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Tariff Wars - Fact or Fiction
President Elect, Donald Trump, has levelled his most severe threat against Canada in years, warning that on his first day in office he might impose punishing economic tariffs across North America.
The looming threat of new U.S. tariffs has become a significant concern for Canadian businesses, policymakers, and workers.
Join us for an insightful event that will explore the potential ramifications of these proposed tariffs from an economic, political, and business perspective.
MEET YOUR SPEAKERS
Robert HuishAssociate Professor, International Development Studies, Dalhousie University
Robert Huish is an Associate Professor in International Development Studies at Dalhousie. His expertise includes work on understanding the efficacy and impact of sanctions. He has published widely on international topics that relate to health and security matters in Cuba, North Korea, China, Russia, and the Pacific. Bob has offered strategic consulting services to NATO, the European Union, and the Japanese government on sanctions design and security strategies. He teaches courses in Social Science and was awarded the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences Teaching Award in 2023. He is a renowned learning experience designer, having worked with academic and private sector partners globally on building innovative online curricula. Bob is also the host of the Global Development Primer Podcast, which is available wherever you enjoy your podcasts.
Jean-Paul DeveauPresident and CEO, Acadian Seaplants Limited
Jean-Paul Deveau (JP) is the President and CEO of Acadian Seaplants Limited, a biotech company and the largest independent manufacturer of marine plant products of its type in the world. It is engaged primarily in the sustainable harvesting of wild seaweeds and in the cultivation of unique marine plants for the development of products for people, animals, and plants. Acadian Seaplants exports to over 80 countries, operates six processing facilities in Atlantic Canada, Ireland, and Scotland, employs over 500 people in 19 countries, including 48 scientists – 17 with PhDs.
Acadian Seaplants has received significant government and industry recognition for its innovation, accomplishments in science and technology, management, environmental stewardship, business ethics, safety, export excellence, and community service. His company has been one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for over 22 consecutive years.
Josh Creighton, Corporate partnership Specialist
(902) 481-1229 josh@halifaxchamber.com
Date and Time
Thursday Jan 30, 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM AST
Agenda
10:00 AM - Registration
10:30 AM – Welcome Words
10:45 PM – Presentations
11:15 PM – Discussion
11:45 PM – Closing Remarks
12:00 PM - Event Ends
Fees/Admission
Members Only Event
Member Ticket $59 / Member Table of 10 $590
Note: Payment is due upon purchase. 25% discount for Not-for-profit & student. All prices subject to HST
**Please note: your registration gives the Halifax Chamber of Commerce permission to use the photographs taken during the event for any legal use.
Contact Information
Ashley Groves, Event Specialist (902) 481-1226
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