Our Dais Talks events are designed to connect people to the ideas and power we need to build a more inclusive, innovative, prosperous Canada. We believe bold ideas plus deliberate actions create impact. Our events are a platform to showcase bold ideas and to inspire action.
Attend our events to hear bright policy ideas from inspiring leaders. You’ll also have opportunities to network with current and future leaders, and the brightest policy minds.
Upcoming Events
TMU Democracy Forum: Can civil society be civil when politics is polarized?
Dalton McGuinty won three elections as Premier of Ontario, building out the province’s education system from early childhood care to colleges and universities. How do we navigate today’s polarization and disaffection? Bring your questions about the future of politics as the former premier talks about his latest book, “Be a Good One – Words to Lead By.”
The event will be moderated by Toronto Star columnist and Dais Senior Fellow Martin Regg Cohn.
Open to all, registration is required.
Thursday, January 22
12-1 p.m. EST
Series
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