About this Event
C.H. Robinson delivers logistics like no one else™. Companies around the world look to us to reimagine supply chains, advance freight technology, and solve logistics challenges—from the simple to the most complex. 83,000 customers and 450,000 contract carriers in our network trust us to manage 37 million shipments and $23 billion in freight annually. Through our unmatched expertise, unrivaled scale, and tailored solutions, we ensure the seamless delivery of goods across industries and continents via truckload, less-than-truckload, ocean, air, and beyond. As a responsible global citizen, we make supply chains more sustainable and proudly contribute millions to the causes that matter most to our employees. For more information, visit us at chrobinson.com (Nasdaq: CHRW).
Agenda
🕑: 08:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Breakfast
🕑: 09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
2026 U.S. Trade Update
Host: Kevin Doucette
Info: Explore the critical U.S. regulations being enacted in 2026. Topics from this session include IEEPA tariffs, reciprocal tariffs, Section 232, and the impact of the current U.S. administration’s trade policies. With tariffs being such a major concern in 2026, we will also review common duty minimization strategies and concepts that may fit your organization and products.
🕑: 10:45 AM - 12:00 PM
2026 Canadian Trade Update
Host: Amy Rose
Info: Delve into the latest developments in Canadian trade and regulations, including Canada’s response to U.S. tariffs. This session will focus on CBSA enforcement priorities—covering the 2026 Trade Verification Priority List, audit triggers, and steps to reduce compliance risk. It will also delve into the current surtax landscape and how remission programs can help mitigate tariff impacts.
🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Lunch
🕑: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Freight Market Update
Host: Anduela Sinani and Melissa Savegnago
Info: Explore the current state of the global ocean freight market across both FCL and LCL. This session highlights major trends influencing capacity, carrier networks, service performance, and transportation planning, with practical takeaways to help organizations navigate market uncertainty and build more resilient ocean shipping strategies.
🕑: 02:15 PM - 03:15 PM
Surface Transportation Update
Host: Marco Romano and Patrice Bourdon
Info: Get critical and timely updates related to Canadian surface transportation, including trucking, rail, and intermodal movements, along with the latest relevant regulatory and operational considerations. Given ongoing market and infrastructure challenges, this session provides a valuable opportunity to discuss key developments that may impact your supply chain and transportation strategy.
🕑: 03:15 PM - 03:30 PM
Q&A Roundtable
Info: Join our experts for a 15-minute interactive Q&A session.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Hotel Armon Plaza Montreal Airport (formerly known as Crowne Plaza Volare), 6600 Chemin de la Côte de Liesse, Montréal, Canada
CAD 150.00












