
Attendees will have the opportunity to hear the Minister’s perspective directly and gain clarity on how these decisions may impact their organization and the broader business community.
François-Philippe Champagne - Minister of Finance and National Revenue
The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne was first elected to the House of Commons in 2015 as the Member of Parliament for Saint-Maurice-Champlain and has served in several senior federal cabinet roles. He was appointed Minister of Finance and National Revenue in 2025.
Before entering public life, Minister Champagne built an international career as a lawyer and business executive, holding senior positions at ABB Group and Amec Foster Wheeler, where he worked in global strategy, ethics, and legal affairs. In 2009, he was recognized as a Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum.
In government, he has previously served as Minister of International Trade, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry. Across these roles, he has championed Canadian competitiveness, major economic and infrastructure initiatives, and international cooperation.
Minister Champagne holds a Bachelor of Laws from the Université de Montréal and a Master of Laws from Case Western Reserve University. Born in Greenfield Park and raised in Shawinigan, he brings both global experience and strong local roots to his work in public service.

Friday Nov 28, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM AST
Agenda
9:00 AM – Registration
9:30 AM – Welcome Words
9:45 AM – Remarks from Guest Speaker
9:55 AM – Fireside conversation with Patrick Sullivan
10:25 AM – Closing Remarks
Member Ticket:
$49.95
Future Member Ticket:
$79.95
Note: All prices are subject to HST. Payment is due upon purchase of the ticket and we accept the following payment options: Visa, Master Card and American Express. 25% discount for Not-for-profit & student members available through purchase portal.
**Please note: your registration gives the Halifax Chamber of Commerce permission to use the photographs taken during the event for any legal use.
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