Canadian Delegation hosts networking reception ahead of ReBuild Ukraine 2025_November 12

Representatives of the Canadian delegation to the 5th International ReBuild Ukraine Exhibition and Conference hosted a networking reception at BUFFO Restaurant in Warsaw, Poland.

The event gathered officials from the Government of Canada, Export Development Canada, the Canada-Ukraine Chamber of Commerce, and numerous Canadian business delegates.

The Polish Canadian Chamber of Commerce was represented by President Bernhard L. Otterstein and Vice President Areta Kempinska, along with representatives of member companies, including TIU Canada, our Patron Member.

The reception served as a platform to prepare for meetings and discussions during the upcoming ReBuild Ukraine conference. Participants focused on identifying key areas of Canadian engagement related to both the current challenges posed by the war in Ukraine and future reconstruction efforts once the conflict ends.

This initiative highlights Canada’s continued commitment to supporting Ukraine’s resilience and recovery, while reinforcing the role of Poland as a strategic partner in fostering regional cooperation.

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Bernhard Otterstein was born and educated in Vancouver, Canada, where he graduated with honours from the Sauder School of Business at the University of British Columbia. He has worked with numerous corporate, governmental, and institutional entities in North America, Europe and Asia in the areas of economic analysis, strategic project and investment planning, new market development, as well as cross-cultural communications. He has been directly involved in projects in the fields of real estate, engineering, energy, biotechnology and IT/telecommunications.

Over the past 15 years, Mr. Otterstein has gained first-hand experience in identifying and promoting innovative, emerging technologies and related business opportunities, taking them from early stage to market via private equity investment and the active co-management of several start-up ventures.