Annual National Convention 2025
The Indo-Canadian Business Chamber (ICBC) has been at the forefront of advancing bilateral business and investment ties between India and Canada for over a decade. Our Annual National Convention (ANC) is the Chamber’s flagship platform for high-level dialogue, bringing together policymakers, business leaders, innovators, investors, and institutional partners from both countries.
The 2025 edition of ANC comes at a pivotal moment in the India–Canada relationship. After a period of diplomatic and trade negotiation slowdowns, there is renewed momentum to reset and re-engage. This year’s Convention will focus on translating cautious optimism into tangible outcomes across key sectors — from technology and innovation to aviation, infrastructure, and sustainable finance. The Convention will address policy priorities, emerging opportunities, and collaborative models that can drive sustainable, mutually beneficial growth in the next 24 months.
Monday, 24 Nov, 2025 at 10:00 - 16:00
The Oberoi, New Delhi
Monday, 24 Nov, 2025 at 10:00 - 16:00
The Oberoi, New Delhi
Objectives
Showcase sectoral strengths & success stories
Create actionable dialogues
Highlight engines of growth
Facilitate connections between global capital & market-ready opportunities
Leverage the momentum of cross-sector partnerships & institutional collaborations
Aravalli Ballroom
- 8:00 – 9:30 Am
Exclusive Breakfast Roundtable on Business Advocacy
A closed-door dialogue with Hon. Minister Vic Fedeli of Ontario, senior Indian business leaders, and select dignitaries. This intimate session will focus on business advocacy priorities, bridging perspectives across both economies, and shaping a constructive roadmap for bilateral growth.
Main Ballroom
- 9:00 – 10:00 Am
Arrivals. & Registrations
Delegates gather for an hour of networking ahead of the formal opening.
- 10:00 – 11:00 Am
Welcome Remarks
Nadira Hamid, Chief Executive Officer, The Indo-Canadian Business Chamber
- 10:10 – 10:50 Am
Inaugral Remarks
Senior representatives from India and Canada will provide high-level perspectives on the evolving bilateral partnership. These remarks will highlight the economic reset following recent diplomatic milestones and underscore the importance of private sector leadership in sustaining momentum.
- Senior Representative, Government of India (TBC)
- Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, Ontario
- High Commissioner of Canada to India (TBC)
- 10:50 – 11:00 Am
Comfort Break
Section I : Resetting Economic Partnerships: India and Canada in a New Era
- 11:00 – 11:40 Am
Resetting Economic Partnerships: India and Canada in a New Era This session will examine the new chapter in India–Canada relations, building on renewed political goodwill and practical opportunities for business. Speakers will explore how trade, investment, and innovation can drive a forward-looking partnership in a rapidly shifting global environment.
- Godrej Industries
- Government of Saskatchewan
- Ministry of Agriculture, Government of India
- Representative from McCain Foods / Mahindra Industries
- 11:40 – 11:55 Am
Mindfulness & Wellness Break
Hosted by Lululemon, a guided mindfulness and yoga-inspired wellness session designed to refresh delegates and create balance during a high-intensity day of dialogue.
Section II : Business Advocacy in Action
- 12:00 – 12:45 Pm
This discussion will focus on the role of advocacy in unlocking opportunities and addressing barriers in the bilateral corridor. From regulatory alignment to investment facilitation, the session will showcase practical examples of how dialogue can be translated into measurable outcomes.
- 12:45 – 2:00 Pm
Networking Lunch
Section III: Building Successful Partnerships: From States and Provinces to Boardrooms
- 2:00 – 2:45 Pm
This session will highlight success stories of cooperation between Indian states and Canadian provinces, as well as institutional and corporate partnerships. The conversation will emphasize how sub-national leadership can complement federal strategies to deliver meaningful business outcomes.
- Jubilant Bhartia Group
- Medanta Hospitals
- Government of Alberta / Representative from Alberta Delegation
- Niti Aayog
- 2:45 – 3:00 Pm
Closing Plenary & Adoption of ANC 2025 Communiqué
The day will conclude with reflections from ICBC leadership and partners, summarizing key insights and adopting the ANC 2025 Communiqué, which will capture the shared aspirations and commitments of the Convention.
- 7:00Pm Onwards
Evening Reception Canada House
An exclusive evening reception hosted by the High Commission of Canada, celebrating the day’s deliberations and offering a relaxed setting for cultural exchange and networking.
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National Convention 2025
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Objectives
Showcase sectoral strengths & success stories
Create actionable dialogues
Highlight engines of growth
Facilitate connections between global capital & market-ready opportunities
Leverage the momentum of cross-sector partnerships & institutional collaborations
Partner with ICBC - Annual
National Convention 2025
ICBC welcomes companies and organizations interested in exploring partnership opportunities for our Annual National Convention 2025.
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“Coming together is a beginning; keeping together is progress; working together is success”, said Henry Ford once. To my mind this pretty much sums up the essence of the India-Canada dream—an endeavour that had once seemed distant…. Read More
Nadira Hamid
CEO, ICBC
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