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April 1, 2014
The Rise of Anti-Capitalism

A futurist of extraordinary vision, Jeremy Rifkin doesn’t just illuminate the complexities of global trends, he helps to mold them. An advisor to heads of state and government officials around …
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March 7, 2014
Which Nation Has the Most Women in Politics?

Celebrated Entrepreneur and author Barbara Stegemann’s entrepreneurial vision was formed after her best friend—a soldier—was severely wounded in Afghanistan. Stegemann created The 7 Virtues Beauty—a company that sources organic oils from …
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March 5, 2014
Chris Hadfield: Why Canada Is Winning The Space Race

As a famed astronaut and former Commander of the International Space Station, Colonel Chris Hadfield knows a thing or two about space. The Globe and Mail spoke with him about …
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March 4, 2014
Once Maligned, Preston Manning Now A “Visionary”

Preston Manning tirelessly championed the cause of democratic and political reform throughout his impressive career. His presentations provide a dynamic and substantive discussion of both current issues and an outlook …
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February 26, 2014
Is Brazil Doing Enough For Rio, 2016?

The 2014 Winter Olympic Games have ended, and the world will now turn its attention to Brazil, who host the games in 2016. But, like Sochi, there is global concern …
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- Katty Kay
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February 24, 2014
Did Russia Really Win the Sochi Medal Count?

Richard Florida is one of the world’s most sought after speakers on global trends, economics, prosperity, competitiveness, and growth. Combining in-depth analysis, a fascinating personal story, and a touch of …
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February 6, 2014
Income Splitting Doesn’t Just Help taxpayers — It Helps Kids

“Children are our future.” Politicians of all stripes use this cliché (or some variation of it) to justify an endless range of policies, from anti-pornography laws to anti-poverty crusades. Sometimes, …
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The latest news and headlines from our world-changing speakers.

The Rise of Anti-Capitalism

Which Nation Has the Most Women in Politics?

Chris Hadfield: Why Canada Is Winning The Space Race

Once Maligned, Preston Manning Now A “Visionary”

Is Brazil Doing Enough For Rio, 2016?

Did Russia Really Win the Sochi Medal Count?

Income Splitting Doesn’t Just Help taxpayers — It Helps Kids