What is CABC?
The CABC was founded by a small group of farsighted people who, as early as 1983, saw the enormous business potential between Canada and the Arab world. Today, the CABC board and executive consists of senior level business professionals representing a range of sectors and expertise in Canada and in Arab states.
It also includes top rate lawyers and business people who have lived and worked in the region for many years as well as Canadians of Arab descent who have extensive business in both Canadian and Arab markets. Select former Canadian Ambassadors to the region as well as representatives of provincial and federal governments also bring their expertise to board deliberations.
What is CABC?
The Canada Arab Business Council is Canada’s only not-for-profit association focused exclusively on promoting trade and investment between Canada and the Arab world.
Since 1983, the Council has been the principal advocate for, and the driving force behind, Canada’s growing economic relations with Arab countries in the Middle East and North Africa region. We also work with Arab governments to promote economic relations with Canada.
Who We are
The CABC was founded by a small group of farsighted businessmen who, in 1983, saw the enormous potential for business between Canada and the Arab world….
Why CABC?
CABC includes top-rate lawyers and business people who have lived and worked in the region for many years as well as Canadians of Arab descent who have extensive business in both Canadian and Arab markets…
Our Vision
To be the organization of choice for Canadian companies and government agencies to enable business opportunities in Arab countries…
Our Partners
CABC is pan-Arab in reach because most of our members are interested in more than one Arab market and a broader geographic base allows us to speak…
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Message from the President
As we move into the final quarter of the year, I am pleased to share an update on one of the most important events in the Canada Arab Business Council’s calendar. On October 30, 2025, we will gather at the Ritz-Carlton Toronto for our Annual Business Forum and Gala Dinner under the theme: “Partners in Progress: Strengthening Canada-MENA for a Sustainable Future.”
The Business Forum, taking place in the afternoon, will feature dynamic discussions across three key panels: Trade & Investment, Education & Life Sciences, and Resources & Energy Transition. These conversations will bring together government officials, business leaders, and innovators from Canada and across the MENA region to explore new opportunities for growth and collaboration.
Our Gala Dinner will follow in the evening, providing a unique occasion to celebrate the enduring partnerships that define Canada-MENA relations.
This flagship gathering has become a premier platform to showcase leadership, foster dialogue, and recognize the role of business in driving sustainable progress.
We are delighted to welcome distinguished speakers and guests this year, and I encourage all our members and partners to secure their participation early. Sponsorship opportunities remain available for those wishing to highlight their leadership and strengthen their visibility within this influential network.
I look forward to seeing many of you at the Forum and Gala as we come together to celebrate our achievements and chart the course for the future of Canada-MENA collaboration.
With appreciation,
Cathy Séguin
President & Executive Director
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The CABC is Canada’s only not-for-profit association focused exclusively on bringing the Canadian and Arab business communities together.
