should do to improve the quality and transparency of financial statements. He will also talk about the importance of maintaining audit quality during the economic slowdown and in the face of several other challenges that have the potential to negatively affect audit quality in Canada.

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  NEW DATE: Evolution not Revolution: A Prescription for Helping Canadians Save More for the Future

  April 7, 2010, 11:45 am
  The Hyatt Regency Calgary,
  Calgary

  Frank Swedlove
  President,
  Canadian Life and Health Insurance Association

  As finance ministers review Canada's pension regime and the adequacy of income for Canadians in retirement, many proposals are being generated. But the importance of the issue demands a grounded and balanced approach that leverages achievements made to date and focuses on the practical demands of the future. Frank Swedlove is President, Canadian Life and Health Insurance Association. Prior to joining the CLHIA, he held a number of positions in the Canadian Government, including Assistant Deputy Minister in the Department of Finance. Mr. Swedlove will provide a prescription for improving retirement savings.

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  Beyond Recovery: Sustaining Economic Growth

  March 29, 2010, 11:45 am
  The Sheraton Centre,
  Toronto

  Paul Jenkins
  Senior Deputy Governor,
  Bank of Canada

  In “Beyond Recovery: Sustaining Economic Growth,” Mr Jenkins will discuss the changing global economic landscape, describe how public policy is contributing to the evolution of that landscape, and suggest the opportunities and challenges that the new landscape will pose for Canadian business.

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  Roadmap to a Balanced Budget: Taking Action to Ensure Government Lives Within Its Means

  March 29, 2010, 7:45 am
  The Sheraton Centre,
  Toronto

  The Honourable Stockwell Day
  President of the Treasury Board and Minister for the Asia-Pacific Gateway,
  Government of Canada

  On March 4, the Government of Canada presented a Budget that builds on Canada’s economic recovery with actions to create jobs and spur growth. It includes a disciplined plan to return to balanced budgets. The Honourable Stockwell Day will outline this plan which is essential to sustaining Canada’s economic advantage, now and for the future.

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  Vision of Hope for the Toronto District School Board

  March 25, 2010, 11:45 am
  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
  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.

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  2010 - Canada Hosts The World

  March 22, 2010, 11:45 am
  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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  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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