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Featuring 5 expert-led sessions, 1 peer-to-peer roundtable, 3+ hours of in-person networking!

  • 9:00 – Breakfast
  • 9:30 – Welcome 
  • 9:45 – 3 sessions (with a break)
  • 12:20 – Lunch
  • 1:45 – 3 sessions (with a break)
  • 5:00 – Closing Reception

Here's the program so far. Keep checking back - we'll be adding more information as we confirm it!

Balancing Ethical Obligations with Professional Responsibilities during Uncertain Times

Sponsored by Henein Hutchison Robitaille LLP

The role of GC in cross-border corporate environments is increasingly complex as the world reacts and responds to a new political reality in the United States. Commentators have noted the Trump administration’s impact on the erosion of the rule of law, independence of the judiciary and other legal norms domestically. Lawyers, unlike some other corporate actors, owe ethical duties that transcend immediate business goals and exigencies.

In light of recent instances where private corporations, such as Elon Musk's Tesla and SpaceX, have interfered in government affairs, creating potential conflicts of interest, and the Trump administration’s pause on Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) enforcement, it is not difficult to imagine the kinds of ethical quandaries Canadian GC might find themselves in the coming years. How can they reconcile their professional ethical obligations in an environment of de-regulation, corporate opportunism and attacks on the administration of justice?

Join this panel discussion as we review case studies, recent case law and stories to help you navigate these treacherous waters.

Speakers:

How Can Canadian Organizations Keep DEI Mandates a Priority?

Sponsored by LexisNexis Canada

The landscape for DEI initiatives has been rapidly shifting, both in the US and Canada, and this is affecting the legal community. In-house lawyers working for American-listed companies, public and private Canadian companies, and non-profits are finding that their organizations’ mandates, policies, and programs are under more scrutiny than ever.  

This discussion will look at how in-house counsel can provide strategic leadership and advice on DEI-related matters. Our conversation will also canvass various measures that organizations are implementing in these challenging times.

Speakers:

  • Julie Chapman, VP & Head of Legal, North America, LexisNexis Canada
  • TBD

The New Economic Security Imperative: The Impact of Trade and Investment Measures as Economic Weapons 

Sponsored by McCarthy Tetrault LLP

In today's globalized economy, the intersection of trade, investment, and national security has never been more pronounced. As geopolitical tensions rise and nations increasingly wield economic tools as extensions of their strategic interests, Canadian businesses find themselves at the crossroads of these decisions. Join us for insights into the evolving challenges and opportunities in current economy. Topics for discussion include:

  • How businesses have been impacted by the recasting of protectionist economic measures as national security measures, including the impact of economic warfare through tariffs, economic sanctions, anti-terrorism measures, foreign investment review, and more.
  • Relevant Canadian actions within last year, such as Chinese electric vehicles, Chinese steel and aluminum products, and the new Sensitive Technology List.
  • The Trump administration's use of tariffs as sanctions in cases of so-called national emergencies.
  • How to deal with escalating tariff measures and both tariff and non-tariff retaliation.
  • Whether international trade and investment agreements matter anymore for the business community.

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Peer-to-Peer Roundtables

A perennial favorite at the Retreat, these dynamic roundtable discussions offer in-house counsel a unique space for candid, engaging conversations on the issues that matter most. This is your opportunity to ask pressing questions and gain real-world insights, share your experiences and discover fresh perspectives, and connect with peers who understand your challenges.

Each discussion is tailored to participants, ensuring meaningful and relevant conversations. We’ll be gathering your input closer to the event. Stay tuned!

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