Events

Live video recordings of online discussions

Podcasts

In-depth, long-form topical conversations

Urban Innovation

Our cities are changing. Let’s talk.

With online events and podcasts, CityTalk Canada explores what’s working, what’s not and what’s next for Canada’s cities.

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Strengthening Regional Partnerships: Economic Resilience in the Great Lakes–St. Lawrence Region

Thursday, July 17, 2025

Regional economic partnerships between the United States and Canada have long been a cornerstone of North American prosperity. As trade dynamics evolve and political landscapes shift, the importance of sustaining these cross-border alliances is more evident than ever.

In this CityTalk, they will explore how communities can adapt to a changing trade environment, reinforce binational cooperation, and promote long-term regional resilience.

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A virtual town square.

Since March 2020, City Talk Canada has brought together more than 400 policymakers, community leaders, and practitioners to lay the foundation for collaborative learning and problem-solving across urban Canada.

About CityTalk

Recent Events

Recorded live, our online discussions bring together citymakers of all stripes to address hot-button topics and emerging community issues. Hosted by CUI president Mary Rowe.

Recent podcasts

Leading citymakers and other experts join Mary Rowe for conversations that take a deeper dive into the issues and challenges facing urban communities.

Where citymakers meet

Canadian Urban Institute

CityTalk Canada is produced by CUI – Canada’s Urban Institute. We are the national platform for Canadian city building – where policymakers, civic and business leaders, community activists and academics can learn, share and collaborate with one another.

About CUI