This event will explore the pivotal role of the Canada-EU partnership in ensuring secure, sustainable, and ethical supply chains for critical raw materials. It will highlight Canada’s leadership in mining practices, sustainability, and environmental stewardship, emphasizing how this leadership aligns with EU priorities for clean energy transitions and resilient supply chains in a challenging geopolitical context.

In this first instalment of the new #CETA Series, we examine the performance of labour mobility under CETA – including the recent adoption of the Mutual Recognition Agreement for professional qualifications of architects (MRAA), the first binding mutual recognition agreement for professional services under a Canadian free trade agreement.

We will also assess how CETA can further foster skills mobility in key sectors to power the green and digital transition in Canada and the EU.

On 14 June, CEUTIA, the Business Council of Canada, and ECIPE hosted the inaugural Canada-EU Chief Economist Panel Debate. Economists Jean-Francois Perrault (Scotiabank), Peter Vanden Houte (ING Business Belgium), Robert Asselin (Business Council of Canada), and Erik van der Marel (ECIPE), moderated by Paola Tamma (Financial Times), discussed economic outlooks, trade relations, geopolitical challenges, and upcoming elections. Mark Camilleri, CEUTIA President, delivered the opening and closing remarks. The event highlighted the importance of strengthening the Canada-EU economic relationship.

CEUTIA organized the third installment of the CETA Series for the Canadian Mission to the European Union. The event examined the Canada-EU relationship at a company level, featuring Umicore CEO Mathias Miedreich in conversation with Canadian Ambassador Dr. Ailish Campbell. Discussions included insights into Umicore's EV battery materials plant in Ontario and a panel on the challenges and opportunities faced by businesses, highlighting CETA's role in supporting trans-Atlantic trade beyond tariff reduction.

CEUTIA organized the second installment of the CETA series for the Canadian Mission to the European Union. The hybrid session examined the Canada-EU relationship from an industry perspective, focusing on critical raw materials, EVs and batteries, energy, and the digital economy. The discussion emphasized the aligned interests and strategic partnership between Canada and the EU, highlighting the role of CETA in facilitating economic and trade relations.

This event, featured a discussion with Robert Asselin of the Business Council of Canada and private sector actors. It facilitated an excellent exchange of views on improving the Canada-EU economic and trade relationship. The discussion emphasized the importance of CETA for fostering strong bilateral ties.

CEUTIA organized the first of a three-part CETA event series on behalf of the Canadian Mission to the European Union. The session focused on the Canada-EU geopolitical relationship, discussing cooperation in energy security, economic security, digital regulation, and the green transition. The event highlighted the importance of CETA for enhancing collaboration on these issues.

This event, organized by CanCham BeLux and CEUTIA with the Mission of Canada to the European Union, celebrated dynamic women entrepreneurs like Dr. Ailish Campbell, the Ambassador of Canada to the EU. It fostered community, provided insights, and encouraged women to pursue entrepreneurship by highlighting their achievements and addressing the challenges they face.

CEUTIA and the University of Ottawa's CN-Paul M. Tellier Chair hosted a roundtable on Canada-EU economic relations. Mark Camilleri presented a "Report from Brussels," discussing the impacts of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the US Inflation Reduction Act, and upcoming EU elections. Hosted by Patrick Leblond, the event highlighted the need for cooperation in trade policies and economic strategies, emphasizing the importance of a strong Canada-EU partnership in addressing global challenges and fostering economic growth.

This event, featuring discussions with Canadian and EU ambassadors, focused on CETA's progress and the importance of regulatory cooperation. Speakers highlighted CETA's benefits and the need for full ratification and implementation.

Hosted by CEUTIA and ESF, this webinar marked the third anniversary of CETA. Canadian Minister Mary Ng and others discussed CETA's success and ongoing challenges, emphasizing its role in countering protectionism and supporting SMEs.

This seminar assessed the benefits and challenges of CETA after two years. Keynote speaker Cecilia Malmström, European Commissioner for Trade, and other business leaders evaluated CETA's impact. The event offered a platform for sharing insights and identifying areas for improvement.