About EVGEA
Electric Vehicle and Green Energy Advancement Association Canada
Electric Vehicle and Green Energy Advancement Association Canada (EVGEA) is a non-profit organization that supports investment and business development in Canada's automotive, transportation, and green energy sectors.
EVGEA and its members are dedicated to the advancement of technologies, innovation and partnerships that realize new market opportunities associated with the societal shift toward electric vehicles and the low-carbon economy of the future.
Rising to the Challenge: Small Business Leaders Gather to Tackle U.S.-Canada Trade Pressures
April 15, 2025 – Oakville, Ontario — Hosted by Canada Electric
Vehicle and Green Energy Advanced Association (EVGEA) and the
Halton Small Business Association, the "Rising to the Challenge:
Small Business Exchange on U.S.-Canada Trade Pressures" was
successfully held today at the River Oak Community Centre. The
event marked the official inauguration of both organizations
with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and served as a valuable platform
for Halton region's small business owners to connect,
collaborate, and exchange ideas.
Distinguished guests in attendance included Councillor Dr. Scott Xie, Oakville Mayor Mr. Rob Burton, The Honorable Anita Anand, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry。
Matt Setzkorn, President of EVGEA, Tianna Feng, President of the
Halton Small Business Association, and Kathy Liu, Executive
Director of Land to Innovate. Each delivered inspiring remarks,
reaffirming their commitment to supporting small businesses
during challenging economic times.
Matt Setzkorn emphasized the importance of resilience and collaboration, stating, "In the face of shifting global trade dynamics, it is essential for small businesses to unite and innovate together." Tianna Feng highlighted the local entrepreneurial spirit, noting, "The strength and creativity of Halton's small business community is what brings us here today." Kathy Liu added that innovation and cross-sector collaboration will be key to future economic transformation.
The event featured dynamic discussions where business owners shared their real-world experiences navigating trade-related disruptions. The panel sessions focused on critical topics such as supply chain adaptation, market diversification, and leveraging government support, sparking meaningful dialogue and actionable ideas.
Beyond networking and knowledge-sharing, the event also sent a
powerful message: even amid global trade challenges, Halton's
small businesses remain confident, proactive, and determined to
grow—fueling the region's continued economic vitality.
Services
EVGEA provides a range of business development and consulting services to its members who are looking to establish and expand their operations in Canada, and bring new technologies and new products to the North American market. EVGEA directly supports domestic and foreign enterprises that are interested in making investments in Canada by:
Evaluating current and emerging market opportunities for your product and business in Canada and more broadly through North America
Navigating the political and regulatory environment in Canada, including government funding, incentive and support programs specific to your business and industry
Providing business-to-business introductions and networking opportunities for boosting manufacturing capacity and sales in Canada
Identifying research and technology development relevant to your interests at colleges and universities in Canada
Recruiting local talent and expertise - employees, project managers, researchers to support your project or business venture
Arranging tours of the Greater Toronto Region and throughout Canada to introduce and make connections to strategic opportunities for locating new business investments (e.g. hosting business leaders from the Asia-Pacific Region and Europe)
Connecting businesses with land, for lease or purchase, that may be required for business investment, relocation and expansion; vacant lands, manufacturing, warehousing, office and retail facilities, as well as property for pilot projects, research and product testing, product demonstrations and exhibition
Making connections with capital and investors in Canada who are interested in collaborating on projects and business ventures related to electric vehicles and green energy