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Shaping Tomorrow’s Canada
Shaping Tomorrow’s Canada
April 30, 2024 | This free event will deepen your understanding of the latest trends, issues and opportunities within advanced manufacturing and will foster policy conversation on the government's strategic direction in this sector.
Securing the Future of Advanced Manufacturing
April 30, 2024 | Ottawa, ON | Fairmont Château Laurier, Laurier Room
Manufacturing stands as the cornerstone of Canada’s economic landscape, driving the production of goods that underpin various industries. Value chains intricately connect suppliers, producers and distributors and serve as a vital thread that weaves together innovation, economic resilience and global competitiveness.
This free event will provide a platform for key government and corporate players to share cutting-edge insights and initiatives aimed at supporting this sector of our economy. Attendees will deepen their understanding of the latest trends, issues and opportunities within advanced manufacturing and will foster relevant policy conversation on the government’s strategic direction in this sector.
Agenda
*Times are ET and are subject to change.
| 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Arrival and Networking Lunch |
| 1:00 p.m. – 1:05 p.m. | Welcome Remarks Alex Greco, Senior Director, Manufacturing and Value Chains, Canadian Chamber of Commerce |
| 1:05 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. | Keynote Address and Fireside Chat Keynote Speaker: Honourable Lisa Raitt, Vice-Chair, Global Investment Banking, CIBC Capital Markets Moderator: Honourable Perrin Beatty, President and CEO, Canadian Chamber of Commerce |
| 2:00 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. | Health Break |
| 2:15 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. | Panel Discussion Navigating Disruptions – Building Manufacturing and Value Chains Resilience Strategies for the Future In today’s rapidly changing global landscape, minimizing disruptions to our supply chains and enhancing their resilience is paramount. This panel will convene industry leaders and experts to discuss strategies and solutions for shaping resilient manufacturing ecosystems and supply chains amidst unprecedented global challenges such as pandemics, geopolitical shifts and climate-related events. Key topics will include regulatory reform, technology adoption, strategic partnerships, and diversification to build robust and agile manufacturing processes. Featured Panellists: James White, President & CEO, Wellmaster Pipe & Supply Inc. Andrew Stewart, Vice-President, Cement Manufacturing and Supply Chain, LaFarge Terry Bowman, Plant Director of the London, Ontario Manufacturing Plant and Country Manufacturing and Supply Chain Leader, 3M Canada Cynthia Shanks, Senior Director, Corporate Affairs & Sustainability, Keurig Dr. Pepper Moderator: Matthew Holmes, SVP, Policy and Government Relations, Canadian Chamber of Commerce |
| 3:15 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. | Trade Commissioner Remarks Speaker: Sara Wilshaw, Chief Trade Commissioner and Assistant Deputy Minister |
| 3:30 p.m. – 4:25 p.m. | Panel Discussion Achieving Global Competitiveness for advanced manufacturing through innovation and international cooperation. Canada’s global competitiveness hinges on its ability to innovate and collaborate in advanced manufacturing. This panel will explore how targeted investments can position Canada as a hub for cutting-edge technologies and innovation in manufacturing. Key topics will include public-private collaborations, regulatory frameworks and educational initiatives to create an innovation-friendly ecosystem. The discussion will also address challenges with Canada’s innovation funding programs, and industrial policy. It will also explore new collaboration approaches among government, industry, and academia to foster innovation and commercialization in Canadian manufacturing. Featured Panellists: Laura Devoni, Director of Strategy, Corporate Affairs, & Sustainability, Algoma Steel Jeff Small, General Manager, Lexus RX, and Chief Production Manager, New Model Execution, Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada Inc. (TMMC) Marie-Christine Caron, Supply Chain Automation Cost Leader, GE Aerospace James Scongack, Executive Vice President & Chief Development Officer, Bruce Power Moderator: Alex Greco, Senior Director, Manufacturing and Value Chains, Canadian Chamber of Commerce |
| 4:25 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Closing Keynote Fireside Chat Keynote Speaker: Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development Moderator: Matthew Holmes, SVP, Policy and Government Relations, Canadian Chamber of Commerce |
| 5:00 p.m. – 5:05 p.m. | Closing Remarks Alex Greco, Senior Director, Manufacturing and Value Chains, Canadian Chamber of Commerce |
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