Conservative Journal of Canada

The Albany Club Open House
2018-01-29 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Toronto) | th
COMPLIMENTARY FOOD & DRINKS
Kick off the new year with Albany Club’s Open House! This will be a great opportunity for our members to network with fellow members and directors, learn about all the new offerings at the Club and invite friends and colleagues interested
in membership to visit the Club.
Monday, January 29th
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Click here to view flyer
Please reserve with front desk at: reservations@albanyclub.ca

Etobicoke-Lakeshore PC Riding Association in support of Christine Hogarth
2018-02-07 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Toronto) | th
Etobicoke-Lakeshore PC riding association invites you to a special reception featuring Former Premier Mike Harris in support of candidate Christine Hogarth.

Wednesday, February 7th

5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Venue: The Albany Club

Tickets: $200 each – a generous tax receipt will be provided

Click here to get your ticket(s) or email mary@votechristinehogarth.ca
or call 416.854.4657.

ReelPolitik Film Night: In Honour of Black History Month "The Book of Negroes"
2018-02-08 18:45 - 21:30 (America/Toronto) | The Albany Club, 91 King St. E., Toronto, Ontario, M5C1G3, Canada
In Honour of Black History Month, ReelPolitik Film Night is screening two episodes of The Book of Negroes
Thursday, February 8th, 2018
Buffet Dinner: 6:45 pm | Remarks: 8:00 pm | Film Viewing: 8:15 pm
Includes dinner, popcorn & a glass of wine for the movie
Member & Spouse: $49.95pp | Guests: $59.95pp
(Plus taxes and house charges)

Bob Chapman for Oshawa Canvass
2018-02-10 10:00 - 14:30 (America/Halifax) | North side of East Mall in Oshawa, L1G 1C3
North Side of East Mall in Oshawa (on Bond Street between Harmony and Wilson)

Our team will be doing Door-to-Door canvassing every Saturday between 10 am & 3pm starting this Saturday February 3rd, and I’m looking for volunteers to join me.
If you have time this Saturday please join the team. If you can’t make it this week try for next or any Saturday you have some time to give us. Even joining us for one Saturday would be greatly appreciated and I think you’ll find it enjoyable hearing how people are ready to support the change we are offering them.
If you can join us please let our Volunteer Chair Rhonda (volunteer@bobchapman.ca) or me know ahead of time so we can ensure we have an appropriate number of poll lists, clipboards, pens, etc.
That said, if your plans change and you find some free time on any given Saturday don’t hesitate to just show up at the meeting place at 10 am, even if you haven’t given advance notice.
To avoid confusion on our canvass days the meeting place & times will always be the same.
Meet on the north side of the East Mall located east of Wilson Rd between King & Bond Sts.
Meet at 10 am for a quick briefing on canvass locations, etc
Start canvassing at 10:30 am & finish around 2:30 pm.

Kitchener Centre Fundraiser for Mary Henein Thorn, featuring Hon. Tony Clement
2018-02-12 11:30 - 13:00 (America/Halifax) | Charcoal Steak House, 2980 King St E, Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
Join the Hon. Tony Clement, former Treasury Board President and Current Critic for Public Services and Procurement, in a fundraising luncheon for Kitchener Centre PC Candidate Mary Henein Thorn.
As a high-ranking cabinet minister under Mike Harris, Ernie Eves, and Stephen Harper, Tony Clement will lead a discussion about moving the Waterloo Region and Ontario forward by electing Mary and a strong team of PC MPPs.
Tickets cost $200 per person.
Each ticket holder will garner a 2018 Tax credit worth $150
To RSVP please contact Matthew Stubbings at marykitchenercentrepc@gmail.com
Due to legislative changes, candidate Mary Henein Thorn cannot be in attendance.

Valentine's Day Dinner
2018-02-14 17:00 - 23:00 (America/Toronto) | The Albany Club, 91 King St. E., Toronto, Ontario, M5C1G3, Canada
Wednesday, February 14th, 2018
Reservations from 5:00 pm
Enjoy a complimentary glass of sparkling wine, gourmet five course meal, sharable dessert & wine pairings available
$170 per couple
Wine pairings: $65 per person
(Plus taxes & house charges)
Click here to view flyer & menu

Fundraiser in Support of the Oakville PC Association and Candidate Stephen Crawford with Special Guest Hon. Maxime Bernier, MP
2018-02-20 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Halifax) | Seasons Restaurant, 134 Lakeshore Road East, Oakville, Ontario, L6J, Canada
Join your fellow Oakville Progressive Conservatives for a great evening of hors d’oeuvres and refreshments in support of Oakville PC Candidate Stephen Crawford and the Oakville PC Association with special guest Hon. Maxime Bernier, MP (Beauce).

Political Series Luncheon: The Honourable Pierre Poilievre
2018-02-23 11:45 - 13:30 (America/Toronto) | The Albany Club, 91 King St. E., Toronto, Ontario, M5C1G3, Canada
“How free enterprise can end poverty”
Friday, February 23rd, 2018
Reception: 11:45 am | Lunch: 12:15 pm
Member & Spouse: $30pp | Guests: $38pp
(Plus taxes & house charges)
Click here to view flyer

The Albany Club Wedding Open House
2018-02-27 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Toronto) | The Albany Club, 91 King St. E., Toronto, Ontario, M5C1G3, Canada
Tuesday, February 27th, 2018
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Political Series Luncheon: Mayor John Tory
2018-02-28 11:45 - 13:30 (America/Toronto) | The Albany Club, 91 King St. E., Toronto, Ontario, M5C1G3, Canada
Join us for Mayor Tory’s perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing the City of Toronto and his priorities heading into the 2018 municipal election.
Wednesday, February 28th, 2018
Reception: 11:45 am | Lunch: 12:15 pm
Member & Spouse: $30pp | Guests: $38pp
(Plus taxes & house charges)
Click here to view flyer

Conservative Conversations
2018-05-01 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Toronto) | 91, Thailand, Thailand
Join your fellow members for a robust and engaging moderated discussion on current issues impacting the Conservative political spectrum in Ontario, Canada
and the world. The fun and participatory event is open to anyone interested, whether you have worked on many political campaigns or none at all. All opinions and viewpoints will be welcome!
Tuesday, May 1st, 2018
5:30-7:30pm, Conversation begins at 6:00 pm
Members Only: $20pp | Appetizers Included | Limited Space
Click here to view flyer

Business Series Luncheon: Blockchain, Bitcoin & Cryptocurrencies: Bubble or Breakthrough?
2018-05-04 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto) | 91, Thailand, Thailand
This event is in Sponsorship with Canaccord Genuity
Guest Speakers:
Mike Lauzon, Managing Director, Canaccord Genuity
Som Seif, President & CEO, Purpose Investments Inc.
Wojtek Gidzinski, Director, Coinsquare Wealth
Aaron Grinhaus, Lawyer and Blockchain Consultant, Grinhaus Law Firm
Friday, May 4th, 2018
Reception: 12:00 pm | Lunch: 12:30 pm
Dress: Business Attire
Member & Spouse: $45pp | Guests: $58pp
(Plus taxes & house charges)
Click here to view flyer

Doug Ford's Campaign Kickoff
2018-05-08 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | Toronto Congress Centre, 650 Dixon Road, Toronto, Ontario, M9W 1J1, Canada

International Churchill Society Canada: 22nd Annual Joint Dinner
2018-05-10 18:30 - 21:30 (America/Toronto) | 91, Thailand, Thailand
Guest Speaker: The Honourable Bob Rae
“Churchill, Warts and All – Why His Courage Outweighs His Faults”
Thursday, May 10th, 2018
Reception: 6:30 pm | Dinner: 7:30 pm
Three course dinner | cocktails available
Member & Spouse: $135pp | Guests: $145pp
(Plus taxes & house charges)
Click here to view flyer

Annual Mother's Day Brunch
2018-05-13 11:00 - 15:00 (America/Toronto) | 91, Thailand, Thailand
Please join us for our annual Mother’s Day Brunch at the Albany Club!
Chef Jay’s buffet includes an omelette station, carving station & much more.
Sunday, May 13th, 2018
11:00 am & 1:00 pm sittings
Adults: $65pp | Children 12 & under: $30pp | Under 3: Free
*Plus taxes & house charges
Click here to view flyer
RSVP: reservations@albanyclub.ca | (416) 364 – 5471

Prospective Member Event: Summer Cocktails & Mocktails!
2018-05-15 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Toronto) | 91, Thailand, Thailand
Join Maitre D’ & Sommelier Gianmarco Zentena and Head Bartender, Andrei Starostenko for a cocktail creation night at The Albany Club! This event will give prospects the exclusive experience of what it’s like being an Albany Club Member and the chance to mingle with current members on our beautiful, sunny rooftop patio!
Tuesday, May 15th, 2018
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
canapés will be served as well
Click here to view flyer
RSVP is required: reservations@albanyclub.ca

Author Series Luncheon: “From Wall Street to Bay Street”
2018-05-23 11:45 - 13:30 (America/Toronto) | 91, Thailand, Thailand
Guest Speaker: Albany Club Historian, Joe Martin
The 2008 financial crisis rippled across the globe and triggered a worldwide recession. Unlike the American banking system which experienced massive losses, takeovers, and taxpayer funded bailouts, Canada’s banking system withstood the crisis relatively well and maintained its liquidity and profitability. The divergence in the two banking systems can be traced to their distinct institutional and political histories. Joe Martin reveals the different paths each system took which led to such different results in 2008..
Joe Martin is the Director of the Canadian Business History Initiative at the Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto, President Emeritus of Canada’s History Society. Founding President of the Canadian Business History Association as well as the Albany Club’s resident historian.
Wednesday, May 23rd, 2018
Reception: 11:45 am | Lunch: 12:15 pm
Member & Spouse: $38pp | Guests: $48pp
(Plus taxes & house charges)
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Political Series Luncheon: Taking the Initiative - Should Conservatives Stop Playing Defense on the Environment?
2018-05-28 11:45 - 13:30 (America/Toronto) | 91, Thailand, Thailand
Guest Speakers:
Robert Sopuck, MP for Dauphin-Swan River-Neepawa
Allan Gregg, Earnscliffe Strategy Group
Robert Sopuck is the Deputy Shadow Minister for Environment and Climate Change, Wildlife Conservation and Parks Canada. This role uses his experience as a biologist and avid outdoors man to ensure the federal government continues to enact legislation that achieves tangible environmental benefits that do not harm Canada’s rural communities.
Allan Gregg is among Canada’s most recognized and respected researchers, strategists and social commentators. He has played a central role in dozens of campaigns over the last thirty years. His unique talent at Earnscliffe is to develop research-based strategies and then translate them into all aspects of campaign management – from policy and speeches to media relations; from communications and advertising to targeted grassroots campaigns.
This presentation and discussion will review current attitudes toward resource development and the environment and give insights into how applying conservative environmental principles can not only deal with current and emerging environmental issues but also find broad appeal across Canada and in the ballot box.
Monday, May 28th, 2018
Reception: 11:45 am | Lunch: 12:15 pm
Member & Spouse: $38pp | Guests: $48pp
(Plus taxes & house charges)
Click here to view flyer
RSVP: reservations@albanyclub.ca | 416 364 5471

Political Series: Greg Lyle’s Exclusive Look at the State of the Race
2018-05-31 11:45 - 13:30 (America/Toronto) | 91, Thailand, Thailand
Guest Speaker: Greg Lyle, President of the Innovative Research Group
With the 2018 Ontario General Election in the homestretch, we will be joined by Innovative Research Group President Greg Lyle with new polling and analysis following the final leaders debate and entering the last week of the campaign. Using a post-debate poll and ad testing, Greg will lay out where we are, how we got there and what to watch for in the final days of the campaign.
Greg has built a career at the intersection of public policy, communications and public opinion. Many members of the club worked with Greg on Conservative campaigns in Ontario and across the country in the 1980s and 90s. Greg’s analysis builds not only on his well-regarded polls, but on his experience as a campaigner. With over 30 years of communications and opinion research experience, Greg’s polls have been highlighted in media across the country.
Thursday, May 31st, 2018
Reception: 11:45 am | Lunch: 12:15 pm
Member & Spouse: $38pp | Guests: $48pp
(Plus taxes & house charges)
Click here to view flyer

Prospective Member Event: Craft Beer Tasting on the Rooftop Patio!
2018-06-12 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Toronto) | 91, Thailand, Thailand
Join us for a Prospective Member Event on the Rooftop for a beer tasting with Amsterdam Brewery! This event will give prospects the exclusive experience of what it’s like being an Albany Club Member and the chance to mingle with current members on our beautiful, sunny rooftop patio!
Tuesday, June 12, 2018
5:30pm – 7:30pm
Limited space available!
RSVP is required – please email: membership@albanyclub.ca
Members are welcome to attend when bringing a prospective member;
A fee may apply for those not on the list or attending without a prospective member
RSVP: membership@albanyclub.ca
Click here to view flyer

Sixth Annual Spring Walk Around
2018-06-14 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Toronto) | 91, Thailand, Thailand
Don’t miss out on our Sixth Annual Spring Walk Around – one of the last gatherings before summer. Enjoy live music and a wide range cuisine from every region of the country! A guaranteed fun time so please feel free to invite your friends, family & colleagues – everyone is welcome.
Thursday, June 14th, 2018
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Members: $49pp | Guests: $62pp
(plus taxes & house charges)
Click here to view flyer

Business Series Luncheon: Hon. James Moore & Lawrence Herman & James McIlroy on NAFTA
2018-06-15 11:45 - 13:30 (America/Toronto) | 91, Thailand, Thailand
NAFTA: Where are we now and what comes next?
Guest Speakers: The Hon. James Moore & Lawrence Herman & James McIlroy
Friday, June 15, 2018
Reception: 11:45 am | Lunch: 12:15 pm
Member & Spouse: $38pp | Guests: $48pp
(Plus taxes & house charges)
Click here to view flyer

Business Leaders Series Luncheon: Shenglin Xian
2018-06-18 11:45 - 13:30 (America/Toronto) | 91, Thailand, Thailand
A Canadian First Generation Immigrant to a Selfmade Billionaire…
Shenglin’s keys to success “integrity, a dream to pursue, and dedication”
Mr. Shenglin Xian is the President of Shenglin Financial (SF) Group Inc., a leading financial advisory firm based in North York, Ontario. Mr. Xian is the leading financial security advisor. SF is a founding member of the Wealth & Estate Planning Group (WEPG), a division of London Life insurance company. WEPG is a group of specialized financial advisors focused on serving the complex needs of affluent and established Canadians. Shenglin Financial Group Inc. has been listed in the PROFIT 500 Canada ranking for three consecutive years, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017.
Mr. Xian is a renowned successful Canadian entrepreneur who has been working in the financial service industry for 26 years. Mr. Xian, personally, and Shenglin Financial Group Inc. both remained on the list of London Life Top Producers for 6 years.
Mr. Xian also founded Shenglin Holding Company which operates several subsidiaries in real estate development both in Canada and China, pharmaceutical technology, e-commerce platforms, property management and financial investment.
Monday, June 18th, 2018
Reception: 11:45 am | Lunch: 12:15 pm
Member & Spouse: $38pp | Guests: $48pp
(Plus taxes & house charges)
Click here to view flyer

Reception with the New Cuban Ambassador to Canada followed by a Cigar Afterparty!
2018-06-18 17:30 - 21:30 (America/Toronto) | 91, Thailand, Thailand
JOIN US FOR A RECEPTION WITH THE NEW CUBAN AMBASSADOR TO CANADA,
Her Excellency Josefina Vidal

Monday, June 18th, 2018

Start time: 5:30 pm

Reception includes hors d’oeuvres & a complimentary drink

Member & Spouse: $38pp | Guests: $48pp
(Plus taxes & house charges)

Dress: Smart Casual

LATER.. JOIN US FOR AN AFTERPARTY ON THE ROOFTOP PATIO!
Enjoy a quality cigar.. Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 2 & Ron Legendario Cuban Rum 7yr Elixir & 9yr Anejo
Cigar provided by:
Trae Zammit, The Smokin’ Cigar
Rum provided by:
Phil Monckton, gfh Group

Member & Spouse: $35pp | Guests: $45pp
(Plus taxes & house charges)

* Cigars & drinks on chits

Click here to view flyer

Patio Preview Party!
2018-06-27 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Toronto) | 91, Thailand, Thailand
Experience the charm of Toronto’s best private patio this summer!
Invite your guests to enjoy specially curated rooftop patio selections available daily from
4-8pm in Jul y & August (Tuesday – Thursday )
JOIN US FOR OUR SPECIAL PATIO PREVIEW PARTY ON WEDNESDAY, JUNE 27TH FROM 5PM – 8PM!
Click here to view flyer

Lacombe Ponoka Nomination Opening
2018-08-10 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Halifax) | United Conservative Party, 2915 21 Street NE Unit 203, Calgary, AB, T2E7T1, Canada
LACOMBE-PONOKA NOMINATION CONTEST NOW OPEN
The nomination contest for Lacombe – Ponoka opened August 10, 2018.
A UCP member may apply to contest the nomination by submitting their application to:
Executive Director, United Conservative Party
4317 23B St. NE
Calgary, AB T2E 7V9

The application must be requested no later than August 16, 2018.
Nomination applications are due August 23, 2018 at 5:00pm MST.

Applications must be accompanied by the signatures of 50 party members who reside in Lacombe-Ponoka.

Applicants must also provide a $500 application fee to the United Conservative Party;
A $500 application fee to the UCP Lacombe-Ponoka Constituency Association; and
An additional $1000 refundable performance deposit payable to the United Conservative Party.

More information on the nomination process can be found here.
For more information or to request a nominations application package, please contact nominations@unitedconservative.ca.

Edmonton-Rutherford Nomination Contest
2018-08-10 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Halifax) | United Conservative Party, 2915 21 Street NE Unit 203, Calgary, AB, T2E7T1, Canada
Event Details
The nomination contest for Edmonton-Rutherford has opened as of August 10, 2018.
A UCP member may apply to contest the nomination by submitting their application to:
Executive Director, United Conservative Party
4317 23B St. NE
Calgary, AB T2E 7V9
The application must be requested no later than August 16, 2018 at 5:00pm
Applications must be accompanied by the signatures of 50 party members who reside in Edmonton-Rutherford. Applicants must also provide a $500 application fee to the United Conservative Party, a $500 application fee to the UCP Edmonton-Rutherford Constituency Association and an additional $1000 refundable performance deposit. More information on the nomination process can be found here.
Nomination applications are due August 23, 2018 at 5:00pm
For more information or to request a nominations application package, please contactnominations@unitedconservative.ca.

Grande Prairie-Wapiti Nomination Contest
2018-08-10 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Halifax) | United Conservative Party, 2915 21 Street NE Unit 203, Calgary, AB, T2E7T1, Canada
Event Details
Please note the nomination contest for Grande Prairie-Wapiti has opened as of August 10, 2018.
A UCP member may apply to contest the nomination by submitting their application to:
Executive Director, United Conservative Party
4317 23B St. NE
Calgary, AB T2E 7V9
The application must be requested no later than August 16, 2018 at 5:00pm
Applications must be accompanied by the signatures of 50 party members who reside in Grande Prairie-Wapiti. Applicants must also provide a $500 application fee to the United Conservative Party, a $500 application fee to the UCP Grande Prairie-Wapiti Constituency Association and an additional $1000 refundable performance deposit. More information on the nomination process can be found here.
Nomination applications are due August 23, 2018 at 5:00pm
For more information or to request a nominations application package, please contactnominations@unitedconservative.ca.

Calgary-Klein Nomination Notification
2018-08-17 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Halifax) | United Conservative Party, 2915 21 Street NE Unit 203, Calgary, AB, T2E7T1, Canada
Event Details
Please note the nomination contest for Calgary-Klein has opened as of today, August 17, 2018.
A UCP member may apply to contest the nomination by submitting their application to:
Executive Director, United Conservative Party
4317 23B St. NE
Calgary, AB T2E 7V9
The application must be requested no later than August 23, 2018 at 5:00pm
Applications must be accompanied by the signatures of 50 party members who reside in Calgary-Klein. Applicants must also provide a $500 application fee to the United Conservative Party, a $500 application fee to the UCP Calgary-Klein Constituency Association and an additional $1000 refundable performance deposit. More information on the nomination process can be found here.
Nomination applications are due August 30, 2018 at 5:00pm
For more information or to request a nominations application package, please contact nominations@unitedconservative.ca.

Edmonton-Decore Nomination Contest
2018-08-17 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Halifax) | United Conservative Party, 2915 21 Street NE Unit 203, Calgary, AB, T2E7T1, Canada
Event Details
Edmonton-Decore Nomination Contest
Please note the nomination contest for Edmonton-Decore has opened as of today, August 17, 2018.
A UCP member may apply to contest the nomination by submitting their application to:
Executive Director, United Conservative Party
4317 23B St. NE
Calgary, AB T2E 7V9
The application must be requested no later than August 23, 2018 at 5:00pm
Applications must be accompanied by the signatures of 50 party members who reside in Edmonton-Decore. Applicants must also provide a $500 application fee to the United Conservative Party, a $500 application fee to the UCP Edmonton-Decore Constituency Association and an additional $1000 refundable performance deposit. More information on the nomination process can be found here.
Nomination applications are due August 30, 2018 at 5:00pm
For more information or to request a nominations application package, please contact nominations@unitedconservative.ca.
