Canadian Club Toronto

As we celebrate the birth of our great nation, let's take a moment to reflect on the incredible legacy of Canadian leaders, innovators, and visionaries. The Canadian Club Toronto is proud to have hosted decades of inspiring speeches and conversations featuring some of the greatest Canadians. From politics to business, arts to sciences, our archives are filled with insights and stories that continue to shape our country's future. We invite you to explore and be inspired by the words of those who have contributed to making Canada what it is today. 🔗 Explore our archives: https://lnkd.in/ex5PWWcE We wish everyone a happy and reflective Canada Day! #CanadaDay #CanadianClubToronto #GreatCanadians #Inspiration #Leadership #ProudlyCanadian #Canada’sPodium

As we reflect on the long and rich history of Indigenous peoples in Canada, it's important to recognize and celebrate the contributions, cultures, and achievements of the First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. At the Canadian Club Toronto, we want to take this day as an opportunity to acknowledge and promote the successes and challenges of Indigenous communities and groups. It is crucial to continue the conversation about the past, present, and future of Indigenous peoples in Canada and work towards reconciliation in a meaningful way. We honour the diversity of Indigenous cultures and traditions, and we recognize the skills and expertise of Indigenous peoples that contribute to the economic, social, and cultural prosperity of our country. We will continue to make efforts to engage in meaningful dialogue with Indigenous communities, recognize Indigenous cultures, and support Indigenous-led initiatives. You can reflect, learn and celebrate the diverse cultures of Indigenous communities through some of our events: - Indigenous Reconciliation on Bay Street:  https://lnkd.in/eMq_BcAE - Indigenous Ownership & Canada’s Economic Future:  https://lnkd.in/gwtHVsVt - Our Energy Future: What does it look like, and what will it take to get there?: https://lnkd.in/estSTuEr - A Celebration of Indigenous Voices: https://lnkd.in/ePkkke6B - A Celebration of Indigenous Youth: https://lnkd.in/ecDk77Ky #NationalIndigenousPeoplesDay #economy #reconciliation #inclusivity #insight #partnerships #NIPD2024

Thank you for joining us for a conversation with Jeremy Wilmot, President and Chief Executive Officer of Interac Corp., and Anne Gaviola from Global News who addressed Canada's changing payments landscape, the general shift to digital platforms, and what lies ahead for the digital economy. Below are some points he spoke to: - Interac's 2025–27 strategy aims to lead Canadians to digital prosperity, focusing on sustainable data sharing and use. - Canada's role in the digital economy includes leading in fraud detection and prevention. Digital fraud attempts are increasing worldwide and losses are estimated at $4-6 Billion. -Innovation at Interac is driven by the concept of Jugaad, focusing on non-conventional, resourceful and frugal solutions. - Collaboration, data responsibility, and a "By Canada, For Canada" approach is essential to advancing Canada's digital economy, maintaining system availability, and ensuring we are at the forefront of digital innovation. Watch it here: https://lnkd.in/eBhfe7p7 #finance #interac #economy #sustainability #canada #growth #fintech

Today our President & CEO, Jeremy Wilmot presented at the Canadian Club Toronto to discuss the opportunities for Canada to become a leader in the global digital economy, and how our new corporate strategy will lead Canadians to digital prosperity. He was also joined by Anne Gaviola, Senior Digital Broadcast Journalist at Global News for a discussion on the evolving payments landscape, the widespread transition to digital platforms, and what's next for the digital economy.

Thank you for joining us for our Annual Pride conversation featuring Devon Matthews, Rainbow Railroad’s Head of Programs, Latoya Nugent, Rainbow Railroad's Head of Engagement, and Stacy Lee Kong, Editor in Chief, 3 magazine. Below are some points they spoke to: -Forced displacement and persecution drive LGBTQI+ people to seclusion; they face unique risks, including increased chances of border violence and trafficking, and thus require unique approaches to safety. - Organizations like Rainbow Railroad play a crucial role in providing a sense of belonging and facilitating transformative resettlement experiences, allowing people to live freely as themselves in safe, supportive communities and create a sense of family. - Many resettled individuals become active advocates in their communities, contributing to the sustainability and lasting impact of Rainbow Railroad. - Individuals can support this work by fundraising, volunteering their expertise and special skills, providing housing, and advocating for LGBTQI+ rights. Watch it here: https://lnkd.in/evxFniCG #pride #pridemonth #inclusion #diversity #insights #LGBTQI+

Thank you for joining us for a conversation with The Honourable Seamus O'Regan Jr., Canada's Minister of Labour and Seniors where he discussed the Canadian workforce of the 21st century and building an economy focussed on dignity. Below are some points he spoke to: - Importance of Caregivers: Current and future prosperity depends on caregivers, who are essential for maintaining dignity and supporting other sectors; "the care economy is the one sector of the economy that every other sector relies on." - Challenges and Realities: Caregiving is a costly responsibility, affecting 1 in 5 Canadians' ability to go to work, with 1 in 2 expected to become caregivers in their lifetime - Support and Policies: Minister O'Regan introduced 10 paid sick days for federal workers - Demographics: Recognizing that the caregiver workforce is predominantly racialized and vulnerable Watch it here: https://lnkd.in/eZFwB7Pz #cdnclubto #canadianevent #ministeroflabour #economy #ministerofseniors #growth #productivity

Thank you for joining us for a conversation with Darren Entwistle, President and CEO of TELUS where he discussed how TELUS is providing increased connectivity and better social results to all Canadians. Below are some points he spoke to: - Social capitalism as their ethos for business; integrating social responsibility and community well-being with economic growth and prosperity. - Transforming and improving the healthcare system through their employer-funded healthcare initiatives, like Telus Health for Good which provides services for the homeless through mobile clinics. - Conserving and remediating the planet through their business initiatives, like the Telus Pollinator Fund for Good. - Telus Wise initiative which educates people on online safety through AI workshops and internet literacy. Watch the event here: https://lnkd.in/eYKc4p6K #event #ceo #telecommunications #investments #innovation #digital #connectivity

Thank you for joining us at our 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award when we honoured Peter Gilgan, the founder and CEO of Mattamy Asset Management. Peter reflected on his illustrious career and shared his vision for the future. Below are some of the points he spoke to: - As a proud Canadian, Gilgan believes Canadians overperform in technology but underperform in the commercialization of said innovation; Canadians need to be more loud and proud of their work and country! - Gilgan strongly believes that you can't teach people to be entrepreneurs, they either want it strongly or they don't. He recognizes talent and capabilities but the entrepreneurs need to have the fortitude to embrace it. - Building construction accounts for approximately 30% of CO2 emissions, it is both an opportunity and an organization's responsibility to address and minimize it. Watch the event here: https://lnkd.in/e-ZFmQwK #mattamy #realestate #socialissues #achievement #award #leadership #future

LAST CHANCE TO GET TICKETS: Care workers do the work that lets us all work. Every day, 1 in 5 Canadian workers wake up to care for others. In Health care, childcare and seniors care, these are the people that run Canada’s care economy. But amidst low productivity, declining birth rates, labour shortages and an increasing senior population, their work is more important today than ever before. How can Canada leverage the care economy to tackle the broader challenges we face? How can we strengthen this growing segment of our economy to boost productivity and support the middle-class jobs that drive growth? Join Canadian Club Toronto and the Honourable Seamus O'Regan Jr., federal Minister of Labour and Minister for Seniors, on June 13 for an engaging discussion on the Canadian workforce of the 21st century and building an economy focused on dignity. Purchase tickets: https://lnkd.in/edE3_Uqd #cdnclubto #canadianevent #ministeroflabour #economy #ministerofseniors #growth #productivity Paula Allen Martin Basiri Scott Belton Cherie Brant, BES, JD, ICD.D Kathleen Bishop Jennifer Dewar Thomas Tristan Cammaert Cheesan Chew Amanda Galbraith Ali Ghiassi Melani Griffith Jake Hirsch-Allen Caitlin H. Andrea Hunt Colleen Kennedy Michael Liebrock Joseph Lo John Matheson Dan Moulton Glenn Parkinson Karen Restoule Matt Tedford Daria Temirkaeva Charlene Theodore Tanya van Biesen Andrea van Vugt Kathryn Wortsman Zehra Sheerazi

Thank you for joining us for a panel discussion on this important topic. The conversation included Krystal Abotossaway, MHRM, EMBA, Senior Manager at TD Bank, Jaimie Lickers, Senior Vice President of Indigenous Markets at CIBC & Sarah Midanik, MBA, President & CEO of The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund, with Karen Restoule, Vice President at Crestview Strategy. Below are some of the topics and themes they spoke to: - The conversations around indigenous recruitment have not altered much over the last 10 years and a lot needs to be done to make a change. - Reconciliation as a celebration, looking forward to the future and boosting Indigenous representation, not only making atonement for the past. - Partnerships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous groups can't be business first. Listen, learn, and build an authentic relationship. Watch the event here: https://lnkd.in/ewijpVc5 #NationalIndigenousPeoplesDay #economy #reconciliation #inclusivity #insight #partnerships