Media advisory - Minister Champagne to discuss Canada-U.S. relationship during panel in Montreal
MONTRÉAL, Feb. 24, 2025 /CNW/ - The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, will participate in a chat organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal. The Minister will discuss Canada-U.S. relations, tariff threats, and how Canada can adapt and innovate to address these challenges.
The Minister will participate in a media availability following the discussion.
Date: Tuesday, February 25, 2025
Time: 11:00 am (ET)
Location: Montréal, Quebec
Members of the media are asked to contact ISED Media Relations at media@ised-isde.gc.ca to receive event location details and confirm their attendance.
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