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Learn MoreExport Compliance Has Entered a New Era
Canadian companies are operating in a dramatically more complex trade environment. U.S. export controls are reaching further across borders. AI, advanced computing and cloud access are creating new compliance questions. Defence markets are expanding. Supply chains face greater scrutiny. And Canadian organizations must increasingly navigate U.S. and Canadian requirements at the same time.
The 16th Advanced Forum on U.S. Export & Reexport Compliance for Canadian Operations brings Canada’s export compliance community together to understand what is changing — and how to respond.
What You Need to Be Ready For in 2027
U.S. Export Controls & Extraterritorial Reach
Understand how EAR, ITAR and U.S. jurisdiction continue to affect Canadian operations.
AI, Advanced Computing & Cloud Access
Prepare for emerging controls around AI models, technology access and cross-border data environments.
Canada + U.S. Compliance
Navigate where Canadian export controls, Controlled Goods, EAR and ITAR intersect — and where they don’t.
Defence Market Expansion
Assess the compliance implications of Canada’s expanding defence sector and opportunities beyond the U.S.
CMMC & CPCSC
Understand what emerging cybersecurity requirements mean for Canadian defence contractors.
Sanctions, Supply Chains & Due Diligence
Strengthen controls around restricted parties, end users, forced labour and higher-risk markets.
Why 2027 is a Critical Year for Canadian Export Compliance
Export Controls are Expanding
AI, advanced computing, cloud environments and remote technology access are creating entirely new compliance questions.
Canada + U.S. Rules are Colliding
Canadian organizations increasingly need compliance programs capable of satisfying Canadian requirements alongside EAR and ITAR.
Defence Opportunities are Growing
New markets create opportunity — but also new licensing, sanctions, cybersecurity and geopolitical risk.
Supply Chains are Under Greater Scrutiny
Entity List exposure, end-use controls, forced labour and third-party risk are increasing the need for deeper due diligence.
The Export Compliance Issues You Cannot Afford to Ignore
AI Export Controls & Advanced Computing
Prepare for the next regulatory frontier involving AI models, advanced technology and remote access.
EAR + ITAR + Canadian Export Controls
Build compliance processes that work across jurisdictions.
Entity List & Foreign Direct Product Rule
Understand how U.S. jurisdiction can reach products, components and transactions outside the United States.
Canada’s New Cloud Computing Policy
Assess when access to controlled technology may create permit and compliance obligations.
AUKUS & Canada’s Defence Opportunity
Understand how allied defence cooperation could reshape technology sharing, licensing and procurement opportunities.
CMMC & CPCSC
Prepare your organization for cybersecurity requirements affecting Canadian participation in U.S. defence supply chains.
Who Should Attend?
- Export Controls
- Trade Compliance
- Global Trade
- Legal
- Sanctions
- Supply Chain
- Customs
- Cybersecurity
- Government Contracts
- Defence Trade
- Risk & Compliance
Especially relevant for organizations operating across Canada-U.S. supply chains or handling U.S.-origin goods, software, technology or technical data.
Pre-Conference
Workshops
Add more value to your conference experience by signing up for these hands-on and practical workshops and consider sending your team.
Workshop A
The Evolution of Third-Party, End-User and End-Use Due Diligence: Strengthening Screening, Monitoring and Supply Chain Controls in a Higher-Risk Environment
January 26, 2027
9:00 am–12:30 pm
Workshop B
The Next Stage of Bridging U.S. and Canadian Export & Reexport Controls: A Practical Guide to Building and Right-Sizing Your Compliance Program
January 26, 2027
1:30–5:00 pm
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For more information please contact:
Lanny Morris
Senior Business Development Manager
Phone: 347-964-4766
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