Ontario is the most important trade partner to Michigan, with bilateral trade valued at $44.8 billion in 2020. More than 25% of the $700 billion in annual trade between the U.S. and Canada crosses between Windsor and Detroit, the most active border crossing in North America. The objective of this forum is to provide information on: (1) the current trade between Michigan and Ontario, (2) the major challenges now facing supply chain managers, (3) Michigan manufacturers' challenges and opportunities, (4) and the future of transportation in supply chain.
Please note this forum will be held February 9th 8:30 - 10:00 am on the 1st floor Senate Hearing Room in the Boji Tower 124 West Allegan Street, Lansing, MI. This forum will be jointly hosted by IPPSR and MSU's Canadian Studies Center.
Panelists
- Anne Cascadden, Trade Commissioner at the Consulate General of Canada, Detroit
- Steven Melnyk, Ph. D. Professor of Supply Chain and Operations Management, Michigan State University
- Michael G . Johnston Executive Vice President, Government Affairs and Workforce Development, Michigan Manufacturers Association
- David D. Woodruff, Assistant Vice President & Head of U.S. Public and Government Affairs, CN
Presentations
See Cascadden's presentation (.pdf)
See Melnyk's presentation (.pdf)
See Johnston's presentation (.pdf)
See Woodruff's presentation (.pdf)