The state of our mental health affects how we move through life and experience the world every day. It touches not only on our relationship with ourselves, but also with our family, friends, and colleagues. A significant portion of our society spends most of their day at work. Structural and interpersonal barriers create challenges on the path to mental health in the workplace, which means that despite best efforts, it is not always easy or possible to leave our internal struggles at home. In recent years, there has been increasing discourse and action taken to promote mental health in the wor ..read more

Grit. Vision. Abundance. At a time of uncertainty in Ontario – the path to economic abundance for people and businesses in the province requires clear vision and hard work. Join Bonnie Crombie, leader of Ontario’s Liberals, for a conversation about moving the province forward. Crombie will discuss her bold, ambitious vision for change in Ontario – high-quality healthcare and education, reliable transit, affordable homes and the growing economy to finance it. Ambitious change that will take tenacity, grit and a refusal to accept things as they are. The Empire Club of Canada is honoured to host ..read more

As we near the halfway point of Premier Doug Ford’s second mandate, it’s time for a stock take on his achievements and challenges – and what it means for the Spring sitting of the Ontario legislature. With the election of Bonnie Crombie as the Leader of the Ontario Liberal Party in December, the main protagonists of the next Ontario election are now set. Ms. Crombie is a brand name in the vote rich GTA, and while she will not have a seat in the legislature, she will be a new force for Doug Ford to reckon with, while also setting up a “progressive primary” with Marit Stiles’ NDP. How has ..read more

In Conversation with Ontario’s Minister of Finance Amid record population growth and the challenges of an uncertain economy and global instability, Ontario is delivering on its Plan to Build. Join Ontario’s Minister of Finance, Hon. Peter Bethlenfalvy, for a keynote speech and fireside chat, where he will share more about how the province is investing in the critical infrastructure needed for the future while keeping costs down for people today ..read more

The Empire Club presents EMPIRE NIGHTS  Sarada Peri, in Conversation with Martin Regg Cohn, Political Columnist, The Toronto Star Don Guy, Pollster of Pollara Strategic Insights: Presentation of special polling insights on democracy and Canadian attitudes toward the U.S. Election A flurry of democratic activity will take place in 2024, with at least 65 elections taking place across 54 countries. At the same time, the frontiers of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies seem to expand every day. The influence of AI on the democratic process will be tested at scale for the first time ..read more

The Empire Club is excited to host keynote speaker Dr Wanda Costen, Dean, Smith School of Business Queen’s University, who will deliver an inspirational and thought-provoking address on themes of increased access, innovation, transformation and representation — followed by a call to action from our audience on how to support the next generation of black leaders. Wanda will then be joined by successful executives Claudette McGowan, CEO of Protexxa and Jaqui Parchment, Board Director and recently Retired CEO of Mercer Canada, who will discuss their career journeys and how the ..read more

Join us on November 8th in honouring Indigenous veterans, as we pay tribute to their contributions to Canada’s military history. This event will feature two distinguished speakers who will shed light on the remarkable journeys of veterans and their enduring impact on our nation. Tim O’Loan, a Sahtu Dene and military veteran, became an advisor to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada, working closely with Hon. Murray Sinclair. Today, Tim is the founder of the Reconciliation Speakers Bureau, the first of its kind in Canada. John Moses, Director, Repatriation and Indigenous Relations ..read more

Join Axel Schwan, president of Tim Hortons, Canada and U.S., and Duncan Fulton, Chief Corporate Officer at parent company Restaurant Brands International (Tim Hortons, Burger King, Popeyes, Firehouse Subs), for a fireside conversation about growing brand love, making quality improvements to its menus and accelerating openings at some of the world’s most iconic brands. From introducing quality improvements to its menu, like freshly cracked eggs, to building market share in cold beverages and lunch and dinner menu items, Tims has driven positive momentum in the past few years through a journey o ..read more

Canada’s housing crisis has been thrust to the top of the national agenda as rising rents and mortgage rates squeeze pocketbooks, and our growing population outstrips the supply of new homes. While we are starting to see a glimmer of coordinated action at the federal, provincial and municipal levels, the enormity of this challenge can be daunting given the structural barriers preventing new home development. Against this backdrop, the Empire Club has assembled a panel of housing experts for a discussion on the way forward, focusing on concrete steps policy makers can take to increase rental su ..read more

As the global economy evolves, Canada has continued to punch above its weight in the face of once-in-a-generation challenges and amidst ongoing international uncertainty. But how will Canada continue to compete and thrive? More importantly, what will this mean for Canadian businesses and workers? Join Canada’s Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages,  Hon. Randy Boissonnault for a speech on how Canada’s workforce will lead the way as we respond and adapt in a changing world ..read more