# Event Details - **Event Name**: Canada and the Strengthening of the Euro-Atlantic Pillar - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 09 Jan, 2026 at 08:20 am – Fri, 09 Jan, 2026 at 02:30 pm - **Event Description**: Follow-up discussions in Ottawa on transatlantic security after the July 2025 Canada–France–Germany trilateral seminar.About this EventAs part of its activities, the Forum de Défense et de Stratégie (FDS) organised, on 3–4 July 2025, a trilateral seminar bringing together representatives from Canada, Germany, and France around the theme of the transatlantic security architecture, its evolution, and future prospects. Building on the rich discussions that marked this meeting, FDS wished to extend the reflection by organising a follow-up event in Ottawa, aimed at revisiting the conclusions reached in July and deepening their implications. The summer of 2025 was particularly dense in security-related developments for the three partner countries: the signing of bilateral and multilateral agreements relating to the defence of the Northern Flank and the Arctic, a meeting between the U.S. and Canadian Heads of State, as well as Russian drone intrusions within NATO’s continental borders. Commitments made at the most recent Hague Summit have also continued to translate into new forms of industrial cooperation and defence procurement contracts.Organised partly under Chatham House rules and partly in a public format, this hybrid event will feature several formats, including discussion sessions, a keynote address, and a roundtable. Exchanges will bring together experts and practitioners from the three partner countries. The event will be held in French and English.Registration – Expression of InterestDue to limited seating capacity and the fact that part of the event will take place under the Chatham House Rule, prior registration on Eventbrite should be considered as an expression of interest rather than a confirmed registration. Submitting this expression of interest will allow the organisers to manage attendance and ensure a balanced audience in line with the objectives of the event. Selected participants will subsequently receive a formal confirmation and an official invitation, including the exact venue details, once registrations have been reviewed.Program8:30 a.m. - Arrival of participants8:45 a.m. - Mot de bienvenueProf. Hugo Cyr, Director General at École Nationale D'administration Publique (ENAP)Dr. Laurent Borzillo9:00–10:45 a.m.- Discussion (Chatham House format)NORDEFCO, cooperation with the Baltic States, and the Franco-German duo: how can Canada benefit from deeper engagement in these groupings to strengthen its strategic position, advance its priorities, and play a leading role within the Alliance?Moderator:  Jordan Leichnitz, Friedrich Ebert Stiftung CanadaSpeakers:▪ Tjorven Bellmann, Ambassador of Germany to Canada▪ Christopher Coates, Former Lieutenant-General, Canadian Armed Forces (Macdonald-Laurier Institute)▪ Alison LeClaire, Former Canadian Ambassador, Vice-President, Canadian Ambassadors Alumni Association▪ Prof. Christian Leuprecht, Royal Military College of Canada (RMC) / Queen’s University▪ Kaspars Ozoliņš, Ambassador of Latvia to Canada▪ Dr. David Perry, Canadian Global Affairs Institute10:45–11:15 a.m.- Coffee break11h15-11h55 - Keynote and discussion (public event) (Re)establishing Canada as a leader on selected defence issues through mini-lateral agreements within the transatlantic communitySpeaker: Scott Millar, Assistant Deputy Minister (Policy), Department of National DefenceDiscussant: Prof. Chantal Lavallée, Royal Military College Saint-Jean12:00–1:30 p.m. - Roundtable (public event)Which initiatives related to Europe’s defence posture, Arctic deterrence, and defence procurement could enhance Canada’s role and influence within the transatlantic security architecture?Moderator: Charlotte Duval-Lantoine, Canadian Global Affairs InstituteSpeakers:Wendy Gilmour, Former Deputy Secretary General of NATODr. Mathieu Landriault, Director, Observatory on Arctic Policy and Security (OPSA)Dr. Kerry-Lynn Nankivell, Department of National DefenceColonel Philippe de Tanouarn, Defence Attaché, Embassy of France to CanadaHanne Ulrichsen, Ambassador-designate of Norway to Canada (tbc)1:30 p.m. – Cocktail reception - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottawa/canada-and-the-strengthening-of-the-euro-atlantic-pillar/100001978420468880 - **Event Categories**: business, workshops, meetups - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Ottawa - **state**: ON - **country**: Canada - **location**: Université d'Ottawa - **lat**: 45.42310639999999 - **long**: -75.68313289999999 - **full address**: Université d'Ottawa, 75 Laurier Avenue East, Ottawa, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Canada and the Strengthening of the Euro-Atlantic Pillar - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/1c550d164e7bc62449f4340f7f18cda288b14c0ad0ef692d7f76c188a0fcf8c8-rimg-w1200-h643-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1766404172 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Canada and the Strengthening of the Euro-Atlantic Pillar being held? - **A:** Canada and the Strengthening of the Euro-Atlantic Pillar takes place on Fri, 09 Jan, 2026 at 08:20 am to Fri, 09 Jan, 2026 at 02:30 pm at Université d'Ottawa, 75 Laurier Avenue East, Ottawa, Canada. - **Q**: Who is organizing Canada and the Strengthening of the Euro-Atlantic Pillar? - **A:** Canada and the Strengthening of the Euro-Atlantic Pillar is organized by Forum de Défense et de Stratégie. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Canada and the Strengthening of the Euro-Atlantic Pillar is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Ottawa, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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