Fasken invites you to an exclusive seminar, "The Impact on Canada of the Upcoming US Elections: Change is in the Air". Join us for an insightful discussion on how the outcome of the upcoming US elections could affect trade, regulation, and other critical areas impacting Canada-US relations. Our speakers have extensive experience working in and with the US in both senior government roles and in assisting clients to navigate cross-border issues.
Moderated by our Ontario Managing Partner, Karen Sargeant, join our esteemed panel:
- With unique insights into Canada-US relations, former Canadian Ambassador to the US, Raymond Chrétien
- With deep expertise in the workings of the US electoral process, former Consul General to Los Angeles, James Villeneuve
- Internationally recognized trade, investment and anti-bribery law advisor and partner at Fasken, Clifford Sosnow
- Calgary-based Sarah Gingrich, Partner and co-Leader of Fasken’s Capital Markets and Mergers & Acquisitions group, working closely with clients in the energy, oil and gas and mining sectors
- Special Guest, Dr. Laura Dawson, Executive Director, Future Borders Coalition
They will discuss key issues impacting Canada including:
- Trade and tariffs: Understand the likely course of the 2026 Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) review depending on the outcome of the upcoming 2024 US elections
- Regulatory landscape: Explore deregulation trends, potential tax reforms including digital tax
- Core issues: Appreciate the election outcome impacts on energy, the border and defence spending
We look forward to an engaging seminar and the opportunity to provide you with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the complexities and implications of the US elections.
Join us in-person for an exclusive opportunity to network with our speakers during lunch.
Speakers
- Raymond Chrétien, C.C., Partner and Strategic Advisor, Fasken. Raymond served as the Canadian Ambassador to the United States from 1994 to 2000 and remains an advisor to the Québec Government on trade policy issues between Canada and the US. He is a member of the Canadian American Business Council and the Advisory Board of the Canada Institute of the Wilson Center.
- James Villeneuve, Senior Business Advisor, Fasken and former Consul General to Los Angeles from 2014-2018. James was actively involved in trade relations during the Trump administration. James has served on many boards during his career, including the Toronto Economic Development Corporation, the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, the 2008 Toronto Olympic Bid, the Granville Island Trust, the Association of Canadian Advertisers, Carleton University, the Canadian Club, Teach for America, the United Way and the Regional Chamber and Growth Association in St. Louis.
- Clifford Sosnow, Partner, Fasken and internationally recognized trade, investment and anti-bribery law advisor. He is chair-elect to the American Bar Association's International Law Section and vice chair of the Responsible Business Conduct Committee of the BIAC. BIAC (Business at OECD) is a Paris-based global network that advocates on behalf of businesses to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).
- Sarah Gingrich, Calgary-based Partner and co-Leader of Fasken’s Capital Markets and Mergers & Acquisitions group, works closely with clients in the energy, oil and gas, and mining sectors. Sarah’s practice areas form an essential component of our trading relationship with the United States. Sarah is recognized by Chambers and Partners, Best Lawyers, the IFLR1000, and Legal 500 Canada.
- Dr. Laura Dawson (Guest Speaker), Executive Director, Future Borders Coalition. Prior to her appointment to the Future Borders Coalition, Dr. Dawson was the Director of the Canada Institute at the Wilson Center in Washington, D.C., Founder of Dawson Strategic, and Senior Economic Advisor at the U.S. Embassy in Canada. In addition, Dr. Dawson co-chaired the selection committee for the Government of Canada’s 2021 New Frontiers in Research Fund and was named 2020 Person of Distinction by the Public Affairs Association of Canada. Dr. Dawson holds a PhD in Political Science from Carleton University.
Agenda
- 11:30 am ET Registration and lunch for in-person attendees
- 11:50 am ET Webinar registration opens
- 8:50 am PT
- 9:50 am MT
- 12:00 - 1:30 pm ET Panel presentation and Q&A
- 9:00 - 10:30 am PT
- 10:00 - 11:30 am MT
Cost
This event is complimentary
Type
Join us in-person for an exclusive opportunity to network with our speakers during lunch in our Toronto office, or you can attend via webinar
1.5Hours
Available Via Webinar
This program is eligible for up to 1.5 Substantive Hours with the Law Society of Ontario.
This program contains 1.5 hours of accredited content for the purposes of the Law Society of British Columbia’s annual Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements. The session has been loaded with the LSBC and is titled “The Impact on Canada of the Upcoming US Elections: Change is in the Air - September 2024”. It is available for claiming through your LSBC Member Portal.
A confirmation of participation will be sent to you for your continuing education hours with the Barreau du Québec.
For CPD/CLE in other jurisdictions, please contact your local Law Society.
This program contains 1.5 hours of accredited content for the purposes of the Law Society of British Columbia’s annual Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements. The session has been loaded with the LSBC and is titled “The Impact on Canada of the Upcoming US Elections: Change is in the Air - September 2024”. It is available for claiming through your LSBC Member Portal.
A confirmation of participation will be sent to you for your continuing education hours with the Barreau du Québec.
For CPD/CLE in other jurisdictions, please contact your local Law Society.
Event contact
Andrea Tulloch Marketing Events Manager +1 416 868 3329atulloch@fasken.com
