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SUMMARY:Canada–China Agri-Food Update 2026: Market Access\, Trade Outlook & the Evolving Supply Chain
DESCRIPTION:Canada–China agri-food trade continues to evolve as market access conditions shift and supply chains adapt to new regulatory and transparency requirements. For Canadian exporters\, understanding what is happening on the ground in China has become essential for navigating the next phase of trade with one of Canada’s most important agri-food markets. \nJoin the Canada China Business Council (CCBC) for a timely briefing on the current state of Canada–China agri-food trade\, including market access developments\, on-the-ground perspectives from Canadian exporters\, and the near-term outlook for the sector. \nIn addition to product trade\, the session will examine how the Canada–China agri-food supply chain is evolving. Services such as logistics\, financing\, compliance\, and traceability are playing a growing role as China strengthens oversight of food supply chains and increases expectations for transparency and regulatory compliance. \nParticipants will gain practical insights into current market realities in China and how businesses can prepare for the next phase of Canada–China agri-food trade. \nDiscussion topics will include: \n\nCurrent market access conditions for Canadian agri-food exports to China\nWhat Canadian exporters are seeing on the ground in China\nThe near-term outlook for Canada–China agri-food trade\nHow companies can prepare for evolving regulatory and supply chain expectations\nThe growing role of logistics\, financing\, compliance\, and traceability in agri-food trade\n\nThis session will be particularly valuable for agri-food producers\, exporters\, processors\, service providers\, and companies seeking to better understand the evolving Canada–China agri-food landscape. \nDate: April 16\, 2026 \nTime: 8:00 – 9:00 AM PDT (British Columbia) / 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM EDT (Ontario) \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Tickets: \nComplimentary \n			\n				Register Now\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Thank you to our sponsors:\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Speakers:\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Chris DavisonPresident & Chief Executive OfficerCanola Council of Canada \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Biography\n				Chris is the President & Chief Executive Officer of the Canola Council of Canada. He is responsible for leading the efforts of the Council’s professional staff and reports to the Council’s Board of Directors. \nChris joined the Council in August 2021 as Vice President\, Stakeholder and Industry Relations. Prior to joining the Council\, Chris spent nearly 10 years with a global life sciences company serving as Head of Business Sustainability for North America and prior to that Head of Corporate Affairs for Canada. \nChris also spent several years on the consulting side of the agri-food industry working in government and industry relations\, corporate communications and public affairs to advance issues and opportunities at the global\, regional\, national and sub-national levels for a diverse set of clients. \nEarlier in his career\, Chris worked for the Canadian federal government on animal health\, plant health\, and food safety related issues in support of Canadian bilateral and multilateral trade relationships. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				David Perez-Des RosiersDirector\, Beijing ChapterCanada China Business Council \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Biography\n				As Director of the Beijing Chapter\, David Perez-Des Rosiers is responsible for building the CCBC membership base throughout the region by connecting Canadian and Chinese businesses\, promoting Canada-China bilateral trade\, organizing events and supporting member service delivery. David has a diverse background with experience in marketing\, consulting\, research\, and as a Parole Officer for the Correctional Service of Canada. David lived in China for five years\, studying and working as a consultant for a Food & Beverage group. He was also the Special Representative to Mainland China for the Canada-China Forum\, during which he was responsible for member recruitment\, building exposure for the organization and creating initiatives in China. \nHe holds a Ph.D. in Global Studies from Shanghai University\, during which he conducted research on Canada-China partnerships in high-tech. He also holds an Msc in Criminology and a BSc in Psychology. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Chris WhitePresident & CEOCanadian Meat Advocacy Office (CMAO) & Canada Pork \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Biography\n				Christopher White is a Canadian trade and public affairs executive serving as President & CEO of the Canadian Meat Advocacy Office (CMAO) in Beijing and President\, Canada Pork. \nHe advances Canadian agri-food interests through market access\, regulatory engagement\, and government relations in China and across Asia. \nHe previously served for eight years as President & CEO of the Canadian Meat Council. \nEarlier in his career\, he spent 13 years on Parliament Hill\, including as Chief of Staff to five federal cabinet ministers and as Senior Advisor to Paul Martin during his tenure as Minister of Finance. \nHe has also held senior positions in the automotive\, finance\, and insurance sectors. \nHe holds a Master of Arts in Political Science from the University of Windsor and is the father of five children. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Cynthia XingManaging Director & Head of Greater China\, Public & Government AffairsEdelman Public Relations Worldwide (China) Co.\, Ltd. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Biography\n				Cynthia leads Edelman’s Public & Government Affairs team in Greater China\, covering Mainland China\, Hong Kong\, and Taiwan. She is an active member of the Canadian Global Executive. \nWith two decades of experience in government relations\, public policy\, business advisory\, and international cooperation in China\, Cynthia has worked with government organizations\, industry associations\, multinational companies\, and think tanks in sectors such as agriculture and biotechnology\, food and beverage\, FMCG\, retail\, and e-commerce. Her expertise focuses on strategy development\, policy consultancy\, corporate reputation management\, operational support\, and crisis management. \nShe also has extensive experience in market access\, GMO approval\, trade agreements and disputes\, foreign direct investment and M&A\, food safety and nutrition\, global supply chain management\, sustainability\, and domestic market operations and compliance. \nHer deep expertise in Chinese politics\, government structures\, and decision-making processes has provided strategic guidance to numerous clients navigating the complex regulatory and business landscape of Greater China. \nPrior to joining Edelman\, Cynthia enjoyed a distinguished\, nearly 20-year career at Yuan Associates\, the industry pioneer in Chinese government relations\, where she became the firm’s youngest-ever partner. \nCynthia’s extensive experience extends beyond China\, encompassing markets in North America\, South America\, Asia Pacific\, and Europe\, where she has guided clients\, including Chinese enterprises\, through complex regulatory environments amid evolving geopolitical landscapes. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Lotta YgartuaRegional Director\, Western Canada (BC\, SK\, AB\, YT\, NT\, NU)Canada China Business Council \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Biography\n				As Regional Director of Western Canada\, Lotta Ygartua is responsible for building the CCBC membership base throughout the region by connecting Canadian and Chinese businesses\, promoting Canada-China bilateral trade\, organizing events and supporting the delivery of member services. Ms. Ygartua has over 10 years of marketing experience in the technology\, marketing research\, communications and art sectors. Prior to joining CCBC\, she was Marketing Manager at the China-Britain Business Council based in the UK\, promoting trade and business with China and organizing high-calibre events involving the Chinese Premier and the Prime Minister of Great Britain. \nMs. Ygartua spent several years living in China\, where she studied and worked for a local company that developed products for the Chinese market. Ms. Ygartua studied Mandarin at the University of Nanjing and Nanjing Normal University. She holds a BA in Chinese and BSc in Social and Economic Geography from Uppsala University\, Sweden.
URL:https://ccbc.com/event/canada-china-agri-food-update-2026-market-access-trade-outlook-the-evolving-supply-chain/
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CATEGORIES:BC,CCBC Event,English,Prairies
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