Surviving the Trade War: A Practical Guide to Tariffs and Business Supports
Surviving the Trade War: A Practical Guide to Tariffs and Business Supports
Virtual Event
Opening Remarks: 8:30 - 8:50 a.m.
Session 1: 8:50 - 9:35 a.m.
Session 2: 9:35 - 10:30 a.m.
The ongoing Canada-U.S. trade dispute continues to create uncertainty for businesses on both sides of the border. New tariffs, counter-tariffs and shifting trade policies are affecting supply chains, pricing, profitability, sourcing decisions and customer relationships.
Join the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade and World Trade Centre Vancouver for this virtual session designed for businesses affected by the latest tariffs.
Who Should Attend?
- Businesses affected by tariffs and U.S. trade uncertainty
- Exporters and importers
- Manufacturers and distributors
- Supply chain and logistics professionals
- Business owners and executives
- Finance and operations leaders
Remarks
Minister of Housing and Infrastructure and Minister responsible for Pacific Economic Development Canada
Government of Canada
MLA, Parliamentary Secretary for Trade
Province of British Columbia
Session 1:
Understanding and Complying with the New Tariff Rules
Hear from customs and trade specialists on what the latest U.S. tariffs and Canadian counter-tariffs mean for your business. Learn how to determine whether your products are affected, understand your compliance obligations, navigate customs requirements, and identify practical steps to reduce risk and avoid costly mistakes.
Daniel Kiselbach
Managing Partner, Miller Thomson LLP
Breanna Leininger
Vice President, US Operations, Pacific Customs Brokers
Moderator
Solomon Wong
President & Chief Executive Officer, InterVISTAS Consulting
Session 2:
Financial Supports Available to B.C. Businesses
Hear directly from BDC, PacifiCan, and the Province of British Columbia on the financing, funding, advisory services, and business support programs available to help companies respond to tariff-related challenges and uncertainty.
David Collier
Director, Export Services, Technology, Trade and Invest BC, Province of British Columbia
Matthew Gillis
Regional Director, Business Strategy Implementation, BDC
Naina Sloan
President, Pacific Economic Development Canada
Moderator
Solomon Wong
President & Chief Executive Officer, InterVISTAS Consulting
In partnership with:
World Trade Centre Vancouver Global Partners:
