Scott Newark, vice chair of operations of the National Security Group, will address members of CADSI at a networking luncheon today. He will discuss “The Importance of Policy Analysis in Achieving Procurement Success in the Safety and Security Sector. Oct. 18, 11:30 a.m., $25 members; $30 non-members. Air Force Mess, 158 Gloucester St., Ottawa, Ont. www.defenceandsecurity.ca
Canada 2020 presents a panel discussion on the Nexen-CNOOC deal titled “Buying Canada: Strategic industries, state-owned companies and the national interest,” with Tom D’aquino, Laura Dawson and Charles Burton. Oct. 17, 4:30 p.m. Fairmont Chateau Laurier Hotel, 1 Rideau St., Ottawa, Ont. http://canada2020.ca
Donald K. Johnson, member, Advisory Board BMO Capital Markets will give a talk on “Unlocking More Private Wealth for Public Good.” Presented by the Economic Club of Canada. Oct. 15, 11:45 a.m.-1:30 p.m., $79. The Hyatt Regency Hotel, 370 King St. W., Toronto, Ont. www.economicclub.ca