Beyond Borders 2025: Recap of SCC’s National Virtual Symposium

November 24, 2025

Beyond Borders 2025 delivered a full day of insights, learning, and sector-wide perspectives for Canada’s supply chain community. The virtual symposium brought together professionals from across the country to explore global trends, innovation, and the forces shaping the next era of supply chain management.

Key Highlights 

Weaving the Future into the Present 
A keynote session featuring Wolfgang Lehmacher exploring how AI, geopolitics, and emerging innovations are reshaping global supply chains and influencing long-term strategy. 

Export Development Canada: Global Economic Outlook 
Karicia Quiroz (Economist, EDC) provided a macro-level overview of global economic, geopolitical, and commodity trends affecting Canadian exporters. 

Logistics & Infrastructure Under Pressure – Panel Discussion 
Panelists Sara Curwen, Shalini Talwar, Stephanie Forbes, and Tiffany Melvin discussed the pressure points across global logistics - including congestion, capacity constraints, and shifting trade routes - and how infrastructure is adapting. 

DCS Global: Janitorial Trends in Supply Chain 
Randy Burke (CEO, DCS Global), joined by Mike Moser, explored the evolving role of janitorial and facility services in supply chain resilience, sustainability, and operational efficiency. 

Zensimu Supply Chain Simulation 
Attendees participated in Zensimu’s Maple Syrup Supply Chain Simulation, gaining hands-on experience with real-time decision-making and operational trade-offs. 

On-Demand Access Now Available 

All registered attendees can now watch every session on-demand for 90 days. 
Log in to your event portal using your existing credentials to replay any session at your convenience. 

Thank You to Our Partners & Speakers 

A sincere thank you to the speakers, sponsors, and partners whose expertise and support helped make Beyond Borders 2025 a meaningful and impactful experience for Canada’s supply chain community. 

                                                

What’s Next 

Registration is now open for the 2026 National Conference, taking place May 27–29 in Québec City at the iconic Fairmont Le Château Frontenac.