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The mission of the CIC is to promote an understanding of international affairs and Canada’s role in a changing world by providing Canadians with a non-partisan, nationwide forum for informed discussion, analysis and debate. Accordingly, the cornerstone of the CIC’s work is our events program. The CIC national office and our branches hold more than 150 events per year in cities across the country. In particular, our branch events give members an opportunity to directly engage with global issues that often intersect with local concerns. The CIC also supports events outside of Canada, often in partnership with other global think tanks, that can introduce Canadian perspectives to global audiences. CIC events take on many different forms, from academic lectures and panel discussions to town hall meetings and pub nights. Please consult our events calendar for a listing of CIC-organized and sponsored events.

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CIC Vancouver Island: Fixing the Canadian Economy: Assessing Mark Carney’s First 18 Months on the Job

October 8 @ 11:30 am - 2:00 pm EDT

Please join us on Thursday, October 8, when our CIC Vancouver Island branch will welcome Professor Chris Ragan – distinguished economics scholar and founder of the Max Bell School of Public Policy at McGill University – to share his thoughts about the current state of Canada’s economy and the implications – large and small, West to East – of the escalating trade war initiated by President Donald Trump. This critical issue gains importance every day as we navigate an increasingly threatening relationship with our next-door neighbour and historically closest ally.

Professor Ragan will outline Prime Minister Mark Carney’s key trade policy responses – expanded defence spending; stimulus for business – including an ambitious national housing construction program and tax initiatives targeted at improving affordability. He will also speak about the hurdles these policies will face – both in Ottawa and in individual provinces which do not always speak with one voice on core national issues.

Following his presentation, Professor Ragan will welcome your questions.

Please purchase your tickets early and you are welcome to bring a guest.

Cost: Members $30 each | Guests $35 each.

  • Complimentary refreshments and a light lunch will be served followed by our speaker. For special dietary requests email vancouverisland@thecic.org.

To purchase your ticket/s: CLICK HERE 

 

Details

Venue

  • Yates Memorial
  • 1000 Allsbrook Road
    Parksville, BC V9P2A9 Canada     + Google Map

Organizer

  • CIC Vancouver Island Branch