Victor Fedeli
@VictorFedeli
Lifelong entrepreneur, 2-term North Bay Mayor, 5-term Nipissing MPP, Ontario’s Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, and Chair of Cabinet
It’s official: Ontario has removed all of its Party-Specific Exceptions under the Canadian Free Trade Agreement. To date, we are the first and only province to do so. We encourage more provinces and territories to join us in tearing down interprovincial trade barriers that…
It was a pleasure to visit Hasslacher’s facility in Carinthia, Austria, where we met with CEO Christoph Kulterer and toured their operations. Ontario’s forestry industry has earned a global reputation for developing innovative and affordable wood-based products. We had a…
A productive meeting with Infineon this morning at their Villach headquarters, one of Austria’s most research-intensive tech facilities. As a global leader in semiconductors for automotive, industrial, and energy sectors, Infineon is developing the chips that make electric…
The Powassan Monster Truck Show brought incredible energy, drawing families, friends, and visitors together for an unforgettable day! From the powerful roar of the engines to the enthusiastic cheers of the crowd, the event showcased not only thrilling performances but also the…
ICYMI: Prior to embarking on our trade and investment mission to London, we spoke with The Daily Express about Ontario’s deep and enduring economic partnership with the United Kingdom. For generations, Ontario businesses have built strong, resilient ties with our partners across…
The United States’ unjustified decision to raise duties on Canadian softwood lumber is yet another measure that will harm workers and businesses on both sides of the border, undermine our integrated supply chains, and put our shared competitiveness at risk. Read our full…
With Clarke from @yourtvnorthbay for our weekly (virtual) update! Tune in to hear about our latest mission and learn more about investments our government is making at home, including $1.2M to connect more people in Nipissing to primary care.
That’s a wrap on our trade mission to Austria and the U.K.! 🇬🇧🇦🇹 From meetings with new and existing partners, to delivering eye-opening speeches that addressed the severity of the U.S. tariff aggressions, our message resonated with new audiences and laid the foundation for more…
As we wrap up our mission in Austria, we extend our sincere thanks to Ontario’s Trade and Investment Office in Germany for their steadfast support. Their deep regional insight and strong local partnerships played a key role in our success. A special thank you to Ernst Lueger,…
Technological advancements are transforming the way the automotive, defence, and aerospace industries all operate, and Ontario is proud to be a part of this generational shift. Spoke with @NXP CTO Lars Reger about the company’s leadership in semiconductor solutions & software…
Met with Georg Kopetz, CEO of TTTech, to discuss their latest work in advancing networking technologies and safety-critical systems. With Ontario recognized as one largest technology sectors in North America, there are great opportunities for synergy with Austria’s research…
Great conversation with Georg Knill, President of the Federation of Austrian Industries, on strengthening industrial ties, expanding trade, and driving innovation. Our message to our European partners is clear and being delivered with confidence: Ontario is committed to…
Proud to represent Ontario on the global stage at the Salzburg Summit’s panel on ‘How to Make Geopolitics Great Again.’ Alongside @DBachGlobal, President of IMD Business School, and @mwitucki, Chairman of the Main Council of the Lewiatan Confederation, we discussed the future…
Kicked off the day at the Salzburg Summit with Maciej Witucki of the Polish Confederation Lewiatan to discuss deepening economic ties between Ontario and Poland. With a strong foundation already in place, we spoke about how our jurisdications may advance shared priorities in…
First established in 2019, the Salzburg Summit provides a forum where leaders from ranging disciplines can share their expertise and insights on economic trends and their societal impact. It was a particular pleasure to chat with David Petraeus, Former Director of the CIA, in…
Honoured to attend the opening of the Salzburg Summit alongside panelists from government, finance, intelligence, and industry, including former CIA Director David Patraeus. Ontario is here to deepen strategic relationships and advance shared solutions to the economic and…
From beverage manufacturing to extreme sports, gaming to racing, @RedBull is a brand synonymous with ingenuity, passion, and excellence both here in Austria and around the world. It was wonderful to meet with Karlheinz Niederreiter, Global Head of Science, Regulatory &…
After two productive days in the U.K., our mission continues onwards in Austria. 🇦🇹 Our message remains clear: Ontario is ready to strengthen trade relations with our European partners and explore synergies across key sectors. Stay tuned for more updates!
Ontario’s Trade and Investment Offices play a vital role in the success of our trade missions, long before wheels are up and long after the mission ends. We extend a sincere thank you to Sophia Arvanitis, Ontario’s Agent-General, and Latham French, Senior Economic Officer for…
