Shaping Tomorrow鈥檚 Canada

Securing the Future of Advanced Manufacturing

April 30, 2024 | Ottawa, ON | Fairmont Ch芒teau Laurier, Laurier Room

Manufacturing stands as the cornerstone of Canada鈥檚 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. 鈥� 1:05 p.m.	Welcome Remarks , Senior Director, Manufacturing and Value Chains, 兔子先生
1:05 p.m. 鈥� 2:00 p.m.	Keynote Address and Fireside Chat Keynote Speaker: , Vice-Chair, Global Investment Banking, CIBC Capital Markets Moderator: , President and CEO, 兔子先生
2:00 p.m. 鈥� 2:15 p.m.	Health Break
2:15 p.m. 鈥� 3:15 p.m.	Panel Discussion Navigating Disruptions 鈥� 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: , President & CEO, Wellmaster Pipe & Supply Inc. , Vice-President, Cement Manufacturing and Supply Chain, LaFarge , Plant Director of the London, Ontario Manufacturing Plant and Country Manufacturing and Supply Chain Leader, 3M Canada , Senior Director, Corporate Affairs & Sustainability, Keurig Dr. Pepper Moderator: , SVP, Policy and Government Relations, 兔子先生
3:15 p.m. 鈥� 3:30 p.m.	Trade Commissioner Remarks Speaker: , Chief Trade Commissioner and Assistant Deputy Minister, Global Affairs Canada
3:30 p.m. 鈥� 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: , Director of Strategy, Corporate Affairs, & Sustainability, Algoma Steel , General Manager, Lexus RX, and Chief Production Manager, New Model Execution, Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada Inc. (TMMC) , Supply Chain Automation Cost Leader, GE Aerospace , Executive Vice President & Chief Development Officer, Bruce Power Moderator: , Senior Director, Manufacturing and Value Chains, 兔子先生
4:25 p.m. 鈥� 5:00 p.m.	Closing Keynote Fireside Chat Keynote Speaker: , Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development Moderator: , SVP, Policy and Government Relations, 兔子先生
5:00 p.m. 鈥� 5:05 p.m.	Closing Remarks , Senior Director, Manufacturing and Value Chains, 兔子先生

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