Canada-ASEAN Business Council Executive Reception on the Margins of Canada's Investment Summit

Featuring a keynote address by the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Canada’s Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions.

Date: Monday, September 14, 2026

Time: 3:00-5:00 p.m.

Location: Toronto, Ontario

Venue: Proof Bar & Patio, Yorkville Royal Sonesta Hotel, 220 Bloor Street West, Toronto, Ontario M5S 3B7 Canada’s economic relationship with Southeast Asia is entering a pivotal new phase. As global supply chains evolve and trade partnerships diversify, ASEAN—with more than 700 million people and projected to become the world’s fourth-largest economy by 2030—presents significant opportunities for Canadian businesses and investors.

At the same time, Canada’s Investment Summit reflects the Government of Canada’s commitment to attracting high-quality investment that drives long-term growth, innovation, and resilient supply chains. The Summit also provides an important opportunity to deepen Canada’s engagement with ASEAN, one of the world’s fastest-growing regions and an increasingly important source of investment, commercial opportunity, and strategic partnerships.

Against this backdrop, this reception will bring together senior business leaders, investors, government officials, and diplomatic representatives from Canada and ASEAN. The event will provide participants in the Investment Summit and the broader Canada–ASEAN business community with an opportunity to build relationships, exchange perspectives, and advance discussions around investment and commercial opportunities between Canada and Southeast Asia.