NETHERLANDS – CANADA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Canada Business Event

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Event: Canada Business Event

Official Residence of the Canadian Ambassador to the Netherlands, Wassenaar

September 3rd, 2025

Invitation only

Kindly hosted by the Canadian Embassy and supported by Rabobank and ACE

Program Highlights:

  • Welcome
    H.E. Hugh Adsett, Ambassador, Embassy of Canada
    The afternoon will be opened by Ambassador Adsett, who will welcome participants on behalf of the organizing partners.

  • Opening Remarks
    Adam Barbolet, Senior Trade Commissioner, Embassy of Canada
    The afternoon program will begin with Adam Barbolet, who will talk about the special relationship between Canada and the Netherlands and set the stage for the program for the rest of the afternoon.
  • Marieke de Vries, International Business Manager at Rabobank, will moderate the event and guide the discussions throughout the afternoon. In her opening remarks, she will also share Rabobank’s international proposition, highlighting how the International Business Advisory team supports Dutch companies in navigating global markets.
  • Canada & the Netherlands: Strategic Trade Partners
    Eva Oskam, Head of Western Hemisphere and East-Asia, International Enterprise department, Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Eva will highlight the importance of the Canada–Netherlands (trade) relationship and share how Foreign Affairs supports Dutch entrepreneurs in exploring and expanding into the Canadian market
  • Economic Outlook & Trends
    Philip Marey, Senior Strategist Rabobank
    Gain insights into Canada’s current economic climate, key trends, impact of trade tariffs and what to expect in the near future - with a focus on opportunities for international business.
  • Doing Business in Canada – Why and How
    Masha Moisseyeva & Jan Willem Gille, ACE
    Masha and Jan Willem will jointly present practical insights into Canadian business culture, market opportunities, and key considerations for Dutch companies looking to enter or grow in Canada.
  • Entrepreneurial Insights: Do’s and Don’ts
    Matthijs Kooijman, entrepreneur
    Matthijs will reflect on his hands-on experience building a business in Canada, sharing practical lessons, cultural nuances, and what he wishes he had known earlier.
  • Q&A Session
    After the presentations, there will be time for questions and open discussion with the speakers and participants.
  • Closing Remarks
  • Networking Reception
    Enjoy drinks and conversations with fellow entrepreneurs and experts.