On October 5, 2026, the Empire Club of Canada, in partnership with the American Chamber of Commerce in Canada (AmCham Canada), convened a conversation on the future of trade among Canada, the United States, and Mexico—and on the practical paths toward restoring stability and predictability for businesses on both sides of the border. Bringing together experts from all three countries, this discussion examined the way forward, the implications of the current dispute, and how Canadian businesses could prepare.
The event kicked-off with a brief presentation from Dr. David Colleto, Founder Chair, and CEO Abacus Data, on the views of American and Canadians regarding the U.S. — Canada relationship, and contextual remarks from Christopher Sands, Director of the Center for U.S.-Canada Studies at Johns Hopkins University’s School of Advanced International Studies.
A panel discussion followed, featuring David MacNaughton, Canadian Ambassador to the United States (2016-2019), Chairman of Therme Ventures and Strategic Advisor in CIBC’s Office of the CEO; Sergio Gómez Lora, Mexico’s Business Coordinating Council (CCE), U.S. Representative Office; and Dan Ujczo, Associate General Counsel, Cenovus Energy, and AMCHAM Board Member.
The panel was moderated by Hannah Thibedeau, Executive Communications Officer, Global Public Affairs, and award-winning veteran journalist.