The Journalists’ Forecast: Big Stories of 2025 that will Shape Canada

With the January 6th announcement that Prime Minister Trudeau will resign this spring and a new President being sworn in in Washington on January 20th — making new promises to upend the trading relationship between Canada and the United States — Canadians are bracing for a new world order. Canadians are also headed for the polls in 2025 federally, and rumours are swirling around a potential provincial election in Ontario as well. What impact will this have on the public view, and the stories that we read, process, and think about in 2025?

The Empire Club has invited journalists Robert Benzie, Queens Park Bureau Chief, Toronto Star, Adrienne Batra, Editor and Chief, Toronto Sun and Marieke Walsh, Senior Political Reporter, Ottawa, Globe and Mail, to share their predictions for the key political stories that will shape Canada.

In this “turn-the-tables” moment, the panel of journalists will be interviewed by prominent political commentator Scott Reid — challenging the tradition of journalist and interviewee. An idea that will promise to yield fresh perspectives on the political landscape ahead that you cannot miss.

On January 22, 2025, join The Empire Club of Canada as we present our Empire Nights event, The Journalists’ Forecast: Big Stories of 2025 that will Shape Canada.

As President Donald Trump assumes office for his second term, we bring you an engaging evening of analysis and conversation from the very people who write the stories that matter and can process the issues, trends, and events that will define the upcoming year in politics — reflecting on the Global landscape that Canada finds itself in.

The event will include refreshments and an opportunity for networking, fostering an atmosphere of dialogue and insight among attendees who are passionate about the future of Canadian politics. Don’t miss this chance to hear from some of the best in the field as they forecast what lies ahead for our nation.

The content presented is free of charge but please note that the Empire Club of Canada retains copyright. Neither the speeches themselves nor any part of their content may be used for any purpose other than personal interest or research without the explicit permission of the Empire Club of Canada.Views and Opinions Expressed Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the speakers or panelists are those of the speakers or panelists and do not necessarily reflect or represent the official views and opinions, policy or position held by The Empire Club of Canada.