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Allan, J.D.; Somers, George T., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1912), 23 Feb 1911, 201-208     Mr. J.D. Allan: Remembering the effect of the old Reciprocity Treaty being abrogated. Toronto at that time, and the conditions of trade. The great changes which have taken place in Canada in less than a lifetime. The value of the policy Canada has been pursuing. Inter-provincial trade before and at ...

Mason, Lieut.-Colonel James, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1906), 12 Jan 1905, 137-138     Comments on the evening's addresses. The nature of the addresses as a debate. Looking upon tonight as the red-letter event in the history of the Empire Club. The vote of thanks to the Honourable Mr. Foss.

Morine, The Hon. A.B., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1906), 12 Jan 1905, 129-137     Views of the Bond-Hay Treaty. The speaker's view that this Treaty is fraught with great danger to the future of Newfoundland, and to its development, just as the propositions for Reciprocity to which Dr. Montague has referred, were fraught with great, though unseen danger to Canada at the time they ...

McMullen, Hon. James, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1907), 13 Dec 1906, 111-119     Attempting to enlighten the audience of business men on the question of relations with the United States. Some key historical events which have shaped the relationship. The Dingley Bill; expectations of the Bill and what really happened. Characteristics of the negotiations that have taken place between Canada and the United ...

Ellis, P.W., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1906), 12 Jan 1905, 136-137     Thanks to Mr. Foss. Assuring Mr. Foss that the manufacturers of Canada regard with the greatest interest the progress, the energy, the forwardness of manufacturing in the United States. Many manufacturers now moving across the Line, becoming Canadian manufacturers and operating under the British flag. Welcoming Americans to participate in ...

Young, R.J., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1906), 12 Jan 1905, 126-129     Reference to the speeches of Mr. Foss, Dr. Montague, and Colonel Denison. Canada warranted in following the natural course of events and developing our own resources in the building up of a British-Canadian nation on the north half of this Continent. A remark with regard to the development of our ...

Denison, Lieut.-Colonel George T., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1906), 12 Jan 1905, 117-123     A few words on Dr. Montague and Mr. Foss and their speeches. Recalling another period of history when Cobden and Bright started the great agitation in England of what might be called their Reciprocity, which they called free trade. Their strategy and what happened in terms of protected trade. The ...

Montague, Hon. Dr. W.H., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1906), 12 Jan 1905, 97-116     Reference and comments to the previous address by the Hon. Eugene N. Foss. Ways in which Canada has become a protective country. The Canadian people one who have decided that they will work out their destiny along Canadian lines in their own way, endeavouring to strengthen and increase the force ...

Foss, Hon. Eugene N., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1906), 12 Jan 1905, 85-97     The future relations of the United States and Canada and the effect upon the British Empire. An outline of the speaker's thoughts concerning the grave and delicate subject of these future relations. The speaker's outlook that of a business man upon the commercial and business interests of the two countries. ...

Ford II, Henry, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1981), 5 Feb 1981, 224-235     New personal perspectives on issues of concern to business from Mr. Ford. Successful business managers and "their understanding of the impact of national and international politics on the future of private enterprise." Canada and the U.S. addressing the future together with renewed cooperation, understanding, and sensitivity. A brief look at ...

Robinson, The Honourable Paul H. Jr., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1982), 25 Feb 1982, 288- 300     The many areas of common agreement between Canada and the U.S. including law, language, literature and a representative form of government. Canada and the U.S. as trading partners. The Joint Consultative Group. The concern of the National Energy Program. The U.S. quarrel with the retroactive aspect of the program, with ...

Blough, Roger M., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1965), 19 Nov 1964, 98-112     A joint meeting of The Empire Club of Canada and The Canadian Club of Toronto. The speaker introduces the concept of a reversal of circumstances between Canada and the United States and wonders what life would be like, in order to facilitate greater understanding. A look at some of the ...

McColough, C. Peter, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1969), 21 Nov 1968, 72-85     The recurring uneasiness of Canadian-American economic relations. How U.S. capital involvement in Canada is described in Canada. The harsh and deeply serious accusation against the United States of exploiting rather than contributing to Canada's resources. Defense against the influx of U.S. investments. Apprehension about American influence not new. A discussion ...

Bowditch, Richard L., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1956), 19 Jan 1956, 169-178     Some remarks about relations between Canada and the United States, between Americans and Canadians. The speaker's affection for Canada and Canadians. A look at the United States. Topics covered including geography; climate; the effects of geography and climate on cultural development and political thinking; the size of the country; "thinking ...

Birge, Cyrus A., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1904), 18 Feb 1904, 74-83     This address was delivered from Mss. Previously prepared, and delivered before the Commercial Club, Providence, Rhode Island, U.S. Speaking from the viewpoint of a loyal Canadian. Canada's history which led up to the federation of what was at one time a series of scattered provinces into one great Dominion, peacefully ...

Randall, S.J., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1962), 26 Oct 1961, 22-34     Two examples of merchandising in foreign markets. Prospecting for needers. Great economic changes in Europe. Effect on Canada if we don't prepare. World trade. Uncertain markets. Canada's imbalance of trade, particularly with the United States as one of the largest in the world. Steps taken to solve our present economic ...

Wilder, William P., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1974), 24 Jan 1974, 181-191     The proposed Arctic Gas pipeline to transport natural gas from the North Slope of Alaska and the Mackenzie Delta. Costs and size of the project. Why Mr. Wilder believes the Arctic Gas pipeline is a giant of necessity for Canada, with details. Why it is important to residents of northern ...

Giffin, His Excellency, Gordon, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1998), 16 Apr 1998, 415-429     Some of the speaker's memories of living here. The relationship between Canada and the United States, virtually unique in the sphere of relations between sovereign nations--how that is so, and reasons for it. Some insight into the current state of our bilateral relationship. How we can enhance this already great ...

Connally, The Honourable John B., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1973), 19 Mar 1973, 313-333     A joint meeting of The Empire Club of Canada and The Canadian Club of Toronto. An historical perspective of where and how the United States finds itself, economically and politically in 1973. The end of one era, the beginning of another. A period of upheaval. Profound changes in world commerce. ...

Weld, The Hon. William F., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club Foundation, 1992), 30 Apr 1992, 537-546     Canada as Massachusett's largest trading partner, with statistics. A system that works to mutual advantage. The importance of NAFTA to both Canada and the United States. Major disagreements: magnesium, Honda Civic, soft wood lumber, and beer. Disputed products represent less than two per cent of bilateral trade. The success of ...