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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.

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Latest Episodes:

Bernard Lord Feb 28, 2023

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Join Canadian Club Toronto on February 28 for an engaging discussion with Bernard Lord, Chair of the Board of Directors of the Canadian Life and Health Insurance Association (CLHIA) and CEO of Medavie, a health solutions partner. Mr. Lord will share the industry’s perspectives on the changing healthcare landscape and how Canada’s life and health insurers are helping Canadians access care today. He will speak about collaboration between the benefits and insurance industry and government, and the need for a balanced regulatory framework in Canada. Mr. Lord will be joined in conversation by Carly Weeks, Health Reporter for The Globe and Mail. Bernard Lord became Chief Executive Officer of Medavie in September 2016 where he provides strategic leadership to further the company’s mission to improve the wellbeing of Canadians. Prior to this role, Mr. Lord served eight years on the Board of Medavie. He is currently the Chair of the International Federation of Health Plans, the Chair of the Canadian Life and Health Insurance Association and the President of the Canadian Association of Blue Cross Plans. He is also a member of the New Brunswick Law Society and Canadian Bar Association. Mr. Lord was elected four times to the New Brunswick Legislature and was Premier of New Brunswick from 1999 to 2006. He also worked as the CEO of the Canadian Wireless and Telecommunications Association from 2008 until 2016. Throughout his career, he has served on boards of several companies and organizations and has been involved in various philanthropic endeavors. Mr. Lord is a Queen’s Counsel and has been inducted into the Order of Moncton and the Order of New Brunswick.

Employee Ownership Trusts Feb 27, 2023

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Canada is undergoing the largest wave of business owner retirements in its history, with over $2 trillion in business assets projected to be sold over the next decade. The federal government is considering a way to seize on a golden opportunity to build economic resilience throughout this transition by adopting one of the most popular business succession tools available in the U.S. and U.K.: Employee Ownership Trusts. Join Canadian Club Toronto on February 27 for a timely discussion with forward-thinking executives on the international experience of Employee Ownership Trusts and how government and the private sector can work together to build better economic outcomes for workers and communities. This panel will be moderated by Matthew Mendelsohn (Senior Advisor, Boston Consulting Group) and will feature: Christine Cooper – Executive Vice President and Head, BMO Commercial Bank, Canada Chad Friesen – CEO, Friesens Corporation Tim Masson – Chief Steward & CEO, Raise Recruiting Cindy Turcot – CEO & President, Gardener’s Supply Company

The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne Feb 24, 2023

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Join Canadian Club Toronto on February 24 when we host The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Canada’s Minister of Innovation, Science & Industry. Minister Champagne will discuss the country’s economic security, the realities and necessities of friend-shoring and the impact on supply chains, the green economy and the importance of critical minerals, as well as Canada’s digital economy and how we can lead in Quantum and AI. Following his remarks, Minister Champagne will be joined in discussion by Amber Mac. The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne was first elected in 2015 as the Member of Parliament for Saint-Maurice—Champlain. He has previously served as Minister of Foreign Affairs, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, and Minister of International Trade. Minister Champagne is a businessman, lawyer, and international trade specialist with over 20 years’ experience at large international companies in Europe, particularly in the fields of energy, engineering, and innovation. Before entering politics, Minister Champagne was Vice-President and Senior Counsel of ABB Group, a leader in cutting-edge technology that operates in more than 100 countries. He also served as Strategic Development Director, acting General Counsel, and Chief Ethics Officer and Member of the Group Management Committee of Amec Foster Wheeler, a world leader in the energy sector. In 2009, Minister Champagne was named Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum. He has served on several boards over the years, and was notably President of the Canadian-Swiss Chamber of Commerce and the Banff Forum. After his election in 2015, Minister Champagne served as a parliamentary secretary to the Minister of Finance until 2017, when he was appointed Minister of International Trade. During his time as Minister of International Trade, the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement entered into force, and Canada signed the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership. In 2018, he was named Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, and oversaw the federal government’s ambitious $187 billion infrastructure investment plan. He was appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs in 2019, and oversaw the creation of Canada’s Declaration Against Arbitrary Detention in State-to-State Relations, which more than 60 countries have endorsed. Minister Champagne holds a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Montréal and a Master of Laws in American law from Case Western Reserve University. Minister Champagne also studied public and private international law at The Hague Academy of International Law, in the Netherlands.

Securing Canada’s Immigration Advantage Feb 14, 2023

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Canada’s ability to attract talent from every corner of the globe is one of our country’s greatest competitive advantages. But are we doing enough to ensure newcomers can contribute to their full potential? Join Canadian Club Toronto on February 14th for a timely discussion with three leading chief executives on how their businesses support newcomers and what the private sector, communities and governments can do together to secure Canada’s immigration advantage. Victor Dodig – President and CEO, CIBC Penny Wise – President, 3M Canada Martin Basiri – Co-founder and CEO, ApplyBoard Moderated by Patrick Brethour – Editorials Editor, The Globe and Mail The luncheon begins with Goldy Hyder, President and CEO of the Business Council of Canada, highlighting the role economic immigration plays in strengthening the quality of life of all Canadians.

Éric Martel Feb 09, 2023

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Join Canadian Club Toronto when Éric Martel, President & CEO of Bombardier, speaks on February 9 – the day of the company’s Q4 and 2022 earnings results. Mr. Martel will discuss Bombardier’s financial performance and strategic priorities, its critical place in Canada’s aerospace industry and its potential as an innovator for Canada’s defense needs. A dynamic and engaging leader, Éric Martel is respected globally for his leadership and business acumen. As President and CEO of Bombardier, Mr. Martel’s extensive experience in engineering, aerospace and in global product manufacturing helps lead the international company in serving corporations, aviation charter companies and governments, enabling businesses and individuals to travel safely and efficiently. Known for developing and manufacturing their flagship Global and Challenger business jets, Bombardier’s impact on the economy cannot be understated. With 9,000 employees in Canada, the company is a major global player and contributes significantly to job creation, supply chain vibrancy and export sales. Bombardier’s leadership in sustainable aviation is also of note, with the Global 7500 being the first business jet ever to receive an environmental product declaration. Mr. Martel has decades of experience working with some of the world’s most important corporations, and deep relationships with key stakeholders and customers. His sincere and authentic voice and thoughtful, insightful and engaging approach is appreciated by his peers. He is also a dedicated and committed leader, offering his time to numerous volunteer opportunities. He has been actively involved with Centraide of Greater Montreal for many years and served as co-chair of the fundraising campaign in 2019. He’s also involved with the Montreal Mental Health University Institute Foundation and Robotique FIRST Quebec. He was named one of the five most influential people in Quebec by L’actualité in 2018.

125th Anniversary Celebration Feb 01, 2023

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Join Canadian Club Toronto on February 1 as we celebrate the Club’s rich history. Those in attendance will be lucky to hear from a panel of past Premiers – featuring Christy Clark, The Honourable Jason Kenney and Kathleen Wynne – in conversation with Steve Paikin. The Club has come of age with the vibrant and ever evolving idea of Canada, and the panel will discuss how unified Canada really is after over 125 years of exploration. The Canadian Club has endured and thrived for more than a century precisely because it has been willing to change to reflect new Canadian realities. What has not changed is our mission which is to bring Canadians together to talk about the issues that matter most. We hope you’ll join us for an evening of conversation and celebration! We are honoured to open the event with a creation story from Nyle Johnston, and close with poetry by George Elliot Clarke.

Driving Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace Jan 26, 2023

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Over the past several years, society has taken great steps to address some of our historic inequities in business and beyond. Efforts to expand the diversity of boards of directors, executive teams, and senior leadership across industries have been imperative. How has this challenge been met? What are the obstacles to success, and how do we overcome them? How do we ensure diverse boards are, in fact, inclusive? Join Canadian Club Toronto on January 26 for a virtual discussion on what practices are working now and where do we still need to lean in to take DEI forward? Our expert panel will be moderated by Scott Belton, Senior Vice President, Canadian Personal Banking Strategy & Acquisition at TD Canada Trust, and will feature: Krystal Abotossaway– Senior Manager, HR Leadership Development Program, TD Michael Bach – Author and IDEA Thought Leader Dr. Julie Cafley – Executive Director, Catalyst Canada Kike Ojo-Thompson – Founder & CEO, KOJO Institute

2023 Tech Outlook Jan 25, 2023

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In the face of volatile times ahead, start-up entrepreneurs need to be thinking differently. Join Canadian Club on January 25 for a discussion on the tech fundraising and scaling environment. What should startup entrepreneurs be thinking about and prioritizing? What advantages do we have being in Canada? Our expert panelists will discuss what they’re observing, how they’re adjusting strategies, and the uniquely interesting challenges and opportunities facing women-led companies. This conversation will be moderated by April Fong, Executive Editor of The Logic and will feature: Rhiannon Davies – Co-founder and Managing Partner, Sandpiper Ventures Lisa Melchior – Founder and Managing Partner, Vertu Capital Eva Wong – Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer, Borrowell

46th Annual Outlook 2023 Jan 11, 2023

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For forty-six seasons, Canadian Club Toronto and the National Post have gathered expert panelists each New Year for a forecast luncheon on the economy, the markets and political issues that will affect Canadians in the year ahead. This year’s expert panel will be moderated by Sabrina Maddeaux, Columnist, National Post and will feature: Kevin Carmichael – Editor-in-Chief, Financial Post Amanda Lang – Host, Taking Stock, Bell Media Dennis Mitchell – Chief Executive Officer & Chief Investment Officer, Starlight Capital Jean-François Perrault – Senior Vice President and Chief Economist, Scotiabank

Anthony G. Ostler Nov 24, 2022

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In the CBA’s 130th year, we emerged from a pandemic that upended every facet of our lives, including the economy. The challenge is to build a strong, sustainable recovery that understands the lessons of the past, responds to the urgencies of today, and seizes the opportunities of the future. Join Canadian Club Toronto on November 24 to hear Anthony G. Ostler, President & Chief Executive Officer, Canadian Bankers Association discuss how banks are leading in cyber security and digital privacy, their paths to net zero, and the commitment to leading on diversity, equity and inclusion among Canada’s financial institutions. Following his remarks, Anthony will sit down for questions with Gillian Riley, President & CEO of Tangerine Bank. Anthony G. Ostler is President & Chief Executive Officer of the Canadian Bankers Association. As President and CEO, he advances the perspectives of the banking sector to all levels of government, regulators, stakeholders, media and the public. In this capacity, Anthony plays a strong role in the development of public policies on financial services that contribute to a sound, successful banking system that benefits Canadians and Canada’s economy. He is also a member of the Board of Directors of the International Banking Federation (IBFed), a forum that addresses issues affecting banking around the world. Before joining the CBA, Anthony was Senior Vice President, Head of Stakeholder Engagement in Global Marketing at State Street Bank & Trust Company in Boston. Also at State Street, he held the roles of Senior Vice President, Client – Global Chief Operating Officer and Senior Vice-President, Head of Investor Relations. Anthony has broad experience in senior positions in Canada at Manulife Asset Management, Manulife Financial, Canaccord Financial and RBC. Anthony is an Associate of the Institute of Canadian Bankers (AICB), a chartered financial analyst (CFA), a Certified Financial Risk Manager (FRM), and earned his MBA with Distinction and the Ivey Scholar honour from the Ivey Business School of the University of Western Ontario. He received the Ivey Distinguished Service Award for extraordinary service to the Ivey Business School, is the past Chair of the Board of the Ivey Alumni Network and a past member of the Ivey Advisory Board. Anthony served as a board member of buildOn Boston and has taken up several leadership volunteer roles in support of social services organizations in B.C. and Ontario. He currently serves as a member of the United Way of Greater Toronto’s 2022 Community Campaign Cabinet.

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