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Without urgent action on Canada’s lagging economy, your quality of life will suffer

In an insightful opinion piece for the Toronto Star, Richard Abboud raises concerns that without a powerful and robust economy, the ability to sustain the pillars of Canada’s daily life and identity— universal health care, the social safety net, attainable education, and affordable housing — are in jeopardy.

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Budget 2024: The Competitive Advantage of Indigenous Ownership

In a Policy Magazine feature article, Michael Gullo, Shaun Fantauzzo and Mark Podlasly highlight the potential of a National Indigenous Loan Guarantee Program and the important next steps.

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Taking on the world’s toughest challenges: John Bianchini of Hatch 

March 28, 2024

In this engaging episode of Speaking of Business, host Goldy Hyder sits down with John Bianchini, chairman and CEO of the global engineering and professional services firm Hatch to discuss leadership, the importance of embracing risk, and Hatch’s innovative solutions to some of the world’s most pressing challenges. 

March 28, 2024

In this engaging episode of Speaking of Business, host Goldy Hyder sits down with John Bianchini, chairman and CEO of the global engineering and professional services firm Hatch to discuss leadership, the importance of embracing risk, and Hatch’s innovative solutions to some of the world’s most pressing challenges. 

From shop floor to CEO: Jennifer Wong of Aritzia

February 22, 2024

Host Goldy Hyder interviews Jennifer Wong, the CEO of Aritzia, who shares her inspiring career journey from part-time sales associate to CEO. She discusses the company’s growth, its entry into the U.S. market, the impact of the pandemic, the importance of teamwork in overcoming challenges, and the values and culture that have contributed to the company’s success.

February 22, 2024

Host Goldy Hyder interviews Jennifer Wong, the CEO of Aritzia, who shares her inspiring career journey from part-time sales associate to CEO. She discusses the company’s growth, its entry into the U.S. market, the impact of the pandemic, the importance of teamwork in overcoming challenges, and the values and culture that have contributed to the company’s success.

Connecting North America: Keith Creel of CPKC

January 25, 2024

Keith Creel, President and CEO of CPKC, discusses North America’s first single-line railway connecting Canada, the United States and Mexico, and explains why his leadership style is based on three key words: honesty, transparency and respect.

January 25, 2024

Keith Creel, President and CEO of CPKC, discusses North America’s first single-line railway connecting Canada, the United States and Mexico, and explains why his leadership style is based on three key words: honesty, transparency and respect.

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