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    <title>Chamber of Commerce and Industry - France Western Canada News</title>
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    <pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 23:55:24 GMT</pubDate>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 22:30:04 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Job Opportunity – Relocation Consultant (Part-Time) – Vancouver</title>
      <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="https://media.licdn.com/dms/image/v2/D4E22AQGXVrwUvGrU8Q/feedshare-shrink_1280/B4EZzjd90eJcAQ-/0/1773342809704?e=1775088000&amp;amp;v=beta&amp;amp;t=HjEVWSczAg-e0K6H0K12-cHtw46hvrkVTMh4RTJXc64" alt="Rejoins nous ! Consultant(e) en relocalisation. Vancouver. Anywr Canada."&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;h2 data-section-id="1woerax" data-start="227" data-end="295"&gt;&lt;strong data-start="296" data-end="351" style="font-size: 18px;"&gt;Shared with the CCI France Western Canada community&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;

&lt;p data-start="353" data-end="488"&gt;The Chamber of Commerce and Industry France Western Canada is pleased to share the following professional opportunity with our network.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="490" data-end="637"&gt;&lt;strong data-start="490" data-end="506"&gt;Anywr Canada&lt;/strong&gt; is currently looking for a &lt;strong data-start="534" data-end="571"&gt;Relocation Consultant (part-time)&lt;/strong&gt; based in &lt;strong data-start="581" data-end="594"&gt;Vancouver&lt;/strong&gt; to support expatriates settling in Canada.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="639" data-end="770"&gt;This role is well suited to a candidate interested in &lt;strong data-start="693" data-end="769"&gt;international mobility, intercultural environments, and independent work&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;h3 data-section-id="1f6zw8s" data-start="772" data-end="793"&gt;Position Overview&lt;/h3&gt;

&lt;p data-start="794" data-end="984"&gt;The consultant will support expatriates during their relocation process by coordinating logistics, providing guidance on local procedures, and ensuring a smooth arrival experience in Canada.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="986" data-end="1140"&gt;&lt;strong data-start="986" data-end="999"&gt;Location:&lt;/strong&gt; Vancouver (remote work combined with travel)&lt;br data-start="1044" data-end="1047"&gt;
&lt;strong data-start="1047" data-end="1056"&gt;Type:&lt;/strong&gt; Contract – Part-time&lt;br data-start="1077" data-end="1080"&gt;
&lt;strong data-start="1080" data-end="1095"&gt;Start date:&lt;/strong&gt; As soon as possible&lt;br data-start="1115" data-end="1118"&gt;
&lt;strong data-start="1118" data-end="1131"&gt;Schedule:&lt;/strong&gt; Flexible&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;h3 data-section-id="164ueu3" data-start="1142" data-end="1166"&gt;Key Responsibilities&lt;/h3&gt;

&lt;ul data-start="1167" data-end="1505"&gt;
  &lt;li data-section-id="331yef" data-start="1167" data-end="1220"&gt;
    &lt;p data-start="1169" data-end="1220"&gt;Conduct an initial virtual meeting with expatriates&lt;/p&gt;
  &lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li data-section-id="fva9id" data-start="1221" data-end="1265"&gt;
    &lt;p data-start="1223" data-end="1265"&gt;Identify relocation needs and expectations&lt;/p&gt;
  &lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li data-section-id="vn7d3p" data-start="1266" data-end="1356"&gt;
    &lt;p data-start="1268" data-end="1356"&gt;Plan relocation steps (airport welcome, administrative procedures, housing search, etc.)&lt;/p&gt;
  &lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li data-section-id="er9hwk" data-start="1357" data-end="1399"&gt;
    &lt;p data-start="1359" data-end="1399"&gt;Welcome and assist expatriates in person&lt;/p&gt;
  &lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li data-section-id="1ohuvrx" data-start="1400" data-end="1449"&gt;
    &lt;p data-start="1402" data-end="1449"&gt;Record case information on the company platform&lt;/p&gt;
  &lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li data-section-id="ss58sf" data-start="1450" data-end="1505"&gt;
    &lt;p data-start="1452" data-end="1505"&gt;Prepare summary reports on completed relocation steps&lt;/p&gt;
  &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;h3 data-section-id="qtppnc" data-start="1507" data-end="1541"&gt;Required Skills and Experience&lt;/h3&gt;

&lt;ul data-start="1542" data-end="2040"&gt;
  &lt;li data-section-id="edbf7h" data-start="1542" data-end="1593"&gt;
    &lt;p data-start="1544" data-end="1593"&gt;Relevant education and/or professional experience&lt;/p&gt;
  &lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li data-section-id="ne25ex" data-start="1594" data-end="1669"&gt;
    &lt;p data-start="1596" data-end="1669"&gt;Strong intercultural experience, ideally including international exposure&lt;/p&gt;
  &lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li data-section-id="16xpc4x" data-start="1670" data-end="1760"&gt;
    &lt;p data-start="1672" data-end="1760"&gt;&lt;strong data-start="1672" data-end="1704"&gt;Bilingual French and English&lt;/strong&gt; (spoken and written); additional languages are an asset&lt;/p&gt;
  &lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li data-section-id="1ka6jv" data-start="1761" data-end="1818"&gt;
    &lt;p data-start="1763" data-end="1818"&gt;Strong knowledge of Vancouver and the local environment&lt;/p&gt;
  &lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li data-section-id="bfvbyc" data-start="1819" data-end="1893"&gt;
    &lt;p data-start="1821" data-end="1893"&gt;General understanding of government systems (immigration, housing, etc.)&lt;/p&gt;
  &lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li data-section-id="1ksl0r8" data-start="1894" data-end="1955"&gt;
    &lt;p data-start="1896" data-end="1955"&gt;Organizational skills, autonomy, diplomacy, and flexibility&lt;/p&gt;
  &lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li data-section-id="1b5l06f" data-start="1956" data-end="2016"&gt;
    &lt;p data-start="1958" data-end="2016"&gt;Valid &lt;strong data-start="1964" data-end="1992"&gt;Class 5 driver’s license&lt;/strong&gt; and access to a vehicle&lt;/p&gt;
  &lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li data-section-id="1nnp6n3" data-start="2017" data-end="2040"&gt;
    &lt;p data-start="2019" data-end="2040"&gt;Clean criminal record&lt;/p&gt;
  &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;h3 data-section-id="fn2649" data-start="2042" data-end="2058"&gt;How to Apply&lt;/h3&gt;

&lt;p data-start="2059" data-end="2113"&gt;Interested candidates are invited to send their CV to:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="2115" data-end="2169"&gt;&lt;strong data-start="2115" data-end="2133"&gt;Karina Normand&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br data-start="2133" data-end="2136"&gt;
&lt;a data-start="2139" data-end="2169"&gt;karina.normand@anywr-group.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="2115" data-end="2169"&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="2115" data-end="2169"&gt;Link to LinkedIn Job Post:&amp;nbsp;https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7438229927432396802/&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://www.ccifwesterncanada.com/news/13610324</link>
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      <dc:creator>Eleonore Shaw</dc:creator>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 20:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Boost your growth with the "EFE International" toolkit</title>
      <description>&lt;h3 data-path-to-node="6"&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;Are you a French entrepreneur or business owner operating in Western Canada? The &lt;strong data-path-to-node="8" data-index-in-node="81" style=""&gt;&lt;a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__marketing.ccifi.net_email-5Fmarketing-5Fclick.html-3Fx-3Da62e-26co-3DoSJx-26lc-3DbE57-26mc-3Ds-26s-3DeQTT-26u-3D1-26z-3Dy1EfoX1-26&amp;amp;d=DwMFaQ&amp;amp;c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&amp;amp;r=EeX_g6ms7Pcfyn_k18bJHvdEkkkXPOzjjgoGp5U0N9VCqE2YSBGuTXLuJ5vruBSa&amp;amp;m=6zST-lzVyrQBGb2uCNaDFZvkP_mEVmjZkMS0HbOISSjRn1oHNqTuNp9UFnxBJJHe&amp;amp;s=V60dqlFCKyMT5chCCr7hoemTtbBy8azeG9WKcsyO7ro&amp;amp;e=" target="_blank"&gt;EFE International&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; initiative is designed specifically to support the growth of French-owned businesses abroad.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;

&lt;p data-path-to-node="9"&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;To help you navigate the available resources, a series of webinars is being held to present concrete opportunities, including:&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

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    &lt;p data-path-to-node="10,0,0"&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node="10,0,0" data-index-in-node="0"&gt;The V.I.E. Program:&lt;/strong&gt; How to recruit young talent to grow your local team.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
  &lt;/li&gt;

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    &lt;p data-path-to-node="10,1,0"&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node="10,1,0" data-index-in-node="0"&gt;Financing Solutions:&lt;/strong&gt; Access to &lt;a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__marketing.ccifi.net_email-5Fmarketing-5Fclick.html-3Fx-3Da62e-26co-3DoSJx-26lc-3DbE5u-26mc-3Ds-26s-3DeQTT-26u-3D1-26z-3DybJa9Yc-26&amp;amp;d=DwMFaQ&amp;amp;c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&amp;amp;r=EeX_g6ms7Pcfyn_k18bJHvdEkkkXPOzjjgoGp5U0N9VCqE2YSBGuTXLuJ5vruBSa&amp;amp;m=6zST-lzVyrQBGb2uCNaDFZvkP_mEVmjZkMS0HbOISSjRn1oHNqTuNp9UFnxBJJHe&amp;amp;s=hkNE-B7XjqjkLpRIAbw3jw7sDO5ATXOtvW_W9NWIXgQ&amp;amp;e=" target="_blank"&gt;solidarity and investment funds&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
  &lt;/li&gt;

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    &lt;p data-path-to-node="10,1,0"&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;span style=""&gt;A &lt;a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__marketing.ccifi.net_email-5Fmarketing-5Fclick.html-3Fx-3Da62e-26co-3DoSJx-26lc-3DbE5P-26mc-3Ds-26s-3DeQTT-26u-3D1-26z-3DyLP31pf-26&amp;amp;d=DwMFaQ&amp;amp;c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&amp;amp;r=EeX_g6ms7Pcfyn_k18bJHvdEkkkXPOzjjgoGp5U0N9VCqE2YSBGuTXLuJ5vruBSa&amp;amp;m=6zST-lzVyrQBGb2uCNaDFZvkP_mEVmjZkMS0HbOISSjRn1oHNqTuNp9UFnxBJJHe&amp;amp;s=heAFydBQ3M_0iYciXfe6V3SgqFS7TFmfVY8cNKgGDA0&amp;amp;e=" target="_blank"&gt;Catalog of Experts&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
  &lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li&gt;
    &lt;p data-path-to-node="10,2,0"&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node="10,2,0" data-index-in-node="0"&gt;The &lt;a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__marketing.ccifi.net_email-5Fmarketing-5Fclick.html-3Fx-3Da62e-26co-3DoSJx-26lc-3DbE5K-26mc-3Ds-26s-3DeQTT-26u-3D1-26z-3DyyB1w7E-26&amp;amp;d=DwMFaQ&amp;amp;c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&amp;amp;r=EeX_g6ms7Pcfyn_k18bJHvdEkkkXPOzjjgoGp5U0N9VCqE2YSBGuTXLuJ5vruBSa&amp;amp;m=6zST-lzVyrQBGb2uCNaDFZvkP_mEVmjZkMS0HbOISSjRn1oHNqTuNp9UFnxBJJHe&amp;amp;s=f7Ho1-LKW2Yw1eay2i24QC0bRS015feDD5BVYoS3GVM&amp;amp;e=" target="_blank"&gt;EFE Label&lt;/a&gt;:&lt;/strong&gt; Gain recognition as a key player in the French economic presence abroad.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p data-path-to-node="11"&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node="11" data-index-in-node="0"&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;Upcoming Webinar Sessions:&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

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    &lt;p data-path-to-node="12,0,0"&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;February 24, 2026&lt;/strong&gt; at 9 AM (Paris time) -&amp;gt; &lt;a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__marketing.ccifi.net_email-5Fmarketing-5Fclick.html-3Fx-3Da62e-26co-3DoSJx-26lc-3DbE5M-26mc-3Ds-26s-3DeQTT-26u-3D1-26z-3Dy9jp9BZ-26&amp;amp;d=DwMFaQ&amp;amp;c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&amp;amp;r=EeX_g6ms7Pcfyn_k18bJHvdEkkkXPOzjjgoGp5U0N9VCqE2YSBGuTXLuJ5vruBSa&amp;amp;m=6zST-lzVyrQBGb2uCNaDFZvkP_mEVmjZkMS0HbOISSjRn1oHNqTuNp9UFnxBJJHe&amp;amp;s=6ahIIlU297BNXKi-NmoaN7t2ZkjQ-ckc0WAUQ_z_qrE&amp;amp;e=" target="_blank" style=""&gt;Join the session&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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    &lt;p data-path-to-node="12,0,0"&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node="12,0,0" data-index-in-node="0"&gt;February 26, 2026&lt;/strong&gt; at 8:30 AM PST (17h30 Paris) -&amp;gt; &lt;a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__marketing.ccifi.net_email-5Fmarketing-5Fclick.html-3Fx-3Da62e-26co-3DoSJx-26lc-3DbE5D-26mc-3Ds-26s-3DeQTT-26u-3D1-26z-3DyXV1opI-26&amp;amp;d=DwMFaQ&amp;amp;c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&amp;amp;r=EeX_g6ms7Pcfyn_k18bJHvdEkkkXPOzjjgoGp5U0N9VCqE2YSBGuTXLuJ5vruBSa&amp;amp;m=6zST-lzVyrQBGb2uCNaDFZvkP_mEVmjZkMS0HbOISSjRn1oHNqTuNp9UFnxBJJHe&amp;amp;s=_LtKviPZLTWycta4UPPBWmfuMeH6oIB1NeyMvKcGg2s&amp;amp;e=" target="_blank"&gt;Join the session&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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    &lt;p data-path-to-node="12,1,0"&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node="12,1,0" data-index-in-node="0"&gt;March 24, 2026&lt;/strong&gt; at 9 AM (Paris time) -&amp;gt; &lt;a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__marketing.ccifi.net_email-5Fmarketing-5Fclick.html-3Fx-3Da62e-26co-3DoSJx-26lc-3DbE5J-26mc-3Ds-26s-3DeQTT-26u-3D1-26z-3DykTQodt-26&amp;amp;d=DwMFaQ&amp;amp;c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&amp;amp;r=EeX_g6ms7Pcfyn_k18bJHvdEkkkXPOzjjgoGp5U0N9VCqE2YSBGuTXLuJ5vruBSa&amp;amp;m=6zST-lzVyrQBGb2uCNaDFZvkP_mEVmjZkMS0HbOISSjRn1oHNqTuNp9UFnxBJJHe&amp;amp;s=28dBfrgdYpeG7CTbu-1ZmLx9sZu60abpXz4nc6sqDCg&amp;amp;e=" target="_blank"&gt;Join the session&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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    &lt;p data-path-to-node="12,1,0"&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;March 26, 2026&lt;/strong&gt; at&amp;nbsp; &lt;font&gt;8:30 AM PST (17h30 Paris) -&amp;gt; &lt;a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__marketing.ccifi.net_email-5Fmarketing-5Fclick.html-3Fx-3Da62e-26co-3DoSJx-26lc-3DbE5r-26mc-3Ds-26s-3DeQTT-26u-3D1-26z-3Dyyk09uo-26&amp;amp;d=DwMFaQ&amp;amp;c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&amp;amp;r=EeX_g6ms7Pcfyn_k18bJHvdEkkkXPOzjjgoGp5U0N9VCqE2YSBGuTXLuJ5vruBSa&amp;amp;m=6zST-lzVyrQBGb2uCNaDFZvkP_mEVmjZkMS0HbOISSjRn1oHNqTuNp9UFnxBJJHe&amp;amp;s=WbErfBNXbqpcI9JtTQVAd1r5U-k_rRdkgSQIU3fapoc&amp;amp;e=" target="_blank"&gt;Join the session&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 14px;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu"&gt;Session length: 45 minutes;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;span style=""&gt;Language: French&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

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&lt;p data-path-to-node="14"&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;Stay connected with the CCIFWC as we continue to bring these global resources to our local Vancouver and Western Canadian community.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-path-to-node="14"&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;If you have any questions, please contact &lt;a href="mailto:gcruciata@efe-international.org" target="_blank"&gt;Guillaume Cruciata&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://www.ccifwesterncanada.com/news/13599573</link>
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      <dc:creator>Eleonore Shaw</dc:creator>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 18:40:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Presenting Navigating Canadian Workplace Laws for French Employers and Employees by Geoffrey Howard</title>
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    March 11, 2026: 7:30-9:30 PST (presentation 8-9:30)&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

    &lt;p style="line-height: 16px;"&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;" color="#000000"&gt;&lt;font&gt;Live at Gowlings WLG, 2300-595 Burrard and on-line&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

    &lt;p style="line-height: 22px;"&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;" color="#000000"&gt;&lt;font style=""&gt;This second hybrid seminar from the CCIF Canada West’s People and Culture Committee focuses on Canadian employment law with comparisons to the French context. This seminar will offer:&lt;br&gt;&lt;/font&gt;a)&amp;nbsp;&lt;font style=""&gt;Both in person and on-line attendance options;&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;font&gt;b) Coverage of employment laws in Canada outside of Quebec.&amp;nbsp; As most Canadian employment legislation is provincial and many French employers operate in more than one province, this provides attendees with broader coverage;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/font&gt;c) Practical tips and information that attendees can use as managers and business owners operating in Canada and as employees themselves.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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    &lt;p style="line-height: 22px; display: inline !important;"&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" color="#000000" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;font&gt;The format of this English language seminar will allow for questions during the presentation (including in French if requested) and an opportunity for more questions at the end.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

    &lt;p style="line-height: 22px;"&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" color="#000000" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;font&gt;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; &lt;strong&gt;The Speakers&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

    &lt;p style="line-height: 22px;"&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" color="#000000" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;font&gt;&lt;font&gt;The seminar will be led by senior bilingual employment lawyer J. Geoffrey Howard of Howard Employment Law who has spent 37 plus years advising employers and employees, including many from France. The French legal perspective will be provided by Ga&lt;/font&gt;&lt;font&gt;ëlle LeBreton, a labour and employment partner with our host firm Gowling WLG’s Paris office. Practical insights about how Canadian employment laws apply in reality will come from Franck Palomba, Managing Director for Zodiac Hurricane Technologies, who has managed teams in both Canada and France.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

    &lt;p style="line-height: 22px;"&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" color="#000000" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;font&gt;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; &lt;strong&gt;Seminar Topics&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

    &lt;p style="line-height: 22px;"&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" color="#000000" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;font&gt;Some of the topics to be covered include:&lt;br&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;font&gt;1. How Canada mandates social security coverages which are less generous in some areas, such as pensions, or not funded by employer and employee contributions, such as basic healthcare, which dramatically reduces “overhead” costs of employees in Canada to employers and deductions from employees’ pay when compared with France.&lt;br&gt;
    &lt;br&gt;&lt;/font&gt; 2. The greater bargaining power enjoyed by Canadian “all employee” unions;&lt;br&gt;
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    3. The more modest regulation of working hours relative to the “35 heures” regime in France along with the cost of having employees working “overtime” in Canada;&lt;br&gt;
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    4. The significantly greater flexibility employers enjoy to terminate (non-unionized) employees in Canada along with the sometimes high cost of severance. Attendees will also learn how employment agreements can clarify and reduce those severance costs.&lt;br&gt;
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    5. The challenges of enforcing non-compete and other post-employment restrictions in Canada which lacks framework legislation on this topic.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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    &lt;p style="line-height: 22px;"&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;" color="#000000"&gt;&lt;font&gt;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; &lt;strong&gt;Who Can/Should Attend&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

    &lt;p style="line-height: 22px;"&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;" color="#000000"&gt;&lt;font&gt;This seminar is open to members of CCIF CW and also members of the CCIF&amp;nbsp; of Toronto. On-line is free to these groups with a $10 charge to cover costs for in person attendees.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

    &lt;p style="line-height: 22px;"&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;" color="#000000"&gt;&lt;font&gt;Non-members can also attend for slightly higher costs: $10 on-line and $20 in person.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

    &lt;p style="line-height: 22px;"&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;" color="#000000"&gt;&lt;font&gt;Here is the link to register for this event:&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href="https://www.ccifwesterncanada.com/event-6521577" target="_blank"&gt;https://ccifwesterncanada.com/event-6521577&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

    &lt;p style="line-height: 22px;"&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;" color="#000000"&gt;&lt;font&gt;This seminar provides valuable insights to:&lt;br&gt;&lt;/font&gt;a) Entrepreneurs who have or will be hiring employees as they launch or expand their business;&lt;br&gt;
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    b) Managers who need to hire, manage and terminate employees in Canada;&lt;br&gt;
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    c) French firms looking to expand into Canada; and&lt;br&gt;
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    d) Employees who want to understand how Canadian employment laws work and better understand their rights.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p style="line-height: 22px;"&gt;&lt;font color="#000000" face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;Please pass this article on to others you know who may want to attend.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p style="line-height: 22px;"&gt;&lt;font color="#000000" face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;See you on March 11!&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p style="line-height: 22px;"&gt;&lt;font color="#000000" face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;- Geoffrey Howard, Partner and Principal at Howard Employment Law&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://www.ccifwesterncanada.com/news/13599565</link>
      <guid>https://www.ccifwesterncanada.com/news/13599565</guid>
      <dc:creator>Eleonore Shaw</dc:creator>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 01:45:14 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Apply to be Executive Director – Chamber of Commerce and Industry France Western Canada (CCIFWC)</title>
      <description>&lt;p style="display: inline !important;"&gt;&lt;font color="#000000" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;font color="#212121" face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 24px;"&gt;Executive Director – Chamber of Commerce and Industry France Western Canada (CCIFWC)&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font color="#000000" face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;font color="#212121"&gt;Location:&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;font color="#212121"&gt;&amp;nbsp;Vancouver, BC (Hybrid)&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font color="#000000" face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;font color="#212121"&gt;Reports to:&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;font color="#212121"&gt;President &amp;amp; Board of Directors&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font color="#000000" face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;font color="#212121"&gt;Term:&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;font color="#212121"&gt;Part-Time, Executive&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font color="#000000" face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;font color="#212121"&gt;Apply by:&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;font color="#212121"&gt;February 15, 2026&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font color="#000000" face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;font color="#212121"&gt;Salary:&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;font color="#212121"&gt;&amp;gt;50k + bonuses&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font color="#000000" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;font color="#212121" face="Ubuntu"&gt;The Opportunity&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font color="#000000" face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;font&gt;The&lt;/font&gt; &lt;strong&gt;&lt;font&gt;Chamber of Commerce and Industry France Western Canada (CCIFWC)&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;font&gt;is the official bridge between French and Canadian business communities across British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Yukon, and the Northwest Territories. As part of the global&lt;/font&gt; &lt;strong&gt;&lt;font&gt;CCI France International&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;font&gt;network, CCIFWC plays a strategic role in supporting cross-border trade, investment, and market entry between France and Western Canada.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font color="#212121" face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;Are you a visionary leader with a passion for international trade and the Western Canadian business landscape? &amp;nbsp;The CCIFWC is seeking a dynamic&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;Executive Director&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;to lead our mission of fostering economic, industrial, and commercial relations between France and Western Canada (BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Yukon, and NWT).&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font color="#212121" face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;As the face of the Chamber, you will bridge the gap between French innovation and Canadian opportunity, managing everything from high-level diplomatic relations to the creation of premiere business events and ongoing operations.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font color="#000000"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;font color="#212121" face="Ubuntu"&gt;Key Responsibilities&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;font color="#212121"&gt;1. Strategic Operations &amp;amp; Governance&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
  &lt;li&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;Execute the Chamber’s strategic plan in close alignment with the Board’s vision, ensuring priorities are translated into actionable initiatives and measurable outcomes.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;Lead and coordinate all day-to-day operations of the CCIFWC, including financial oversight, budgeting, legal compliance, and internal processes, with a hands-on and solutions-oriented approach.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;Act as the operational architect and central coordinator of the Chamber’s activities, overseeing the end-to-end execution of events, programs, and services by aligning stakeholders, partners, and internal resources.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;Serve as the primary liaison between the Board of Directors and the operational team, ensuring clear communication, effective governance, and smooth implementation of strategic and operational decisions.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"&gt;&lt;font color="#212121" style=""&gt;2. Membership Acquisition &amp;amp; Success&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/font&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
  &lt;li&gt;&lt;font color="#212121" face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;Drive the growth of our membership base across Western Canada.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li&gt;&lt;font color="#212121" face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;Develop and refine membership tiers to provide high-value market entry support and networking opportunities.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li&gt;&lt;font color="#212121" face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;Foster a "member-first" culture, ensuring retention through consistent value delivery.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font color="#000000" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;font color="#212121" face="Ubuntu"&gt;3. Events &amp;amp; Service Creation&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
  &lt;li&gt;&lt;font color="#212121" face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;Design and execute signature events (Galas, Beaujolais Nouveau, business briefings, trade missions, etc.).&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li&gt;&lt;font color="#212121" face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;Oversee the "Soft Landing" and "Business Matchmaking" services for French companies entering the Canadian market and vice versa.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font color="#000000" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;font color="#212121" face="Ubuntu"&gt;4. Diplomatic &amp;amp; Stakeholder Relations&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
  &lt;li&gt;&lt;font color="#212121" face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;Act as a key spokesperson and ambassador for the CCIFWC.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li&gt;&lt;font color="#212121" face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;Cultivate relationships with the Consulate General of France, provincial governments, the global CCI France International and Business France networks.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li&gt;&lt;font color="#212121" face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;Strengthen ties with local Canadian chambers and economic development agencies.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font color="#000000" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;font color="#212121" face="Ubuntu"&gt;What We Are Looking For&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
  &lt;li&gt;&lt;font color="#212121" face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Bilingualism:&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;Fluency in both&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;English and French&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;is essential.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li&gt;&lt;font color="#212121" face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Experience:&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;5+ years in executive leadership, ideally within a non-profit, chamber of commerce, or international business development role.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li&gt;&lt;font color="#212121" face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Networker Extraordinaire:&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;Proven ability to build high-level partnerships across different cultures and industries.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li&gt;&lt;font color="#212121" face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Entrepreneurial Spirit:&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;You don’t just manage; you create. You see revenue opportunities and service gaps before others do.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li&gt;&lt;font color="#212121" face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Cross-Border Knowledge:&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;A solid understanding of the CETA (Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement) and the economic drivers of Western Canada.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li&gt;&lt;font color="#212121" face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Canadian Business Affairs Knowledge:&lt;/strong&gt; You are knowledgeable on the Western Canadian Business ecosystems and key business stakeholders.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font color="#000000" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;font color="#212121" face="Ubuntu"&gt;Why Join Us?&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
  &lt;li&gt;&lt;strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Ubuntu; font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;font&gt;Lead and scale a growing organization at a pivotal moment for France–Canada trade&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font color="#000000" face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;font&gt;Take full ownership of CCIFWC’s development, driving strategy, operations, and growth as the Chamber expands its role in Western Canada’s international business ecosystem.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
  &lt;li&gt;&lt;font color="#000000" face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;font&gt;A hands-on executive role with real decision-making authority&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;font color="#000000" face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;font&gt;Go beyond representation to actively shape operations, launch new services, optimize revenue streams, and translate strategic vision into concrete, measurable impact.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
  &lt;li&gt;&lt;font color="#000000" face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;font&gt;Build, connect, and deliver across borders&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;font color="#000000" face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;font&gt;Work directly with entrepreneurs, executives, and institutions to create practical business opportunities, design high-value programs, and support companies navigating the France–Canada market entry and expansion.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font color="#000000" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;font color="#212121" face="Ubuntu"&gt;How to Apply&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font color="#212121" face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter (in both languages) to&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;engagement@ccifwesterncanada.com&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;with the subject line:&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;"Executive Director Application – [Your Name]"&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font color="#000000" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;em&gt;&lt;font color="#212121" face="Ubuntu"&gt;CCIFWC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://www.ccifwesterncanada.com/news/13589741</link>
      <guid>https://www.ccifwesterncanada.com/news/13589741</guid>
      <dc:creator>Eleonore Shaw</dc:creator>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 20:46:35 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>CCI France International Awards 2026 | Call for Applications</title>
      <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" color="#000000" face="Ubuntu"&gt;&lt;img src="https://www.ccifwesterncanada.com/resources/Pictures/Trophe%CC%81es%20CCI%20Inter%20Logo.png" alt="" title="" border="0"&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" color="#000000" face="Ubuntu"&gt;The &lt;strong&gt;CCI France International Awards 2026&lt;/strong&gt; will take place on &lt;strong&gt;Monday, June 22, 2026&lt;/strong&gt;, at the iconic &lt;strong&gt;Pavillon d’Armenonville in Paris&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" color="#000000" face="Ubuntu"&gt;This flagship international ceremony celebrates companies with proven international success, recognizing excellence in &lt;strong&gt;export performance, entrepreneurship, sustainability, and global expansion&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" color="#000000" face="Ubuntu"&gt;Often referred to as the &lt;strong&gt;“Awards of the Awards,”&lt;/strong&gt; the event brings together companies that were &lt;strong&gt;already award winners in 2025&lt;/strong&gt; within the CCI France International network, offering them visibility on an international stage.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" color="#000000" face="Ubuntu"&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" color="#000000" face=".Apple Color Emoji UI"&gt;⏰&amp;nbsp;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Application Deadline: Sunday, February 15, 2026&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 16px;" color="#000000" face="Ubuntu"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Who Can Apply?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" color="#000000" face="Ubuntu"&gt;Companies that were &lt;strong&gt;recognized in 2025 by a CCI France International Chamber&lt;/strong&gt; may apply to the &lt;strong&gt;CCI France International Awards 2026&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" color="#000000" face="Ubuntu"&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" color="#000000" face=".Apple Color Emoji UI"&gt;  &amp;nbsp;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Award Categories&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" color="#000000" face="Ubuntu"&gt;Applications are open in &lt;strong&gt;six award categories&lt;/strong&gt;:&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
  &lt;li&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" face="Ubuntu"&gt;Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR / RSE)&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" face="Ubuntu"&gt;French Entrepreneur Abroad&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" face="Ubuntu"&gt;Export Performance&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" face="Ubuntu"&gt;Foreign Company Established in France&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" face="Ubuntu"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;French Company Established Abroad&lt;/strong&gt;*&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" face="Ubuntu"&gt;Special Jury Award&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" color="#000000" face="Ubuntu"&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" color="#000000" face=".Apple Color Emoji UI"&gt;  &amp;nbsp;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Application Forms:&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__marketing.ccifi.net_email-5Fmarketing-5Fclick.html-3Fx-3Da62e-26co-3D9SBt-26lc-3Dbrmu-26mc-3Ds-26s-3DS6GM-26u-3D1-26z-3Dybh2z69-26&amp;amp;d=DwMFaQ&amp;amp;c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&amp;amp;r=M-OIi4m4Bd1Qw37ySFlcf0BHzIRmSJ7pBYTAvdy7Uv0&amp;amp;m=EXXQGPPWFspayG3ljrkqkHU2bdLaI01YItiC9GH5wnkOzOgqwTlgsPWxx8vzKUOA&amp;amp;s=XXkYym4-1gB1XdGWfl_8AWZmOvdxOdZBF2bsEu56y2w&amp;amp;e=" target="_blank"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Français&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; &lt;strong&gt;|&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__marketing.ccifi.net_email-5Fmarketing-5Fclick.html-3Fx-3Da62e-26co-3D9SBt-26lc-3DbrmP-26mc-3Ds-26s-3DS6GM-26u-3D1-26z-3DyzMobsl-26&amp;amp;d=DwMFaQ&amp;amp;c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&amp;amp;r=M-OIi4m4Bd1Qw37ySFlcf0BHzIRmSJ7pBYTAvdy7Uv0&amp;amp;m=EXXQGPPWFspayG3ljrkqkHU2bdLaI01YItiC9GH5wnkOzOgqwTlgsPWxx8vzKUOA&amp;amp;s=-E6odVXTVIvGqxkzmEmk7imez6YBs8iTn7lfDyjOa6E&amp;amp;e=" target="_blank"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;English&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" color="#000000" face="Ubuntu"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;*Special Conditions – French Company Established Abroad&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" color="#000000" face="Ubuntu"&gt;This &lt;strong&gt;award category&lt;/strong&gt; recognizes a &lt;strong&gt;successful international expansion by a French company&lt;/strong&gt;, carried out with the support of a &lt;strong&gt;CCI France International Chamber&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" color="#000000" face="Ubuntu"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" color="#000000" face="Ubuntu"&gt;⚠️&lt;/font&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" color="#000000" face="Ubuntu"&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/font&gt;Please note:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

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&lt;p&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" color="#000000" face="Ubuntu"&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" color="#000000" face=".Apple Color Emoji UI"&gt;  &amp;nbsp;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;strong&gt;French Company Established Abroad –&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__marketing.ccifi.net_email-5Fmarketing-5Fclick.html-3Fx-3Da62e-26co-3D9SBt-26lc-3Dbrm3-26mc-3Ds-26s-3DS6GM-26u-3D1-26z-3DynRzon0-26&amp;amp;d=DwMFaQ&amp;amp;c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&amp;amp;r=M-OIi4m4Bd1Qw37ySFlcf0BHzIRmSJ7pBYTAvdy7Uv0&amp;amp;m=EXXQGPPWFspayG3ljrkqkHU2bdLaI01YItiC9GH5wnkOzOgqwTlgsPWxx8vzKUOA&amp;amp;s=GxJcdZ2OTV4-WfbVfRmvmdOTNcNHzM8D1FcpHKpqk4M&amp;amp;e=" target="_blank"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Application Form&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" color="#000000" face="Ubuntu"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

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&lt;p&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 16px;" color="#000000" face="Ubuntu"&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 16px;" color="#000000" face=".Apple Color Emoji UI"&gt;  &amp;nbsp;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;strong&gt;CCI France International Chambers – ESG Action Award&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" color="#000000" face="Ubuntu"&gt;&lt;em&gt;(separate applicant group, clearly distinct)&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" color="#000000" face="Ubuntu"&gt;The &lt;strong&gt;CCI FI ESG Action Award&lt;/strong&gt; will be presented on &lt;strong&gt;Tuesday, June 23, 2026&lt;/strong&gt;, during the CCI France International General Assembly.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;span style=""&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

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&lt;p&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" color="#000000" face="Ubuntu"&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" color="#000000" face=".Apple Color Emoji UI"&gt;  &amp;nbsp;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;strong&gt;ESG Action Award –&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__marketing.ccifi.net_email-5Fmarketing-5Fclick.html-3Fx-3Da62e-26co-3D9SBt-26lc-3DbrmM-26mc-3Ds-26s-3DS6GM-26u-3D1-26z-3Dyynow0F-26&amp;amp;d=DwMFaQ&amp;amp;c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&amp;amp;r=M-OIi4m4Bd1Qw37ySFlcf0BHzIRmSJ7pBYTAvdy7Uv0&amp;amp;m=EXXQGPPWFspayG3ljrkqkHU2bdLaI01YItiC9GH5wnkOzOgqwTlgsPWxx8vzKUOA&amp;amp;s=Qte0xd9NeOhgjPkIDG5NSFuq_7hmIwQMCAjujelWUVg&amp;amp;e=" target="_blank"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Application Form&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

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&lt;p&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" color="#000000" face="Ubuntu"&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 16px;" color="#000000"&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 16px;" color="#000000" face=".Apple Color Emoji UI"&gt;  &amp;nbsp;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;strong&gt;2025 Highlights&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" color="#000000" face="Ubuntu"&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" color="#000000"&gt;Discover last year’s edition and the companies recognized in &lt;strong&gt;2025&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

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&lt;p&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" color="#000000" face="Ubuntu"&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" color="#000000" face=".Apple Color Emoji UI"&gt;  &amp;nbsp;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8QK3gGeCBXU"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Watch the 2025 Awards Video&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

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&lt;p&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" color="#000000" face="Ubuntu"&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" color="#000000"&gt;Full details about the Awards ceremony and eligibility criteria:&amp;nbsp;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

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&lt;p&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" color="#000000" face="Ubuntu"&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" color="#000000"&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 13px;" color="#000000" face=".Apple Color Emoji UI"&gt;  &amp;nbsp;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Visit the official&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__marketing.ccifi.net_email-5Fmarketing-5Fclick.html-3Fx-3Da62e-26co-3D9SBt-26lc-3DbrmK-26mc-3Ds-26s-3DS6GM-26u-3D1-26z-3DyU0I9no-26&amp;amp;d=DwMFaQ&amp;amp;c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&amp;amp;r=M-OIi4m4Bd1Qw37ySFlcf0BHzIRmSJ7pBYTAvdy7Uv0&amp;amp;m=EXXQGPPWFspayG3ljrkqkHU2bdLaI01YItiC9GH5wnkOzOgqwTlgsPWxx8vzKUOA&amp;amp;s=0oDgzbNF46sOY8rCtm0l1sMGA0rrgTlxrxB-yPtFwxE&amp;amp;e="&gt;&lt;strong&gt;CCI France International Awards website&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://www.ccifwesterncanada.com/news/13587858</link>
      <guid>https://www.ccifwesterncanada.com/news/13587858</guid>
      <dc:creator>Eleonore Shaw</dc:creator>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 03:39:49 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Call for Applications: Future On Stage at Maison&amp;Objet (September 2026)</title>
      <description>&lt;h2 data-start="153" data-end="227"&gt;Call for Applications: Future On Stage at Maison&amp;amp;Objet (September 2026)&lt;/h2&gt;

&lt;p data-start="229" data-end="509"&gt;CCI France Western Canada is pleased to relay an &lt;strong data-start="278" data-end="308"&gt;open call for applications&lt;/strong&gt; for &lt;strong data-start="313" data-end="332"&gt;Future On Stage&lt;/strong&gt;, a program dedicated to &lt;strong data-start="357" data-end="406"&gt;emerging designers and creative entrepreneurs&lt;/strong&gt;, taking place during the &lt;strong data-start="432" data-end="499"&gt;September 2026 edition of Maison&amp;amp;Objet&lt;/strong&gt; in Paris.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="511" data-end="696"&gt;Future On Stage supports &lt;strong data-start="536" data-end="582"&gt;young brands, startups, and design studios&lt;/strong&gt; in the fields of &lt;strong data-start="600" data-end="637"&gt;design, home décor, and lifestyle&lt;/strong&gt;, with a strong focus on &lt;strong data-start="662" data-end="695"&gt;innovation and sustainability&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;h3 data-start="698" data-end="742"&gt;Selected participants will benefit from:&lt;/h3&gt;

&lt;ul data-start="743" data-end="945"&gt;
  &lt;li data-start="743" data-end="803"&gt;
    &lt;p data-start="745" data-end="803"&gt;A &lt;strong data-start="747" data-end="772"&gt;free exhibition space&lt;/strong&gt; at the heart of Maison&amp;amp;Objet&lt;/p&gt;
  &lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li data-start="804" data-end="871"&gt;
    &lt;p data-start="806" data-end="871"&gt;&lt;strong data-start="806" data-end="834"&gt;International visibility&lt;/strong&gt; within the global design ecosystem&lt;/p&gt;
  &lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li data-start="872" data-end="945"&gt;
    &lt;p data-start="874" data-end="945"&gt;Opportunities to connect with &lt;strong data-start="904" data-end="945"&gt;media, buyers, and strategic partners&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
  &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;h3 data-start="947" data-end="967"&gt;Key information:&lt;/h3&gt;

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  &lt;li data-start="968" data-end="1010"&gt;
    &lt;p data-start="970" data-end="1010"&gt;&lt;strong data-start="970" data-end="986"&gt;Event dates:&lt;/strong&gt; September 10–14, 2026&lt;/p&gt;
  &lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li data-start="1011" data-end="1042"&gt;
    &lt;p data-start="1013" data-end="1042"&gt;&lt;strong data-start="1013" data-end="1026"&gt;Location:&lt;/strong&gt; Paris, France&lt;/p&gt;
  &lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li data-start="1043" data-end="1088"&gt;
    &lt;p data-start="1045" data-end="1088"&gt;&lt;strong data-start="1045" data-end="1070"&gt;Application deadline:&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;strong data-start="1071" data-end="1088"&gt;March 6, 2026&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
  &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p data-start="1090" data-end="1165"&gt;&lt;strong data-start="1093" data-end="1118"&gt;Learn more and apply:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br data-start="1118" data-end="1121"&gt;
&lt;em data-start="1121" data-end="1165"&gt;&lt;a href="https://www.maison-objet.com/en/paris/future-on-stage-call-for-applications" target="_blank"&gt;Future On Stage – Open Call (Maison&amp;amp;Objet)&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="1167" data-end="1327"&gt;We encourage members of our community to &lt;strong data-start="1208" data-end="1234"&gt;share this opportunity&lt;/strong&gt; with young designers, studios, and creative entrepreneurs who may benefit from this program.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://www.ccifwesterncanada.com/news/13585501</link>
      <guid>https://www.ccifwesterncanada.com/news/13585501</guid>
      <dc:creator>Eleonore Shaw</dc:creator>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 19:09:50 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Focusing on Francophone Immigration Outside Quebec: Why 2026 Is a Golden Opportunity for Bilingual French Speakers from France in Western Canada</title>
      <description>&lt;p align="center"&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;img src="https://www.ccifwesterncanada.com/resources/Pictures/Image.jpg" alt="" title="" border="0" width="391" height="259"&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;As we step into 2026, Canada continues to shine as a top destination for those seeking new opportunities and a fresh start. Among its regions, Western Canada stands out as an exciting prospect for French speakers looking to relocate. Despite a slight reduction in overall permanent resident admissions this year, demand for bilingual French-English professionals remains strong, especially in provinces such as British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Yukon, and the Northwest Territories.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;In this article, we’ll explore why French-speaking individuals, particularly from France, are increasingly drawn to Western Canada, and how local employers are eager to attract bilingual talent to fill critical roles. The new year brings great opportunities for those ready to make the leap.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;span&gt;1. Canada’s Renewed Focus on Francophone Immigration&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;Canada’s immigration strategy has long emphasized linguistic diversity, and 2026 is no exception. The federal government, through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), aims to admit 30,267 French-speaking permanent residents, representing 9% of total immigration intake, up from 8.5% in 2025. This steady increase reflects Canada’s commitment to strengthening Francophone communities outside Quebec.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;Here’s the key takeaway: while French is highly valued for cultural and community reasons, English remains the dominant workplace language in Western Canada,&lt;font face="Ubuntu"&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;particularly in sectors such as technology, healthcare, and construction.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;2. Where the Jobs Are: Western Canada’s Professional Landscape&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;French-speaking immigrants who also speak English are well-positioned to thrive in sectors such as:&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
  &lt;li&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Technology&lt;/strong&gt;: Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, and Saskatoon are tech hubs with a growing demand for skilled professionals.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Healthcare and Social Services&lt;/strong&gt;: Urban and rural communities need healthcare workers to serve diverse populations.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Construction and Skilled Trades&lt;/strong&gt;: Infrastructure projects across Western Canada are booming, creating opportunities for skilled labour.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Education&lt;/strong&gt;: French or bilingual teachers in elementary and secondary schools, and early childhood educators, are in demand.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 16px;" face="Ubuntu"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;3. A New Year, A New Beginning&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 16px;" face="Ubuntu"&gt;Whether you’re drawn to Vancouver’s vibrant city life, Alberta’s energy sector, Saskatchewan’s prairies, or the majestic landscapes of Yukon and the Northwest Territories, Western Canada offers a wealth of opportunities for bilingual French-English speakers. Your language skills are not just a career advantage, they’re a bridge to thriving in multicultural communities.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 16px;" face="Ubuntu"&gt;2026 is your year to take the leap. Bonne chance in your new journey!&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 16px;" face="Ubuntu"&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 16px;" face="Ubuntu"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;About the Author:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br&gt;
This article is brought to you by Sandrine Bunch, Vice-Chair of the People, Leadership &amp;amp; Culture Committee at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry France Western Canada (CCIFWC), dedicated to fostering collaboration between France and Western Canada.&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 16px;" face="Ubuntu"&gt;If you’re considering moving to Canada, reach out for expert guidance, valuable resources, and networking opportunities to help you succeed in Western Canada. Bienvenue!&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;font style="font-size: 16px;" face="Ubuntu"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Contact:&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;a href="mailto:people@ccifwesterncanada.com"&gt;people@ccifwesterncanada.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;&lt;font face="Ubuntu" style="font-size: 16px;"&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://www.ccifwesterncanada.com/news/13584851</link>
      <guid>https://www.ccifwesterncanada.com/news/13584851</guid>
      <dc:creator>Sandrine Bunch</dc:creator>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2025 22:35:32 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>France–Canada Talent Mobility: Fueling Bilateral Business Growth - A recap of the People, Leadership &amp; Culture Sector Committee launch event</title>
      <description>&lt;p data-start="390" data-end="776"&gt;&lt;img src="https://www.ccifwesterncanada.com/resources/Pictures/ZodiacOct30.png" alt="" title="" border="0"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="390" data-end="776"&gt;On October 30th, CCI France Western Canada hosted its first Sector Committee event under &lt;strong data-start="488" data-end="520"&gt;People, Leadership &amp;amp; Culture&lt;/strong&gt;, gathering human resources leaders, business executives, global mobility specialists, and internationally trained professionals for a thoughtful discussion on &lt;strong data-start="680" data-end="713"&gt;France–Canada Talent Mobility&lt;/strong&gt; and its role in shaping economic growth across Western Canada.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="778" data-end="1051"&gt;The hybrid panel brought together diverse perspectives from industry, immigration, and workforce strategy, and highlighted the unique opportunities bilingual and internationally mobile talent bring to organizations navigating growth, innovation, and global competitiveness.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="1053" data-end="1360"&gt;We extend our appreciation to our moderator and panelists:&lt;br data-start="1111" data-end="1114"&gt;
&lt;strong data-start="1114" data-end="1140"&gt;Julie Dumenc (Aritzia)&lt;/strong&gt; • &lt;strong data-start="1143" data-end="1197"&gt;Alexandra Veyet (BA Blacktop / VINCI Construction)&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br data-start="1197" data-end="1200"&gt;
&lt;strong data-start="1200" data-end="1250"&gt;Franck Palomba (Zodiac Hurricane Technologies)&lt;/strong&gt; • &lt;strong data-start="1253" data-end="1292"&gt;Sandrine Bunch (Cerise Immigration)&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br data-start="1292" data-end="1295"&gt;
with opening remarks from &lt;strong&gt;Caroline Clark (Hungerford Properties)&lt;/strong&gt;, Committee Co-Chair, and closing insights from &lt;strong data-start="1322" data-end="1359"&gt;Isabelle Vigneault (Anywr Canada)&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="1362" data-end="1530"&gt;We also warmly thank &lt;strong data-start="1383" data-end="1399"&gt;Anywr Canada&lt;/strong&gt;, &lt;strong data-start="1401" data-end="1426"&gt;Howard Employment Law&lt;/strong&gt;, &lt;strong data-start="1428" data-end="1444"&gt;Terra Breads&lt;/strong&gt;, and the &lt;strong data-start="1454" data-end="1495"&gt;Consul General of France in Vancouver&lt;/strong&gt; for their partnership and support.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;h2 data-start="1537" data-end="1559"&gt;&lt;strong data-start="1540" data-end="1559"&gt;7 Key Takeaways&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;

&lt;p data-start="1561" data-end="1779"&gt;&lt;strong data-start="1561" data-end="1632"&gt;1. International mobility is a strategic asset — not a backup plan.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br data-start="1632" data-end="1635"&gt;
Companies increasingly rely on bilingual and cross-culturally adept talent to support innovation, operational agility, and global collaboration.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="1781" data-end="2019"&gt;&lt;strong data-start="1781" data-end="1845"&gt;2. Bilingualism offers a unique advantage in Western Canada.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br data-start="1845" data-end="1848"&gt;
French-speaking professionals have access to immigration pathways that are more accessible and flexible, allowing employers to recruit and onboard talent more efficiently.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="2021" data-end="2243"&gt;&lt;strong data-start="2021" data-end="2083"&gt;3. The VIE Program remains a powerful leadership pipeline.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br data-start="2083" data-end="2086"&gt;
Many organizations shared how VIE placements often lead to long-term employment and strong leadership growth, benefiting both the individual and the company.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="2245" data-end="2502"&gt;&lt;strong data-start="2245" data-end="2338"&gt;4. Effective mobility requires alignment across HR, leadership, and immigration strategy.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br data-start="2338" data-end="2341"&gt;
When workforce planning, visa pathways, onboarding, and retention planning are coordinated from the start, organizations see stronger outcomes and less friction.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="2504" data-end="2696"&gt;&lt;strong data-start="2504" data-end="2548"&gt;5. Retention begins long before arrival.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br data-start="2548" data-end="2551"&gt;
Housing support, logistical assistance, cultural adaptation, and workplace mentorship significantly improve integration and long-term engagement.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="2698" data-end="2874"&gt;&lt;strong data-start="2698" data-end="2785"&gt;6. Cost of living in Vancouver remains a challenge — but community support matters.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br data-start="2785" data-end="2788"&gt;
Belonging, connection, and shared culture are key drivers of retention and well-being.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="2876" data-end="3050"&gt;&lt;strong data-start="2876" data-end="2943"&gt;7. Mobility strengthens organizations — and strengthens people.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br data-start="2943" data-end="2946"&gt;
Cross-border experience builds resilience, adaptability, empathy, and international leadership capacity.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;h2 data-start="3057" data-end="3097"&gt;&lt;strong data-start="3060" data-end="3097"&gt;From Strategy to Human Experience&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;

&lt;p data-start="3099" data-end="3248"&gt;A particularly resonant moment came when the discussion shifted toward the &lt;strong data-start="3174" data-end="3207"&gt;emotional and human dimension&lt;/strong&gt; of relocation.&lt;br data-start="3222" data-end="3225"&gt;
As one panelist shared:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;blockquote data-start="3250" data-end="3381"&gt;
  &lt;p data-start="3252" data-end="3381"&gt;&lt;em data-start="3252" data-end="3381"&gt;“Mobility is not just a professional transition — it is a human one. Support and empathy are what make the journey successful.”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;/blockquote&gt;

&lt;p data-start="3383" data-end="3502"&gt;This theme echoed throughout the conversation: practical planning matters, but &lt;strong data-start="3462" data-end="3501"&gt;belonging is what makes people stay&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;h2 data-start="3509" data-end="3529"&gt;&lt;strong data-start="3512" data-end="3529"&gt;Looking Ahead&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;

&lt;p data-start="3531" data-end="3623"&gt;This event marks the beginning of a deeper series of exchanges led by our Sector Committees:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ul data-start="3625" data-end="3761"&gt;
  &lt;li data-start="3625" data-end="3657"&gt;
    &lt;p data-start="3627" data-end="3657"&gt;People, Leadership &amp;amp; Culture&lt;/p&gt;
  &lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li data-start="3658" data-end="3694"&gt;
    &lt;p data-start="3660" data-end="3694"&gt;Hospitality, Wine &amp;amp; Art de Vivre&lt;/p&gt;
  &lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li data-start="3695" data-end="3725"&gt;
    &lt;p data-start="3697" data-end="3725"&gt;Energy &amp;amp; Natural Resources&lt;/p&gt;
  &lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li data-start="3726" data-end="3739"&gt;
    &lt;p data-start="3728" data-end="3739"&gt;Aerospace&lt;/p&gt;
  &lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li data-start="3740" data-end="3761"&gt;
    &lt;p data-start="3742" data-end="3761"&gt;Tech &amp;amp; Innovation&lt;/p&gt;
  &lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p data-start="3763" data-end="3905"&gt;Each committee aims to bring members together to &lt;strong data-start="3812" data-end="3871"&gt;learn, collaborate, and open new business opportunities&lt;/strong&gt; across Western Canada and France.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="3907" data-end="4142"&gt;We also launched our new &lt;strong data-start="3932" data-end="3945"&gt;&lt;a href="https://www.ccifwesterncanada.com/Career-Board" target="_blank"&gt;Job Board&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;, where members may post opportunities and candidate profiles during the trial period.&lt;br data-start="4031" data-end="4034"&gt;
This is one of the many ways we are helping companies and professionals &lt;strong data-start="4106" data-end="4141"&gt;connect talent with opportunity&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;h2 data-start="4359" data-end="4384"&gt;&lt;strong data-start="4362" data-end="4384"&gt;Join the Community&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;

&lt;p data-start="4386" data-end="4571"&gt;Whether you are a business leader, a professional navigating your own international journey, or a company exploring growth across France and Western Canada — we invite you to take part.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="4573" data-end="4688"&gt;&lt;strong data-start="4576" data-end="4595"&gt;&lt;a href="https://www.ccifwesterncanada.com/join-us" target="_blank"&gt;Become a member&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br data-start="4595" data-end="4598"&gt;
&lt;strong data-start="4601" data-end="4628"&gt;Join a Sector Committee&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br data-start="4628" data-end="4631"&gt;
&lt;strong data-start="4634" data-end="4688"&gt;Share your voice, your experience, your leadership&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="4690" data-end="4743"&gt;&lt;strong data-start="4690" data-end="4715"&gt;Go West to Grow West.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;
Event slides:&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href="https://www.ccifwesterncanada.com/resources/Documents/CCI%20France-Canada%20Talent%20Mobility%202025OCT30.pdf" target="_blank"&gt;CCI France-Canada Talent Mobility 2025OCT30.pdf&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://www.ccifwesterncanada.com/news/13559743</link>
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      <dc:creator>Christine Socasau</dc:creator>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Sep 2025 00:38:52 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>France &amp; Western Canada: A Bold Connection Waiting to Grow</title>
      <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;img src="https://www.ccifwesterncanada.com/resources/Pictures/event-picture.jpg" alt="" title="" border="0" width="160" height="160" style="font-weight: normal;"&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;There are moments in life and business when the right move isn’t just&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;span style="font-weight: normal;"&gt;about opportunity,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;it’s about alignment.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;For French professionals, entrepreneurs, and companies with an international spirit,&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Western Canada offers something few places can: space to breathe, to build, to become.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Not because it’s empty. But because it’s open.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Open to fr&lt;strong&gt;&lt;span style="font-weight: normal;"&gt;esh ideas. Open to human connection. Open to new ways of living and working, beyond the fast lanes of global hubs, and outside the expected pathways of international expansion.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;It’s not about “going where everyone else is going”. It’s about going where you can grow.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Beyond the Postcard: What the West Really Offers&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;We all know the image: snow-capped mountains, Pacific waves, glass towers in Vancouver,&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;the Rockies rising behind Calgary. The beauty is real, but what makes Western Canada compelling for French talent and businesses goes deeper. It’s the mindset.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Here, you’ll find a culture of:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
  &lt;li&gt;Pragmatism with heart, where innovation meets humility&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li&gt;Global curiosity where diversity isn’t a buzzword, it’s a way of life&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li&gt;Balance where ambition and well-being aren’t seen as opposites&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p&gt;For French professionals, the West can feel like a reset button, a place where you can redefine your own rhythm, in work and in life.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;For French C&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;ompanies: Not Just a Market, a New Frontier&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Western Canada is more than a regional economy; it’s a launchpad. Not just into North America, but into new ways of doing business.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;This is a region that values:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
  &lt;li&gt;Sustainable solutions over short-term wins&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li&gt;Long-term collaboration over quick deals&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;li&gt;Innovation that serves communities&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Whether you’re a French startup in clean tech, a heritage brand in beauty or gastronomy, or an industrial player in energy, Western Canada isn’t just waiting, it’s listening.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;The French reputation for quality, creativity and expertise resonates here. But there’s still room to stand out. To be the first. To write a new chapter in your inter&lt;strong&gt;&lt;span style="font-weight: normal;"&gt;national story.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;And thanks to strong local institutions like the Chamber of Commerce and Industry France Western Canada (CCIFWC), you’re not navigating unthinkingly. You’re joining a conversation already in motion.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Time to Build the Bridge Between France and the West&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Whether you’re a French professional looking for new career horizons, a business ready to expand or invest abroad, or an entrepreneur looking for a market that supports growth and innovation, look West.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;And with the CCIFWC on the ground, you won’t be doing it alone.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Ready to explore new ground? We’re here to help you connect the dots.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Join the Conversat&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;ion in October&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Western Canada should not be viewed as a secondary option but rather as a strategic&amp;nbsp;destination for international mobility and cross-border collaboration.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;To explore this important topic further, the People, Leadership &amp;amp; Culture Committee will host a special event on October 30, 2025, focusing on France–Canada mobility with a spotlight on opportunities in Western Canada.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Reach out to us at &lt;a href="mailto:info@ccifwesterncanada.com" target="_blank"&gt;info@ccifwesterncanada.com&lt;/a&gt;, we would love to hear from you.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://www.ccifwesterncanada.com/news/13539648</link>
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      <dc:creator>Christine Socasau</dc:creator>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2025 22:48:50 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Exclusive Member Discount: Vancouver Whitecaps vs. Philadelphia Union</title>
      <description>&lt;p data-start="153" data-end="278"&gt;We're excited to offer our members an &lt;strong data-start="192" data-end="214"&gt;exclusive discount&lt;/strong&gt; on tickets for the upcoming &lt;strong data-start="243" data-end="269"&gt;Vancouver Whitecaps FC&lt;/strong&gt; match!&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="153" data-end="278"&gt;&lt;strong data-start="280" data-end="292"&gt;&amp;nbsp;Date:&lt;/strong&gt; Saturday, September 13, 2025&lt;br&gt;
&lt;strong data-start="324" data-end="337"&gt;&amp;nbsp;Venue:&lt;/strong&gt; BC Place Stadium&lt;br&gt;
&lt;strong data-start="357" data-end="369"&gt;⚔ Match:&lt;/strong&gt; Vancouver Whitecaps FC vs. Philadelphia Union&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="153" data-end="278"&gt;&lt;strong data-start="648" data-end="685"&gt;Member Tickets Start at Just $37!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="419" data-end="525"&gt;Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to enjoy a thrilling match and connect with fellow Chamber members.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="527" data-end="624"&gt;&lt;strong data-start="530" data-end="567"&gt;&lt;a href="https://am.ticketmaster.com/whitecaps/promotional-page?id=MTIxNQ" title="Ticketmaster" target="_blank"&gt;Get Your Discounted Tickets Here.&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="626" data-end="692"&gt;Quantities are limited, so make sure to secure your seats early!&lt;img src="https://www.ccifwesterncanada.com/resources/Pictures/whitecaps%20Philadelphia.png" alt="" title="" border="0"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://www.ccifwesterncanada.com/news/13533836</link>
      <guid>https://www.ccifwesterncanada.com/news/13533836</guid>
      <dc:creator>Christine Socasau</dc:creator>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 01 Aug 2025 21:51:04 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Relive the Highlights: Watch the Full Speeches from Our Launch Reception</title>
      <description>&lt;p data-start="469" data-end="784"&gt;On &lt;strong data-start="472" data-end="488"&gt;July 9, 2025&lt;/strong&gt;, we officially launched &lt;strong data-start="513" data-end="542"&gt;CCI France Western Canada&lt;/strong&gt; with an unforgettable evening of networking, celebration, and vision-sharing. The event brought together members, partners, business leaders, and dignitaries to mark the beginning of a new chapter in &lt;strong data-start="743" data-end="781"&gt;Franco-Canadian economic relations&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="786" data-end="923"&gt;Thanks to the incredible support of our &lt;strong data-start="826" data-end="859"&gt;Prestige Founding Member, RBC&lt;/strong&gt;, we hosted a reception that was both inspiring and impactful.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="925" data-end="1109"&gt;We’re excited to share a short&amp;nbsp;&lt;span data-start="952" data-end="975"&gt;video&lt;/span&gt;, where you can revisit the words of our speakers, their insights, and their vision for the future of French-Canadian collaboration.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="1111" data-end="1173"&gt;&lt;strong data-start="1114" data-end="1145"&gt;&lt;a href="https://youtu.be/stgkPDPlVZA" target="_blank"&gt;Watch the Highlights Now!&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="1111" data-end="1173" align="center"&gt;&lt;strong data-start="1114" data-end="1145"&gt;&lt;a href="https://youtu.be/stgkPDPlVZA" target="_blank"&gt;&lt;img src="https://www.ccifwesterncanada.com/resources/Pictures/Video.png" alt="" title="" border="0"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://www.ccifwesterncanada.com/news/13539644</link>
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      <dc:creator>Christine Socasau</dc:creator>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2025 23:05:57 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>In the Media: Our president, Geoffroy Pajot on CBC</title>
      <description>&lt;p data-start="155" data-end="412"&gt;&lt;strong data-start="155" data-end="173"&gt;Geoffroy Pajot&lt;/strong&gt;, President of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry France Western Canada (CCI FWC), was recently featured on &lt;strong data-start="273" data-end="290"&gt;CBC Vancouver&lt;/strong&gt;, where he spoke about the launch of the Chamber and what it means for France–Canada business relations across the region.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="414" data-end="646"&gt;In this short televised segment, Geoffroy shares the vision behind the CCI FWC, the opportunities for collaboration throughout Western Canada, and the value the Chamber brings to French and Canadian businesses alike.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;blockquote data-start="648" data-end="784"&gt;
  &lt;p data-start="650" data-end="784"&gt;“Western Canada is dynamic, diverse, and growing fast — and there’s a real opportunity for French companies to be part of that story.”&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;/blockquote&gt;

&lt;p data-start="786" data-end="900"&gt;&lt;strong data-start="789" data-end="813"&gt;Watch the interview in French:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br data-start="813" data-end="816"&gt;
&lt;a data-start="819" data-end="900" href="https://youtu.be/8yZiRCwu1M0?si=oYwD6CTS4ObE81Q1"&gt;Click here to view on YouTube&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="902" data-end="1028"&gt;The Chamber continues to gain visibility as a bridge between two vibrant business ecosystems — and this is just the beginning.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="1030" data-end="1031"&gt;—&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="1033" data-end="1134"&gt;Interested in getting involved?&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href="https://www.ccifwesterncanada.com/join-us" title="Become a member" target="_blank"&gt;Join us as a member&lt;/a&gt; or &lt;a href="https://www.ccifwesterncanada.com/Board-directors" title="Meet the Team" target="_blank"&gt;reach out to our team&lt;/a&gt; to learn more.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="1136" data-end="1234"&gt;#CCIFWC #FranceCanada #WesternCanada #FrancophoneBusiness #InternationalTrade #InTheMedia #CBCNews #RadioCanada #LeTelejournal&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 24 Jun 2025 09:47:21 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Western Canada’s French Chamber Joins CCI France International’s Global Business Network</title>
      <description>&lt;p data-start="223" data-end="502"&gt;We're thrilled to announce that the &lt;em data-start="260" data-end="325"&gt;Chamber of Commerce and Industry France Western Canada (CCIFWC)&lt;/em&gt; has officially joined the &lt;strong data-start="352" data-end="389"&gt;CCI France International (CCI FI)&lt;/strong&gt; network — a dynamic global community representing more than &lt;strong data-start="450" data-end="501"&gt;120 French Chambers of Commerce in 95 countries&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="504" data-end="932"&gt;This marks a significant milestone in our journey. As of June 24, 2025, at the General Assembly in Paris, our Chamber was formally welcomed into the network, affirming our role as the bridge between &lt;strong data-start="703" data-end="732"&gt;France and Western Canada&lt;/strong&gt;. From British Columbia to Alberta, Saskatchewan, the Yukon and the Northwest Territories, we are proud to represent a region that plays an increasingly strategic role in Canada’s international trade.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="934" data-end="1381"&gt;Joining the CCI FI network means that our members gain access to a &lt;strong data-start="1001" data-end="1066"&gt;worldwide ecosystem of French and French-connected businesses&lt;/strong&gt;, with countless opportunities for connection, collaboration, and growth. Whether you’re a Canadian company looking to expand into Europe or a French business seeking to establish or grow operations in Western Canada, &lt;strong data-start="1284" data-end="1314"&gt;we are here to support you&lt;/strong&gt; — on the ground, in your time zone, and with deep local knowledge.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="1383" data-end="1594"&gt;This official integration also strengthens our cooperation with sister Chambers in &lt;strong data-start="1466" data-end="1499"&gt;Montreal, Quebec, and Toronto&lt;/strong&gt;, forming a truly national footprint for France-Canada business relations, from coast to coast.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="1596" data-end="1774"&gt;We look forward to celebrating this next chapter with you at our &lt;strong data-start="1661" data-end="1700"&gt;launch event in Vancouver on July 9&lt;/strong&gt; — an evening of new beginnings, global connections, and a toast to trade!&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="1776" data-end="1968"&gt;&lt;em data-start="1779" data-end="1816"&gt;Register here – space is limited!&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="1776" data-end="1968"&gt;&lt;em data-start="1779" data-end="1816"&gt;&lt;a href="https://www.ccifwesterncanada.com/resources/Documents/Communiqu%C3%A9%20CCIFWC%20Juin%202025.pdf" target="_blank"&gt;Toast to Trade: Welcome a New Business Era&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
      <link>https://www.ccifwesterncanada.com/news/13513998</link>
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      <dc:creator>Christine Socasau</dc:creator>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 10 Apr 2025 17:22:07 GMT</pubDate>
      <title>Strengthening Franco-Canadian Collaboration in Civil Security and Innovation</title>
      <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="https://files09.oaiusercontent.com/file-3ADbk7VJ5SbWJd4eQP4JA8?se=2025-04-10T17%3A28%3A34Z&amp;amp;sp=r&amp;amp;sv=2024-08-04&amp;amp;sr=b&amp;amp;rscc=max-age%3D299%2C%20immutable%2C%20private&amp;amp;rscd=attachment%3B%20filename%3DA2C2BEE0-A06F-4423-932B-665E0DF51ED8.jpeg&amp;amp;sig=hCQ9/WaasZshm08o/EGL7lv3jzpeNhbcRCUqfdlbtis%3D" alt="Uploaded image" width="261" height="196"&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="340" data-end="595"&gt;On April 9th, 2025, the Chamber of Commerce and Industry France Western Canada had the honour of participating in a high-level networking event that brought together key players in civil protection, crisis management, aerospace, and security technologies.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="597" data-end="878"&gt;Hosted in partnership with &lt;strong data-start="624" data-end="657"&gt;Business France North America&lt;/strong&gt;, the event welcomed a delegation of French companies at the forefront of innovation, including:&lt;br data-start="753" data-end="756"&gt;
&lt;strong data-start="756" data-end="878"&gt;Airbus Helicopters, Shark Robotics, Sopra Steria, Utilis, Systel, AUM Biosync, CRISE, Midgard, ATIC, and TPL Systèmes.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="880" data-end="1187"&gt;The evening was marked by rich dialogue, new synergies, and a shared commitment to strengthening ties between France and Western Canada. These companies—leaders in their respective fields—demonstrated the strategic value of international cooperation in addressing today’s civil and public safety challenges.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="1189" data-end="1421"&gt;We extend our sincere thanks to &lt;strong data-start="1221" data-end="1277"&gt;Nicolas Beaudoin, Consul General of France in Vancouver&lt;/strong&gt;, for her presence and ongoing support, as well as to &lt;strong data-start="1331" data-end="1338"&gt;RBC&lt;/strong&gt; for sponsoring the event and helping make these cross-border connections possible.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p data-start="1423" data-end="1629"&gt;As the Chamber continues to serve as a bridge between French and Canadian business communities, we remain committed to fostering meaningful collaboration, strategic partnerships, and innovation with impact.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
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      <dc:creator>Christine Socasau</dc:creator>
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