Canada in an Uncertain World: What Japanese Companies Need to Know About Investing in Canada in 2027 (05 Nov 2026)

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Join Fasken for a discussion on the legal, economic, and geopolitical factors shaping investment and business decisions in Canada. Our speakers will explore:

Investment Canada Act (ICA): Is Canada still a safe and predictable destination for foreign investment?
Trade Disruption and Diversification: Is it profitable to do business with and in Canada amid an evolving trade landscape?
Navigating Uncertainty: How can businesses position themselves for a range of economic, regulatory, and market scenarios? An interactive discussion on the risks, opportunities, and strategic considerations shaping investment decisions in Canada.

This session will provide practical insights for Japanese companies assessing opportunities in Canada and navigating an increasingly dynamic global business environment.

Panelists

Moderator: Andrew House, Partner | Co-Leader, National Security and Defence Group
Huy Do, Partner | Co-Leader, Competition Marketing & Foreign Investment | Leader, Southeast Asia Group
Clifford Sosnow, Partner | Chair, International Trade and Investment Group

Agenda

11:30 am - 12:00 pm - Guest Arrival and Lunch
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm – Session
1:00 pm - 1:30 pm – Networking

Register from here: https://mail.fasken.com/s/5456abec544a12886ad2020bf85755af1d6eea03

Hosts

Andrew House
Partner | Co-Leader, National Security and Defence Group
ahouse@fasken.com

Huy Do
Partner | Co-Leader, Competition Marketing & Foreign Investment | Leader, Southeast Asia Group
hdo@fasken.com

Clifford Sosnow
Partner | Chair, International Trade and Investment Group
csosnow@fasken.com

Nicole Park
Partner
npark@fasken.com

Canada’s Economic Resilience in a Shifting Geopolitical Landscape (12 Nov 2026)

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Join us on Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. for an in‑person panel discussion on Canada’s economic resilience and the future of its trade and investment relationships amid a shifting geopolitical landscape.

Venue
Bennett Jones LLP (Canada Boardrooms, 100 King St W, Suite 3400 Toronto, ON M5X 1A4)

All speakers are distinguished members of the Japan Society, bringing deep expertise and cross-border perspectives to the conversation.

Speakers

Nobuhiro (Nobby) Nagano – General Manager, Sumitomo Canada Ltd. Calgary Office
Ian Burney – Senior Advisor, Paradigm Capital; former Ambassador of Canada to Japan
Tim Hollander – President, Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada Inc.

Moderator

George Reid – Partner, Bennett Jones LLP

Our panel will examine how Canada can strengthen its economy and competitiveness in the wake of the U.S. midterms, with a focus on the vital role of partners like Japan:

Discussion Topics:

U.S.-Canada Trade: Tariffs, CUSMA renegotiations, and expectations post-U.S. midterms
Trade Diversification: Canadian initiatives to expand economic activity across key sectors
Foreign Investment: Lessons from recent industrial policies (e.g., EV supply chains)
Business Case Studies: How companies are pivoting amid shifting U.S. market access and where policy support is most effective

Join us at the reception for an opportunity to sample wines from Tawse and Redstone Wineries, a winner of the Canadian Winery of the Year in 2026 from the Niagara region. They are exploring opportunities to expand into the Japanese market, highlighting the potential for further Canada–Japan trade and business connections.

We look forward to sharing a taste of Canadian wine with you!
Official website : https://tawsewinery.ca/

If you have any questions, please contact us.

The Japan Society Canada upcoming events

Canada in an Uncertain World: What Japanese Companies Need to Know About Investing in Canada in 2027 (05 Nov 2026)

Canada’s Economic Resilience in a Shifting Geopolitical Landscape (12 Nov 2026)