The Empire Club of Canada
Hybrid Event
Thursday, September 26, 2024
Ontario is at a critical crossroads marked by deepening divides and escalating challenges that demand decisive leadership from all political leaders. That’s why the Empire Club of Canada is proud to present Marit Stiles as part of our Ontario Leaders Series.
Ontario’s future reimagined under Marit Stiles– what does that look like?
Marit Stiles, Leader of Ontario’s Official Opposition, has been on the ground engaging with communities across the province and listening to their concerns and aspirations. Now, she is ready to share her roadmap and a transformative vision to navigate the province under an NDP Government.
Please join us on September 26, 2024 to have the opportunity to hear directly from Marit Stiles for an enlightening conversation with renowned Canadian Journalist Steve Paikin and to be a part of the dialogue.
Marit Stiles is Ontario’s Leader of the Official Opposition, NDP Leader, and the MPP for Davenport.
Prior to being elected to this leadership role, Ms. Stiles was the Education Critic for the Ontario NDP. She’s been a passionate advocate for local public schools as a parent, eventually running and winning a seat as a school trustee before entering provincial politics in 2018.
Her career in public service, however, started decades ago when she started working in public policy and research.
Ms. Stiles also fought for Canada’s arts and culture sector at the bargaining table as the National Director of Public Policy and Research for ACTRA, the actor’s union.
As the Leader of the Official Opposition, Ms. Stiles is committed to winning more for Ontarians, creating more opportunities for all, and building stronger, more caring communities.
Steve Paikin is a prominent Canadian journalist known for his extensive work with TVO, where he hosted several influential programs, including “Between the Lines,” “Fourth Reading,” “Studio 2,” and “The Agenda with Steve Paikin.” His career began with CBC Television, where he served as an anchor and Queen’s Park correspondent, and included roles at the Hamilton Spectator and CHFI. Paikin has moderated multiple federal and provincial election debates and produced award-winning documentaries. He holds honorary doctorates from several institutions, was appointed chancellor of Laurentian University, and was honored as an Officer of the Order of Canada and a member of the Order of Ontario.
