Program and Facilities

6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Book Signing and Meet & Greet with Mr. Jared Diamond,author of Collapse: How Societies Choose to Fail or Succeed and Guns, Germs & Steel

 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Presentation by Dr. Jared Diamond 
This presentation is being offered to Canada Trade Summit delegates in conjunction with the College of Agriculture and Bioresrouces, University of Saskatchewan

8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Canada Trade Summit Opening Reception
Remarks by Mr. Dale Botting, Enterprise Saskatchewan and Mr. Lionel LaBelle, Saskatchewan Trade & Export Partnership

Welcome Breakfast & Remarks
Opening Remarks by The Honourable Lyle Stewart, Minister of Enterprise & Innovation, Government of Saskatchewan and His Worship Donald Atchison, Mayor of Saskatoon

Canada & the World - The View from Inside and Out 
Canada plays an important role in the global economy. Find out how our contribution is perceived in Canada and around the world.

Speaker:
Mr. Michael Byers, Canadian Research Chair in Global Politics & Law, University of British Columbia

Good Neighbours?
Trade and Canada/US Relations
We know the United States is Canada’s largest trading partner, but is the relationship equally beneficial to both nations? Hear from both sides how this trading relationship helps in the growth and sustainability of their economy.

Speaker:
Mr. William Dymond, Centre for Trade Policy and Law, Carleton University
Dean Grant Issac, Hanlon Centre for International Business Studies, Edwards School of Business

Planes, Trains, Boats & Trucks...Canada's Advantages and Challenges in Freight and International Trade
You have the product, you have the buyers, but what is the best way to bring the two together? Learn how you can maximize your freight and transportation dollars.

Speaker:
Mr. Doug Campbell, Campbell Agribusiness
Mr. John Vickerman, Vickerman & Associates

Keynote Speaker Luncheon with Simon Whitfield, Olympic Triathlete
 

Up, Up, and Away - Where is Canadian Currency Going and How Can Canadian Exports Remain Competitive? 
We’ve seen a significant change in the value of Canadian currency recently. What effect has it had and what can Canadian exporters expect to see in the future?

Speaker:
Mr. Mark Frey, Custom House

Beyond the Resource Economy

Speaker: 
Mr. Roger Gibbins, CanadaWest Foundation

Immigration and its Role in International Trade
For many companies, growth is challenged by an ever increasing labour shortage and they are often looking for solutions. This session will explore what needs to be done.

Speaker:
The Honourable Rob Norris, Minister of Advanced Education, Employment and Labour

Trade Show Reception
Join us for an opportunity to network with ehibitors, sponsors and delegates in the trade show area of the conference.

Breakfast and Economic Update
Dr. Jayson Myers of the Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters will present the state of Canada’s economy and what can be expected in the near future. 

Filling the Gaps - Strategies for Overcoming the Labour Shortage
A lack of human capital can be detrimental to your international marketing goals. Attend this session and learn how to ensure you have the resources necessary to succeed globally.

Speakers:
Mr. Art DeFehr, Palliser Furniture
Mr. Eric Johansen, Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program

Canadian and US Government Procurement
US state governments are some of the largest buyers of a variety of products from paper clips to tractors and are known to sign large, long-term contracts. Find out how to take advantage of this opportunity.

Speakers:
Ms. Judy Bradt, Summit Insight
Mr. Jerry Haley, Public Works and Government Services Canada (PWGSC)

Trade Facilitation - Opening Up International Markets

Many opportunities exist for Canadian firms as markets aroung the world enhance their trade rules and regulations.  Find out what opportunities exist for Canadian firms. 

Speakers:
Mr. Brian Staples, Trade Faciliation Services

Investment Attraction - The How-To of Growing Your Company through Outside Investment

What your company needs to do and how it can position itself for outside investment. An investor will be on hand to talk about how they identify and analyze companies they may invest in.

Speakers:
Ms. Susan Gorges, Springboard West Innovations
Mr. Ben Voss, MLTC Resources Developments Ltd.

Pounds? Euros? Greenbacks? Strategies for Managing Currency

To gain a competitive edge in the world market, you must effectively manage currency fluctuations. This session will provide excellent information and insightful analysis for managing currency.

Speakers:
Mr. Mark Frey, Custom House

Innovative Municipal Infratructure Solutions - A Multi-Billion Dollar Opportunity

This session will explore how innovative infrastructure solutions present a multibillion dollar market opportunity as well as how private sector companies, researchers and municipalities can work together towards long term solutions.

Speakers:
Mr. John Lee, Communities of Tomorrow
Dr. Troy Vassos, NovaTec Consultants Inc. 
Mr. Curtis Berthelot, President PSI Technologies
Mrs. Linda Allen-Hardisty, Manager of quality and Innovation City of Regina

 Luncheon with Presentation on Global Supply Chains and Canadian Competitiveness by Mr. Peter Hall, Export Development Canada

Legal Considerations in Contract Development
What does your company need to know when negotiating contracts both in Canada and Internationally? Do you know what the terms of your agreement ? What are your product liability risks? Find out more in this session. 

 

Speakers: 
Mr. Dan Anderson,  MacPherson, Leslie & Tyerman LLP

Mr. John Dipple, MacPherson, Leslie & Tyerman LLP

Commodities

Speculation, Prices - Where is it all going? This session will discuss the commodities markets.

Speakers:
Mr. Larry Weber, Weber Commodities
Mr. Regan Espeseth, RBC Dominion Securities
Mr. Derrick Ng, RBC Dominion Securities

Sourcing Inputs from Offshore Countries:  What First Time Importers Should Know
Finding imputs can be a challenge.  You want the right quality for the right price, with reliability in supply.  Get the answers here.

Speakers: 
Mr. Kevin Smith, Smartrend Supply Ltd.
Mr. Dwayne Hounsell, Eagelye Technologies Ltd.

The Asia Pacific Market - Beyond China
We know that China is a growing market with immense export potential, but what other opportunities exist in the Asia-Pacific market

Speakers:
Mr. Ted Lipman, Ambassador, The Embassy of Canada to the Republic of Korea
Mr. Mark Scullion, Consul and Senior Trade Commissioner, The Embassy of Canada to Japan
Mr. Chad Fleck, Deputy Director, North Asia Commercial Relations 
 

Networking Breakfast

Supplier Opportunities in Canada's Resource Heartland

This session will feature the Manager's of Procurement and Supply Chain Management from two companies. Presenters will overview vendor policy and offer practical insight on not only how to achieve vendor status but how to maintain a healthy, prosperous relationship.

Speakers:
Mr. Ralph Sanders, Potash Corp
Mr. Grant Gardiner, AREVA Resources Canada Inc.

What's Next?

With the current domestic economic boom, you may not be thinking about maintaining and diversifying your export sales, but what happens if the trend turns downward? We will examine why now is the right time to explore new markets .

Speakers:
Ms. Justine Hendricks, Export Development Canada
Mr. Scott Ferris, Forum for International Trade Training

WTO - Its not over... yet?
WTO and its implications for the agriculture sector.  Panelists will discuss what the future holds.

Speakers:
Mr. Mike Gifford, Member, International Food & Agricultural Trade Policy Council
Mr. Nithi Govindasamy, Assistant Deputy Minister, Policy & Programs, Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture

Closing Luncheon