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- The Competitive Edge: Canada's R&D Strategies for the Global MarketPottie, Dr. Ross F., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 7 Feb 1991, 271-282 Canada's growing inability to compete with the rest of the world, and some reasons why that is happening. A consistent trade deficit in the higher value-added goods. Canada's rating in the last World Competitiveness Report. The strong correlation between spending on innovation and success in world markets. What innovation means. …Pottie, Dr. Ross F., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 7 Feb 1991, 271-282 Canada's growing inability to compete with the rest of the world, and some reasons why that is happening. A consistent trade deficit in the higher value-added goods. Canada's rating in …Empire Club of Canada
- The Reordering of Planet Earth: The Development of Rational Policies in a Shrinking WorldCapobianco, Dr. Giacomo, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 14 Feb 1991, 294-303 The readiness of Canada, the Government of Canada, and the people of Canada, for the United Nations Conference on Environment and Development, to be held 15 months from now, with 159 nations represented, in Rio de Janeiro. The purpose of that conference. The speaker's suggestion that the answer is "no." …Capobianco, Dr. Giacomo, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 14 Feb 1991, 294-303 The readiness of Canada, the Government of Canada, and the people of Canada, for the United Nations Conference on Environment and Development, to be held 15 months from now, with …Empire Club of Canada
- Canada at the Crossroads: Public Opinion and the National Unity DebateReid, Angus, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 28 Feb 1991, 316-330 The apparent crisis in national unity that confronts Canada. Some surprising results from two national polls on Canadians' reaction to the Meech Lake Agreement. Some analysis on how an issue with such "humble beginnings" (results of the polls, one taken in June of 1987 immediately after the deal was signed, …Reid, Angus, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 28 Feb 1991, 316-330 The apparent crisis in national unity that confronts Canada. Some surprising results from two national polls on Canadians' reaction to the Meech Lake Agreement. Some analysis on how an issue …Empire Club of Canada
- The BudgetWilson, The Hon. Michael, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 5 Mar 1991, 331-343 A joint meeting of The Empire Club of Canada and The Canadian Club of Toronto. A review of the speaker's seventh budget as Canada's Finance Minister, tabled one week ago. The essential challenge of making the fundamental choices that will lead to a real economic recovery and lasting growth. A …Wilson, The Hon. Michael, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 5 Mar 1991, 331-343 A joint meeting of The Empire Club of Canada and The Canadian Club of Toronto. A review of the speaker's seventh budget as Canada's Finance Minister, tabled one week ago. …Empire Club of Canada
- Building a Culture of Quality: A Strategy for the '90sSakus, Gedas, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 7 Mar 1991, 344-354 An analysis of how Canada can succeed in the "tough competitive markets of the '90s … by adopting a culture of the highest quality." The analysis continues with a discussion of various issues, including the following. The setting of the international markets. The Free Trade Agreement with the United States. …Sakus, Gedas, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 7 Mar 1991, 344-354 An analysis of how Canada can succeed in the "tough competitive markets of the '90s … by adopting a culture of the highest quality." The analysis continues with a discussion …Empire Club of Canada
- Employment Equity from the U.S. PerspectiveMahoney, Jean, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 14 Mar 1991, 355-366 Looking at abilities, not disabilities. The Americans with Disabilities Act and what it is indicative of. A brief overview of the statute with five titles which cover: employment discrimination; state and local government; public accommodations; telecommunication relay services for the hearing and speech impaired; administrative. The speaker's address focusses on …Mahoney, Jean, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 14 Mar 1991, 355-366 Looking at abilities, not disabilities. The Americans with Disabilities Act and what it is indicative of. A brief overview of the statute with five titles which cover: employment discrimination; state …Empire Club of Canada
- Canada's Air Force in TransitionSutherland, Lt. Gen. Fred, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 20 Mar 1991, 367-378 A transition in Canada's Air Force that started about 18 months ago. A brief reconstruction of recent Air Force history. Formulating a vision for Canada's Air Force. Taking into account a comglomeration of factors which impact directly or indirectly on the Air Force: its missions, its structures, its equipment, and …Sutherland, Lt. Gen. Fred, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 20 Mar 1991, 367-378 A transition in Canada's Air Force that started about 18 months ago. A brief reconstruction of recent Air Force history. Formulating a vision for Canada's Air Force. Taking into account …Empire Club of Canada
- Elitism in SportsFrancies, Charlie, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 21 Mar 1991, 379-389 The decline of Canada's position in international sports subsequent to 1988. What elite sport is all about: placing at the top order in international competition. Sport Canada caught in a bind with regard to anabolic steroids and other performance-enhancing drugs. An examination of this issue in terms of reality and …Francies, Charlie, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 21 Mar 1991, 379-389 The decline of Canada's position in international sports subsequent to 1988. What elite sport is all about: placing at the top order in international competition. Sport Canada caught in a …Empire Club of Canada
- Serving Canadians by Serving CanadiansLander, Donald, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 28 Mar 1991, 390-400 An outline of the speaker's intended address: The reshaping of the postal business in Canada. Global strategies, research and development, business partnerships, meeting the needs of customers, and changing to prosper instead of just changing to survive. An overview of Canada Post today, including some figures and statistics about employees …Lander, Donald, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 28 Mar 1991, 390-400 An outline of the speaker's intended address: The reshaping of the postal business in Canada. Global strategies, research and development, business partnerships, meeting the needs of customers, and changing to …Empire Club of Canada
- Canada After the Meech Lake Accord—Is the Nation Falling Apart?McDougall, The Hon. Barbara, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 4 Apr 1991, 401-417 Four speakers on Youth Day: Adam Richardson, Aimee Delman, Kevin James, and Jessica Joss. First, some remarks by The Hon. Barbara McDougall. Her answer to the question "Is the nation falling apart?" is a definite no, but with a recognition and review of some of the difficulties Canada is now …McDougall, The Hon. Barbara, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 4 Apr 1991, 401-417 Four speakers on Youth Day: Adam Richardson, Aimee Delman, Kevin James, and Jessica Joss. First, some remarks by The Hon. Barbara McDougall. Her answer to the question "Is the nation …Empire Club of Canada
- Viewing Ourselves in a World Perspective? The Key to Succeeding in the 1990sPryor, Edward T., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 11 Apr 1991, 418-431 A general discussion of the diverse views held by various Canadians. Uses of census material. The census data base in Canada since 1666 as a national treasure of crucial information on changes and trends fundamental to understanding world society and our place in it. The Canadian census data base as …Pryor, Edward T., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 11 Apr 1991, 418-431 A general discussion of the diverse views held by various Canadians. Uses of census material. The census data base in Canada since 1666 as a national treasure of crucial information …Empire Club of Canada
- The Changing Role of Museums in SocietyLowry, Glenn, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 18 Apr 1991, 432-443 Some works of art and their potent reminder of the degree to which what is happening in the art world has a direct bearing on our lives. Reflecting upon the nature and importance of our cultural institutions. The vital role museums play in shaping society's vision of itself. The inevitable …Lowry, Glenn, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 18 Apr 1991, 432-443 Some works of art and their potent reminder of the degree to which what is happening in the art world has a direct bearing on our lives. Reflecting upon the …Empire Club of Canada
- CBC in the Face of ChangeVeilleux, Gérard, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 25 Apr 1991, 444-457 The country and one of the institutiuons that best embodies it—the CBC both passing through a difficult moment. The CBC as an institution that reflects the nation and so also reflects the stresses of the country and of the time. The speaker's address concerns the journey "we at the CBC …Veilleux, Gérard, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 25 Apr 1991, 444-457 The country and one of the institutiuons that best embodies it—the CBC both passing through a difficult moment. The CBC as an institution that reflects the nation and so also …Empire Club of Canada
- Business & The NDP: Rhetoric Versus RealityCorcoran, Thomas F., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 9 May 1991, 16-29 A brief description of the Chamber of Commerce: membership, activities, their mission. A specific agenda for the 90s with four main points of focus: the environment, international competitiveness, the creation of a world-class competitive work force, and the need for a sturdy infrastructure. A review of the NDP government in …Corcoran, Thomas F., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 9 May 1991, 16-29 A brief description of the Chamber of Commerce: membership, activities, their mission. A specific agenda for the 90s with four main points of focus: the environment, international competitiveness, the creation …Empire Club of Canada
- Different DrummersMacIntosh, Robert, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 17 Sep 1991, 56-67 Different Drummers: the speaker's book on banking and politics in Canada. The regulatory environment catching up with reality: over and over again. Concern with recent disclosures by the Bank of Credit and Commerce International (BCCI): an example of regulatory lag. The globalization of the financial system. International standards and some …MacIntosh, Robert, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 17 Sep 1991, 56-67 Different Drummers: the speaker's book on banking and politics in Canada. The regulatory environment catching up with reality: over and over again. Concern with recent disclosures by the Bank of …Empire Club of Canada
- Canada—Today and TomorrowHnatyshyn, His Excellency The Rt. Hon. Ramon, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 23 Sep 1991, 114-120 A joint meeting of The Empire Club of Canada and The Canadian Club of Toronto. Impressions of and about Canadians, after much travel and conversation throughout the country. These impressions begin a discussion of Canada now and in the future: Canadians recognize the need the change; that we have reached …Hnatyshyn, His Excellency The Rt. Hon. Ramon, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 23 Sep 1991, 114-120 A joint meeting of The Empire Club of Canada and The Canadian Club of Toronto. Impressions of and about Canadians, after much travel and conversation throughout the country. These impressions …Empire Club of Canada
- Seasons Greetings from the Lieutenant Governor and a Performance by the Niagara Brass EnsembleJackman, The Hon. Henry N.R., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 18 Dec 1991, 277-281 Introduction by John F. Bankes. Seasons Greetings by The Hon. Henry N.R. Jackman. Introduction of the Niagara Brass Ensemble by John F. Bankes.Jackman, The Hon. Henry N.R., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 18 Dec 1991, 277-281 Introduction by John F. Bankes. Seasons Greetings by The Hon. Henry N.R. Jackman. Introduction of the Niagara Brass Ensemble by John F. Bankes.Empire Club of Canada
- We Do It Our WayRoddick, Anita, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 3 Oct 1991, 140-146 The Body Shop: how it came to be, and the underlying philosophy that drives its development. The success of the Body Shop. The nature of the products. Empowering employees. How franchises are selected. Trading honourably. The ability to communicate the philosophy of the Body Shop and its products. Community action …Roddick, Anita, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 3 Oct 1991, 140-146 The Body Shop: how it came to be, and the underlying philosophy that drives its development. The success of the Body Shop. The nature of the products. Empowering employees. How …Empire Club of Canada
- European Integration and Relations with North AmericaElleman-Jensen, The Hon. Uffe, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 9 Oct 1991, 147-155 A description of the impact of the present and future integration in Europe. Some background history going back to the Second World War. How the European Community was formed. Emphasis over the last 40 years in the EC on developing economic and commercial cooperation between member states. Political issues dealt …Elleman-Jensen, The Hon. Uffe, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 9 Oct 1991, 147-155 A description of the impact of the present and future integration in Europe. Some background history going back to the Second World War. How the European Community was formed. Emphasis …Empire Club of Canada
- The New Europe's Impact on the Global Economic OutlookRogge, Dr. Peter, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 17 Oct 1991, 156-164 A joint meeting with the Swiss Canadian Chamber of Commerce and the German Canadian Chamber of Commerce. A review of some of the trends shaping up in Eastern Europe, and the impact of those trends for the rest of the world. A brief review of events in Eastern Europe since …Rogge, Dr. Peter, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 17 Oct 1991, 156-164 A joint meeting with the Swiss Canadian Chamber of Commerce and the German Canadian Chamber of Commerce. A review of some of the trends shaping up in Eastern Europe, and …Empire Club of Canada