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Global Ambassador 
Forum Series

Trade diversification at the forefront

Diplomatic perspectives on the markets, forces, and partnerships shaping international business

In a period of increasing economic uncertainty, geopolitical change, and trade diversification, Canadian businesses are looking beyond traditional markets to identify new pathways for growth, investment, and partnership.

Against this backdrop, Gowling WLG’s Global Ambassador Forum brings together senior diplomatic leaders from some of Canada's most strategically important international partners for one-on-one conversations to discuss the opportunities, challenges, and trends shaping today's global economy—with topics ranging from artificial intelligence and energy security to supply chain resilience and international collaboration.

Hosted by Steve McKersie, CEO of Gowling WLG (Canada LLP), and Todd Burke, Member of Gowling WLG’s International Board, these discussions draw on the strength our firm’s global platform and cross-border experience to help you stay informed, connected, and strategically positioned.

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Conversations with Global Ambassadors to Canada

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Canada–Spain relations enter a new chapter

Learn how Canada and Spain are strengthening ties in infrastructure, technology, critical minerals, defence and international investment.

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Canada and Italy chart a course for shared growth

Discover opportunities emerging through Canada and Italy's growing collaboration in hydrogen, clean technology, advanced manufacturing and defence.

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Cross-border solutions for a changing world 

With more than 20 offices across Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and North America, our firm offers the reach, relationships, and market knowledge to help clients identify and act on opportunities worldwide. Combining deep local insight with sophisticated cross-border experience, our international teams are ready to support businesses as they navigate new markets, manage global risk, and pursue growth beyond their home jurisdictions. 

 

Connect with a member of our team to begin the conversation:

Stephen McKersie

Steve McKersie

Chief Executive Officer

Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP

Toronto
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Todd Burke

Todd J. Burke

Partner

Member, International Board
Co-Leader, International Arbitration

Ottawa
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Explore timely insights on doing business in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.

Global Ambassador Forum - Go Further Hover Card - Asset 4Take you business further: Explore our global platform
Take you business further: Explore our global platform
Find the right legal support wherever business takes you.
Global Ambassador Forum - Go Further Hover Card - Asset 2Anything but oil: Is Canada ready for a reimagined Middle East?
Anything but oil: Is Canada ready for a reimagined Middle East?
See why the MENA region deserves a fresh look from Canadian businesses.
Global Ambassador Forum - Go Further Hover Card - Asset 3Asia awaits: How Canadian businesses can plan for lasting success
Asia awaits: How Canadian businesses can plan for lasting success
Build a stronger Asia strategy with insight, patience and the right local relationships.
Global Ambassador Forum - Go Further Hover Card - Asset 1 copyThe “new” old world: How Canadian companies can unlock opportunity in the EU’s modern market
The “new” old world: How Canadian companies can unlock opportunity in the EU’s modern market
Explore how Canadian businesses can turn European expansion into opportunity.
Global Ambassador Forum - Go Further Hover Card - Asset 4Take you business further: Explore our global platform
Take you business further: Explore our global platform
Find the right legal support wherever business takes you.
Global Ambassador Forum - Go Further Hover Card - Asset 2Anything but oil: Is Canada ready for a reimagined Middle East?
Anything but oil: Is Canada ready for a reimagined Middle East?
See why the MENA region deserves a fresh look from Canadian businesses.
Global Ambassador Forum - Go Further Hover Card - Asset 3Asia awaits: How Canadian businesses can plan for lasting success
Asia awaits: How Canadian businesses can plan for lasting success
Build a stronger Asia strategy with insight, patience and the right local relationships.
Global Ambassador Forum - Go Further Hover Card - Asset 1 copyThe “new” old world: How Canadian companies can unlock opportunity in the EU’s modern market
The “new” old world: How Canadian companies can unlock opportunity in the EU’s modern market
Explore how Canadian businesses can turn European expansion into opportunity.
Global Ambassador Forum - Go Further Hover Card - Asset 4Take you business further: Explore our global platform
Take you business further: Explore our global platform
Find the right legal support wherever business takes you.
Global Ambassador Forum - Go Further Hover Card - Asset 2Anything but oil: Is Canada ready for a reimagined Middle East?
Anything but oil: Is Canada ready for a reimagined Middle East?
See why the MENA region deserves a fresh look from Canadian businesses.
Global Ambassador Forum - Go Further Hover Card - Asset 3Asia awaits: How Canadian businesses can plan for lasting success
Asia awaits: How Canadian businesses can plan for lasting success
Build a stronger Asia strategy with insight, patience and the right local relationships.
Global Ambassador Forum - Go Further Hover Card - Asset 1 copyThe “new” old world: How Canadian companies can unlock opportunity in the EU’s modern market
The “new” old world: How Canadian companies can unlock opportunity in the EU’s modern market
Explore how Canadian businesses can turn European expansion into opportunity.
Global Ambassador Forum - Go Further Hover Card - Asset 4Take you business further: Explore our global platform
Take you business further: Explore our global platform
Find the right legal support wherever business takes you.

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