Roundtable with U.S. Ambassador Pete Hoekstra

AmCham Canada West hosted an engaging roundtable with U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra, bringing together senior business and policy leaders for a candid conversation on the future of the Canada-U.S. relationship.

Ambassador Hoekstra emphasized that Canada and the U.S. are not competing against each other and must continue to share success stories and build on areas of alignment. His message was clear: "the world is run by those who show up."

The discussion covered tariffs, the upcoming CUSMA review, digital trade and compliance, cross-border travel and tourism, and long-term North American competitiveness.

Key Takeaways:

• Strengthening public-private collaboration as a foundation for resilience.

• Expanding opportunities in energy, technology, and critical minerals through integrated supply chains

• Reducing barriers and encouraging regulatory alignment to grow both economies

• Promoting positive narratives to counter uncertainty and strengthen cross-border trust

We thank the United States Embassy Ottawa, U.S. Consul General Emily Fleckner, and the U.S. Consulate team in Calgary for their continued collaboration and support.