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The Canadian Australian Chamber of Commerce hosted a private boardroom briefing at PwC’s Sydney office regarding Canada and Australia’s unique challenges and opportunities in the energy sector. This discussion featured international guest speaker Rick Christiaanse, Chief Executive Officer from the Invest Alberta Corporation. Welcome remarks were presented my Mike McGrath, President of the Canadian Australian Chamber of Commerce and Managing Partner of Global Advisory at PwC. The discussion was moderated by Jon Chadwick, the Global Energy Transition Lead at PwC. Other guests included Jack Cowin, Patron of the CACC and Chairman of Competitive Foods as well as Mark Schaan, Deputy Secretary to the Cabinet, Artificial Intelligence - Privy Council Office.

The Canadian Australian Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a private boardroom briefing at KPMG’s Sydney office, that focused on strengthening economic ties between Canada and Australia and navigating institutional investment opportunities. The event featured Paul Thoppil, Canada’s Indo-Pacific Trade Representative from Global Affairs Canada, as the keynote guest speaker. Welcome remarks were provided by CACC President, Mike McGrath. The discussion was hosted by Minh Dao, Partner and Deputy Lead of KPMG Australia’s National Deals Tax Practice and a member of the KPMG Australia board, while Mike Pyke, Executive Director and Co-Head of Equity Advisory for Australia and New Zealand at JLL, served as the moderator.

In February, over 220 Canadian exporters flew Down Under to take part in the Team Canada Trade Mission. The mission was hosted by the Honourable Mary Ng, the Canadian Minister of International Trade. This unique event took place over several days in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, where over 140 organizations were represented, making this the largest ever trade mission in Australia.

The Canadian-Australian Chamber of Commerce's latest Energy Luncheon held in Perth on the 7th of August brought together industry leaders to discuss critical developments in energy. We discussed the energy transition, the complexities of renewable integration, and the challenges of policy alignment between governments.

The dynamic world of customer experience (CX) is being reshaped by the advancements in artificial intelligence (AI). McKinsey's latest State of AI report reveals that over half of businesses are now dedicating more than 5% of their digital budgets to AI initiatives, with ChatGPT standing out as a notable platform capturing significant market interest.

Vancouver, B.C. – On May 13, 2024, The Canadian Australian Chamber of Commerce (CACC) hosted a networking breakfast to welcome visiting Australian Trade Delegates, attending the Mining Equipment, Technology and Services (METS) Conference in British Columbia.

The Canadian-Australian Chamber of Commerce (CACC) is thrilled to announce the establishment of its new Québec Committee, a landmark initiative aimed at fostering the dynamic relationship between Canada and Australia. As we edge closer to celebrating two decades of bilateral excellence in 2025, the CACC continues to stand as the only trade organisation operating in both nations, with a network of over 30 sponsors, including Air Canada and CDPQ, many of whom are headquartered in the heart of Québec. Our community has flourished to encompass more than 4,200 engaged members and over 70 dedicated volunteers, a testament to the vibrant collaboration that defines our collective journey.

Ahead of International Women’s Day, the Canadian-Australian Chamber of Commerce hosted a breakfast at Minter Ellison’s Melbourne office for a discussion on driving progress on gender equality. Leading the discussion were TransGrid Executive General Manager People, Culture and Safety (Acting) - Stephen McSweeney, Hatch Managing Director Australia and Asia - Jan Kwak, Minter Ellison Senior Associate - Jennifer Bourke and Monash University Research Fellow – Dr. Erik Denison.

The Canadian-Australian Chamber of Commerce hosted a private luncheon at Clayton Utz's Perth Office, with the honored presence of Invest Alberta's CEO Rick Christiaanse and Managing Director for Asia, Adeel Ahmad.

Cracking the Code: Reaching the New Consumer - Insights from the CACC Vancouver Roundtable Discussion, Sponsored by Akcelo