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November 29, 2023 | New York, NY

Bloomberg Canadian Finance Conference

The Bloomberg Canadian Finance Conference, proudly sponsored by National Bank of Canada Financial Markets, brings together finance, government and business leaders from across various sectors to discuss how they are innovating and incorporating new technologies and business models to create value for individuals, businesses and society. 2023 marks the 11-year anniversary of our Canada-focused event, and continues the tradition of providing timely, actionable insights and strategies for a global audience of leaders and decision-makers.

The event is back in-person this year, in addition to a global virtual audience. We look forward to welcoming to the stage a wide variety of Ministers and CEOs to discuss how they are negotiating the current interest rate environment, geopolitical disruptions, the effects of climate change, and changes in consumer behavior. The event will feature ample opportunity to network with speakers and peers. Join us to hear the latest developments in Canadian business and government initiatives, and meet the people in position to implement impactful strategies for building a strong and resilient economy and society.

 

This two-day virtual event is designed to be comprehensive, insightful and actionable. Attendees will hear from people in position to see what is on the horizon and institute strategies. Join us to learn about upcoming developments for a variety of sectors and provinces and take away information to inform the strategic planning of your institution.

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November 29 - Wednesday

8:00 am

Registration and Networking Breakfast

8:55 am

Bloomberg Canadian Finance Conference - Morning Session

9:00 AM – Welcome Remarks

  • Derek DeCloet, Managing Editor, Canada, Bloomberg
  • Caroline Gage, Head of the Americas, Bloomberg News

9:10 AM – Opening Remarks

  • Tom Clark, Consul General of Canada in New York

9:20 AM – The Economic Outlook

2023 has been characterized by persistent inflation, housing challenges, lingering supply chain issues and economic distortions caused by geopolitical tensions. What will 2024 present? Stéfane Marion will share his insights into the current economic trends and what he sees changing in the near future.

  • Stéfane Marion, Chief Economist & Strategist, National Bank of Canada
  • Moderator: Caroline Gage, Head of the Americas, Bloomberg News

9:40 AM – Keynote Interview: Pierre Fitzgibbon, Minister of Economy, Innovation and Energy, Quebec

Pierre Fitzgibbon will speak on current affairs and how Quebec is engaging on the world stage both within Canada and globally. He will also talk about Quebec’s desire to catch up with Ontario’s productivity and Hydro-Quebec’s C$100 billion expansion plan.

  • Pierre Fitzgibbon, Minister of Economy, Innovation and Energy, Quebec
  • Moderator: Mathieu Dion, Montreal Bureau Chief, Bloomberg

10:10 AM – Keynote Speaker: Romy Bowers, CEO, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)

Romy Bowers will discuss trends in the housing market and what they mean for Canadians and the economy including what’s driving Canadian home prices, how can housing become more affordable, and are higher interest rates causing distress in the housing market?

  • Romy Bowers, CEO, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)
  • Moderator: Ari Altstedter, Reporter, Real Estate Americas, Bloomberg

10:20 AM – Networking Break

10:40 AM – Panel Discussion: The Impact of Interest Rates on Funding Strategy 

What is the current forecast for interest rates and how does this impact funding needs and duration needs? Are rate levels meaningful or are there other drivers of funding requirements?

  • Jim Hopkins, Assistant Deputy Minister of Provincial Treasury, British Columbia
  • Stephen Thompson, Executive Director, Capital Markets – Treasury Board and Finance, Government of Alberta
  • Elizabeth Wallace, Senior Manager, Funding & Foreign Exchange, Ontario Financing Authority (OFA)
  • Moderator: Paula Sambo, Corporate Finance & Credit Reporter , Bloomberg

11:05 AM – Panel Discussion: Navigating the Geopolitical Currents

This discussion will survey the geopolitical landscape and how the current trends might impact global distribution or access to certain markets. Focus will extend beyond the headlines to potential changes on the horizon.

  • Rod Balkwill, Executive Director, Treasury Management Branch, Government of Saskatchewan
  • Nicoleta Oprea, Director, Capital Markets, Province of Manitoba
  • Moderator: Derek DeCloet, Managing Editor, Canada, Bloomberg

11:30 AM – Panel Discussion: Challenges and Opportunities in the Local Government Sector

This discussion will cover the appealing credit strengths of the local government sector in Canada and dive into other topics that include: relationships with other levels of government, differences between Canadian and U.S. issuers as well as each borrowers strategic plans moving forward

  • Christine Dacre, Chief Financial Officer, TransLink
  • Ed Hankins, Director, Treasury Office & Deputy Treasurer, The Region Municipality of York
  • Peter Urbanc, CEO, Municipal Finance Authority, British Columbia
  • Moderator: Paula Sambo, Corporate Finance & Credit Reporter, Bloomberg

11:55 AM – Conversation with a Supranational Issuer in the Maple Market

Insight from Zauresh Kezheneva of the International Finance Corporation on how the organization approaches funding globally, how its been navigating recent macroeconomic challenges, and how it sees the Canadian dollar market after two recent issues under its “thematic bond” frameworks.

  • Zauresh Kezheneva, Funding Officer, International Finance Corporation (IFC)
  • Moderator: Christine Dobby, Canadian Finance Reporter, Bloomberg

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12:10 pm

Luncheon

2:00 pm

Bloomberg Canadian Finance Conference - Afternoon Session

1:50 PM – Welcome Remarks

  • Martine Hébert, General Delegate in New York, Government of Quebec

2:00 PM – Panel Discussion:  The Race to Net Zero

This panel of power company executives will discuss how investors are pricing risk right now for power-generating assets and how they are mitigating risks such as power grid stability.

  • Mike Crawley, CEO, Northland Power
  • Patrick Decostre, CEO, Boralex
  • John Kousinioris, President & CEO, TransAlta
  • Moderator: Danielle Bochove, Toronto Bureau Chief, Bloomberg

2:25PM – Panel Discussion: How to Build a Mine, and Everything that Goes With It

Mining executives will discuss challenges facing the industry, including changing investor appetites and the need to attract new forms of mine finance, even as the race to access metals needed for the clean energy transition continues.

  • Eugene Lei, Chief Financial Officer, Hudbay Minerals
  • Stuart McDonald, CEO, Taseko Mines
  • Cashel Meagher, President & Chief Operating Officer, Capstone Copper Corp
  • Moderator: Danielle Bochove, Toronto Bureau Chief, Bloomberg

2:50 PM – The Canadian Real Estate Market

This panel will discuss the landscape for the commercial real estate market including challenges and opportunities, and how the market is changing due to changes in the economy and business practices.

  • Tamara Lawson, Chief Financial Officer, QuadReal
  • Teresa Neto, Chief Financial Officer, Granite REIT
  • Moderator: Ari Altstedter, Reporter, Real Estate Americas, Bloomberg

3:10 PM – Keynote Speaker: Filipe Da Silva, Chief Financial Officer, Alimentation Couche-Tard

Filipe Da Silva, Chief Financial Officer, Alimentation Couche-Tard will discuss Couche-Tard’s plans to grow Ebitda to $10 billion by its fiscal 2028, its strategy for M&A, and its recent return to the Loonie bond market.

  • Filipe Da Silva, Chief Financial Officer, Alimentation Couche-Tard
  • Moderator: Kevin Orland, Calgary Bureau Chief, Bloomberg

3:30 PM – Keynote Speaker: Andrea Dore, World Bank – Investing in Impact 

  • Andrea Dore, Head of Funding, Capital Markets and Investments, Treasury, The World Bank
  • Moderator: Derek DeCloet, Managing Editor for Canada, Bloomberg

3:50 PM – Closing Remarks

  • Derek DeCloet, Managing Editor for Canada, Bloomberg
  • Caroline Gage, Head of the Americas, Bloomberg News

4:00 PM – Event Concludes

Click here for real-time transcription of this session. Please excuse any typos. The final transcription will be available in this page after the event concludes.

Submit questions and respond to polls using this link.

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