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Join us for the annual Mayor's State of the City Luncheon, featuring an engaging fireside chat between Mayor Dan Carter and Jennifer Alsop, Director of External Relations & Partnerships at Ontario Tech University. 

In partnership with Oshawa Economic Development and the Durham Region Home Builders’ Association, this authentic conversation will provide valuable insights into Oshawa’s evolving landscape. Hear Mayor Carter as he shares his perspectives on key themes of partnerships, growth, and transformation, exploring how collaboration is shaping the city's future. 

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with business leaders, community members and local officials, while gaining firsthand insights into the priorities driving Oshawa forward!

About the Speakers:

Mayor Dan Carter: Serving as Mayor of Oshawa since 2018, Mayor Carter has a compelling personal journey from overcoming homelessness and addiction to becoming a dedicated public servant. His leadership focuses on economic growth, social services, and community development.

Jennifer Alsop: Jennifer leads the advancement of Ontario Tech’s external engagement strategies, driving impactful new partnerships and deepening existing ones, while positioning the university as a partner of choice for transformative collaborations.

Agenda:
11:00 AM: Registration and Networking
12:00 PM: Welcoming Remarks
12:20 PM: Lunch Service Begins
1:00 PM: Additional Remarks & Fireside Chat
2:00 PM: Event Concludes

Your ticket purchase includes a fresh lunch prepared by the Harmony Event Centre / Courtyard by Marriott Oshawa. 

Lunch Buffet Menu:

Freshly baked bread rolls and whipped butter

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Chef’s seasonally inspired soup

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(Choice of) SALADS

Classic Caesar salad shaved parmesan, herb croutons

Tuscan greens carrots, cucumber, onions, radish, cheese, sprouts chef’s choice of dressings

(Choice of) MAINS

Slow roasted cab beef roulade pickled vegetables, Adammo red wine beef jus

Applewood smoked BBQ chicken south Carolina BBQ sauce

Vegan Bolognaise Pasta

(Choice of) SIDES

Roasted seasonal farmed vegetables

Roasted “Montreal spiced” baby red potatoes

(Choice of) DESSERTS

Freshly sliced seasonal fruits and berries

Assorted dainties and tarts

Assorted freshly baked chef’s choice pies

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Freshly brewed regular & decaf coffee and an assortment of specialty teas