The Policy Insights Forum will recognize Poloz’s policy contributions to Canada
CGI named as Title Sponsor
Ottawa, ON – Monday, March 24, 2025 – The Policy Insights Forum (PIF) is proud to host the North Star Award Gala Dinner on May 22, 2025, at the Château Laurier Fairmont Hotel, in Ottawa, honouring the former Governor of the Bank of Canada, Stephen S. Poloz, for his outstanding policy contributions and impact on Canada’s economic growth and governance.
This distinguished event will celebrate Mr. Poloz’s legacy, recognizing his leadership in shaping Canada’s financial and economic landscape. In support of this celebration, CGI, one of the largest independent IT and business consulting services firms in the world, has been named the Title Sponsor.
As part of its sponsorship commitment, CGI’s financial contribution will support three internships created in honour of Mr. Poloz. These prestigious internships, designed to cultivate Canada’s next generation of policy leaders, will be administrated under the supervision of the PIF in collaboration with select Government of Canada departments and agencies. Mr. Poloz will personally mentor the selected interns, imparting his wealth of experience in policy, economics and governance.
Goran Samuel Pesic, Chairman of the Policy Insights Forum
“The North Star Award Gala Dinner is a testament to Canada’s exceptional leaders like Stephen Poloz, who have left an indelible mark on our nation’s trajectory. We are sincerely grateful for CGI’s partnership and their dedication to nurturing the next generation of Canadian talent. With CGI’s support and Mr. Poloz’s mentorship, we aim to inspire and empower young professionals to contribute to Canada’s future prosperity.
It is an honour to be recognized through the North Star Award and to have the opportunity to mentor talented young professionals through this initiative. I am grateful to CGI and the Policy Insights Forum for their shared vision of investing in Canada’s future. These internships represent a meaningful way to pass on the lessons of leadership and my policy insights to the next generation, ensuring a strong and resilient Canada for years to come.”
Julie Godin, Executive Chair of the CGI Board of Directors
“CGI is proud to be the Title Sponsor of the North Star Award Gala Dinner, recognizing Stephen Poloz’s extraordinary contributions to Canada’s economic growth and his enduring commitment to mentorship. As members of CGI’s Board of Directors, both Stephen and I share a passion for empowering the next generation of leaders. It is inspiring to see his legacy continue to shape Canada’s future. We are pleased to support the Policy Insights Forum in establishing impactful internships that reflect our shared desire to foster innovation and leadership.”
The North Star Award Gala Dinner promises to be a distinguished event that brings together industry, government, and academic leaders to celebrate excellence in Canadian policy and governance. For more information about the event and sponsorship opportunities, please visit our North Star Award Gala Dinner Page.
About the Policy Insights Forum
The Policy Insights Forum (PIF) is a non-partisan, non-profit organization policy think tank dedicated to advancing thought leadership and fostering meaningful discussions on public policy issues critical to Canada’s future. Through events, research, and strategic initiatives, PIF brings together senior policymakers, industry leaders, and academic experts to address challenges and opportunities in the policy landscape. The PIF seeks to recognize and support leadership in shaping Canada’s future through initiatives like the North Star Award and its prestigious internship program.
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About Stephen S. Poloz
Stephen S. Poloz is a distinguished economist and former Governor of the Bank of Canada, recognized for his pivotal role in guiding Canada’s economic policy and stability. With a career spanning decades in public service and international finance, Mr. Poloz now contributes his expertise as a member of CGI’s Board of Directors, helping to shape strategic initiatives that drive innovation and leadership in global markets.
About CGI
Founded in 1976, CGI is among the largest independent IT and business consulting services firms in the world. With 91,000 consultants and professionals across the globe, CGI delivers an end-to-end portfolio of capabilities, from strategic IT and business consulting to systems integration, managed IT and business process services and intellectual property solutions. CGI works with clients through a local relationship model complemented by a global delivery network that helps clients digitally transform their organizations and accelerate results. CGI Fiscal 2024 reported revenue is CA$14.68 billion and CGI shares are listed on the TSX (GIB.A) and the NYSE (GIB). Learn more at cgi.com.
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Aliénor Peyrefitte
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