Driving Efficiency & Resilience in the Supply Chain

September 11, 2025 | Montreal Airport Marriott In-Terminal Hotel

The Logistics Summit 2025 brings together leaders across the produce and logistics sectors for a high-impact, one-day event focused on driving supply chain efficiency, innovation, and resilience. Join us in Montreal for strategic conversations, collaborative solutions, and valuable connections that shape the future of produce logistics. This event is FREE for CPMA members with registration, while non-members can attend for a fee of $150.

Don't miss this essential opportunity to connect, learn, and collaborate for a stronger, more efficient supply chain.

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Our Core Goals

To inform

Provide attendees with the latest insights on industry trends, government initiatives, and best practices in logistics and supply chain management.

To connect

Facilitate meaningful networking opportunities between produce industry stakeholders, logistics providers, carriers, and government agencies.

To innovate

Stimulate discussions around overcoming challenges and adopting innovative solutions, including multimodal transportation strategies and collaborative frameworks.

To strengthen

Contribute to the development of a more robust, efficient, and resilient supply chain for the produce industry and beyond.

 

Who Should Attend?

For the Produce Industry (Growers, Shippers, Distributors)
  • Understand current freight conditions and forecasts
  • Discover tools and global initiatives to optimize your supply chain
  • Learn what carriers want in strong partnerships
  • Meet with government representatives shaping policy
  • Strengthen your supply chain resilience
For the Logistics Industry & Carriers (Trucking, Rail, Air, Ocean, Ports)
  • Connect with produce leaders seeking reliable logistics solutions
  • Share your transport innovations and services
  • Understand the unique needs of perishable freight
  • Discuss challenges and develop collaborative solutions
  • Explore emerging trade routes and regions of focus that impact future business

 

Why Attend? 

  • Access expert insights and practical strategies to streamline your logistics, reduce costs, and minimize disruptions. 
  • Discover how to build a more robust supply chain that can withstand unforeseen challenges and ensure timely delivery of your produce. 
  • Connect directly with a diverse range of carriers and logistics providers, understanding their capabilities and fostering mutually beneficial relationships. 
  • Get critical updates on government policies, global trade trends, and emerging technologies that will shape the future of produce logistics.
  • Participate in roundtables that directly address your challenges and contribute to developing industry-wide solutions, including the Voluntary Charter for Produce. 

  • Meet potential clients and partners from the produce sector actively seeking efficient and reliable transportation solutions. 
  • Deepen your understanding of the unique demands and pain points of the produce industry, allowing you to tailor your services more effectively. 
  • Present your unique value proposition, advancements, and the specific benefits of your transportation mode to a targeted audience. 
  • Contribute to collaborative discussions on overcoming industry barriers and developing innovative, multimodal strategies like synchro-modality.
  • Learn about priority trade routes and regions of focus that could unlock new business avenues for your operations. 

 

Program

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM: The State of the Industry
Ron Lemaire, President CPMA, kicks off the summit with a comprehensive overview of the current logistics landscape.

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM: The Government of Canada's Role in Supply Chain
Hear from the National Supply Chain Office, Government of Canada, on their initiatives and future vision.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Multimodal Transportation: Rail, Air, Truck, and Boat
A dynamic panel discussion featuring four industry experts and moderated by Stewart Lapage, VP Transport, Oppy.
Each panelist will have 10 minutes to highlight the benefits and recent updates in their respective modes of transport.

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM: Lunch

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM: Leveraging Existing Tools for Supply Chain Efficiency
Shannon Sommerauer, Sr. Director of Government Relations and Industry Technology, CPMA will discuss valuable resources like Trucking Best Handling Practices, provide an update from CBSA and touch on port operations. Learn more about global supply chain efforts, including IFPS initiatives.

1:00 PM - 1:30 PM: Emerging Trends in Global Trade
Greg Palmer, VP Trade and Market Development, CPMA, will delve into developing priority trade routes and focus on key countries and regions shaping the future of logistics both for Canada and the globe. 

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM: What We Seek from Our Carriers
An industry panel of retail and wholesale logistics representatives share insights on what they look for in carrier partnerships to ensure efficient and reliable supply chains. 

2:30 PM - 2:45 PM: Coffee Break

2:45 PM - 4:00 PM: Building Resilient Supply Chains: A Roundtable Discussion
This interactive session will focus on identifying barriers, challenges, and most importantly, solutions in the supply chain today. The discussion will emphasize "synchro-modality" – utilizing multiple transport modes to maintain product flow and while building resilience.

4:00 PM - 4:15 PM: Voluntary Charter for Produce & Wrap-up
Ron Lemaire will present a Voluntary Charter for Produce Carriers and provide a summary of the day's key takeaways.

4:15 PM – 5:30 PM: Cocktail Hour and Networking

5:30 PM: End