Canadian Club of Ottawa Welcomes Minister François-Philippe Champagne for Pre-Budget Conversation
By RKESTRA on behalf of the CCO
On November 2, 2026, the Canadian Club of Ottawa welcomed the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, for a timely pre-budget conversation at the Rogers Centre Ottawa.
Bringing together members of Ottawa's business, government, and professional communities, the event provided an opportunity for dialogue on Canada's economic landscape and the priorities shaping the country's future.
A Timely Discussion on Canada's Economic Future
Held ahead of the federal budget, the conversation offered a valuable forum for examining the economic decisions and priorities facing Canada at an important moment.
The fireside chat format created an opportunity for a focused discussion, bringing together perspectives from government and journalism in a setting dedicated to informed public dialogue.
For attendees, the event underscored the importance of conversations that connect national policy with the interests and concerns of Canada's business and professional communities.
Bringing Ottawa's Community Together
Beyond the formal discussion, the evening reflected the Canadian Club of Ottawa's longstanding commitment to fostering connections between decision-makers, thought leaders, and the broader community.
The event concluded with remarks from Bryan Detchou, Vice-President of Operations and Communications for the Canadian Club of Ottawa, followed by a networking reception where guests had an opportunity to continue their conversations.
Thank You to Our Speakers, Guests, and Sponsors
The Canadian Club of Ottawa extends its sincere appreciation to Minister François-Philippe Champagne for joining us, to Brian Platt for moderating the discussion, and to Dr. Wendy Cukier for her participation in the evening's program.
Thank you to our season sponsors, PwC, Deloitte, RBC and Welch LLP for helping us make this event possible. We also thank our members, guests, and everyone who contributed to making this event possible.
Since 1903, the Canadian Club of Ottawa has served as a forum for meaningful conversations on the issues shaping our country. Events like this continue that tradition by creating opportunities for connection, dialogue, and the exchange of ideas.
We look forward to welcoming you to our next event!
View event photos (Photography by Fred Chartrand).
