June 29, 2023, 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

In-person

Join us for an insightful discussion with India’s High Commissioner to Canada, Sanjay Kumar Verma and a panel of experts on realizing India Canada commercial opportunities.

This event offers a unique opportunity to engage with experts, diplomats, policymakers and businesspeople in the field of international trade. Learn about the current state of India Canada trade, prospects for an Early Progress Trade Agreement ( EPTA) between the two countries and how the private sector can seize the growing trade opportunities at this important moment in the India Canada bilateral relationship.

5:30 PM – 6:15 PM Networking – Drinks and Light refreshments

6:15 PM – 6:20 PM Introduction Marvin Hough, President MIRA and CIC Director

6:20 PM – 6:40 PM Address by High Commissioner Sanjay Kumar Verma

6:40 PM – 7:15 PM Panel Questions and Discussion

7:15 PM – 8:00 PM Networking – Drinks and Light refreshments

Moderator:

Marvin Hough, President MIRA and CIC Director;

Panelists:

Nadir Patel, Senior Strategic Advisor, Norton Rose Fulbright;
Trevor Kennedy, Vice President, Trade and International Policy, Business Council of Canada;
Marie-Louise Hannan, Director General, South Asia, Global Affairs Canada