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U.S. – Canada Relations in the 21st Century are undoubtedly one of the most important issues for Niagara.
U.S. Consul General Kevin Johnson to speak in Niagara on Canada-U.S. relations
As part of the Perspectives on Niagara Speakers Series, the St. Catharines – Thorold Chamber of Commerce will be hosting Kevin Johnson, Consul General at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto on Tuesday, November 16.
The event will be held at Ridley College’s Mandeville Theatre in St. Catharines, Ontario and is sponsored by Brock University.
“We are very fortunate to have Mr. Johnson come to Niagara,” explains Walter Sendzik, CEO of the St. Catharines – Thorold Chamber of Commerce. “His extensive experience in international diplomacy, economics, and public policy, combined with his position as the Consul General in Toronto will no doubt be of interest to Niagara’s business community.”
Niagara’s proximity to the United States and its connections to the Greater Toronto Area, position the region as one of the most important areas for North American trade. The current evolution of Niagara’s economy will be closely connected to the developments in the American economy. With more than 90 per cent of Niagara’s export market connected to the United States, it’s important to further understand the relationships between Canada and the U.S. moving forward.
“For Niagara to expand its economy, it will require a robust economy in both Ontario and the United States,” states David DiFelice, Chair of the Board of Directors of the St. Catharines – Thorold Chamber of Commerce. “With both economies showing some early signs of rebound, Mr. Johnson’s address will be both timely and informative regarding the relationship between Canada and the United States.”
Perspectives on Niagara Speakers Series takes place on Tuesday, November 16 featuring Mr. Kevin Johnson, Consul General at the United States Consulate in Toronto, at the Mandeville Theatre, Ridley College. Reception: 6:30 – Speaking Engagement at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $40 for members ($20 students) – and can be purchased by calling the Chamber at 905-684-2361.
With over 1,160 members representing more than 28,000 employees, it is the largest chamber in Niagara, and one of the largest in Southern Ontario.
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