# Event Details - **Event Name**: EU-Canadian Perspectives on Global Trade in a Changing World - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 07 May, 2026 at 05:30 pm – Thu, 07 May, 2026 at 07:30 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Join CIC Ottawa's Politics at the Pub event series for an event exploring the challenges and opportunities facing the global trading system.About this EventREGISTRATIONTo register for this event, please do so through Eventbrite.Tickets include a complimentary beverage.EVENT DESCRIPTIONGlobal trade is entering a period of profound uncertainty, shaped by shifting geopolitics, economic fragmentation, and evolving alliances. How are Canada and the European Union responding—and what does it mean for the future?Join us for a timely conversation featuring perspectives from both sides of the Atlantic, as our speakers explore the challenges and opportunities facing the global trading system. From supply chains to strategic partnerships, this discussion will unpack where we are headed—and what it means for the next generation of policymakers and professionals.Part of our Politics at the Pub series, this event offers a welcoming, engaging, and informal space to connect, learn, and exchange ideas.PANELISTSRuben Kubiak, Trade Counsellor at the EU Delegation to CanadaRuben Kubiak is currently the Trade Counsellor at the EU Delegation to Canada in Ottawa, where he works at the heart of one of the EU‘s most interesting bilateral relationships. He took up the posting in September 2025, having spent the previous six and a half years in Brussels handling EU-US trade relations - a portfolio that kept him rather busy. Before that, he began his EU career working on energy relations with the US and China, giving him a front-row seat to some of the defining policy arenas of our time before pivoting fully into trade diplomacy.What makes Ruben something of an unusual figure in the EU‘s trade world filled with lawyers and economists is the academic journey that preceded it all. He read physics and psychology on a dual degree across UT Austin and the University of Würzburg, went on to conduct research at the Santa Fe Institute on the spread of zoonotic diseases, and then completed a doctoral degree in biomathematics at Oxford University.When he finally steps away from the trade talks and committee agendas, Ruben makes the most of his Canadian posting in decidedly civilised fashion, working his way through the country’s flourishing craft beer scene with commendable dedication and exploring it preferable by bicycle.Jason Easton, Global Head of Government Relations at AtkinsRéalis; Former Senior Advisor to the Prime Minister of Canada and Former Chief of Staff to the Minister of International TradeJason Easton is currently the Global Head of Government Relations at AtkinsRéalis. Based in Ottawa, ON, Canada, Jason brings his extensive experience at the highest levels of government and industry. Most recently, he served as a Senior Advisor to the Prime Minister of Canada, where he provided strategic advice across a wide range of priority initiatives such as international trade and economic affairs, including Canada-US relations, national security, and intergovernmental affairs. Prior to this, Jason served as Chief of Staff to federal and provincial ministers, which included four years at International Trade. In these roles, he acted as principal advisor and played a key role in shaping ministerial mandates and advancing strategic priorities. Before entering public service, Jason spent 13 years at General Motors of Canada, working across all areas of the business, including front line assembly plant engineering and supervision, government relations, communications, strategic business planning, sales, service and marketing. He was a member of the executive leadership team and led the company’s turnaround strategy in the Greater Toronto Area. Recognized by the Hill Times as one of the Top 100 Most Influential People in Government and Politics (2023) and among the Top 50 Influencing Canada’s Foreign Policy (2021-2024), Jason holds a Master of Global Automotive and Manufacturing Engineering from the University of Michigan and a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Alberta.MODERATORRosaleen Nguyen is currently the CIC-NCB Politics at the Pub Lead Coordinator and a Senior Analyst at the Canada Border Services Agency. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Development Studies from McGill University and a Master of Arts in Public and International Affairs from the Graduate School of Public and International Affairs (GSPIA) at the University of Ottawa. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottawa/eu-canadian-perspectives-on-global-trade-in-a-changing-world/100001987328569248 - **Event Categories**: business, art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 17.31, max: 27.96, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Ottawa - **state**: ON - **country**: Canada - **location**: The Bridge Public House - **lat**: 45.4270815 - **long**: -75.6693702 - **full address**: The Bridge Public House, 1 Donald Street, Ottawa, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: EU-Canadian Perspectives on Global Trade in a Changing World - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/8677b46e6391db00a88fc283408b876b66cd00019d782264491fc86d78dd1642-rimg-w1200-h675-dc010331-gmir.jpg?v=1776142995 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is EU-Canadian Perspectives on Global Trade in a Changing World being held? - **A:** EU-Canadian Perspectives on Global Trade in a Changing World takes place on Thu, 07 May, 2026 at 05:30 pm to Thu, 07 May, 2026 at 07:30 pm at The Bridge Public House, 1 Donald Street, Ottawa, Canada. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for EU-Canadian Perspectives on Global Trade in a Changing World? - **A:** Ticket prices for EU-Canadian Perspectives on Global Trade in a Changing World range from CAD 17 to CAD 28 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityCIC Members TicketCAD 23 + CAD 3 feeAvailableCIC Students TicketCAD 17 + CAD 2 feeAvailableNon-Members TicketCAD 28 + CAD 3 feeAvailableNon-Member Students TicketCAD 23 + CAD 3 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing EU-Canadian Perspectives on Global Trade in a Changing World? - **A:** EU-Canadian Perspectives on Global Trade in a Changing World is organized by CIC National Capital Branch. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** EU-Canadian Perspectives on Global Trade in a Changing World is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. 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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