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- Annual Christmas Luncheon Season's Greetings from the Hon. James K. Bartleman, Lieutenant-Governor of OntarioBartleman, The Hon. James K., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2008), 14 Dec 2006, 164-169 The speaker's fifth Christmas luncheon. Highlighting the service, past and present, of Canada's military men and women as well as one of Toronto's most outstanding charity organizations. Imagining the Empire Club back during the Second World War having similar luncheons to honour soldiers coming back from the front. The war …Bartleman, The Hon. James K., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2008), 14 Dec 2006, 164-169 The speaker's fifth Christmas luncheon. Highlighting the service, past and present, of Canada's military men and women as well as one of Toronto's most outstanding charity organizations. Imagining the Empire …Empire Club of Canada
- The Economic Future of CanadaPirie, Dr. Madsen, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2008), 16 Nov 2006, 132-141 Taxes in Canada. Problems with the British tax system. Remarks on the past, present, and future. The past - privitization. The Thatcher era in Britain. How privitization in Britain affected things in Canada. The present - globalization. One of the largest forces in human history. How it is affecting almost …Pirie, Dr. Madsen, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2008), 16 Nov 2006, 132-141 Taxes in Canada. Problems with the British tax system. Remarks on the past, present, and future. The past - privitization. The Thatcher era in Britain. How privitization in Britain affected …Empire Club of Canada
- My Grandparents' LegacyTanenbaum, Joey, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2008), 26 Oct 2006, 103-111 The history and story of the speaker's grandparents lives - how they came to Canada, how they built a business - all leading to the family's current philanthropic endeavours.Tanenbaum, Joey, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2008), 26 Oct 2006, 103-111 The history and story of the speaker's grandparents lives - how they came to Canada, how they built a business - all leading to the family's current philanthropic endeavours.Empire Club of Canada
- 2006 Investment OutlookFell, Anthony S.; Rosenberg, David A.; Nagy, Miklos, CFA, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2007), 5 Jan 2006, 231-250 Anthony S. Fell. Focus on two market segments: the outlook for commodity prices in general and secondly gold prices. Focus on the longer term - five years to a decade or more. Why a long view is essential in commodities. Some facts. A positive view based on several fundamentals - …Fell, Anthony S.; Rosenberg, David A.; Nagy, Miklos, CFA, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2007), 5 Jan 2006, 231-250 Anthony S. Fell. Focus on two market segments: the outlook for commodity prices in general and secondly gold prices. Focus on the longer term - five years to a decade …Empire Club of Canada
- The Direction I Want Canada to TakeMartin, The Rt. Hon. Paul, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2007), 11 Jan 2006, 251-262 A joint meeting of The Empire Club of Canada and The Canadian Club of Toronto. An election campaign that will come down to a very clear difference of values between the speaker and Stephen Harper. Accomplishments and achievements. Differences with Mr. Harper about the future of Canada - sharp and …Martin, The Rt. Hon. Paul, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2007), 11 Jan 2006, 251-262 A joint meeting of The Empire Club of Canada and The Canadian Club of Toronto. An election campaign that will come down to a very clear difference of values between …Empire Club of Canada
- Defending Our CanadaHarris, Jim, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2007), 12 Jan 2006, 263-277 A joint meeting of The Empire Club of Canada and The Canadian Club of Toronto. The Green Party, working to help share a sustainable future - working to defend Canada. On track in this election to elect our first Green MP and change Canadian politics forever. Potential to make that …Harris, Jim, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2007), 12 Jan 2006, 263-277 A joint meeting of The Empire Club of Canada and The Canadian Club of Toronto. The Green Party, working to help share a sustainable future - working to defend Canada. …Empire Club of Canada
- Fairness in ConfederationCrispino, Len, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2007), 18 Jan 2006, 278-288 A discussion of a recent report published by the Ontario Chamber of Commerce called "Fairness in Confederation." An outline of the dangers of the $23-billion fiscal gap between what Ontarians pay to the federal government and whay they receive back in services. Six recommendations to address the imbalance and restore …Crispino, Len, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2007), 18 Jan 2006, 278-288 A discussion of a recent report published by the Ontario Chamber of Commerce called "Fairness in Confederation." An outline of the dangers of the $23-billion fiscal gap between what Ontarians …Empire Club of Canada
- What You Can Expect from the New GovernmentWatt, Jamie, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2007), 27 Jan 2006, 289-305 A tendency to forget just how tough Canadian voters can be when they get mad. Some lessons learned from the recent campaign. The new coalition dubbed the "New Harper Conservatives." The verdict of the recent campaign and what it will mean to government in Canada Delivering on some key commitments …Watt, Jamie, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2007), 27 Jan 2006, 289-305 A tendency to forget just how tough Canadian voters can be when they get mad. Some lessons learned from the recent campaign. The new coalition dubbed the "New Harper Conservatives." …Empire Club of Canada
- Curing Canada's Sick Health-Care SystemKirby, The Hon. Michael J.L., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2007), 2 Feb 2006, 306-322 The hot political issue that is health care. The focus on shortening wait-times. The final report on the acute health-care system in Canada - "The Health of Canadians." The recommendation that goverments adopt a health-care guarantee. What that would mean for Canadians. The health-care guarantee as an idea whose time …Kirby, The Hon. Michael J.L., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2007), 2 Feb 2006, 306-322 The hot political issue that is health care. The focus on shortening wait-times. The final report on the acute health-care system in Canada - "The Health of Canadians." The recommendation …Empire Club of Canada
- The Internet Battlefield: Working to Support Online SafetyCullen, Pefter, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2007), 9 Feb 2006, 323-337 A topic that impacts every business. The new battlefield - shaped by the Internet and its increasingly vital role in all aspects of business and personal life. The bad news. Damage incurred by businesses and customers and its impact on the issue of trust. Some facts from a recent study. …Cullen, Pefter, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2007), 9 Feb 2006, 323-337 A topic that impacts every business. The new battlefield - shaped by the Internet and its increasingly vital role in all aspects of business and personal life. The bad news. …Empire Club of Canada
- A Report on the Work of the Office of the Superintendent of Financial InstitutionsLe Pan, Nicholas, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2007), 16 Feb 2006, 338-349 Function of the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI). Two topics to share: the state of the financial institutions and pension plans regulated by OSFI and the speaker's view of important factors for success in regulation going forward. The discussion followed under these headings: OSFI's Mandate; State of …Le Pan, Nicholas, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2007), 16 Feb 2006, 338-349 Function of the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI). Two topics to share: the state of the financial institutions and pension plans regulated by OSFI and the speaker's …Empire Club of Canada
- Canadian Values and the Responsibility that Comes With LeadershipMorgan, Gwyn, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2007), 22 Feb 2006, 350-363 Some personal reminiscences and history of the speaker. Factors in the success in life's journey. Focussing on ethical values and more specifically the critical importance of high ethical values in the people chosen for leadership positions in our country. The importance of strong Canadian-headquartered enterprises and the importance of building …Morgan, Gwyn, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2007), 22 Feb 2006, 350-363 Some personal reminiscences and history of the speaker. Factors in the success in life's journey. Focussing on ethical values and more specifically the critical importance of high ethical values in …Empire Club of Canada
- The Importance of Basic ResearchLazaridis, Mike, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2007), 2 Mar 2006, 364-377 The importance of education. Exceeding our own limitations. Factors of stress and competition. Learning the tools of accomplishment. Some history of Research in Motion. The importance of the university environment. Entering an intersting time of paradox - an era of great prosperity. The reality of what is happening around the …Lazaridis, Mike, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2007), 2 Mar 2006, 364-377 The importance of education. Exceeding our own limitations. Factors of stress and competition. Learning the tools of accomplishment. Some history of Research in Motion. The importance of the university environment. …Empire Club of Canada
- Our Silent National Crisis: Canada's Highways at the CrossroadsFlewelling, David, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2007), 16 Mar 2006, 392-404 Some anecdotal history of motoring. The neglect of our National Highway System by Canadian public-policy makers. Some facts and figures about our National Highway System. Ways in which our way of life is changing. The crisis of the state of our national highways. The need to act now to repair …Flewelling, David, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2007), 16 Mar 2006, 392-404 Some anecdotal history of motoring. The neglect of our National Highway System by Canadian public-policy makers. Some facts and figures about our National Highway System. Ways in which our way …Empire Club of Canada
- Energy Supply and Demand: The Need for Leadership and ActionDaniel, Patrick D., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2007), 23 Mar 2006, 405-415 Talking about energy - supply, demand, opportunities and challenges. Doing so in the context of the need for visionary leadership in Canada, as well as for bold action. When things are going well as the best time to plan. The lack of vision from political and business leaders and citizens …Daniel, Patrick D., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2007), 23 Mar 2006, 405-415 Talking about energy - supply, demand, opportunities and challenges. Doing so in the context of the need for visionary leadership in Canada, as well as for bold action. When things …Empire Club of Canada
- The Ontario BudgetMcGuinty, The Hon. Dalton, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2007), 28 Mar 2006, 416-425 A joint meeting of The Empire Club of Canada and The Canadian Club of Toronto. Details of Ontario`s new budget. No new taxes or tax increases. Encouraging business investment. Additional investment in health care. Increase in funding for universities and colleges. Doubling student aid. Improving Ontario`s transportation infrastructure. Some health …McGuinty, The Hon. Dalton, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2007), 28 Mar 2006, 416-425 A joint meeting of The Empire Club of Canada and The Canadian Club of Toronto. Details of Ontario`s new budget. No new taxes or tax increases. Encouraging business investment. Additional …Empire Club of Canada
- Issues Affecting First Nations PeopleFontaine, Phil, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2007), 6 Apr 2006, 426-437 A discussion of critically important issues which affect the speaker`s people, as well as the country as a whole. First, a few words about who the speaker is and what he does. Making it clear that the speaker does not speak for the Inuit or the Metis. A plan for …Fontaine, Phil, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2007), 6 Apr 2006, 426-437 A discussion of critically important issues which affect the speaker`s people, as well as the country as a whole. First, a few words about who the speaker is and what …Empire Club of Canada
- The Men and Women of the Canadian Armed ForcesHillier, General Rick, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2007), 11 Apr 2006, 438-457 Some personal reminiscences. Some facts and figures about the Canadian Armed Forces. An introduction to three people who the speaker introduces as heroes of our country. The stories of Master Seaman Marc Miller; Master Corporal Norman Penny; Master Corporal Doug Van Tassel. Next an introduction to some of the great …Hillier, General Rick, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2007), 11 Apr 2006, 438-457 Some personal reminiscences. Some facts and figures about the Canadian Armed Forces. An introduction to three people who the speaker introduces as heroes of our country. The stories of Master …Empire Club of Canada
- Hydro-Quebec's Results 2005, Perspectives 2006Vandal, Thierry, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2007), 19 Apr 2006, 458-467 An update on Hydro-Quebec. Some details from the 2005 Annual Report. Growth strategy. Sustainable development for Hydro-Quebec - three main elements. Greater energy efficience as the starting point. A challenging context. Making sense environmentally. Customer reaction to the Energy Efficiency Plan. Measurable results. Encompassing all elements of society in order …Vandal, Thierry, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2007), 19 Apr 2006, 458-467 An update on Hydro-Quebec. Some details from the 2005 Annual Report. Growth strategy. Sustainable development for Hydro-Quebec - three main elements. Greater energy efficience as the starting point. A challenging …Empire Club of Canada
- Accountability in GovernmentHarper, The Rt. Hon. Stephen, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2007), 21 Apr 2006, 468-480 A joint meeting of The Empire Club of Canada and The Canadian Club of Toronto. The Prime Minister addressed the Empire Club under the following headings: The Need for Change; Our Mission; Our Accomplishments So Far; Our Five Priorities; Greater Accountability in Ottawa; Creating a Public Appointments Commission; Opposition to …Harper, The Rt. Hon. Stephen, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 2007), 21 Apr 2006, 468-480 A joint meeting of The Empire Club of Canada and The Canadian Club of Toronto. The Prime Minister addressed the Empire Club under the following headings: The Need for Change; …Empire Club of Canada