The Age of Polycrisis: Economics, Climate & Geopolitics in the 21st Century

Simon Fraser University proudly welcomes Professor as the 2026 Munro Lecture visiting speaker.

Tooze, a leading economic historian and public intellectual, has transformed how we understand the global financial system, modern economic history, and the forces shaping international affairs. Drawing on his acclaimed books, Crashed and Shutdown, as well as his widely read newsletter and international commentary, he will examine today’s emerging polycrisis—the convergence of financial instability, intensifying geopolitical competition, and climate pressures—and what it reveals about the evolving global economy and the challenges facing governments, markets, and societies. The lecture will be followed by a moderated discussion and audience Q&A.

As this event is free, and free events routinely have a high number of no-shows, it is our policy to overbook. In case of a full event, registration may not guarantee entry. Seating is limited and will be available to registered attendees on a first-come, first-served basis.

The event will be hosted at the The Djavad Mowafaghian Cinema, 149 W Hastings St., Vancouver.

The building is accessible at street level on Hastings Street or via one of the two ramps on the Cordova Street Courtyard side. One ramp is located near the entrance to the Woodward’s Westbank Atrium, which houses Nesters Market. The other is located beside the Cambie Street alley. Push buttons that open accessible doors are located at both the Hastings and Cordova entrances.

The venue is wheelchair-accessible via ramp from floor level. Public washrooms are available on the B2, 2, 3 and 4 levels of the building. All public washrooms are equipped with wheelchair accessible stalls. Gender Neutral washrooms are available on the 3rd floor and on the B2 level.

If you require ASL intepreters for this event or have any other accessibility needs, please contact us at [email protected] at least two weeks before the event and we will try to accomodate this request.

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• Above all, there will be zero tolerance for those who promote violence or discrimination against others on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious affiliation, age, or disability. Anyone who incites harm towards other participants (whether through chat, video, audio or otherwise) will be removed at the discretion of our technical team and moderator.
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• Take space, make space: share your perspective, and make space for other voices to be heard too. Recognize that we are all here to learn.
• Practice self-care in whatever way you need to. If you need to get up or take a break, please do so.

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