Shaping the 2025 G7 Summit: Canada’s Leadership in a New Era of Global Governance

This event will explore Canada’s approach to hosting the G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta—marking both the G7’s 50th anniversary and the first multilateral engagement on the world stage for President Trump in his second term.

Presented by: Trinity College
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Join us for an evening of expert insight and timely discussion hosted in collaboration by the International Relations Program Alumni Association (IRPAA), the Bill Graham Centre for Contemporary International History, and Trinity College. This event will explore Canada’s approach to hosting the G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta—marking both the G7’s 50th anniversary and the first multilateral engagement on the world stage for President Trump in his second term.

Date: Thursday, May 22nd
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location: Seeley Hall, Trinity College, University of Toronto

As geopolitical tensions and dynamics continue to reshape global governance, this panel will explore how Canada can strategically shape G7 outcomes to advance democratic values, inclusive global cooperation, and climate leadership at a critical geopolitical juncture.

Panelists:
• Prof. John Kirton, Director, G7 Research Group; former Director, University of Toronto International Relations Program
• Ella Kokotsis, Director, Climate Finance, Global Governance Program

Moderator:
• Danielle Bochove, Toronto Bureau Chief, Bloomberg News; Senior Fellow, Bill Graham Centre

Program:
6:00 p.m. – Doors Open
6:05 p.m. – Opening Remarks
6:10 p.m. – Welcome Remarks
6:15 p.m. – Panel Discussion
6:45 p.m. – Audience Q&A
7:15 p.m. – Mix & Mingle
8:00 p.m. – Event Concludes

This event is open to IR alumni and students, Trinity College alumni and students, the Bill Graham Centre community, and the wider University of Toronto public.

For inquiries, please contact: trinity.alumni@utoronto.ca


Have questions about this event?

Contact Trinity College Alumni Office at trinity.alumni@utoronto.ca

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