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From ambition to action
How is Canada’s economy really doing and what must come next?
March 26, 2026
8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. ET
Telfer School of Management, University of Ottawa
Around the world, countries are moving to secure their economic futures — investing in energy, critical minerals, advanced manufacturing, and the infrastructure that moves those products to global markets. They are not just growing; they are competing.
Canada cannot afford to stand still.
It’s time to act.
The Coalition for a Better Future, in partnership with the Telfer School of Management at the University of Ottawa, will examine the 2026 Scorecard Report, which measures Canada's progress toward long-term, inclusive and sustainable economic growth.
The 2026 Scorecard Report provides a clear, data-driven assessment of how Canada is performing on the fundamentals that matter most: our living standards, our capacity for innovation and investment, and our progress in building a greener economy that strengthens our economic resilience.
If you are focused on growth, jobs, and Canada’s economic prosperity, this is a conversation you need to be part of.
Coalition for a Better Future members receive priority access to seats.
Submit your membership application here.
Join leaders from business, government, labour, policy and young Canadians for a discussion where you’ll hear:
A full presentation of the Scorecard results
Analysis of the trends shaping Canada’s competitive position
Perspectives on what it will take to unlock investment and growth
A candid conversation about how Canada can move faster, smarter, and with greater confidence.
Speakers
Watch for more speakers to be announced!
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Anne McLellan
Co-chair, Coalition for a Better Future
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Hon. Lisa Raitt
Co-chair, Coalition for a Better Future; Vice-Chair, Office of the CEO, Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC)
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Catherine Blewett
Strategic Advisor, Arctic Economic Development Corporation, Former Secretary to the Treasury Board & Deputy Clerk of the Privy Council
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Dr. Stéphane Brutus
Dean of the Telfer School of Management, University of Ottawa
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Justine Hendricks
President and CEO, Farm Credit Canada
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Stephen Lucas
CEO, Mitacs, Former Deputy Minister of Health Canada
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Victoria Mancinelli
Director of Public Relations, Communications, Marketing and Strategic Partnerships, LiUNA! Canada
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Jeff Nankivell
President and CEO, Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada (Canada)
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Nik Nanos
Chief Data Scientist & Founder, Nanos Research Group of Companies
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Claudio Rojas
CEO, National Angel Capital Organization
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Michael Serapio
Event moderator, Anchor, PrimeTime Politics, CPAC
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Kristan Straub
President and CEO, Canada Indigenous Loan Guarantee Corporation
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Marie-Eve Sylvestre
President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ottawa
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Carolyn Wilkins
External Member of Bank of England’s Financial Policy Committee, Senior Research Scholar at Princeton
Agenda
8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
10:15 a.m.
10:45 a.m.
11:20 a.m.
Registration opens
Continental breakfast and networking
Panel: From Ambition to Execution - What is the state of Canada’s economy, and what must come next?
We will examine the findings of the 2026 Scorecard Report and discuss how Canada can overcome declining growth amidst geopolitical uncertainties.
Presenters:
Hon. Anne McLellan, co-chair, Coalition for a Better Future
Hon. Lisa Raitt, co-chair, Coalition for a Better Future; Vice-Chair, Global Investment Banking, CIBC
Carolyn Wilkins, External Member of Bank of England’s Financial Policy Committee, Senior Research Scholar at Princeton
Moderator: Michael Serapio, Host, PrimeTime Politics, CPAC
Panel: Workforce of the Future - Skills, talent and the next economy
We’ll explore the critical skills and talent required to power Canada’s future economy. Panellists will share insights on how to develop the workforce needed to support long-term, sustainable economic growth.
Panel: Unlocking Canada’s potential - Leveraging strengths and driving investment
This solutions-focused panel will explore how Canada can build lasting economic success by leaning into strengths across regions and sectors. The candid conversation will explore how we can move Canada faster, smarter and with greater confidence toward a more prosperous future.
Closing remarks
9:00 a.m.
9:10 a.m.
Welcome and opening remarks
10:00 a.m.
Coffee break
11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Refreshments and networking
12:00 p.m.
Event concludes
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