Brian St. Louis brings to TSA clients more than 15 years of experience at the center of Canadian government, politics, and business. His work has involved engagement with some of Canada’s foremost decision makers and delivering results for some of the world’s largest and most innovative companies.
After completing an internship via the Conservative Party of Canada, Brian started his career working for a Canadian Senator supporting her work in the agri-food, forestry and science and technology sectors. After co-managing a successful campaign during the 2011 Federal Election in a British Columbia riding, Brian moved to the House of Commons where he led policy and communications for a Member of Parliament who served as Chair of the International Trade Committee and Congressional Liaison to the United States.
Brian then moved in to the private sector where he headed government affairs for a New York and Toronto Stock Exchange traded critical materials company that was at the forefront working with federal and provincial governments to develop Canada’s sector potential.
After a return foray into politics as a Candidate in the 2019 Federal Election in the Ottawa area, Brian went back to the private sector as a Director of Government Affairs for one of the world’s largest technology companies, and, most recently he led government relations for Canada’s largest commercial bakery and one of the country’s largest consumer packaged goods companies where he delivered major regulatory changes, investment, and strategic guidance to ameliorate the company’s serious labour challenges. He also represented the company on the boards of directors of several industry associations including as a board executive.
Brian has a BA (Hons) in Political Studies, with minors in Public Administration and History, from Bishop’s University, as well as a Graduate Diploma in Public Policy and Program Evaluation, from Carleton University. He is bilingual and lives in Ottawa.
Day 1: Dec 2, 2025
8:45 am
OPENING COMMENTS FROM YOUR HOST
Gain insight into today’s sessions so you can get the most out of your conference experience.
4:10 pm
FIRESIDE CHAT
Interprovincial Food Trade: Regulatory Gaps and Opportunities
Selling food across provincial lines in Canada can be more complicated than international trade. With each province applying its own rules, businesses must navigate a complex patchwork of regulations that can stall growth and innovation. Source practical tips to:
- Understand the regulatory fragmentation that affects interprovincial food trade and what this means for producers and retailers.
- Examine real-world case studies from sectors like alcohol, dairy, and meat, and identify emerging opportunities and efforts to harmonize provincial standards.
- Develop strategies to navigate compliance barriers while expanding market reach within Canada.
Achieve mastery of the regulatory realities of interprovincial trade to confidently expand market access and drive business growth.
Day 2: Dec 3, 2025
2:30 pm
PANEL
Staying Ahead: Legal and Compliance Trends in the Food and Beverage Sector
Legal and regulatory alignment is key to minimizing risk and avoiding costly missteps. Strengthen your compliance framework by staying informed and collaborative. Take back to your office strategies to:
- Identify regulatory grey areas that pose legal vulnerabilities.
- Monitor emerging litigation trends across the U.S. and Canada.
- Foster stronger collaboration between legal and regulatory teams.
Advance your ability to navigate complexity, avoid penalties, and stay ahead of evolving compliance challenges.
3:00 pm
INTERACTIVE SESSION: UNCONFERENCING
Wrap up the day with an engaging, fast-paced debrief designed to surface the most valuable insights from across the room. Each table will share their top takeaways, unexpected learnings, and practical ideas uncovered during discussions. This collaborative session captures the collective intelligence of the group and turns conversation into actionable inspiration.
