The Case for Canada is a one-day conference designed for public officials, economists, and academics seeking to deepen their understanding of Canadian business conditions and Canada-U.S. economic ties. Attendees will gain expert insights on key topics such as cross-border trade, investment, productivity, and economic prosperity. The event also offers opportunities to explore cutting-edge, experimental research and forecasts from the Business Data Lab, the Bank of Canada, and Statistics Canada. Through meaningful discussions and knowledge sharing, the conference seeks to advance data-driven decision-making to shape Canada’s economic future.
Ticket Type Price (pre-taxes and service fees) Reception – Member $39 Reception – Non-member $49 Conference (including Reception) – Member $74 Conference (including Reception) – Non-member $99
Agenda
Date: March 26 & 27, 2025 | Ottawa, ON Time and Location:
March 26 (Reception): 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (TCC Canada, 150 Elgin Street, 8th floor, Ottawa)
March 27 (Conference): 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (Bayview Yards, 7 Bayview Station Road, Ottawa)
All times are in Eastern Time (ET).
Networking Reception
Welcome Remarks by Candace Laing, President & CEO, Canadian Chamber of Commerce
All times are in Eastern Time (ET).
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Registration and Continental Breakfast
9:00 a.m. – 9:15 a.m.
Welcome Remarks
Candace Laing, President & CEO, Canadian Chamber of Commerce TBA, Government of Canada
9:15 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Economic Outlook for Canada
Presentation:
Stephen Tapp, Chief Economist, Canadian Chamber of Commerce
Fireside Chat:
Stephen Tapp and André Loranger, Chief Statistician of Canada, Statistics Canada (TBC)
10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
Canada-U.S. Economic Ties and the Impact of Tariffs
Presentation:
Trevor Tombe, Professor, University of Calgary’s Department of Economics & Director, Fiscal & Economic Policy, The School of Public Policy
Panel:
Moderator: TBA
Panellists:
Trevor Tombe Other panellists TBA
10:45 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Networking Break
Nowcasting/Forecasting Business Conditions
Presentation:
Trevor Tombe, Professor, University of Calgary’s Department of Economics & Director, Fiscal & Economic Policy, The School of Public Policy
Panel:
Moderator: TBA
Panellists: TBA
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Lunch with Keynote Speaker
Round 1: Breakout Sessions / Data Showcase
Streams:
Productivity or Interprovincial Trade (TBD) Trade and Investment Local Business Conditions (StatCan Cluster Mapping & Business Expectations Indices)
Round 2: Breakout Sessions / Data Showcase
Streams:
Productivity or Interprovincial Trade (TBD) Trade and Investment Local Business Conditions (StatCan Cluster Mapping & Business Expectations Indices)
Reports from the Breakout Sessions & Closing Remarks
Stephen Tapp, Chief Economist, Canadian Chamber of Commerce
