Empire Club of Canada

The Empire Club of Canada Presents: Addressing Mental Health in Young Adults: Implications for Workplace Leaders Young adults are reporting mental health issues at a significantly higher rate than older adults. In fact, two thirds of women aged 18-34 report living with a mental health condition, according to a recent poll commissioned by the Ontario Association of Social Workers. Workplace leaders must confront these changes in order to recruit and retain young employees. Our speakers will share their experiences in advancing mental health in the workplace, give tips on addressing the changing needs of young workers, and discuss the importance of building cultures that support mental health at work. The panel discussion will shed light on the urgent need to address mental health in young adults, including racialized individuals, in the workplace. The discussion will provide workplace leaders with actionable solutions to destigmatize and improve mental health in the workplace, and provide relevant resources to employees, which will ultimately lead to better recruitment and retention of young employees in this new working environment. Moderator: Karena de Souza, Founder, Tilt The Future Speakers: Dr. Deepy Sur, CEO, Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW) Denis Trottier, Chief Mental Health Officer, KPMG LLP Stephanie Jones, Mental Health Facilitator, Speaker & Author, Jones Mental Health *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.*

The Empire Club of Canada Presents: Indigenous Women in Business Panellists aim to explore the best ways to invite First Nations women to become part of Canada's professional community. Attendees will hear from Indigenous women in business who have successfully navigated the landscape to build and advance their careers. The speakers will share their career journeys and highlight the networking, mentorship, and sponsorship opportunities they utilized. They will also discuss the barriers and challenges they faced and how they found fulfillment in their careers. Speakers will also examine solutions for hiring, developing, and promoting Indigenous women by simulating cultural change and establishing access through partnerships. Join us to learn from Indigenous women who have achieved success in their careers and explore ways to promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Moderator: Caitlin Tolley, Board Director, Empire Club of Canada Speakers: Tabatha Bull, President & CEO, Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business Jenn Harper, Founder & CEO, Cheekbone Beauty Cosmetics Inc Tammy Brown, National Industrial Markets Leader, KPMG *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.*

The Empire Club of Canada Presents: Canada and the United Kingdom in a Troubled World Brexit. Covid. The ongoing rise of China. Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine. Populist extremism in America. Economic worries - the high cost of energy and food, slow growth, rising debt and taxes. Multiple strikes and service disruptions. The NHS under stress. Irregular migration. Turbulent change within the leadership of the British government. Big changes in the Monarchy, FTA negotiations and a looming election. These are a few of the issues that have preoccupied people in the United Kingdom over the past couple of years.   Canada’s first-hand witness to these unfolding events is our High Commissioner to Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Ralph Goodale. An experienced Canadian political figure, he has been on the job in London for just over two years now. Against a backdrop of complex and precarious global conditions, Ralph Goodale will offer The Empire Club his assessment of the Canada-UK relationship and why it matters in today’s troubled world. Moderator: Omar Sachedina, Chief News Anchor and Senior Editor, CTV National News Speaker:The Honourable Ralph Goodale, High Commissioner for Canada in the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and Permanent Representative of Canada, International Maritime Organization *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.*

The Empire Club of Canada Presents: Housing Affordability and Supply: How Governments Can Help With interest rates at the highest levels in more than a decade, Canadians are facing real challenges in the housing market. All levels of government can help ensure the dream of homeownership remains available to Canadians. We’re going to talk about how. ​​​​​​​Join the Empire Club for a panel discussion with Lauren van den Berg, CEO and President of Mortgage Professionals Canada; Doug Porter, Chief Economist at BMO Financial Group and Tim Hudak, CEO and President of OREA on this issue that impacts all Canadians. Speakers: Tim Hudak, President & CEO, Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA) Douglas Porter, Chief Economist, BMO Lauren van den Berg, President & CEO, Mortgage Professionals Canada Moderator: Elaine Taylor, President, Mortgage Alliance *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.*

The Empire Club of Canada Presents: For King and Canada: An Evening to Honour the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III In Partnership with the Office of the Lieutenant Governor of Ontario Host: The Honourable Elizabeth Dowdeswell, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario Moderator: Heather J. Hiscox, Senior Host, CBC News Network Speakers: Carolyn Harris, Author, Historian and Royal Commentator Akaash Maharaj, Senior Fellow, Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy and Ambassador-at-Large, GOPAC Nathan Tidridge, Vice-President, Institute for the Study of the Crown in Canada *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.*

The Empire Club of Canada Presents: Leaving No One Behind: Building a Stronger Ontario For far too long, the concerns of workers have been overlooked. As Ontario grapples with problems old and new, how can we ensure their concerns take centre stage? Join the Empire Club for a discussion with Minister McNaughton on his Working for Workers bills and building an Ontario that leaves no one behind. Moderator: Sabrina Maddeaux, Columnist, National Post Speaker: The Honourable Monte McNaughton, Minister of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development, Government of Ontario *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.*

The Empire Club of Canada Presents: Sowing the Seeds to Our Low-Carbon Future Partnerships and ‘system-wide’ solutions are key to reducing emissions from Canada’s transportation sector. More than ever, our country’s world-class agriculture sector, refining expertise, and infrastructure are collaborating to unlock the potential of low-carbon fuels and help position Canada as a world leader in clean transportation energy. Fighting climate change and growing the economy go hand-in-hand. Already well established in terms of technology, infrastructure, and availability, Canada’s transportation fuels sector continues to innovate and leverage new feedstocks, improving biofuel quality while their overall emissions intensity declines. By leveraging our collective value chains and innovative solutions like waste-to-fuel technology, we can help put Canada ahead of the curve as we continue Driving to 2050 and decarbonizing transportation to help reach our climate goals. Join us for an engaging discussion on Tuesday, April 11th, to learn more about ongoing collaboration and opportunities for Canada’s agriculture and transportation fuels sectors to continue working together to unlock the potential of Made in Canada low-carbon fuels. Moderator: Francis Drouin, Canada's Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Speakers: Michelle Belisle, Regulatory Affairs and Planning Advisor, Imperial Oil Jasmine Igneski, Vice-President, Policy, Sustainability and Government Relations, Parkland Corporation Andrea Kent, Vice-President, Industry and Government Affairs, Greenfield Global Chris Vervaet, Executive Director, Canadian Oilseed Processors Association *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.*

The Empire Club of Canada Presents: Building a Strong Ontario While the world continues to face economic uncertainty and geopolitical instability, Ontario has a plan to support businesses and people while laying a strong fiscal foundation for future generations. Join Ontario’s Minister of Finance, Peter Bethlenfalvy, for a keynote speech and fireside chat on Ontario’s 2023 Budget, where he will share more about how the province is building a stronger Ontario for families, workers, and businesses. Moderator: Sal Rabbani, President, Board of Directors, Empire Club of Canada Speaker: The Honourable Peter Bethlenfalvy, Minister of Finance, Government of Ontario *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.*

The Empire Club of Canada Presents: Addressing Canada’s Labour Shortages The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will speak to business leaders, NGOs and civil society organizations about how Canada’s immigration measures will help employers across a wide range of sectors and industries address labour shortages. Moderator: Sal Rabbani, President of the Board of Directors, Empire Club of Canada Speaker: The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship of Canada *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.*

The Empire Club of Canada Presents: Women Who Lead: Celebrating Our Progress Toward Gender Parity on Boards and Charting the Path Forward The Empire Club of Canada’s annual Women Who Lead International Women's Day event will be a celebration of significant milestones reached in our work towards achieving equal representation of women on corporate boards. According to Osler's annual Diversity Disclosure Practice report (2022), women now occupy one-quarter of board seats across TSX-listed corporations and for the first time in the report's history, S&P/TSX Composite Index companies have no all-male boards. As we celebrate and recognize the halfway point to gender parity on boards, join our panel discussion with those who are leading the way, sitting on boards with 50% or more women. Hear their insights and thoughts on how we made it this far, progress yet to be made on board diversity and the future of women’s representation on boards. Moderator: Lori-Ann Beausoleil, Board Director, Empire Club of Canada and Corporate Board Director, retired PricewaterhouseCoopers Partner, Strategic Advisor, Wildeboer Delellce Speakers: Stephanie Coyles, Non-executive Board Director, Sun Life Financial Inc. , Metro Inc. and Corus Entertainment  Jennifer Reynolds, CEO, Women Corporate Directors (WCD) Qi Tang, CFO, Skyservice Investments Inc. *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.*