Canada-Ukraine Chamber of Commerce (CUCC), in collaboration with Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), Global Affairs Canada and Export Development Canada organized the highly successful Canada Pavilion at the 4th international Rebuild Ukraine Exhibition and Conference, held in Warsaw, Poland on November 13th and 14th, 2024. This major global event took place over two days and brought together leading stakeholders from across Ukraine, Europe, North America, and beyond to discuss, strategize, and forge partnerships to support Ukraine’s recovery and reconstruction.
With leadership from President Zenon Potichny, Vice President Yuriy Kryvosheya, Vice President Markiyan Markevych, and Executive Director Olha Mandyuk, CUCC once again demonstrated its pivotal role in connecting Canadian businesses with the global community in Ukraine’s ongoing recovery efforts.
A Global Event of Significant Impact
The Rebuild Ukraine Conference hosted over 5,000 participants, representing governments, international organizations, financial institutions, non-profits, and private-sector companies. Delegates attended from countries across Europe, North America, and Asia, underscoring the international commitment to Ukraine’s reconstruction.
The conference featured 20 thematic panels and workshops that addressed critical areas such as:
- Infrastructure rebuilding
- Energy resilience and sustainability
- Digital transformation and innovation
- Education and workforce development
- Financing and investments in Ukraine
Speakers included global thought leaders, government officials, industry experts, and investors, who provided insight into the challenges and opportunities in rebuilding Ukraine.
The Canada Pavilion: A Hub of Collaboration
CUCC, in partnership with NRCan, Global Affairs Canada and Export Development Canada curated Canada Pavilion, a central feature of the conference. This vibrant space showcased the breadth of Canadian expertise and innovation in critical sectors such as infrastructure, clean energy, technology, education, and insurance. The Pavilion served as a hub for engagement, fostering direct connections between Canadian companies and potential partners from Ukraine, Europe, and the United States.
Over 60 B2B meetings were facilitated at the Pavilion, creating tangible opportunities for collaboration and paving the way for impactful partnerships.
Canadian Leadership and Expertise
The presence of Canadian leadership at the conference underscored the country’s commitment to Ukraine’s recovery. Ontario’s Minister of Energy, Stephen Lecce, participated as a distinguished speaker on the Energy Panel, where he discussed Canada’s advanced energy solutions, including innovations in renewable energy, grid modernization, and sustainable practices. His participation highlighted Canada’s leadership in driving energy resilience and security, a critical priority for Ukraine’s rebuilding efforts.
Showcasing Canadian Companies
The Canada Pavilion brought together a dynamic group of Candian organizations offering cutting-edge solutions tailored to the challenges of Ukraine’s recovery an
d reconstruction. Participating companies included:
- TIU Canada
- Consultec Ltd.
- Total Containment Inc.
- GeoMate
- Systèmes Polycrete
- Teknobuilt
- UNIVERSALNA Insurance Company
- TISEC Inc.
- FuelPositive
- Saskatchewan Polytechnic
- Victor Energy
- Duraflex
- Varcon Inc.
- Northern Towers Industries Inc.
- CMSI
- Nucleom
These organizations represented the diversity and strength of Canadian expertise, demonstrating the country’s ability to contribute meaningfully to Ukraine’s recovery.
Building a Shared Future
The Rebuild Ukraine Conference and the Canada Pavilion highlighted the power of international cooperation in addressing global challenges. With CUCC’s leadership, Canadian businesses are not only contributing to Ukraine’s recovery but are also building enduring partnerships that benefit both nations. CUCC remains committed to fostering collaboration, innovation, and investment to ensure a resilient and prosperous future for Ukraine and Canada.
Together, we are building a stronger future for Ukraine and Canada.
