ABOUT US
NO HOLDS BARRED CONVERSATION
Respecting Chatham House Rule, Salon Camden encourages an open and uncensored dialogue on issues of our time. Speakers and Participants are respected for their views - difference of opinion is welcomed.
INTIMATE SOCIAL INTERACTION
The nature of venues ensures that events are mostly limited to ~40 participants, offering a cozy environment for exchange of ideas and social networking.
A DINNER TO REMEMBER
Salon Camden events are known for fabulous dinners in beautiful settings adding an additional layer to a memorable outing
Salon Camden promotes urban discourse via intimate gatherings and other expressive platforms on subjects spanning art, culture, socio-economic issues, geopolitics and philosophy.
Salon Camden was founded by Azmi Haq, Kevin Stolarik, Mahreen Haq and James Meers as an interactive modern day forum evoking the Parisian Salons of the 18th Century. In 2018, Noor Haq took over as Director of programming. Salon Camden is recognized as the Premier Canadian Salon inspiring a salon fervor in Toronto that has extended to TEDx Toronto, Brama & Bluma Appel Salon, the Martin Prosperity Institute, Toronto Literary Salon, 1837, Salon Voltaire and beyond. Since its inception, Salon Camden has held over 80 Salon dinners involving thousands of participants in interactive conversations covering the major issues of our time. In 2010, Salon Camden International was launched with events held in Bangalore, St. Petersburg, Montreal, Dubai, Tokyo and Abu Dhabi. From summer of 2018, we have commenced Salon Camden in collaboration with X2 in Lahore, Pakistan.
PAST EVENTS
Ontario under the Conservatives – The Economy & the Environment
Justice – Expeditious with Due Process
VOLUNTEERS
alex Meers
In true fashion of the 17th and 18th century French Salons,our gatherings bring together like-minded individuals from all walks of life in our city to exchange ideas make new friends,and enjoy delicious cuisine!
Andrei Sedoff
Simply put,my experience at Salon is about celebrating life,laughter,and learning. More than just being a powerful intellectual hub,Salon Camden is a meeting place for friends new and old
Chris Sinclair
Salon Camden is a place where people with different views from different backgrounds whether it be culturally or industry can come together as one and share an idea a laught and a good glass of wine
daryn Caister