Conferences

Actions to Improve Canadian Living Standards

Wednesday, October 7, 2026 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm EST Waterloo, ON (in-person and online)
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Event description

Join Armine Yalnizyan, Canadian economist and Atkinson Fellow on the Future of Workers, for the third lecture in The Canadian Standard of Living, Productivity and Innovation series. This hybrid event will offer:

  • A deeper understanding of how technological innovation is shaping Canada’s long-term productivity
  • How social challenges like inequality are affecting Canada’s path to growth
  • Expert perspective and discussion with a special guest

In-person attendees are invited to arrive at 5:00 p.m. for networking and refreshments. The lecture will begin promptly at 5:45 p.m. for online and in-person attendees.

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Speakers

Armine Yalnizyan

Armine Yalnizyan

Atkinson Fellow on the Future of Workers

Armine Yalnizyan is the Atkinson Fellow on the Future of Workers and a leading voice on Canada’s economic scene. Municipal, provincial, and federal governments have sought her advice on labour market policy for more than 35 years. Armine is respected for her ability to deliver clear, thought-provoking public commentary on the economic issues shaping decisions and lives, with analysis featured in newspapers and on radio and TV. As vice president of the Canadian Association for Business Economics, Armine means business.