Updates

News and highlights from CanCham Korea and its members.

Canada-Korea
May 8, 2026
South Korea's Minister of Trade, Industry and Energy visited Ottawa in early May to strengthen bilateral cooperation with Canada across hydrogen, critical minerals, defence, and advanced manufacturing. The visit resulted in new agreements on icebreaker research and industrial technology collaboration, reflecting growing momentum in Canada-Korea partnership across energy transition and innovation.
Indo-Pacific News
May 1, 2026
CanChams of the Indo-Pacific recently hosted Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe for a webinar with representatives from 21 chambers worldwide, discussing the province's economic priorities and opportunities in agriculture, energy, and critical minerals. The session highlighted Saskatchewan's $50 billion in annual exports and explored practical pathways for trade and investment partnerships across the Indo-Pacific region.
Canada
April 28, 2026
Canada will host matches during the historic 2026 FIFA World Cup, the first tournament to feature 48 teams and 104 matches across North America. With matches in Vancouver and Toronto, the event will showcase upgraded stadiums and drive significant infrastructure investments across Canadian cities.
Indo-Pacific News
April 17, 2026
Twenty-one Canadian Chambers across the Indo-Pacific signed a historic Memorandum of Understanding in April, forming a coordinated platform to strengthen Canadian business presence and advance joint initiatives across the region. The initiative underscores Canada's growing strategic commitment to Asia, with expanding opportunities in trade, energy, infrastructure, and defence partnerships.
Member News
February 25, 2026
Air Canada is resuming its non-stop seasonal service between Incheon and Montreal starting June 5, 2026, operating four times weekly through October. The return of this direct route offers convenient access to Montreal and major Eastern Canadian cities, including Toronto, Ottawa, and Québec City, with award-winning Air Canada service.
Sustainable building practices roundtable at WSP Seoul headquarters
Member News
February 10, 2026
CanCham Korea co-hosted a roundtable with WSP Korea on February 5, bringing together over 60 industry professionals to explore Korea's sustainable building landscape. The discussion examined LEED certifications, ESG metrics, regulatory impacts, and the balance between sustainability goals and project financing.