The Buy Canadian Policy: Implementation Considerations and Guidance (COR4-E06)

Overview

Delivery method

Online

Duration

2 hours

Audience

All public servants at all levels

Description

On September 5, 2025, the Government of Canada introduced new measures to support Canadian industries in the context of a changing global trade environment. In support, Public Services and Procurement Canada launched the Buy Canadian Policy Framework to prioritize Canadian suppliers and products and strengthen domestic supply chains throughout the procurement process.

This event will feature a panel of speakers who will discuss the intent and rollout of the Buy Canadian Policy Framework, its policies, implementation challenges and how they are being addressed, as well as the responsibilities of contracting authorities and business owners.

Participants will gain a better understanding of the updated policy requirements for updated federal procurement practices and will receive practical advice for meeting them.

Speakers

• Ron Cormier, Director General, Business, Technology and Innovation Procurement Sector, Public Services and Procurement Canada
• Barbara Gibbon, Director General, Innovative Solutions Canada, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
• Patrick Comtois, Director General, Enterprise IT Procurement Enablers and Cloud, Shared Services Canada
• Scott Levac, Director, Technology Strategies, Office of the Chief Information Officer, Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat

Moderator

• Joel Heise, Senior Director, Procurement and Materiel Management, Investment Management Sector, Office of the Comptroller General, Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat