Arctic Circle Assembly Business Forum

Event type: Trade show

Date: October 8 to 10, 2026

Location: Reykjavik, Iceland

Venue: Harpa Conference Center

Industry: Creative industries, Information and communications technologies, Clean technologies, Defence and security, Education, Financial and insurance services, Fish and seafood, Infrastructure, Ocean technologies, Professional services, Tourism

Export Theme(s): Indigenous people

Registration deadline: October 8, 2026

Who should apply:

  • Clean-tech energy companies
  • Indigenous exporters
  • Development corporations seeking for investors in the Arctic
  • Pension funds
  • Private investment funds

Event description

The Arctic Circle Assembly Business Forum is a premier platform within the Arctic Circle Assembly that brings together stakeholders from across the Arctic and beyond, including:

  • business leaders
  • investors
  • government officials
  • Indigenous representatives
  • innovators

Areas of focus include:

  • emerging economic opportunities
  • sustainable development
  • energy transition
  • infrastructure
  • technology
  • transportation
  • fisheries
  • tourism
  • investment

Through panel discussions, networking sessions, and business matchmaking opportunities, participants can engage directly with key decision-makers and industry stakeholders shaping the future of the Arctic. The Arctic Circle Assembly will also feature high-level speakers from Canada, bringing Canadian perspectives and expertise to key discussions on the region’s future.

For Canadian firms seeking to expand their footprint in Arctic and northern markets, the Arctic Circle Assembly Business Forum offers a unique opportunity to build strategic relationships, increase visibility, and explore commercial opportunities in one of the world's most dynamic and rapidly evolving regions.

The Embassy of Canada will host a reception for Canadian participants on October 7, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. The reception will provide an opportunity for Canadian delegates attending the Arctic Circle Assembly to come together during the event.

Canadian companies interested in attending the reception should contact Xavier Rodriguez Gallego at Xavier.Rodriguez@international.gc.ca to request an invitation. 

Benefits of participating

  • Gain insights and market intelligence
  • Develop a first-hand understanding of the opportunities and challenges of doing business in foreign markets
  • Meet key commercial entities, industry players, and potential buyers, investors and/or partners
  • Meet key regulatory bodies
  • Meet academic or research entities
  • Participate in networking events
  • Participate in pre-organized business-to-business meetings
  • Increase visibility of your product or service
  • Receive on-the-ground assistance from the Trade Commissioner Service
  • Compare your product/service with international competitors
  • Pitch your product /service to selected audiences
  • Receive mentoring and coaching

How the program works

  • Business-to-business (B2B) matchmaking: The TCS organizes curated B2B meetings, connecting Canadian companies with international partners, investors, and clients to explore new business opportunities.
  • Booth
  • Networking opportunities: Join TCS-hosted networking sessions to connect with key industry players, government representatives, and global leaders, fostering collaborations that support international growth.
  • Site visits

Testimonials

“As the CEO of an organization dedicated to empowering Northern Indigenous entrepreneurs, navigating international trade networks was entirely new to us a year ago. Thanks to the proactive collaboration and care of Francis Acquarone (ROPAC) and Xavier Rodriguez (RKJVK), our organization has successfully expanded its global footprint. From securing critical partnerships with the Global Arctic Leadership Initiative to championing our presence at the Arctic Circle Assembly and fostering a cross-border MOU with Women Tech Iceland, their impact on our community has been profound”. 

Xina Cowan, CEO, EntrepreNorth

Contact us

Xavier Rodriguez

Trade Commissioner
xavier.rodriguez@international.gc.ca

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