- Location
- Zoom
- Series/Type
- Alumni Event, DLSPH Event, Faculty/Staff Event, Student Event
- Format
- Online
- Dates
- June 2, 2026 from 9:00am to 10:30am
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An online panel discussion presented by the 2026 Executive Course on Global Health Diplomacy.
With panelists: Armine Yalnizyan, Natasha Crowcroft & Rohinton Medhora
Moderated By: Garry Aslanyan
Abstract:
With U.S. tariffs and other forms of economic warfare disrupting long‑standing trade relations worldwide, what risks and opportunities does this situation create for Canada’s role in global health including equitable access to goods? As past crises have shown, trade wars can sharply raise the cost and limit the availability of essential medicines, disrupt global and regional level diplomatic efforts, while other regions are looking at stronger regional cooperation and new health partnerships in response to geopolitical crises. This panel brings together key experts and pundits to answer some key questions. How can Canada protect the health of Canadians amid trade volatility? Could diversification strengthen its global health influence? What lessons can Canada draw from other regions adapting to similar trade‑health pressures? Is it finally time for Canada to be serious about a global health strategy?
