OES 2010 Preliminary Agenda
INNOVATION. PARTNERSHIP. LEADERSHIP.
The Formula for a Stronger Ontario
Downloadable Version (7th Annual OES_Draft Agenda_Web Version_July 26)
November 1st – 3rd, 2010
WHITE OAKS CONFERENCE RESORT & SPA
Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario
Monday, November 1, 2010
| 3:00 – 5:00p.m. | Registration & Hotel Check-In Lower Concourse – White Oaks Conference Resort & Spa |
| 6:00 – 7:00p.m | OES Partners’ Reception * Location TBD *by invitation only |
| 6:00 – 7:00p.m | OES Delegate Reception Location TBD |
| 7:00 – 9:30p.m. | Grand Opening Reception |
| 10:00 p.m. | Return shuttles and OES Delegate Hospitality White Oaks Conference Resort & Spa, Ballroom A&B |
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
| 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. | Registration Lower Concourse |
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| 7:15 – 8:30 a.m. | Networking Breakfast Grand Event Room |
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| 7:45 – 8:00 a.m. | Welcome and Opening Remarks Grand Event Room
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| 8:00 – 8:15 a.m. | Welcome from OES Co-Chairs |
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| 8:15 – 8:45 a.m. | Keynote Address: Global Economy in Transition Grand Event Room |
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| 8:45 – 9:15 a.m. | Remarks from the Leader of the Official Opposition and PC Party of Ontario Grand Event Room
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| 9:15 – 9:45 a.m. | Keynote Address: Ontario Economic Perspective Grand Event Room |
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| 10:00 – 10:15 a.m. | Conversation Break | ||||
SESSION I |
The Innovation Investment
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| 10:15 – 10:45 a.m. | Keynote Address Grand Event Room Jeffrey R. Immelt |
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| 10:45 -11:30 a.m. | Panel Discussion Grand Event Room |
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Innovation must be at the heart of any successful western economy looking to overcome the downturn, remain globally competitive and achieve long-term sustainable growth. According to a recent Conference Board of Canada report on innovation, Canada ranks 14th among 17 countries assessed on knowledge production and transformation, as well as the market shares of knowledge-based industries. While financial investment and incentives are important, our foremost challenge is to instill a true innovation culture in the province. Ontario’s very future depends on it.Ontario’s bio-economy will serve as the backdrop to a dialogue that will seek to uncover new ideas to accelerate innovation through more effective collaboration among economic stakeholders. Specific examples drawn from the development and adoption of pharmaceutical products, medical devices, biofuel technologies and agricultural technologies will support the session. We will outline our innovation imperative required to bring sustained job growth, productivity gains, and a higher quality of life in our communities. This panel will focus on the actions Ontario must take to ultimately lead Canada to achieve a much higher ranking on the innovation ladder. How will we manage and sustain:
Moderator: Kim Parlee Panelists:
Peter Pekos Patricia Massetti Gord Surgeoner |
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| 11:30 – 11:55 a.m. | Conversation Break | ||||
| 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. | Luncheon & Keynote Speaker Ballroom A&B |
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SESSION II |
Gateways to Growth: Ontario’s Transportation Infrastructure |
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| 1:00 – 1:30 p.m. | Keynote Address Grand Event Room |
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| 1:30 – 2:15 p.m. | Panel Discussion Grand Event Room |
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| Transportation is a key economic driver. Despite government efforts to reduce the infrastructure investment deficit in various areas, many argue that Ontario suffers from a significant lack of investments in transportation infrastructure and long-term transportation planning. We know a tremendous boost is required to modernize the network and enhance regional, national and international linkages. This panel will aim to raise awareness about our challenges, review current development plans for transit systems and corridors, discuss ways to further improve our multimodal transportation network in innovative ways, look at solutions implemented in other jurisdictions, and think, outside the box, about alternative funding options given the current constraints linked to public financing.
Panelists: Claude Mongeau (invited) William A. Henderson |
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| 2:15 – 2:30 p.m. | Conversation Break | ||||
SESSION III |
A Smarter Approach to Regulation? |
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| 2:30 – 3:15 p.m. | Panel Discussion Grand Event Room |
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| From the perspective of our business community, one of the longest standing impediments to Ontario’s overall competitiveness are the costs associated with a less than optimum level of efficiency of Ontario’s regulatory regime. This panel will offer participants an opportunity to review the growth barriers linked to red tape and government efforts to address the situation (for example, the recent introduction of Bill 68 “Open for Business Act”, a multi-ministry initiative seeking to change the way government regulates business activity). The panel will also give participants a chance to share modern, viable and responsible solutions. We will review successful initiatives in other jurisdictions, define the meaning of “smart regulation” and find ways to move towards outcome-oriented regulations vs. prescriptive ones and eliminate uncertainty for business. | |||||
| 3:15 – 3:45 p.m. | Moderated Question Time (Interactive Session) Grand Event Room |
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| 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. | Roundtables with Ontario Cabinet Ministers Grand Event Room |
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| Always a very popular event at the Ontario Economic Summit, this Ministers’ Roundtable is a unique opportunity to interact with the Ontario Cabinet at Minister-hosted roundtables. Pre-assigned seating is strictly reserved for pre-registered and confirmed participants only. | |||||
| 5:30 – 5:45 p.m. | Closing Remarks – Day One Grand Event Room |
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| 6:30 – 7:00 p.m. | Shuttle Services to Leaders’ Networking Event Lobby, White Oaks Conference Resort & Spa |
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| 7:00 – 10:00 p.m. | Dinner & Entertainment Venue TBA, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario |
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| 9:30 – 10:30p.m. | Return Shuttle Services to White Oaks Conference Resort |
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
| 8:30 – 9:30a.m. | Networking Breakfast Sunhill Dining Room |
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SESSION IV |
21st Century Talent |
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| 9:30 – 10:00a.m. | Keynote Address Grand Event Room |
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| 10:00 – 10:45 a.m. | Panel Discussion Grand Event Room |
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| While capital investments are crucial to sustaining growth, a productive and innovative economy cannot exist without a long term strategy to secure a creative and talented workforce. How can labour, academia, business and government work better collaboratively to enhance the talent pool? With an aging population, this question has never been more relevant for Ontario and many of its competitors. Figures and reports confirm that Ontario as a whole benefits from a highly skilled workforce, making it a magnet for the world. How can we capitalize on this, and not only remain competitive but also lead the way globally? Recruiting and equipping people with the knowledge and skills to fill 21st century jobs is a must. This session will offer participants an opportunity to review existing best practices in a number of sectors, assess the viability of these for Ontario and debate how best to develop a top-notch workforce while remaining flexible to regional needs and communities of interest.
Panelists: Mike Lazaridis (invited) |
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| 10:45 – 11:00 a.m. | Conversation Break |
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| 11:00 – 12:00 p.m. | Become an OES Ambassador of Change Ballroom A&B |
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| Turning Ideas Into Actions: Inspiring delegates to break down big ideas into small, achievable actions that can be taken every day and will add up to a big difference for Ontario. | |||||
| 12:00 – 1:45 p.m. | 2010 OES Closing Luncheon: In Conversation with the Premier Grand Event Room Interviewed by:Amanda Lang
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| 1:45 – 2:00 p.m. | Summit Recap & Next Steps |
