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A remarkable memoir by the man at the apex of Canadian power for over fifty years Private Power Public Purpose is the ultimate insiders history in the worlds of politics business and philanthropy

Private Power Public Purpose is an ambitious and sweeping firsthand account of the past 50 years of Canadian economic history told from the front lines A highly rewarding read
Stephen Poloz former Governor of the Bank of Canada and author of The Next Age of Uncertainty

In this monumental memoir Thomas dAquino offers personal insights on four decades of bold leadership at the apex of power A transforming force in redefining the role of business and the shaping of responsible capitalism Canadas private sector leader in advancing the free trade agreement with the United States valiant defender of national unity and passionate environmentalist he has been at the centre of every major policy debate that has influenced contemporary Canada

Referred to by his peers as Canadas leading business ambassador Private Power Public Purpose chronicles exploits on five continents and describes how he has championed Canadas place as an economic player on the world stage His insights on leadership are timeless honed from relationships with six Canadian prime ministers over 1000 chief executives and dozens of global leaders Beyond business and public policy Thomas dAquinos fascinating adventures in the world of voluntarism the arts and philanthropy reveal a great deal about the soul of this remarkable Canadian