Economic Club of Canada | Where the Economy Comes Together

The Ontario Marine Council plays a pivotal role in advocating for the marine industry with the provincial government. Through its initiatives, the Ontario Marine Council promotes sustainable practices, enhances industry standards, and fosters economic growth, ensuring a prosperous and environmentally responsible future for Ontario's maritime community. This event will mark the inaugural presentati...

Participate in a timely panel discussion featuring leading experts who will examine the ongoing Canadian housing market crisis and the key factors influencing it. Amid fluctuating inflation and interest rates, a limited housing supply, and rising immigration, we face pressing questions: How can we make housing more affordable for Canadians? Our panel of experts will explore these issues, analyze w...

Halifax is experiencing tremendous growth, working collaboratively—with local, national, and international businesses and partners—to build an inclusive, sustainable, and prosperous city that puts people and the planet first. Join Mike Savage, Mayor of Halifax for a special keynote address as he discusses how Halifax is attracting record numbers of people and businesses while addressing growth cha...

We are thrilled to host our Economic Roundtable event, following up on our marquee event, the 2024 Economic Outlook Breakfast which was held this past January. This initial gathering set the stage for an engaging and insightful discussion about the future of the Canadian economy, driven by a distinguished panel of chief economists. Our panelists will provide a detailed economic outlook recap, high...

Join the Economic Club of Canada for an exclusive armchair discussion with Special Advisor, Osler and former Bank of Canada Governor, Stephen Poloz and Former Federal Finance Minister, the Hon. John Manley where they will discuss the current economic landscape in Canada. Which economic policies should Canada look to apply for the remainder of 2024, what are the menu options available and what can...

Canadians are facing a rapidly evolving security environment driven by a more open and accessible Arctic and northern region, increasing global instability, and rapid advances in technology. In the face of these new challenges, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and National Defence Minister Bill Blair launched Our North, Strong and Free: A Renewed Vision for Canada’s Defence on April 8, 2024. This def...

The world is undergoing a challenging, and in some cases violent, economic, and geopolitical realignment on a historic scale. Competition for capital between countries is escalating rapidly. In this moment, Canada needs to step up its efforts to attract greater investment to power our economy into the future but instead, we are falling behind our global peers on the most meaningful economic indica...

Life and health insurers play an important role in Canada’s health system, making supplementary health services accessible for 27 million Canadians. But they are also driving change and innovation too.  Join Denis Ricard, Chair of Board of the Canadian Life and Health Insurance Association (CLHIA) and President and CEO of iA Financial Group for a discussion of ways insurers are partnering with eac...

The economy needs to move toward a low carbon future, and Canada’s ambitious goal to reach net-zero by 2050 will require support from government and businesses alike. What role do financial services play in this transition? How do we do it sustainably and in a fair and just manner? Join Desjardins CEO and President, Guy Cormier, for a discussion on the evolving role of sustainable finance and the...

On election night, Premier Kinew quipped that “little old Manitoba” was finally getting the recognition it deserved as a progressive place full of hope and opportunity. In this address he invites economic leaders to become a part of this exciting moment and help set a new course for the province and our nation. The province is positioned uniquely, for the first time in years, with an ambitious pro...

Alberta is the economic engine of Canada, with policies and structures in place to encourage investment and drive the innovative and entrepreneurial spirit that Albertans are known for. For decades, this has been centered around the province’s oil and gas industry, but today, it is so much more. While Alberta retains a strong oil and gas sector, it is a home for investment in other emerging energy...

When we – or a loved one – are sick, we expect our health care system to be there to support us through that journey. Palliative care provides critical support for people with a serious illness to maximize their quality of life and provide comfort, control and dignity. But gaps persist in accessing this care. A recent report from the Canadian Cancer Society, shows nearly all provinces and territor...

Listen to the 2024 Annual Economic Outlook Breakfast event as our panel of chief economists give their predictions for the new year.

In just a few short years, the world has changed dramatically. A pandemic, war in Europe, and the resurgence of authoritarian governments around the world now means that liberal democracy - and the post-war world order that brought peace and prosperity to so many - now faces its greatest threat in decades. Canada stands in proud defence of liberal democracy, and the values it represents, but we ar...

Lilly Canada celebrates 85 years as an affiliate in 2023. This marks the final year of the Centennial commemoration honouring Lilly’s partnership with the University of Toronto that made insulin widely available one hundred years ago. As a part of Lilly Canada’s commemoration of this important milestone, a panel discussion including leaders from the patient advocacy, public health policy and indus...

With the development of Canada’s Sustainable Agriculture Strategy underway, industry leaders and government are building a path towards sustainable business solutions to reduce emission across the agriculture and agri-food sector. How can innovation and technology play a role in this strategy? What role is AI playing in the sector now and in the future to support sustainability outcomes? Our panel...

On September 12th, the Economic Club of Canada presented ‘The Housing Affordability Crisis in Canada,’ event featuring a timely panel discussion with chief economists who examined the current Canadian housing market crisis and the key drivers impacting the Canadian housing market. With inflation and interest rates still in flux, a low supply, and an increase in immigration how can we make things m...

In this follow-up discussion with the Peter Routledge, Superintendent of Financial Institutions, we discussed the big issues facing OSFI in 2023, how these issues compared to those discussed in 2022 and how his organization if responding to these ever changing issues.

Our world is more interconnected than ever before and with advancements in technology come new security risks. Consumers are facing threats at every turn with bad actors and cybercriminals constantly developing new techniques for stealing personal and financial data. For most businesses, it’s not a question of if a data breach or fraud will occur, but when. This threat is existential is for small...

The national healthcare summit is a signature annual event hosted by The Economic Club of Canada, featuring policy makers, patient leaders and health system innovators industry executives, policy makers and key government officials in conversation to provide an in-depth look at the healthcare landscape in Canada as it pertains to the economy, innovation, and the health and wellbeing of our labour...

Survey after survey shows Canadians' enthusiasm for electric vehicles (EVs), but what is the actual level of interest when EVs remain much more expensive than ICE vehicles? How deep is that level of enthusiasm from Canadians given that for the last five years more than 50% of Canadians have indicated on surveys, that their next vehicle will be electric? Are we past the early adopter stage or p...

Our recent experience with the COVID-19 pandemic illustrated the integral link between the health of a population and its prosperity. This keynote address from Canada’s Minister of Health will explore the nexus of a healthy community and of a strong economy and how health can be a driver of economic growth in a post-COVID, rapidly changing world. The evolving geopolitical context, an aging populat...

Join Ontario’s Minister of Finance, Peter Bethlenfalvy, for a keynote speech and fireside chat on Ontario’s 2023 Budget; Building a Strong Ontario, the province’s plan to support people and businesses today, while laying a strong fiscal foundation for the future.

Around the world, businesses large and small, unions and governments are in a race to reduce carbon emissions, seize extraordinary economic opportunities, and avoid the destructive impacts of climate change. Global financial markets are driving this investment shift through their investment decisions. The smartest money, in search of long-term gains, is steering away from assets that will perform...