Steve Paikin, author of “Paikin and the Premiers – Personal Reflections on a Half-Century of Ontario Leaders” will be discussing his book with members and guests of the Canadian Club of London. The book offers a rare perspective on 50 years of Ontario’s leaders, from the vantage point of one of Canada's most astute and respected journalists.
WHAT: Canadian Club of London Breakfast with Steve Paikin
WHEN: Thursday, April 24, 2014, from 7:30 am to 9:00 am
WHERE: London Convention Centre, 300 York Street
The event is open to both Club members and non-members. Tickets are $33.90 for an individual member, or $45.20 for a non-member. Advanced tickets or tables of 10 are available on the Canadian Club’s website or by calling 1-855-519-2265.
About Steve Paikin
With more than 30 years in the business, Steve Paikin has built a sterling reputation as an accessible journalist; few people know the modern-era premiers of Canada's most populous province the way he does. Based on TVO's rich archive of interviews with Ontario's premiers, Paikin and the Premiers offers a rare perspective on Kathleen Wynne, Dalton McGuinty, Ernie Eves, Mike Harris, Bob Rae, David Peterson, Frank Miller, Bill Davis, and John Robarts - from the vantage point of one of Canada's most astute and respected journalists. A chronological presentation of interviews, beginning with Robarts (1961-1971) through to Wynne (2013) the book offers intimate insight from the author's voice, juxtaposed with detailed transcripts of individual interviews with the premiers. Through his signature curious and conversational style, Paikin explores both the personal and professional lives of the interviewees, providing a compelling narrative about their careers in politics.
In addition to his accomplished work as an author, Paikin is anchor and senior editor of The Agenda with Steve Paikin, TVO's flagship current affairs program and the gold standard for in-depth analysis and thoughtful debate on Canadian television. His inquisitive mind fuels the dialogue as he conducts timely interviews with people shaping Ontario politics and the big issues of the day. Paikin's role at TVO provides for a rich portfolio of one-on-one in-depth interviews with Ontario's premiers.
Paikin has spent 30 years in journalism, and last year celebrated his 20th anniversary with TVO. Paikin has moderated the past three federal and two Ontario election debates, and was recently named Chancellor of Laurentian University. Paikin is the author of four previously released works; three books on politics and one on hockey. In 2012 he was awarded the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Medal in acknowledgement of his contributions to the Canadian media landscape.
About the Canadian Club of London
For over 108 years, the Canadian Club of London (CCOL) has worked to connect individuals in our community by sharing and promoting our passion for Canada through our annual speaker series. The CCOL presents knowledgeable speakers who share their insights on Canadian business, politics, sports, culture and finance. To name a few, the Club has hosted Prime Ministers, CEOs, sporting legends, military heroes, chief economists and leaders in the arts.
Erin V. Pollett
Canadian Club of London President, 2013/14
erinv.pollett@gmail.com
519-859-8864
Erin Brinen
CCOL Communications and Marketing Chair
ebrinen@echidna.ca
519-858-4438, Ex. 234
