The Empire Club of Canada
Thursday, October 23, 2025
This is an Empire Nights event, proudly presented by the Empire Club of Canada.
As Canada navigates a rapidly changing global landscape, it’s never been more vital to hold fast to the democratic values that unite us as Canadians.
A distinguished member of the Council of Premiers, Premier Kinew has been instrumental in advancing shared priorities across provinces, from strengthening economic resilience to fostering unity through mutual respect and reconciliation.
Join us for an event to hear from Premier Kinew on the latest focal point of national debate—Charter rights, the notwithstanding clause and the importance of our rights and freedoms in the pursuit of democratic resilience.
On Thursday, October 23rd, The Empire Club of Canada welcomes The Honourable Wab Kinew, Premier of Manitoba, for an evening keynote and fireside conversation titled, A Stronger Canada.
Moderated by David Herle, Co-founder, Air Quotes Media, Host of the Curse of Politics and The Herle Burly podcasts and Partner, Rubicon Strategy, the discussion will explore Premier Kinew’s vision for a resilient nation and a prosperous, and inclusive future.
Join us for a memorable evening with one of Canada’s most influential voices shaping the country’s next chapter amidst a vibrant atmosphere designed to inspire. Passed canapés and drinks will be served.
This event will be featured as part of The Herle Burly Podcast.
Premier Wab Kinew is the 25th premier of Manitoba. Kinew was first elected as the MLA for Fort Rouge in 2016 and was elected party leader and leader of the official opposition in 2017. He is from the Onigaming First Nation in northwestern Ontario. Before becoming an MLA, Kinew worked as a broadcaster and as an administrator at the University of Winnipeg. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in economics from the University of Manitoba and a master’s degree in Indigenous governance. Kinew is an honorary witness of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission and a bestselling author. He is a caring dad to three boys and a devoted husband to his wife Lisa, who is a doctor.
David Herle has been around Liberal politics for a long time, starting as a kid in Saskatchewan organizing ridings for provincial leader Ralph Goodale in the early 80’s to working on campaigns with Paul Martin and Kathleen Wynne among others. He commented on politics for ten years on CBC’s The National. He is known for strategic thinking, blunt talk, lifelong passions (Liberal Party, Riders, Habs, Hawkins Cheezies, Lemon Hart rum, and black licorice), and occasionally saying something he wished he could take back.
