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Join Canadian Club Toronto on May 29 when we host Mirko Bibic, President and CEO of BCE and Bell Canada. A technology services and digital media leader, BCE plays an integral role in the Canadian economy through its wide range of innovative products and world-class wireless and fibre networks. Bibic will share his insights on reducing place-based disparities in Canada through network technology, investment, and creating opportunities for businesses and communities.

Join Canadian Club Toronto on May 24 for a conversation about healthcare and its intersection with hospitals, long term care and home care in the province. How will the continuum of care be strengthened and accessible for our aging populations? How will Ontario create programs and places where seniors can receive the care they need at each stage of life, from support with daily tasks as they live independently to more specialized, long-term care and memory support? Our expert panel will discuss possibilities and plans to ensure Ontario’s seniors receive the secure, high quality care they require and deserve. Moderated by Toronto Star reporter Moira Welsh, with opening remarks from Ontario’s Minister of Long-Term Care, the panel will feature:

The Honourable Paul Calandra – Ontario’s Minister of Long-Term Care & MPP for Markham—Stouffville
David Graham – President & CEO, Scarborough Health Network
Nitin Jain – President & CEO, Sienna Senior Living

Privately held businesses are the bedrock of the Canadian economy and the vast majority of these are small and medium in size, representing more than 99% of all businesses in the country. Simply put, a vibrant private company environment translates directly to a healthy and thriving Canadian economy.

In the face of a dynamic macro environment, how are Canada’s most sophisticated private investors adjusting their playbooks to help grow the next generation of Canadian champions while providing superior returns to their investors?

Join Canadian Club Toronto on May 11 for a discussion on an overall outlook of the Canadian private equity landscape and how the industry is responding to inflation trends, rising interest rates, lower debt availability, uncertain geopolitics and recessionary fears.

Our expert panel of investors will discuss what they are observing and how they are adjusting their strategies now and in the long run. This conversation will be moderated by Andrea Mandel-Campbell (Operating Advisor at Vertu Capital and Founder of karibu adventures) and will feature:

David Aiken – Managing Partner, Private Equity, Brookfield Asset Management
Justin Catalano – Managing Director, Group Head of Private Equity, Fengate Asset Management
Thecla Sweeney – Founding Partner, Alphi Capital

Join Canadian Club Toronto on May 8 for a conversation with Chris Albinson, CEO and President of Communitech, and a seasoned tech investor and longtime champion for Canada’s tech ecosystem, and Rasha Katabi, CEO and Founder of Brim Financial. Learn from these thought-leaders as they discuss the state of the Canadian technology industry and examine Canada as a destination spot for tech jobs and businesses. They will also explore the journey of the founder in a fast-paced tech environment, and the impact of the recent U.S. bank failures on the Canadian ecosystem. Chris and Rasha will be joined in conversation by Konata Lake, Partner, and Head of Torys’ Emerging Companies and Venture Capital Group.

2023 marks the 125th anniversary of the Yukon joining Confederation. Join Canadian Club Toronto on May 2 when The Honourable Ranj Pillai, Premier of the Yukon, joins us to discuss the economic future of the territory and his long-term vision for prosperity in the North. The Premier will examine the Yukon’s place in the world, Arctic security, the territory’s nation-leading approach to Reconciliation, mining and critical minerals, and the Yukon’s progressive business environment. The Premier will be joined in conversation by The Honourable Lisa Raitt, Vice-Chair, Global Investment Banking, CIBC.

According to a recent study conducted by Smith School of Business, 81% of Canadians feel it is the role of the CEO of a company to take a firm position on important social issues.

Perhaps in response, many executives have recently spoken out publicly on social and environmental issues. Is this trend a distraction or even a risk, especially now that many firms are facing greater pressure to improve core performance? Or is this the exact moment we distinguish the true visionaries from the rest of the group?

Join Canadian Club Toronto on April 26 for a timely discussion on the leadership implications and the risks and rewards of being an Outspoken CEO. This panel will be moderated by Andy Willis (Business Columnist, Report on Business, The Globe and Mail) and will feature:

Tabatha Bull – President & CEO, Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business
Dr. Wanda Costen – Dean, Smith School of Business at Queen’s University
Meghan Roach – President & CEO, Roots Corporation
Jim Stanford – Economist and Director, Centre for Future Work