Canadian Club of Toronto

Join Canadian Club Toronto on October 9 when The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Canada's Minister of Industry & Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, will join us to discuss Canada’s plan to drive industrial growth, strengthen global competitiveness, and unlock new economic opportunities.

Join Canadian Club Toronto for breakfast on October 9 when Carolyn Rogers, Senior Deputy Governor of the Bank of Canada, joins us to discuss productivity, competition and innovation in Canada’s financial sector.

While many countries face mounting challenges in funding retirement for their citizens, Canada’s approach has drawn global attention for its resilience and results. Join Canadian Club Toronto on September 29 when John Graham, President & CEO of CPP Investments, will reflect on the factors that have shaped the CPP Fund’s growth, long-term stability and success. ​ From its origins to its role in today’s economy, Graham will offer an inside look at how CPP Investments manages one of the world’s largest pension funds, and what drives its performance. He’ll also share his perspectives on navigating global markets, the importance of staying focused on the long term, and the challenges and opportunities ahead. ​ This candid conversation will provide a rare glimpse into how Canada’s national pension investment manager is positioning the Fund for the decades to come.

Join Canadian Club Toronto on September 18 for a conversation with Annesley Wallace, President & CEO of HOOPP, on the critical role HOOPP plays in securing the financial futures of its members. As HOOPP’s new leader, Annesley is charting an ambitious strategic plan to maximize the value of the Plan, strengthen the resilience of its investment portfolio, and adapt with the healthcare community to remain its pension plan of choice. She will be joined by Karli Farrow, President & CEO of Trillium Health Partners and a member of HOOPP’s Board of Trustees. Karli has led innovative strategies to engage staff and community partners, and brings a deep understanding of healthcare leadership and governance to the discussion.

Canada’s Competition Moment – In conversation with Matthew Boswell Canada’s competitive landscape is at a pivotal moment. Few understand the stakes for our economy and the future of a competitive Canada better than Matthew Boswell, Commissioner of Competition at the Competition Bureau of Canada. Join Canadian Club Toronto on September 11 for a dynamic evening with Commissioner Boswell in conversation with Umang Khandelwal. Together, they will explore what’s changing, what’s at risk, and what lies ahead as major reforms to the Competition Act take shape and powerful new enforcement tools come into play. This timely discussion will offer insights into how competition policy shapes innovation, productivity, and growth — and what it all means for Canada’s economic future.​ Presented in partnership with The Dais.

Join us on September 10, when Canadian Club Toronto welcomes Éric Martel, President and CEO of Bombardier, in conversation with Perrin Beatty. Canada’s aerospace sector is facing a pivotal moment: from border patrol to homeland defence, how can it continue to drive innovation, support the economy, and strengthen national security? As the leader of one of Canada’s most recognized aerospace companies, Éric Martel brings a front-row perspective on the challenges, opportunities, and global collaborations shaping the future of Canadian aerospace leadership. Under Martel’s leadership, Bombardier has remained at the forefront of business aviation, delivering aircraft that combine long-range capabilities, access to remote airfields, and reliable performance. The company’s work supports not only commercial and private aviation but also national security initiatives around the world, making it a strategic pillar of Canadian aerospace innovation. Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at an industry where technology, strategy, and sovereignty converge.

Financial scams and fraud are becoming more sophisticated, widespread, and damaging, undermining the safety of individuals, the integrity of institutions, and public trust across Canada. Last year alone, $638 million in losses were reported to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre, and due to under-reporting, total losses are estimated to be over $12 billion. As these threats escalate in speed and complexity, the need for a coordinated, proactive, and sustained response is more urgent than ever. Join Canadian Club Toronto on September 9 to hear from leading voices in banking, telecommunications, policing, and cybersecurity. The panelists will unpack why the anti-scam alliance was formed, the true scale of the threat facing Canadians, and the collaborative efforts underway to confront the problem. Together, they will explore how awareness, education, and partnership are key to strengthening public resilience in an increasingly complex scam landscape. Following his opening remarks, Anthony Ostler, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Canadian Bankers Association, will moderate the conversation featuring fellow expert panelists: Nick Bednarz – CEO, Rogers Bank and SVP, Financial Services, Rogers Communications Chris Lynam – Director General, National Cyber Crime Coordination Centre, RCMP Aaron McAllister – Vice President, Fraud Threat Management, Scotiabank Jennifer Quaid – Executive Director, Canadian Cyber Threat Exchange (CCTX)

Stephen Lecce is Ontario’s current Minister of Energy and Mines and the Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP) for King-Vaughan. Stephen Lecce was recently appointed Ontario’s Minister of Energy and Mines, with an expanded mandate focused on accelerating resource development. In his mission to position Ontario as an energy superpower, by expanding electricity generation–anchored by nuclear power—along with transmission and storage. To deliver on this urgent imperative, Stephen announced the largest public energy procurement in Canadian history, along with the plan to build the largest nuclear generator on earth. With his expanded mandate, he will work to aggressively unlock one of the largest untapped critical minerals and rare earth metals on the planet—vital to Canada’s future prosperity and security. This includes accelerating permitting to get shovels in the ground, while working to diversify export markets—from minerals to nuclear energy. Stephen’s first experience in politics came in his hometown of Vaughan where he was involved in the 1999 election of the late MPP Al Palladini. Since then, he has served as Chief Spokesperson to Canada’s 22nd Prime Minister, the Rt. Hon. Stephen Harper. Upon his election in 2018, he served as Deputy Government House Leader, the Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Infrastructure, Parliamentary Assistant to the Premier, and then served as Ontario’s longest-serving Minister of Education in modern history. Pattie Lovett-Reid Chief Financial Commentator, HomeEquity Bank Pattie Lovett-Reid is one of Canada’s most trusted financial voices, known for breaking down complex money matters into practical, relatable advice. With a career that began as a bank teller and rose to Senior Vice President at TD Waterhouse Canada Inc., she brings decades of hands-on experience to the world of personal finance. She served as Chief Financial Commentator for CTVNews, where she helped Canadians make sense of their money with relatable, expert advice. Today, she continues that work as Chief Financial Commentator at HomeEquity Bank. Pattie is also an ambassador for Women’s Brain Health, a cause close to her heart. She shares timely financial insights on her YouTube series Take Charge Now and offers weekly advice on CTV’s Your Morning, helping Canadians make informed, confident financial choices. A Certified Financial Planner and bestselling co-author, Pattie has been recognized with several prestigious honours, including the Donald J. Johnston Award and the Financial Planning Canada Fellow of Distinction, celebrating her lasting impact on financial literacy across the country.

Private Equity has long been a powerful engine of growth, innovation, and transformation in the global economy. The sector is shifting to adjust for macroeconomic and geopolitical conditions, new fundraising dynamics and investor demands, and changing investment strategies. How are Private Equity leaders positioning themselves for success? Join Canadian Club Toronto on June 11 for its third annual deep dive into the state of the Private Equity sector, with a timely and insightful panel discussion featuring key voices from across the ecosystem. From global giants to mid-market innovators and emerging strategies in secondaries, our distinguished panelists will explore the opportunities, headwinds, and evolution shaping today’s private equity environment. Moderated by Sandra Bosela, Co-Group Head, Senior Managing Director and Global Head of Private Equity, OPTrust, this panel will feature: Tate Abols – Managing Partner, Corporate Development and Private Equity, Forum Asset Management Tori Buffery – Senior Director, Secondaries, Nicola Wealth Management Rob Normandeau – Managing Partner and President, SeaFort Capital David Nowak – Managing Partner, Private Equity, Brookfield Asset Management

How can Canada’s financial professions maintain a strategic advantage in an era defined by fractured trust and geopolitical instability? Join Canadian Club Toronto on June 9 as we host Tashia Batstone (President & CEO, FP Canada), Pamela Steer (CEO, CPA Canada) and Michael Thom, CFA (Managing Director, CFA Societies Canada), moderated by Rita Trichur (Senior Business Writer & Columnist, The Globe and Mail) for a timely discussion on how leading with integrity can strengthen trust, drive growth, and position Canada as a global leader in ethical finance. As Canada faces the challenges of deglobalization and a crowded information landscape, our financial professionals have a unique opportunity—and responsibility—to uphold trust, transparency and competence. From advocating for interprovincial harmonization to fostering cross-sector collaboration, our panel will explore how CPAs, CFA charterholders, and financial planners such as CFP professionals and QAFP professionals can help build a more resilient, unified financial system.

June 2025 marks ten years since the release of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Final Report and its 94 Calls to Action — a historic moment that called on businesses, government, institutions, and Canadians everywhere to reconcile their relationships with Indigenous peoples. Among the most ambitious was Call to Action #92, which called for corporate Canada to embed reconciliation into its operations through meaningful partnerships, equitable access to opportunities, and support for Indigenous economic self-determination. Over the past decade, we’ve seen a marked shift from consultation to ownership in major projects, from legal ambiguity to firmer ground on Indigenous jurisdiction, and from exclusion to leadership in finance, investment, and entrepreneurship. There has been progress. And yet there is much more work to be done. Join Canadian Club Toronto on June 4 for a critical conversation marking the 10-year anniversary of the TRC Final Report. This panel will examine how economic reconciliation has evolved over the past decade – and where the next decade must lead. Topics will include business partnership in natural resources development, shifts in law, particularly as it relates to the Indigenous/Crown relationship, the rise of Indigenous finance and investment vehicles, and the accelerating growth of Indigenous businesses across sectors. Karen Restoule, Senior Fellow & Director of Indigenous Affairs, Macdonald-Laurier Institute, will moderate this expert panel featuring leading voices in the field: Tabatha Bull – President & CEO, Canadian Council for Indigenous Business Kody Penner – Vice President, Corporate Development, Nations Royalty Sharon Singh – Partner & Co-Head of Indigenous & Environment Practice, McMillan LLP Varun Srivatsan – Director, Policy & Strategic Engagement, RBC

Join Canadian Club Toronto on June 3 for an insightful conversation with Kevin Strain, Sun Life President & CEO, as he shares how the 160-year-old asset management and insurance company has navigated challenging times to become a resilient, diversified Canadian financial success story. Mr. Strain will provide insights into Sun Life’s strategy, highlighting how diversification and timely derisking have strengthened the company while enabling it to seize key growth opportunities. He will also explore valuable lessons from Sun Life’s expansion beyond North America, emphasizing the importance of diversification, deep market understanding, cultural alignment, and strong partnerships—all guided by a clear sense of purpose. By adopting similar strategies, Canada can enhance its resilience and drive sustained growth. The time to act is now to fortify our economy and sharpen our competitive edge. Mr. Strain will be joined in conversation by Amber Kanwar, Host of In the Money with Amber Kanwar.

Successive governments have failed to adequately invest in Canada’s defence industrial base, depriving our military of the capabilities needed to contend with a far more dangerous world, limiting our ability to foster economic growth and resiliency, and isolating Canada from its closest allies and trading partners. Compounding the challenge is the United States’ trade policy, which calls into question fundamental assumptions for our collective prosperity and security. To effectively navigate Canada’s new circumstances, the Business Council of Canada recently urged the Government of Canada, in its report Security & Prosperity, to develop a new national strategy aimed at building a strong and sovereign defence industrial base. Join Canadian Club Toronto on May 27 for a timely discussion on the importance of a new defence industrial base strategy and what it will mean for Canadian workers. Lana Payne, National President of Unifor – the largest private sector union in Canada – will kick off the panel with opening remarks. From there, Louise Blais, Canada’s former Ambassador and Deputy Permanent Representative to the United Nations, will moderate a discussion among three leading CEOs: Blake Hutcheson – President and CEO, OMERS Éric Martel – President and CEO, Bombardier Inc. Nancy Southern – Chair and CEO, ATCO Ltd. The event will close with an urgent appeal for action by Goldy Hyder, President and CEO of the Business Council of Canada.

The North American auto sector is the world’s most integrated industrial network, with the Canada-U.S. partnership at its core. As Canada’s second-largest export, the automotive industry is vital to the economy, supporting thousands of well-paying, full-time jobs. Automakers invest billions in Canadian parts and materials, fueling a supply chain with one of the highest job multipliers in any industry. With Canadian jobs and the broader economy at stake, bold action and decisive leadership are imperative. Regardless of the size or duration of the tariffs, industries must view this situation as a crucial catalyst for change—an opportunity to innovate, adapt, and build a more resilient future. Join Canadian Club Toronto on May 21 for an engaging discussion on today’s most pressing trade challenges, insights from past industry crises, and emerging opportunities shaping the future of the sector. The panel discussion will bring together industry experts: Blair Sheppard – Retired Global Strategy Leader Flavio Volpe – President, Automotive Parts Manufacturers’ Association (APMA) Rob Wildeboer – Executive Chairman, Martinrea International Inc. Moderated by Shelley Gilberg – Markets Leader, Managed Accounts, PwC Canada

"Realizing our potential and building a stronger city" Toronto has always had its share of challenges and has always sought ways to rise to meet them. The present era is no different, yet some have suggested that it feels like we may have lost our ambition to be and build a better city. As we face big questions about the city we want and our vision for the future, Toronto welcomes a new Chief Planner to help us find the answers.

Join Canadian Club Toronto on April 24 for a conversation with Roy Gori, President and CEO of Manulife. Roy will talk about his tenure at Manulife, including its transformation into one of the world’s leading insurers. Under Roy’s leadership, Manulife has transformed remarkably, embracing digital innovation, enhancing customer experiences, and reshaping the portfolio towards lower risk and higher returns. Roy will also reflect on the leadership lessons he’s learned, share his thoughts on navigating an uncertain economic and geopolitical landscape, and share his insights on health, longevity, and how living longer, healthier lives mean that retirement is no longer the end of a career, but the start of an exciting new chapter. Roy will be joined in conversation by Jon Erlichman, BNN Bloomberg Contributor, former news anchor and now host of “Ticker Take,” which provides Canadians with investment and financial literacy advice on YouTube.

The Canadian Arctic is at a pivotal moment—one that demands bold leadership, strategic investment, and true collaboration between government, industry, and Indigenous communities. Join Canadian Club Toronto on April 23 for an important conversation on the future of Canada’s Arctic. The event will open with keynote remarks from Natan Obed, President of Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami, who will highlight the critical role of Inuit in shaping Arctic policy and Canada’s position as a global Arctic leader. Following the keynote, a panel discussion will bring together industry and policy experts, moderated by Hannah Thibedeau, Executive Communications Officer at Global Public Affairs. This expert panel includes Sean Boyd, Chair of Agnico Eagle Mines; Heather Exner-Pirot, Senior Fellow and Director of Energy, Natural Resources & Environment at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute; and Dr. Jessica Shadian, President of Arctic360. Together, they will explore Canada’s unique advantages in the Arctic, the opportunities for Indigenous self-determination, and the urgent need for strategic investments in infrastructure, resource development, and sovereignty. With increasing global attention on the Arctic as an economic and geopolitical frontier, this conversation will address pressing questions: How can Canada bridge the gap between its Arctic ambitions and realities on the ground? What role should industry and government play in ensuring a sustainable and prosperous future for Inuit Nunangat? And how can Canada realize its potential as a true Arctic power while fostering economic growth and Indigenous-led development? During the federal election campaign, the Arctic is emerging as a key national issue—what does a new federal government need to do/get right post-election? How do we ensure that Canada seizes on the tremendous nation-building potential of a bold Arctic strategy in the face of foreign policy challenges in the Trump era?

Join Canadian Club Toronto on April 16 when we host Blake Hutcheson, President and CEO of OMERS, for a discussion on today’s turbulent economic and political landscape. As a pivotal leader in the pension and real estate industry, OMERS and Oxford Properties significantly strengthen the economy here in Ontario and across Canada, and this event will highlight how they are managing their nearly $230 billion global balance sheet. Mr. Hutcheson will offer valuable insights about leading through these challenging times. Don’t miss this opportunity to discover how one of Canada’s largest pension plans is both surviving and thriving.

Join Canadian Club Toronto on April 10 for an insightful conversation on a groundbreaking collaboration that’s set to transform cancer research and treatment in Canada: The Cancer Breakthrough Fund. While the traditional model of philanthropy in medical research has long been vital, it cannot fully address the complexities of drug development and commercialization. This innovative partnership between the Terry Fox Foundation and Lumira Ventures blends the commitment of philanthropy to support cutting-edge research with the private sector’s expertise in scaling impactful companies. Together, they will create a lasting impact in the fight against cancer. Moderated by Avis Favaro, Health Journalist, this panel will feature: Michael Mazza – Executive Director, Terry Fox Foundation Suman Rao – Principal, Lumira Ventures Peter van der Velden – Managing General Partner, Lumira Ventures

Join Canadian Club of Toronto on April 10 for an urgent and pivotal conversation on Canada’s energy future. TC Energy CEO, François Poirier, a leading voice in North America’s energy sector, will deliver a keynote address on the critical decisions shaping our country’s economy, sovereignty and global energy leadership. Canada stands at a pivotal moment in its history. We have some of the world’s most prolific natural resources as a foundational pillar of our economy. Yet, a critical challenge jeopardizes our ability to fully harness this potential—our limitations in advancing essential infrastructure projects. These projects are not just about fueling businesses and industries; they are directly tied to powering communities and improving the lives of Canadians. How can we empower growth and mobilize Canada’s resource wealth in a way that balances economic prosperity and energy independence? Poirier will address these pressing questions, and articulate the urgency of building critical infrastructure and securing our place in the evolving energy landscape. This is our moment to take pride in our history, resources and ability to lead. Together, we can shape a future where Canada remains strong, competitive, and sovereign on the world stage. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear François Poirier’s vision for a stronger, more sovereign Canada. Following his remarks, Francois will sit down for questions with Victor Dodig, President & CEO of CIBC.