
CFA Society Toronto will host its flagship 68th Annual Investment Dinner on Thursday September 25 2025 (5:00–10:00 p.m. ET) at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre (North Building). This year’s program features an exclusive keynote fireside chat with The Right Honourable Stephen J. Harper 22nd Prime Minister of Canada in conversation with The Honourable Lisa Raitt Vice-Chair Global Investment Banking CIBC Capital Markets.
Held under the theme “Investing and Leadership in a World of Change” the Dinner is expected to convene over 1000 leaders and professionals from across Canada’s investment and financial services community for high‑value insights and networking.
“Our Annual Investment Dinner brings together the people and ideas shaping Canada’s finance and investment industry” said Fred Pinto CFA ICD.D CEO CFA Society Toronto. “We’re excited to welcome The Right Honourable Stephen Harper for a timely conversation moderated by The Honourable Lisa Raitt and providing practical perspectives on geopolitics markets and leadership decision‑making.”
Recognizing Research Excellence
The evening will also honour innovation and academic rigor with the Hillsdale Investment Management – CFA Society Toronto Research Award. This prestigious award recognizes outstanding research that advances the understanding and practice of investment management. By highlighting thought leadership rooted in real-world application this award program helps bridge the gap between rigorous research and daily portfolio management decisions in service to practitioners and the industry.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Metro Toronto Convention Centre, Front Street West, Toronto, ON, Canada