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Frank McKenna on Canadian ambition and America after the midterms

At the 2026 Frank McKenna awards, the former premier and ambassador to the U.S. talked about how to overcome Canada’s challenges and why the federal government ‘is really on fire now’

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Nominations for the 2026 Frank McKenna Awards

Help us recognize outstanding public policy leadership in Atlantic Canada

Fatih Birol — 2026 Global Laureate Testimonial Award Honouree

The head of the International Energy Agency is the leading voice in the urgent global discussion on energy security affordability and climate change

Kirsten Hillman — 2026 Testimonial Dinner Award Honouree

As Ambassador to the U.S. for six years, she navigated the country’s most consequential bilateral relationship at a time of unprecedented change

Bryan Detchou — 2026 Emerging Leader Award

As Senior Director of Natural Resources, Environment and Sustainability at the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, Bryan Detchou has a front row seat on government efforts to supercharge the economy.

Christiane Germain — 2026 Testimonial Dinner Award Honouree

As co-founder and co-president of family-run Germain hotels, Christiane Germain has earned a reputation for strong governance and a ‘buy local’ philosophy  

Arlene Dickinson — 2026 Testimonial Dinner Award Honouree

Dragon’s Den star, venture capitalist and author Arlene Dickinson is using her fame to weigh in on Canada’s challenging political moment.

John Knubley — 2026 Testimonial Dinner Award Honouree

His experience over 30 years in federal public service spanned eight different departments, leading some of the country’s most strategic policy files.

Robert Fife — 2026 Hyman Solomon Award for Excellence in Public Policy Journalism

The investigative journalist, author and Ottawa bureau chief at The Globe and Mail has led a legendary career, shaping political journalism for five decades.