At the 2025 Challenge of Change Forum in Kelowna, BC, we sat down with Alex Side, Managing Director of Infrastructure at IMCO, to explore the key themes shaping today’s infrastructure landscape. When asked, “What themes resonate with you as an infrastructure investor?” Alex highlighted the growing importance of sustainability, resilience, and innovation in long-term asset planning. His insights reflect the broader shift …
How has Canada’s Role on the Global Stage Changed in the Past Few Months?
At the 2025 𝘊𝘩𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘊𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘦 𝘍𝘰𝘳𝘶𝘮 in Kelowna, BC, we asked Pierre Alarie, former Canadian Ambassador to Mexico, to share his insights. Pierre offered a candid and timely perspective on Canada’s shifting position in a rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape. As global dynamics grow more complex, Pierre’s reflections are a powerful reminder of the need for agility, diplomacy, and vision. …
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The 2025 Challenge of Change Forum, held from June 3–5 at the Delta Hotels Grand Okanagan Resort in Kelowna, BC, brought together leaders and experts from across sectors to explore how Canada can adapt to a rapidly evolving global landscape. With a strong focus on practical, forward-thinking strategies, the forum tackled key issues such as navigating disruption, managing emerging risks, and uncovering new opportunities for sustainable growth. Attendees left with valuable insights and fresh perspectives on how to lead through change.
What impact could a potential US-China decoupling have on Emerging Market investing?
We recently caught up with Poul Winslow and Stewart Beck from the CLC advisory board to get their insights. Watch their analysis here:
What’s keeping you up at night about the global economy?
At the Challenge of Change Forum, we caught up with James Davis, Chief Investment Officer at OPTrust, and asked him, “What’s keeping you up at night about the global economy?” His answer: Inflation. Dive into his insights and see if you share his concerns:
What is natural capital and how are asset owners using it?
At last month’s Challenge of Change Forum, we had an enlightening conversation with Jonathon Braams, Senior Principal of Infrastructure and Renewable Resources at AIMCo. He shared his insights on how asset owners are leveraging natural capital for sustainable growth.
What is the top challenge CIOs face right now?
Asif Haque, CIO at CAAT Pension, believes that getting comfortable making decisions under uncertainty is the long-term challenge. At the 2024 Challenge of Change Forum, Asif explained why:
What is the number one challenge Canadian businesses face right now and how can we make Canada’s economy more competitive?
At the 2024 Challenge of Change Forum, Goldy Hyder, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Business Council of Canada, shares his insights on this pressing issue. Check out his thoughts and join the conversation on how we can drive Canada’s economic future forward:
What is the top challenge plan sponsors face right now when it comes to risk budgeting?
At this year’s Challenge of Change Forum, we asked Duncan Burrill, Managing Director and CEO of CBC Pension Plan, this exact question. Here’s his take on the top challenge:
How will AI raise cybersecurity risks for organizations?
At the 2024 Challenge of Change Forum in La Malbaie, Quebec, Sami Khoury, Head of the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security, discusses the potential risks and what organizations should be vigilant about.