Apparel Textile Sourcing Canada has two free seminars that will be of interest to many in the importing Community. ATSC takes place Sept. 29 - Oct. 1, 2025. Toronto
Canadian Apparel Federation Executive Director Bob Kirke will present an overview of key policies, trade statistics and developments from a Canadian perspective. The Canadian Apparel International Trade Policy Update is scheduled for 10:30 AM ET - 11:30 AM ET on Sept. 29.
This wide-ranging presentation is a unique opportunity for companies to hear about tariffs, free trade agreements and other trade issues. The presentation will cover:
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Canadian rules changes for least developed country imports
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Future free trade agreements
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Canadian forced labour and child labour policies
The second trade-related session is: Global Tariffs and Trade in Flux: The consequences of new trade policies - perspectives from suppliers and importers will be held on Sept. 29, 2025, from 12:00 PM EST to 1:00 PM EST.
The United States has initiated major changes to tariff policies in place for most of the last 50 Years. New, exceedingly high tariffs are placing huge stress on the global apparel supply chain. How does this impact Canada, the U.S. & major sourcing countries?
This panel will include United States Fashion Industry Association (USFIA) President Julie Hughes, Canadian Apparel Federation Executive Director Bob Kirke, plus top Chinese and Bangladeshi factory representatives, providing different perspectives on how the global supply chain is adjusting to these new realities.
Admission to each of these sessions is free, with your ATSC registration.