Speeches

In this talk, Christy Clark reflects on her journey from being a kid in Burnaby to becoming the Premier of British Columbia in 2011, a position she held for six years. Through humor, storytelling, and never-before-heard behind-the-scenes insights, Clark shares her biggest takeaways from leading the government. She also reveals the limitations she faced as a woman in politics—what being a woman prevented her from doing and saying while she was Premier.

As Premier, Christy Clark encountered adversities and situations that would both shock and amaze her audiences. Many of these challenges were tied to her role as a leader in the male-dominated world of politics. In this speech, she discusses how she was treated differently by the media and her political opponents, and the constraints that being a woman placed on her during her time in office.

During her time as Premier, Christy Clark led British Columbia from 9th to 1st place in economic growth. A strong economy allows governments and organizations to focus on other priorities, but without it, little progress can be made. Hear first-hand how Premier Clark oversaw BC’s remarkable economic turnaround and discover her key principles for ensuring long-term, sustainable economic growth.

As Premier, Christy Clark championed British Columbia’s businesses and resources globally, venturing beyond the traditional markets. An HSBC report predicts that by 2050, 19 of the world’s 30 largest economies will be emerging markets. For British Columbia and Canada to thrive in this future, they must accept, embrace, and strategically prepare for this shift.