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Canadian Club of Toronto

The Canadian Club of Toronto is Canada’s preeminent public affairs podium. Since 1897, we have served an ambitious and important mission: to connect Canadians with world-class leaders and newsmakers and be a leading platform for influencers to engage Canadians on what matters most.

Over our 125 year history as a not-for-profit organization, we continue to be a forum for Governors General and Prime Ministers, CEOs and Nobel laureates, scientists, artists and innovators. We have a proud tradition of hosting national and international leaders in politics, business, social innovation and the media, and our members and audiences are drawn from an equally diverse and distinguished group of leaders.

The Canadian Club addresses routinely generate national coverage across multiple platforms. In addition to reported media coverage and our in-person audience of several hundred people, we make our programming accessible to all Canadians through broadcasts on cable television and webcasts, available online.

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.

Copyright: ℗ & © 2013 The Canadian Club of Toronto

Latest Episodes:

Alison Nankivell Sep 17, 2026

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Canada stands at a pivotal moment in shaping its long-term economic future. As global markets evolve, strengthening Canada’s position within high-value global supply chains will be essential to driving productivity, innovation and sustained growth. Join Canadian Club Toronto on September 17 for a timely conversation with Alison Nankivell, President and CEO of Export Development Canada (EDC), as she explores the findings of EDC Economics’ latest research on Canada’s economic complexity and what it means for the country’s future competitiveness. From advanced manufacturing and technology to innovation, services and intellectual property, the discussion will examine how Canada can move beyond resource extraction to create greater economic value, enhance prosperity and unlock significant long-term growth. Following her remarks, Rita Trichur, Senior Business Writer and Columnist, The Globe and Mail, will join Alison Nankivell on stage to continue the conversation.

Denis Dubois Sep 14, 2026

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Join Canadian Club Toronto on September 14 as Denis Dubois, President and CEO of Desjardins Group, examines the economic, technological and social forces reshaping Canada and what they demand from the organizations Canadians trust. Drawing on Desjardins’ experience serving 10 million members and clients, Dubois will share his vision for how one of Canada’s leading financial institutions is adapting, innovating and finding new opportunities for growth in a rapidly changing world. Following his remarks, he will join Andrew Willis, Business Columnist for The Globe and Mail’s Report on Business, for a candid conversation about leadership, transformation and the challenges and opportunities ahead for Canadian businesses and communities.

The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne & Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Aug 27, 2026

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Canadian Club Toronto is pleased to welcome The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Canada’s Minister of Finance and National Revenue, and Nirmala Sitharaman, India’s Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs, for a timely conversation on the future of the Canada–India relationship. As both countries pursue ambitious economic agendas in an increasingly complex global environment, Canada and India have an opportunity to deepen investment, strengthen trade and build new partnerships across key sectors. This conversation will explore where the greatest opportunities lie, what is needed to give businesses and investors greater confidence, and how economic cooperation can help reinvigorate the broader bilateral relationship. Join us on August 27 for an important discussion about moving from renewed dialogue to meaningful action, and building a more resilient and mutually beneficial partnership between Canada and India. The conversation will be moderated by Victor T. Thomas, President and CEO, Canada-India Business Council.

The CIO View: Allocating Capital in Uncertain Times Jun 16, 2026

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At a moment of heightened economic and geopolitical uncertainty, how are leading institutional investors thinking about capital allocation? With perspectives from Canada and the United States, this discussion will examine how portfolios are being positioned in a more fragmented and less predictable global environment, highlighting where capital is moving and what that signals for the economic outlook ahead. Join Canadian Club Toronto on June 16 to hear from senior investment leaders as they explore the balance between risk and opportunity across public and private markets, and how long-term strategies are evolving in response. The discussion will be moderated by Amber Kanwar, host of In the Money and will feature insights from: Edwin Cass – Senior Managing Director & Chief Investment Officer, CPP Investments Joyce Chang – Chair of Global Research, J.P. Morgan Thomas Lee – Executive Director & Chief Investment Officer, NYSTRS

Ambassador Mark D. Wiseman & Darryl White Jun 15, 2026

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Canadian Club Toronto is pleased to welcome Ambassador Mark D. Wiseman for a special fireside conversation with Darryl White, CEO of BMO Financial Group, on June 15. This timely discussion will explore the evolving Canada-U.S. relationship and the path forward with our largest trading partner and closest neighbour. Against a backdrop of economic uncertainty, shifting geopolitical dynamics, and renewed focus on North American competitiveness, Ambassador Wiseman and Mr. White will discuss the opportunities and challenges shaping the next chapter of cross-border cooperation, trade, and investment. Join us for this important conversation on the future of Canada-U.S. relations, and what it means for Canadian business, economic growth, and our shared prosperity.

From Subtext to Spotlight: LGBTQ+ Stories on Screen Jun 08, 2026

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As part of our annual Pride celebration, join us for a lively conversation on the evolution of LGBTQ+ storytelling in film and television. From groundbreaking stories like Schitt’s Creek, Sort Of, and Wildhood to a new generation of queer narratives reaching global audiences, LGBTQ+ representation on screen has transformed dramatically over the past two decades. But as visibility grows, important questions remain around authenticity, inclusion, and who gets to tell these stories. Join Canadian Club Toronto on June 8 for a panel discussion exploring how queer narratives have evolved from the margins to the mainstream, the cultural impact of that shift, and what’s next for storytelling. Moderated by Judy Lung, Vice President, Strategy, Communications & Stakeholder Relations, TIFF, the discussion will feature insights from: - Damon D’Oliveira – Producer and Partner, Conquering Lion Pictures - Peter Knegt – Writer, Filmmaker, and Award-winning CBC Arts Producer and Journalist - Michelle Mama – Award-winning Filmmaker, Producer, and Founder of GAY AGENDA

Canada’s Food Moment: From Ambitious Investment to Global Growth Jun 01, 2026

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Canada stands at a defining moment, shaped by global uncertainty and growing pressure on food systems worldwide. Demand for secure, high-quality, and responsibly produced food is accelerating, even as geopolitical instability, climate risk, and supply chain disruption reshape the global landscape. At the same time, Canada’s agriculture and food sector, our largest manufacturing industry, is not keeping pace with its potential, as more coordinated and better capitalized global competitors move faster to capture this opportunity. Efforts remain fragmented, capital is not scaling at the level seen in leading markets, and the country continues to struggle to tell a clear, unified story about its role in the future of food. And yet, the opportunity is significant. With greater alignment and ambition, Canada is well positioned to lead. Realizing that potential will also require a more confident national narrative, one that reflects both the sector’s achievements, the urgency of the moment and Canada’s generational opportunity to lead in the future of food and agriculture. Join Canadian Club Toronto on June 1 for a conversation with Justine Hendricks, President and Chief Executive Officer of Farm Credit Canada, and Alison Sunstrum, Managing Partner at NYA Ventures. Moderated by Evan Fraser, Executive Director, Arrell Food Institute, University of Guelph, this panel will explore what it will take to move from potential to scale, and how stronger alignment, increased investment, and a more unified and confident voice can help position Canada’s food sector for global leadership.

The Honourable Greg Rickford May 25, 2026

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As development in Ontario’s Ring of Fire gains momentum, the question is no longer if it will proceed, but how, and with whom. Join Canadian Club Toronto on May 25 for an address by The Honourable Greg Rickford, who will update on progress to date, focusing on the important role of First Nations partnerships in shaping infrastructure development, resource opportunities, and long-term economic participation across the province. Following his remarks, The Honourable Lisa Raitt, Vice-Chair of Global Investment Banking, CIBC Capital Markets, will join Minister Rickford on stage to continue the conversation.

Tom Jenkins May 13, 2026

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Artificial intelligence is no longer just a technology investment—it is a strategic one. The organizations pulling ahead are not those with the most advanced models, but those making deliberate decisions about their data: how it is governed, where it resides, and how it is used. Join Canadian Club Toronto on May 13, when Tom Jenkins, Chair of OpenText and one of Canada’s leading voices on enterprise data and AI, examines what it takes to move from AI experimentation to real execution. Drawing on his work in Enterprise Artificial Intelligence and the newly released The Agentic AI Genome, Jenkins will explore how leading organizations are redesigning workflows, treating data as a strategic asset, and building the governance required to deploy AI with confidence. This discussion will also consider the broader implications for Canada. Decisions around data infrastructure, sovereignty, and partnerships are no longer technical—they are central to national competitiveness. Mr. Jenkins will be joined in conversation by John Stackhouse, SVP, RBC.

Trans Mountain and Canada’s Energy Infrastructure May 11, 2026

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Join Canadian Club Toronto on May 11 for a timely and thought-provoking discussion on nation-building projects, featuring Mark Maki, President and CEO of Trans Mountain Corporation, and Elizabeth Wademan, President and CEO of Canada Development Investment Corporation (CDEV). Completed in May 2024, the Trans Mountain expansion tripled capacity on Canada’s only crude oil pipeline to Pacific tidewater. Spanning more than 1,180 kilometres from Alberta to British Columbia’s coast, it stands as one of the most significant and complex infrastructure projects in modern Canadian history. Today, over 65 percent of shipments from the West Coast go to Asia, opening important new markets for Canadian oil. CDEV operates at the intersection of public policy and private markets, serving as the federal government’s active asset manager and financial advisor, with oversight of more than $75 billion in assets and initiatives, including Trans Mountain. Mark and Elizabeth will explore how the expansion is reshaping Canada’s position as an energy superpower—strengthening trade relationships, particularly across Asia, and enhancing long-term competitiveness, energy security, and economic resilience in an increasingly uncertain geopolitical environment. As Canada enters a new phase of energy and infrastructure development, this discussion will focus on what it takes and what comes next.

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