Fireside Chat with François-Philippe Champagne, Canada’s minister of innovation, science and industry

Where: Swanson Auditorium, Nebraska Union

When: Friday, May 3, 2024

Time: 1:00-2:00 PM CT

François-Philippe Champagne, Canada’s minister of innovation, science and industry, will discuss "U.S.-Canada Trade and Geopolitics" during a fireside chat on May 3rd at 1-2 PM CT. 

In his cabinet position, Champagne has been energetic in traveling internationally to promote business opportunities in Canada. A Quebec native, he has a law degree from Case Western Reserve University in Ohio and has worked in the private sector in Italy, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.

He has held various ministerial roles in the Canadian government, including foreign affairs, infrastructure and trade.

This event is open to the public and will conclude with a 15-minute Q&A.

Francois-Phillippe Champagne

François-Philippe Champagne

CANADA’S MINISTER OF INNOVATION, SCIENCE AND INDUSTRY

The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne was first elected in 2015 as the Member of Parliament for Saint-Maurice—Champlain. He has previously served as Minister of Foreign Affairs, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, and Minister of International Trade.

Minister Champagne is a businessman, lawyer, and international trade specialist with over 20 years’ experience at large international companies in Europe, particularly in the fields of energy, engineering, and innovation.

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