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Ireland-Canada Business Summit

Ireland will take over EU presidency from July 2026 and Prime Minister (Taoiseach) Micheál Martin is bringing a delegation of five cabinet ministers to Toronto to deepen the Canada-EU relationship at a pivotal geopolitical and economic moment.
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Deloitte, Bay Adelaide East, Suite 200, Toronto, Ontario, M5H 0A9

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Note: this event is by invitation only.

 

On behalf of IDA and Enterprise Ireland, The Toronto Region Board of Trade would like to invite you to the Ireland-Canada Business Leaders Summit.

Join us on this official delegation as, Peter Burke, Irish Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment will formally launch the inaugural Ireland–Canada Business Summit, framing the Ireland–Canada economic relationship, outlining the opportunities ahead, followed by Prime Minister (Taoiseach) Micheál Martin fireside chat with Globe & Mail.

This Summit brings together political leaders and senior executives at a pivotal moment for strengthening the Canada–EU economic corridor and unlocking new opportunities for growth, innovation, and investment.

Ireland will take over EU presidency from July 2026 and Prime Minister (Taoiseach) Micheál Martin is bringing a delegation of five cabinet ministers to Toronto to deepen the Canada-EU relationship at a pivotal geopolitical and economic moment.

Keynote interview: Taoiseach Micheál Martin: The Irish Prime Minister will reflect on the future of the EU, Ireland & Canada partnership, Ireland’s role in shaping transatlantic economic cooperation and the shared values driving us forward.

Executive Discussions: Facilitated discussions led by Peter Burke, Irish Minister for Enterprise, Michael Lohan, CEO, IDA Ireland & Jenny Meila, CEO, Enterprise Ireland on accessing European markets, investment opportunities and R&D partnerships.

Why Attend?

Ireland is a trusted global business hub and a proven gateway for Canadians companies including Shopify, TD, Scotiabank, and OpenText are already using Ireland's pro-business ecosystem as their European base. At the same time, Irish innovation is increasingly powering Canadian industries through technology, partnerships, and investment. This summit brings both sides of the economic corridor together showcasing how Canadian companies can scale into Europe via Ireland’s pro‑business, research‑rich environment, while also highlighting how Ireland’s leading tech firms and investors are strengthening their presence in Canada. 

  • Engage senior Irish government and agency leadership face-to-face 
  • Identify partnership and co-development opportunities in high-growth sectors
  • Get on-the-ground intelligence on entering European markets

Partners

IDA Ireland 

IDA Ireland is the Irish Government’s global investment agency, attracting and supporting multinational companies through worldclass advisory services, competitive incentives, and a pro-innovation business environment that drives jobs, regional growth, and high value economic activity across Ireland. Canadian companies that leverage Irelands pro-business ecosystem as a key European base include Shopify, Clio, TD, BMO, OpenText, eSentire, Scotiabank, Fairfax, Great West Life, Greenfield Global, Sun Life and many more.


Enterprise Ireland 

Enterprise Ireland is the Irish Government’s innovation and trade agency, provides companies with advice, funding, and hands on internationalisation support to start exporting, expand overseas, and build global partnerships. Through its 42 overseas offices, Enterprise Ireland provides on the ground market intelligence, introductions, and partnership pathways to help Canadian firms connect with Irish innovation.