Ministerial Meetings
As part of Canada’s G7 Presidency in 2025, the Canadian Chamber of Commerce is proud to host two exclusive B7 side events on the margins of upcoming G7 ministerial meetings.
Each event is by invitation only and will convene senior business leaders, policymakers, and international partners to address shared priorities for economic resilience, innovation, and growth.
B7 Industry, Digital and Technology Ministerial Side Event
Montreal | December 8, 2025
This event will spotlight the technologies and strategies driving growth and competitiveness in the digital economy, with themes including:
- Artificial intelligence for growth
- Quantum technologies
- Supply chain resilience
- Competitive resilience in a digital economy
The afternoon program will feature two panel discussions, followed by a cocktail reception with government officials.
PAST: B7 Energy Ministerial Side Event
Toronto | October 29, 2025
This high-level program will focus on the future of energy security and sustainable growth, with discussions on:
- Critical minerals and resource development
- Artificial intelligence and energy security
- Data and digital infrastructure
- Managing the energy footprint of data centres
- Building trust among regulators and policymakers
The afternoon program will feature two panel discussions, followed by a cocktail reception with government officials.
B7 Summit Programming Information
About the B7 Summit
The Business 7 (B7) is the most significant and recognized of the G7 Engagement Groups, representing the interests of the business community across G7 nations. It plays a critical role in developing actionable policy proposals for G7 leaders, ensuring business perspectives drive economic policymaking.
This year, the Canadian Chamber of Commerce will lead the B7 presidency, aligning with Canada’s G7 presidency, to shape discussions on economic security, resilience and innovation.
Who Attends?
The B7 Summit convenes 600+ senior business leaders, policymakers, government officials and industry experts from G7 nations to discuss global economic challenges and advance policy solutions that drive economic growth and stability.
This is Canada’s moment to lead,” said Candace Laing, President and CEO of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce. “At a time of global uncertainty, from shifting trade policies to sustainability and digital challenges, the B7 Summit provides an opportunity to showcase Canada’s leadership, influence international policies, and empower businesses to navigate the future.
What are the G7 and B7?
The Group of Seven (G7) is an alliance of seven of the world’s leading economies — Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States, plus the European Union — committed to addressing global economic and geopolitical challenges.
The Business 7 (B7) represents the business and industry associations of these nations, advocating for economic policies that foster global stability and growth.
B7 Members:
- 🇪🇺 European Union: BusinessEurope
- 🇨🇦 Canada: Canadian Chamber of Commerce
- 🇫🇷 France: Movement of the Enterprises of France (MEDEF)
- 🇩🇪 Germany: Federation of German Industries (BDI)
- 🇮🇹 Italy: General Confederation of Italian Industry (Confindustria)
- 🇯🇵 Japan: Japan Business Federation (Keidanren)
- 🇬🇧 United Kingdom: Confederation of British Industry
- 🇺🇸 United States: U.S. Chamber of Commerce
B7 Summit Goal
The Summit culminates in the presentation of the B7 Communiqué, a policy document outlining key economic recommendations for G7 leaders. The 2025 communiqué will be delivered to the Government of Canada ahead of the G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta (June 15-17, 2025) to ensure the business community’s voice is heard.
Alignment of G7 Joint Statements with B7 Recommendations
Two major thematic G7 joint statements — the G7 Critical Minerals Action Plan and the G7 Leaders’ statement on AI for Prosperity — demonstrate clear uptake of recommendations outlined in the B7 Communiqué.
For inquiries regarding the B7 Communiqué and related policy products, please contact Gaphel Kongtsa, Director of International Policy, at gkongtsa@chamber.ca.
For general inquiries, please contact Ailin Li at B7support@chamber.ca.
Executive Advisory Committee
The B7 Canada Executive Advisory Group provides strategic guidance and expertise to shape the Canadian Chamber’s B7 initiatives.
Executive Advisory Group Members
Karen Mazurkewich
Vice President of Stakeholder Relations and Communications
Greater Toronto Airports Authorities
Penny Wise
Vice President, Global Public Policy and Communications 3M and Chair, Canadian Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors
Releases and News
For media inquires, please contact:
Shane Mackenzie
Vice President, Media & Stakeholder Communications
613.302.7683 | smackenzie@chamber.ca
Latest Updates:
June 17, 2025 | B7 Communiqué Recommendations at a Glance
A closer look at the key issues and business-driven recommendations outlined in the 2025 B7 Communiqué.
May 15, 2025 | Facing Perpetual Global Economic Uncertainty, Business Leaders Across G7 Urge Collaborative Leadership
The 2025 B7 Communiqué offers a strategic, business-driven blueprint to help the G7 meet this moment.
May 9, 2025 | Amid Global Uncertainty, Global Leaders to Address Business Leadership and Trust at B7 Summit
Panel will explore the role of business in rebuilding trust amid rising public grievance.
May 7, 2025 | Newly Appointed U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra to Address Global Business Leaders at B7 Summit
The Canadian Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra will join a growing number of international speakers and leaders at the upcoming B7 Summit happening in Ottawa, May 14–16, at the National Arts Centre.
April 1, 2025 | B7 Chair’s Statement on Recent Tariffs and Unilateral Trade Actions
As the Chair of the Business 7 (“B7”), the Canadian Chamber of Commerce is deeply concerned by the recent proliferation of tariffs and other unilateral trade actions impacting G7 economies.
February 13, 2025 | Economic Security, Resiliency Named as B7 2025 Theme
Landmark moment for G7 business leaders, hosted by Canadian Chamber.
November 19, 2024 | G7 Business Leaders to Convene in Ottawa This May
Canadian Chamber of Commerce will hold “Business 7” Presidency throughout 2025 to inform G7 Summit recommendations related to business.
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