The AfriCanada Economic Summit 2026
Theme: Bridging Markets, Mobilizing Capital: Building an Inclusive Investment Future
Date
March 26–27, 2026
Address
Ontario Investment and Trade Centre (OITC)
Toronto, Canada
Who We Are
A Canadian corporation established to promote, support and facilitate Trade, Business and Investment cooperation primarily between Canadian firms and counterparts across Africa.
Our Purpose
The Economic Summit ultimate goal is to explore innovative and cordial ways to further deepen socioeconomic and cultural cooperation between Canada and nations in Africa.
AFRICANADA ECONOMIC
SUMMIT GROUP
- Research & Development
- Cooperation and Partnerships
- Market Development
- Trade Missions
- Projects Development
- Join Venture
- Procurement
- New and Emerging Market Opportunities
- Institutional Relations
EXPONENTIALLY INCREASING CANADA-AFRICA TRADE,
BUSINESS AND INVESTMENT ACTIVITIES
The AfriCanada Economic Summit 2026
Theme: Uniting Capital, Innovation & Opportunity Across both regions - Canada and Africa
Advancing Sustainable Economic Growth Through Innovative Venture and Project Financing
Bridging Markets, Mobilizing Capital: Building an Inclusive Investment Future
Theme: Uniting Capital, Innovation & Opportunity Across both regions - Canada and Africa
Advancing Sustainable Economic Growth Through Innovative Venture and Project Financing
Bridging Markets, Mobilizing Capital: Building an Inclusive Investment Future
Date: March 26–27, 2026
Venue: Ontario Investment and Trade Centre (OITC) Toronto, Canada
Summit overview: The AfriCanada Economic Summit 2026 will convene in Toronto, Canada, as a premier global platform dedicated to accelerating investment, trade, and enterprise development between Africa and Canada. Against the backdrop of deepening South–North economic cooperation, the summit will spotlight:
- Strategic cross-border partnerships
- Inclusive and sustainable capital flows
- Scalable, high-impact ventures transforming industries and communities across continents
Featuring
Investment Leaders and Financial Architects Driving Sustainable Growth:
- Private Equity and Institutional Fund Managers.
- Venture Capitalists and Angel Investors.
- Impact and ESG-Focused Investors.
- Debt Financiers and Structured Finance Experts.
- Family Offices and Alternative Asset Managers.
- Government-backed Investment Promotion Agencies and Development Finance Institutions (DFIs).
Sector Focus:
These stakeholders will engage with transaction-ready opportunities as well as early-stage, high-potential projects across priority sectors including:
- Cleantech
- Infrastructure
- Agribusiness
- HealthTech
- Mining
- Logistics
- FinTech
- Renewable Energy
- Creative Industries, Arts & Culture
- And more…
Further details, including registration, sponsorship, partnership opportunities, and speaker announcements, will follow as planning progresses.
Email: info@africanadasummit.com
Phone: 437-240-2110
Featured Speakers
VIP
The Hon. Doug Ford,
Premier of Ontario
A MESSAGE FROM PREMIER DOUG FORD
Warm greetings and welcome to everyone taking part in the
AfriCanada Economic Summit 2025. Ontario is proud to be home to a flourishing community of people who have roots in the African continent. Their skills and achievements have contributed so much to our economic success story and cultural vitality.
Many thanks to the amazing team at AfriCanada Commerce Exchange Inc for hosting this summit. This is a unique opportunity for leaders, thinkers and innovators to network and take part in thought-provoking discussions about responsible development, digital economy, and other related issues.
Our government will continue working with our partners in our diverse business communities so we can build a strong, resilient and sustainable economy, now and in the future.
Have a productive and inspiring summit.
Doug Ford
Premier of Ontario
Etonia Collier : Host of the AfriCanada Summit 2025
Born and raised in the height of the Sierra Leone civil wars, Etonia Collier came to Canada in 2000 and has achieved many accolades in her field. Etonia Collier is a distinguished Change Management Director at a Canadian Bank, with a wealth of experience in the fields of economics, transformation, and workforce development.
Over the years, Etonia has built a reputation for combining deep academic knowledge with practical insights. She has shown exemplary work in the financial sector, federal government, and consulting firm. Etonia has spearheaded transformative initiatives, including digital modernization, Microsoft 365 adoption, and leading organization change for 20,000 employees to enhance leadership, performance, and workplace culture.
Academically, Etonia holds a Master’s in Economic Policy, a Bachelor’s in Life Sciences (Psychology), and certifications in Prosci® ADKAR, Leadership, and Six Sigma. An acclaimed educator, she has taught Change Management and Economics at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, earning recognition for her teaching excellence.
As the host of AfriCanada, Etonia fosters impactful dialogues among global leaders and innovators. A dedicated mentor and advocate for young professionals, she balances her work with traveling, boxing, and family life
The AfriCanada Economic Summit 2026
March 26–27, 2026
Event Name
Event Start Date
Event End Date
Register
Economic summit 2024 (international participants)
March 21, 2024
March 22, 2024
Individual
Date: March 26–27, 2026
Address: Ontario Investment and Trade Centre (OITC) Toronto, Canada
Phone: 437-240-2110
Email: info(at)africanadasummit(dot) com
Website: www.africanadasummit.com
Hosted by the AfriCanada Economic Summit Group
