Intersect 2026 live updates: John Bolton criticizes Canada for defence spending and overtures to China

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04/22/26 15:55

Alberta separatist movement could grow if relations with Ottawa don’t improve, Kenney says

– Jeff Gray

Jason Kenney said while he does not expect the separatists to win, he warned that if relations between Ottawa and Alberta do not improve – and the recent memorandum of understanding on building a pipeline between the two sides doesn’t produce results – they could garner a substantial number of votes.

“If it’s a substantial ‘yes’ vote, if they get enough of these frustrated federalists voting for leverage, and you get, I don’t know, 30 or 35 per cent,” he said, this would create “a permanent divisive fact in our politics.”

“It will turn the separatist movement from a marginal fringe into a real factor in our politics that will be disrupted for a long time to come, and I think that’s bad for investor confidence and all sorts of other things,” Mr. Kenney said.

04/22/26 15:50

Separatist sentiment reflects centre-right ‘federalists’, Kenney says

– Jeff Gray

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Former Alberta premier and federal Conservative cabinet minister Jason Kenney, onstage with Globe columnist Andrew Coyne, said that his province’s separatist movement has long been a marginal force – but has been inflamed in recent years by “alt-right populists who are angry with a lot of things” who got active in politics after COVID-19.

With the province poised to have a referendum this fall on splitting from Canada, Mr. Kenney said that while the number of committed separatists remains in the single digits, polls showing 30 or 40 per cent supporting separation, he said, reflect the many centre-right “frustrated federalists.”

These voters, he said, remain patriotic Canadians but look to what they see as the success Quebec’s separatists have had in increasing that province’s leverage with Ottawa.

04/22/26 15:45

Pension fund CEO says he is “very encouraged” on increasing investment in Canada

– Meera Raman

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In a panel discussion about Canada’s long-term growth led by institutional investing reporter James Bradshaw, CPP Investments CEO John Graham said that he is “very encouraged” about the increasing investment in Canada.

“We’ve gotten curious and interested, and now we’re encouraged.” When it comes to investing in the defence industry, “we’re open for business,” he said.

Twelve per cent of the Canada Pension Plan’s $780-billion fund is invested in Canada, making it the fund’s second-largest investment destination after the U.S.

This week, the OMERS pension plan said it is looking to add at least $10-billion in new investments in Canada to its portfolio over the next five years.

In response to a question about how the fund is reacting to the current economic and geopolitical turmoil, Mr. Graham said that over his career, he’s heard the saying “this time is different” many times. But he does concede that this time actually does feel a little different.

04/22/26 14:28

Canada can’t overcome geography in U.S. trade policy, Bolton says

– Jeff Gray

When asked by The Globe’s Andrew Coyne if Canada should be seeking other trade partners and allies as the U.S. has become unreliable, John Bolton said Canada cannot change the geography of living next to the United States and needs to look down the road, when Mr. Trump is gone.

“I wouldn’t rethink much. I mean, there are transient things and there are permanent things,” Mr. Bolton said.

“… One is geography. I mean, I’m sorry you live next to the United States. What do you want me to do about it?”

04/22/26 14:10

President enjoyed ‘trolling’ Trudeau with annexation comments, former Trump adviser says

- Chris Wilson-Smith

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John Bolton, who served as national security adviser in the first Trump administration, heaped criticism on Canada for not paying its fair share of the bill on global defence, and for building closer ties with China.

Bolton said U.S. President Donald Trump also began his social media campaign about annexing Canada because he enjoyed “trolling” former prime minister Justin Trudeau, who he didn’t like.

“I don’t think it was ever serious. But the more people reacted, the more he loved doing it in the social media world,” he said. “It’s called trolling. And he and the people around him think that government policy, by and large, is determined by how well you troll, and they trolled Trudeau very, very well.”

This post has been updated to correct a reference to former prime minister Justin Trudeau.

04/22/26 13:59

Bolton chides Canada for overtures to China, ‘main threat’ of this century

– Jeff Gray

Asked about Donald Trump’s animosity toward NATO, John Bolton said he believed it was in the U.S. interest to have a strong alliance. But he said it took the President’s confrontational approach to get Canada and European allies to finally commit to paying their share for defence after decades of declining to do so.

“Then along comes Donald Trump and says, you blankety-blanks, you shirkers, you loafers. I’ll withdraw if you don’t spend more on defence,” Mr. Bolton said. “And our European friends say ‘Oh my goodness, I guess we better spend more on defence.’ What does that tell you?”

Asked whether Russia or China is the graver threat, Mr. Bolton joked about Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s recent overtures toward China: “By the way, congratulations on growing closer to China. I hope you enjoy it. China is the main threat in the 21st century.”

04/22/26 13:50

Bolton says Trump’s Iran objectives still unclear

– Jeff Gray

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Former U.S. ambassador to the United Nations John Bolton, a onetime aide to Donald Trump turned critic, told Globe columnist Andrew Coyne that it remained unclear just what the U.S. President’s objectives were in launching a war on Iran.

Mr. Bolton said he supported regime change for Iran’s theocratic rulers. But he said the President should have instead made the case to the American people and U.S. allies why regime change was needed before launching a war with such unclear goals.

“Well, the first question really is, what were Donald Trump’s objectives? And I don’t know the answer to that,” Mr. Bolton said

04/22/26 13:45

First Nations have ‘real concerns’ about projects’ potential harms to communities

– Jeff Gray

Former Assembly of First Nations Yukon regional chief Kluane Adamek said First Nations have real concerns about resource projects that could mean thousands of strangers coming to their small communities, noting the potential impacts on women and girls who disproportionately face sexualized violence.

She urged companies to find ways to help communities address these issues.

She also said representatives from private-sector companies need to make efforts to get to know Indigenous communities and cultures and listen to their concerns.

“Take the time. Eat the bannock. Don’t say no to the meal. Try different foods if you go there. If there’s bone marrow, I highly suggest you try it, and it’s fantastic,” she said. “ … Put your jeans on, you know, drive there. Bring some Tim Hortons with you.”

04/22/26 13:31

Companies need to meet First Nations ‘where they are’

– Jeff Gray

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First Nations Bank of Canada CEO Bill Lomax said companies looking to make partnerships with First Nations and accelerate resource or other projects need to take the differences between each First Nation into account, and “meet people where they are.”

Different communities will have different needs, capabilities and a need for their own guardrails. He cited the many Indigenous-owned casinos in the United States, saying that while at the beginning, some First Nations were taken advantage of, a government-imposed framework encouraged the industry to invest.

“And then, over time, the nations took full control of the gaming industry within their lands and it’s created enormous wealth,” Mr. Lomax said.

04/22/26 13:26

Some – but not all – First Nations ready to approve major projects

– Jeff Gray

In a discussion on recognizing Indigenous rights as Canada seeks to fast-track national projects, former Assembly of First Nations Yukon regional chief Kluane Adamek told The Globe’s Laura Stone that some First Nations are ready to approve projects – but others are not.

“There are rights holders who are ready and who want to move forward, and that’s great, so work with them,” Ms. Adamek said. “There are also nations who aren’t ready. And so we have to also be respectful of those who are saying, ‘Not right now, not ever, or only if.’”

She said some First Nations, facing a suicide epidemic or other social issues, are going to say no to development while they seek to have other issues addressed.

“If people aren’t ready to do something, stop pushing them.”

04/22/26 12:28

The role of the business community in easing youth unemployment

– Abigale Subdhan

Vass Bednar, managing director of policy institute Canadian Shield Institute, is on stage now to discuss the economic challenges ahead for Canada’s next generation – including youth unemployment.

First, here’s a bit of context on the picture in Canada right now: The unemployment rate for 15- to 24-year-olds has hovered around 14 per cent for more than a year, according to Statistics Canada. That’s more than double Canada’s overall unemployment rate, which stayed at 6.7 per cent in March.

When asked by Globe columnist Robyn Urback about how the landscape for youth employment in the past decade compares with today’s, Ms. Bednar said that the game has changed largely because of automation.

She also said that the onus always falls on the supply side to create job opportunities, but perhaps it’s important to pay more attention to the demand side.

“People always like to tell young people what they should do… but what about calling on our business community more often to give out those early-career carve-out opportunities,” she said.

04/22/26 12:10

How can Canada stop its entrepreneur brain drain?

– Meera Raman

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In a panel discussion on how to keep Canadian entrepreneurs from leaving the country, Globalive Capital’s Brice Scheschuk laid out a few ideas for Ottawa.

When asked by The Globe’s April Fong about concerns that Canada’s tax system pushes founders to leave, he suggested the country “eliminate capital gains tax on early-stage investing.” He also suggested introducing a capital gains tax on [the sale of] primary residences with “a very big exemption for the average Canadian.”

He also pointed to the newly formed Canada-U.S. advisory committee tied to the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement, saying it lacks voices from the tech and startup world.

“Where is Tobias Lütke, where is Michael Katchen, where is my business partner, Anthony Lacavera?” he said. “Tech has been woefully underrepresented.”

04/22/26 11:51

Why Canada gets an ‘F’ grade in keeping homegrown talent from fleeing to the U.S.

– Meera Raman

The next discussion at the Intersect conference is addressing innovative ways to keep and support Canadian talent and ideas at home.

Many of the country’s best and brightest entrepreneurs are fleeing Canada for the U.S., according to a study from Toronto venture-capital firm Leaders Fund. The survey found that just 32.4 per cent of Canadian-led “high-potential” startups launched in 2024 were headquartered in this country.

In a conversation with The Globe’s deputy personal finance editor April Fong, Brice Scheschuk, managing partner at Globalive Capital, gives the entrepreneurial economy in Canada an “F” grade, calling the lack of interest in building in Canada “depressing” when asked about the trend of why Canadian talent continues to leave for the U.S.

He said that when it comes to what the Prime Minister is focused on, there has been “crickets” on the entrepreneurial economy.

But not all is depressing, says Rachel Zimmer, co-founder and CEO of Simple Ventures. She sees the biggest opportunity in what she calls “homecoming” - Canadians who go to the U.S. for a stint, then come back to Canada to build. She points to Michael Katchen, CEO of Wealthsimple, as an example, who spent time in Silicon Valley before returning to build one of Canada’s largest fintechs.

04/22/26 11:33

Algoma Steel CEO talks about the impact of steel tariffs

– Mariya Postelnyak

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Government measures are “not enough” to support the steel sector amid U.S. tariffs, said Rajat Marwah, CEO of Algoma Steel, in a panel discussion on the competitive challenges facing Canadian industry.

The more-than-century-old company has been “battered” by Donald Trump’s section 232 tariffs on steel and aluminum.

Mr. Marwah wants further measures to reduce foreign steel imports so that Canadian companies have more opportunity to sell.

Joining the panel talk, Citibank CEO Raymond Gatcliffe says Canada’s capital gains tax affects the country’s ability to compete.

To draw businesses and heavy industry, the country needs more attractive “tax spaces,” he said, adding that Canada’s rules around capital gains tax are “outside the competitive realm.”

Read the full story here.

04/22/26 10:47

Working the crowd

– Chris Wilson-Smith

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Ontario’s economy, built largely upon manufacturing and auto-making, is feeling the squeeze of tariffs more acutely than most provinces.

Mr. Ford thrives in personal settings like this, addressing questions about handling Mr. Trump and recent political controversies with folksy one-liners.

Sometimes he’ll get around to answering the question, but it’s hard to tell through the audience laughter.

On critics of his plans for Toronto’s waterfront: “The cheese has fallen off the cracker.”

On red tape: “You couldn’t get a doghouse (without waiting) five years.”

On regulatory hurdles: “We’re worrying about a grasshopper crossing the street. It’s ridiculous.”

On Ontario Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy: “This guy’s as tight as skin on a grape when it comes to spending taxpayer money.”

On budgets: “Government doesn’t have a revenue problem -- it has a spending problem.”

On his governing style: “Call me on my cellphone.”

04/22/26 10:30

No American alcohol until the deal is done, says Ford

– Mariya Postelnyak

Premier Doug Ford has no plans to bring U.S. alcohol back to Ontario any time soon, at least until the USMCA is renewed. “You never roll over to a bully, you confront them head on,” Mr. Ford said of the U.S president. His government will consider bringing back California wines “once we get the deal done.”

Read the full story here.

04/22/26 10:15

Ford: ‘I don’t trust President Trump’

– Chris Wilson-Smith

Doug Ford, asked about negotiations with the U.S., said he doesn’t think U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick has taken a backseat to United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer in dealing with Canada. And Mr. Ford made clear his feelings about the administration: “I don’t trust President Trump.”

04/22/26 10:02

Ford brings up the (lack of a) private jet

– Jeff Gray

Before The Globe’s Laura Stone even asked, Ontario Premier Doug Ford launched into a spirited defence of his move to buy a $28.9-million private jet, which he suddenly reversed after an outcry.

He also said the government has already sold it back to Bombardier for the “exact same price” it had paid to buy it.

“I’m flying commercial. Or we’ll fly on a little puddle jumper that the OPP has,” he said, while also defending the need to charter private jets for trips, including his recent trade mission to Texas.

04/22/26 09:58

Doug Ford says ‘we can’t afford to be complacent’

– Jeff Gray

I’m Jeff Gray and I cover the Ontario Legislature for The Globe. I am here to watch what Ontario’s Premier, Doug Ford, says in his speech and in his conversation on stage with my colleague Laura Stone. I am also watching for a discussion on First Nations economic issues, and appearances by former U.S ambassador to the United Nations John Bolton and former Alberta premier Jason Kenney.

In his speech today Mr. Ford outlined some of his recurring themes, including the need to build infrastructure and get rid of red tape to shore up the economy as it reels from U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs.

“We can’t afford to be complacent,” Mr. Ford said in remarks that also touted his government’s ambitious nuclear expansion plans. “We can’t accept the status quo.”

He suggested that instead of needing individual permits for the province’s project to build four small modular nuclear reactors at its Darlington site east of Toronto, regulators should instead give Ontario a “blanket permit.”

Read the full story here.

04/22/26 09:58

How can banks come to our defence?

– Chris Wilson-Smith

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CIBC’s Harry Culham said the bank is prepared to play a larger role in the defence sector — a key focal point of the federal government in both its push for major projects and sovereignty.

“That’s an area where banks can do more,” Mr. Culham said. “There’s going to be a great opportunity to have a great flow of capital ideas in that area.”

But access to capital is the key chokepoint, he said. The public and private sectors must work more urgently – together – to actually execute on spending it. That’s a priority of the federal government, but also an issue that has bedevilled Ottawa for years.

Mr. Culham also spoke about his announcement at the bank’s recent annual meeting that it is planning to spend $800-million through 2032 in support of medical research and community-building projects.

04/22/26 09:54

LeBlanc says Canada’s ready when Americans are to negotiate

– Mariya Postelnyak

Mr. LeBlanc also clarified again what would happen if the sticking points in negotiations between the U.S. and Canada are not hashed out by the July 1 deadline. The agreement doesn’t expire.

“If there’s no consensus on trilateral agreement, we follow into a 10-year period with the treaty being in effect until 2036,” he said.

There are still many sectoral tariffs on Canadian exports in place, including on steel, softwood lumber and the auto industry.

But, Mr. LeBlanc said “we’re ready when the Americans are ready to sit down and get that agreement.”

Read more here.

04/22/26 09:41

New CIBC CEO is bullish on Canada’s potential

– Meera Raman

CIBC chief executive officer Harry Culham is on stage delivering opening remarks. He is relatively new to the chief role, starting late last year, and started at the bank as an intern.

Mr. Culham is bullish on Canada’s potential. He said he sees three themes emerge for the country: optimism, urgency, and collaboration.

“The actions we take today as a country will define the success we achieve tomorrow.”

He is about to be joined by the Globe and Mail’s editor-in-chief David Walmsley for a conversation.

04/22/26 09:21

Elbows up?

– Chris Wilson-Smith

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Mr. LeBlanc is talking about Canada’s approach to negotiating with the U.S. He is rhyming off all the concessions Canada has made to keep the U.S. at the table, including Ottawa’s move to ditch retaliatory tariffs and the controversial Digital Services Tax.

That’s proof Canada is working with the U.S. to address its main irritants, Mr. LeBlanc said.

But some critics have wondered whether the government has given away leverage too soon. Canada’s supply management regime, for example, is still sticking in U.S. President Donald Trump’s craw.

Mark Rendell, The Globe’s economics reporter, just asked if there would be a red line on keeping that system alive. Mr. LeBlanc said: “We’re not going to reopen supply management and have a discussion around quotas.”

That seems fairly clear. “I’m not pessimistic that we can’t make progress on their list.”

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04/22/26 09:05

What’s the breakfast situation like?

– Meera Raman

If anyone is curious what kind of food gets served at these events (maybe only me?), the breakfast is a selection of muffins, oatmeal, eggs, yogurt and fruit. Very healthy, if I do say so myself. Special mention to the thyme-roasted sweet potatoes.

04/22/26 09:02

– Mariya Postelnyak

Hi, I’m Mariya Postelnyak. I usually cover consumer affairs, but today I’ll be covering trade, economic policy, industry and business innovation at Intersect 2026.

04/22/26 08:58

There are three main tasks that the country will have to confront, says David Walmsley

– Abigale Subdhan

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The Intersect conference has begun following a very fitting playing of O Canada. We’ve heard opening remarks from The Globe and Mail’s editor-in-chief David Walmsley and national reporter (and today’s master of ceremonies!) Temur Durrani.

Mr. Walmsley spoke to the current moment of gravity in Canada, saying there are three main tasks that the country will have to confront: National unity, the national economy and our relations with the United States.

“The opportunities for Canada are endless, if we seize the moment,” he said.

The first guest speaker on the docket will be Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc, who will discuss the state of Canada-U.S. trade relations.

04/22/26 08:55

What to expect from the day

– Chris Wilson-Smith

Good morning. I’m Chris Wilson-Smith, writer of The Globe’s daily Business Brief newsletter.

At last year’s event, Canada was navigating a U.S. trade war and slow economic growth. This year, Canada is navigating a U.S. trade war, slow economic growth, and a war in Iran that has delivered yet another shock.

I just chatted with editor-in-chief David Walmsley. He’ll soon be on stage interviewing Harry Culham, president and CEO of CIBC.

Throughout the day, in remarks from leaders like Mr. Culham, Dominic LeBlanc, the federal minister in charge of U.S.-Canada relations, and many more, Mr. Walmsley said he’s looking for “some sense of optimism, unity, and to come together as a country and make a difference.”

04/22/26 08:51

Attendees begin filing in

– Meera Raman

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Hey, I’m Meera. I typically cover personal finance for The Globe, but today I’m taking you inside The Globe’s Intersect conference.

Attendees for this year’s Intersect conference are already filing into the Royal York in downtown Toronto. Some notable speakers have already arrived, including Harry Culham, president and CEO of CIBC, and Stepan Arman, senior director at Indeed Canada.

The event is about to start and the room is buzzing.

“There’s a great lineup of speakers today. I’m looking forward to what they have to say, especially when it comes to Canada’s digital sovereignty,” said Sarika Bhageratty, who works in corporate communications at Interac Corp. “I’ve seen a lot of these speakers on TV, so I’m going to try my best not to fangirl.”

04/22/26 08:37

Throwing it back to key moments from last year’s conference

– Abigale Subdhan

Last year, The Globe and Mail hosted its inaugural Intersect forum with the aim of exploring conversations around Canada’s response to economic uncertainty, geopolitical tensions, and productivity.

Here are some key moments from Intersect 2025.

Canada must be on “wartime footing” to fix productivity: CIBC CEO

CIBC CEO Victor Dodig warned that Ottawa will need a decade – and possible “wartime footing” – to bolster the country’s waning productivity. He also said the federal government will have to broaden policy initiatives to help young people save money and encourage businesses to invest in Canada.

Calls for Canadian self-reliance amid defence boost

Kelly Craft, a former U.S. ambassador to Canada, told Intersect 2025 that Canada needs to take more responsibility for its own defence and security and contribute more to NATO – if it wants to avoid U.S. President Donald Trump’s annexation threats. (Canada’s military spending finally hit NATO’s target of 2 per cent of gross domestic product earlier this year.)

Canada’s innovation gap is costing billions: Jim Balsillie

Jim Balsillie, former co-CEO of Research In Motion, said that Canada is losing billions of dollars every year in data and intellectual property ownership because of its outdated innovation policies. He argued that Canada’s progress hinges on its ability to bring in and listen to new voices: “The issue isn’t only new ideas. It’s escaping old ideas.”

04/22/26 08:26

Themes to look out for during today’s conference

– Abigale Subdhan

Good morning from the Intersect conference in Toronto, where The Globe and Mail’s second annual meeting-of-the-minds is getting under way. My name is Abigale Subdhan, and I’m an audience editor at The Globe. I’m currently in the conference room as participants and attendees file in and chat over coffee, muffins and fresh fruit.

Soon, the room will gather notable decision-makers spanning across government and business to discuss the major themes of this year’s conference, including the state of Canada-U.S. trade relations, how to defend the country’s sovereignty, solutions to fix a slowing economy, opportunities for growth at this pivotal moment and how to build a stronger Canada.

There will be a series of conversations – hosted by Globe reporters, editors and columnists – with policy-makers such as Ontario Premier Doug Ford, Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc, former U.S. national security adviser John Bolton and former Alberta premier Jason Kenney. There will also be panel discussions with Canadian CEOs to discuss the realities of the current economic landscape and their long-term visions for innovation.

Stay tuned!

04/22/26 08:00

Carney unveils new Canada-U.S. advisory council ahead of potentially rocky USMCA talks

- Steven Chase, Mark Rendell

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Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government has struck a new Canada-U.S. advisory committee to offer guidance as a potentially rocky review of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement gets under way.

The Advisory Committee on Canada-U.S. Economic Relations will be chaired by Dominic LeBlanc, the federal minister for Canada-U.S. trade relations. It includes former politicians and Canadians with experience in business, investment, trade and labour. It has 24 members not including Mr. LeBlanc.

Members include former Quebec premier Jean Charest, former Conservative Party leader Erin O’Toole, former Liberal cabinet minister Ralph Goodale, as well as several chief executives, including BMO Financial Group’s Darryl White, CN Rail’s Tracy Robinson, TC Energy’s François Poirier and Nutrien’s Ken Seitz.

Other committee members include Automotive Parts Manufacturers’ Association president Flavio Volpe, Canadian Chamber of Commerce CEO Candace Laing and Unifor union president Lana Payne.

Mr. LeBlanc will be in conversation with The Globe’s economics reporter Mark Rendell to discuss the state of Canada-U.S. trade relations, and what’s at stake in the lead-up to the review of USMCA. The interview begins at 8:50 a.m. ET.

Read more here.

04/22/26 08:00

Intersect 2026: Building a stronger Canada

- Globe staff

Canada is facing a pivotal moment. With threats to our sovereignty, a slowing economy, and growing strain on the social foundations we depend on, this is the time for urgent action and leadership.

That’s why The Globe and Mail is convening leaders from business, government and media at Intersect 2026 – an annual conference designed to foster conversation around building a stronger Canada.

In a series of Q&As and panel discussions, Globe reporters will host conversations with key policy-makers such as Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc and notable chief executives such as CIBC’s Harry Culham and Algoma Steel’s Rajat Marwah to discuss an action plan for national growth and renewal.

The conference runs from 8 a.m. ET until 5 p.m. ET, and

Here’s a look at today’s schedule:

• 8:40 a.m. - 8:50 a.m.: Opening remarks
• 8:50 a.m. - 9:10 a.m.: Interview with Minister Dominic LeBlanc on Canada-U.S. trade relations
• 9:10 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.: Interview with CIBC’s president and CEO Harry Culham on Canada’s vast potential and opportunities for growth
• 9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.: Interview with Ontario Premier Doug Ford
• 10:30 a.m. - 11:05 a.m.: Panel discussion with CEOs on how to support Canadian industries, featuring EDC‘s Alison Nankivell, Citibank Canada‘s Raymond Gatcliffe, Dominion Dynamics’ Eliot Pence and Algoma Steel’s Rajat Marwah
• 11:10 a.m. - 11:35 a.m.: Interview with Rachel Zimmer, co-founder and CEO of Simple Ventures and Brice Scheschuk, managing partner of Globalive Capital, on how to support innovation at home
• 11:40 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.: Interview with Vass Bednar, managing director of Canadian Shield Institute, on Canada’s next generation
• 12:55 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.: Interview with former Assembly of First Nations Yukon Regional Chief Kluane Adamek and First Nations Bank of Canada CEO Bill Lomax on recognizing Indigenous rights with Canada’s fast-track national projects
• 1:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.: Interview with former U.S. national security adviser John Bolton on Canada-U.S. relations
• 2:35 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.: Interview with John Graham, president and CEO of CPP Investments, on Canada’s long-term vision with
• 3:00 p.m. - 3:25 p.m.: Interview with former Alberta premier Jason Kenney on restoring national cohesion
• 3:30 p.m. - 3:55 p.m.: Interview with Marc Parent, CEO of Global Aerospace, on rebuilding our nation’s resilience
• 3:55 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.: Closing remarks