Ireland Canada Business Association

Thank you to everyone who attended the ICBA Maple Leaf Dinner and supported the raffle benefitting the Irish Cancer Society. We extend a special thanks to our speakers, Deputy Simon Coveney and MP James Maloney, for highlighting the strong bond between Ireland and Canada and for their efforts alongside those of Deputy David Stanton in fostering this relationship.Last night, we were reminded of the deep relationship between Ireland and Canada, reflected in our shared history, cultures, and flourishing bilateral trade. As we look to the future, we embrace Ireland-Canada relations with great optimism.Dr Deirdre GiblinJoanne McEnteggartBláithín O'DonnellStew PatersonJames MaloneyMalcolm ByrneChris Collenette

The ICBA is delighted to announce that Deputy Simon Coveney T.D. will deliver the keynote address at the 2024 Maple Leaf Dinner on 17th October in the Intercontinental Hotel. Guests will also get an opportunity to hear an address from James Maloney MP & Chair of the Canada Ireland Interparliamentary Group. For further information, please email events@irelandcanada.com Dr Deirdre GiblinJoanne McEnteggartChris CollenetteBláithín O'Donnell

What are the key takeaways of Budget 2025 for businesses? Graham Attley, International Tax Director with PwC Ireland and Council Member and Treasurer of the ICBA, joins Patrick Haughey to break down the most relevant aspects of this budget for our members. Kate Hickey Dr Deirdre Giblin Chris Collenette Joanne McEnteggart Dan O'Donnell Garrett Monaghan Bláithín O'Donnell Ken Finegan Stew Paterson

New podcast episode: Thanks to former Canadian Ambassador to Ireland, Nancy Smyth, for taking the time to record an interview our podcast series during the final weeks of her term. In conversation with Patrick Haughey, Nancy speaks about her career in public service, why being posted to this role was so significant for her and her family, the achievements of which she is most proud, and what she has learned about Ireland and Irish people during her term. Listen to the full conversation here https://lnkd.in/eHke5v5A Kate Hickey Dr Deirdre Giblin Chris Collenette Graham A. Dan O'Donnell Joanne McEnteggart Bláithín O'Donnell Garrett Monaghan Ken Finegan Suzanne Drisdelle Dave Kyffin Stew Paterson Kevin Vickers

When Terry Fox was 18, he lost his leg from above the knee to osteogenic sarcoma, but found a fierce determination to bring an end to the suffering that cancer causes. On April 12th, 1980 Terry began the ‘Marathon of Hope’ – a cross-Canada run to raise funds for cancer research. The only thing that could have stopped Terry from reaching the Pacific Ocean eventually did. Cancer returned in his lungs and he was forced to stop on September 1st, 1980 after having run 5,373 kilometres in 143 days. Before his death on June 28, 1981, Terry had achieved his once unimaginable goal of $1 for every Canadian. This incredible achievement then set in motion a series of annual Terry Fox Runs which take place in over 25 countries, and raise millions in funding for cancer research. We are delighted that Terry Fox’s brother, Fred Fox, will be joining the Dublin run this September 14th in Dublin’s Herbert Park. Fred joined Patrick Haughey on the Ireland Canada Connection podcast last year and you can hear the full interview here https://lnkd.in/eZH53qMz All funds raised from the Terry Fox Run Ireland will go directly to the Irish Cancer Society – for more information and to register, follow this link https://lnkd.in/e-QRcYFG The Terry Fox Foundation Fred Fox Irish Cancer Society Dave Kyffin Stew Paterson Kate Hickey Dr Deirdre Giblin Chris Collenette Dan O'Donnell Garrett Monaghan Graham A. Bláithín O'Donnell Ken Finegan David Stanton TD Nancy Smyth

Wishing Ambassador Nancy Smyth the very best with the transition back to Canada. The Ireland Canada relationship has flourished with the work that Ambassador Smyth has completed during her time in Ireland. Ambassador Smyth’s energy, vision and commitment to strengthening the many ties that bind Ireland and Canada is to be remembered always. Thank you Ambassador for your support of the ICBA and friendship to our many members.Dr Deirdre GiblinNancy SmythJoanne McEnteggartChris Collenette

The Tyrone Productions documentary 'The Cable that Changed the World' is being broadcast on RTE 1 tonight at 9.35pm. This is the epic story of the first transatlantic communications cable. It reveals how the impossible was overcome and how persistence and patience changed global communications forever.

On 14 September 2024, the Terry Fox Run will take place in Herbert Park , Dublin 4 and run registration is now open. To date nearly €60,000 has been raised for cancer research and support in Ireland! Remember, 100% of Run proceeds go directly to the Irish Cancer Society! To add to the excitement, we'll be joined for the Run by a special guest: Terry's older brother and Terry Fox Foundation ambassador Fred Fox. Please register now at https://lnkd.in/e-QRcYFG

While in Dublin to deliver the keynote address at the ICBA Business Summit 2024, Dr Ailish Campbell , Canada's Ambassador to the European Union, recorded an interview with Patrick Haughey for this special episode of The Ireland Canada Connection podcast series. They speak about Dr Campbell’s Irish heritage, how she was the first person on both sides of her family to go to university, why she was drawn to work in public service and what she loves about it, and they discuss the special relationship between Ireland and Canada and Dr Campbell’s vision for how it can continue to grow and thrive. You can listen to the conversation here https://lnkd.in/gTiYdPQy Suzanne Drisdelle Nancy Smyth Kate Hickey Dr Deirdre Giblin Joanne McEnteggart Chris Collenette Dan O'Donnell David Stanton TD Graham A. Kevin Vickers Garrett Monaghan Bláithín O'Donnell Ken Finegan

The ICBA is delighted that Canadian researchers and organisations can now participate in Horizon Europe as Canada has become the latest non-European country to officially join this well regarded EU research and innovation programme. The European Commission has confirmed that Canadian entities can now participate and form research consortia with other European research organisations to collaborate on global challenges.