In 1867, the Fathers of Confederation were visionary Canadians, they had a vision for a new nation. They were lead by Sir John A. Macdonald, the architect of Confederation, and through his nation-building, Canada built the transcontinental railway and was able to develop economically.
At the dawn of a new decade, Canada needs to think big again.
Come and listen to 2 keynote speakers, 9 speakers and 3 moderators, as they deliver inspiring speeches on three key topics: Fundamental Rights and Canadians; Building the economy of tomorrow, Good Governance: Accountability, Transparency and Participation.
All-star line-up of speakers:
2 Keynote speakers:
Dr. Roger Gibbins, President and CEO - Canada West Foundation
Thomas Flanagan, Professor - University of Calgary
9 Panel Speakers
- Bruce Foster, Ph.D., Associate Professor and Chair - Department of Policy Studies, Mount Royal University
- John Carpay, B.A., LL.B., Executive Director - Canadian Constitution Foundation
- Janet Keeping, President - Sheldon Chumir Foundation for Ethics in Leadership
- Marcel Latouche, President and CEO - The Institute For Public Sector Accountability
- Joseph K. Woodard, PhD, Founding Member and Director - Canada Family Action Coalition
- Todd Hirsch, Senior Economist - ATB Financial
- James Maxim, Director - The Institute For Public Sector Accountability
- Joseph Quesnel, Policy Analyst - Frontier Centre for Public Policy
- Craig B. Chandler, Executive Director - Progressive Group For Independent Business (PGIB)
3 Moderators:
- Lorne Gunter, Columnist - Edmonton Journal, Former Civitas Director
- Werner Patels, Blogger, freelance translator, interpreter and writer in Calgary, Alberta
- Richard Truscott, Director of Provincial Affairs - Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB)
Great food will be served.
Tickets: $40 corporate / $20 students & Emerging Leaders (under 40)
Details: www.macdonaldcartier.org
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