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In Collaboration with:
Conference Co-Chairs
Stuart Davis
Chief Anti-Money Laundering Officer
AML Enterprise
BMO Financial Group
Paul Burns
Partner
Baker & McKenzie LLP
Meet and Learn from Senior Industry
Experts:
ATS Automation Tooling
Systems Inc.
AXA
Cambridge Global
Payments
China Construction Bank
CIBC
General Motors
Intact Financial
Manulife
Royal Bank of Canada
Textron
Wells Fargo
Unlike other sanctions programs, this event is uniquely tailored to the
Canadian context. Gain invaluable updates and best practices during
highly anticipated panels, including:
•	 IRAN - Which transactions are permitted for Canadian industry and how to use
General License H
•	 RUSSIA/UKRAINE - Reconciling differences between EU, U.S. and Canadian restrictions
•	 CUBA - How to comply with foreign laws amid the easing of U.S. sanctions on Cuba
•	 NORTH KOREA, MYANMAR, SYRIA, SUDAN - Special considerations for your global
sanctions compliance program
Benchmark on How to Manage Key Sanctions Enforcement
and Compliance Risks:
•	 How to Establish a Risk-Based Cross-Border Sanctions Compliance Program
•	 Screening and Compliance 2.0: How Much Due Diligence is Enough to Meet
Government Expectations
•	 Minimizing Risks of Sanctions Landmines for Exporters
•	 Managing Sanctions Challenges Affecting Insurance Companies
•	 Effective Tips for Working Effectively with OFAC
Maximize Your Learning with Comprehensive, Interactive Workshops
October 4, 2016
A Deep Dive into U.S. Sanctions and Their Extra-Territorial Application
to Canadian Industry
How to Assess the Effectiveness of Your Sanctions Compliance Program:
A Practical Guide to Effectively Monitoring, Testing and Auditing Your Program
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American Conference Institute and The Canadian Institute are proud to announce the
2nd
Canadian Forum on Economic Sanctions Compliance & Enforcement.
The 2016 program has been updated to reflect changing economic sanctions restrictions
for Canadian companies doing business globally, as well as foreign subsidiaries and
affiliates of US companies.This timely program will discuss the latest sanctions enforcement
trends, including recent penalties against Barclays Bank, CGG Services, WATG Holding
and Halliburton.
Discuss Critical Compliance and Enforcement Issues including:
•	 In-depth Coverage of Easing U.S. Sanctions on Iran and the practical implications
for Canadian industry
•	 How to Resolve Cross-Border Issues Affecting global business operations, as well
as financial and export/re-export transactions
•	 How EU-US-Canada Sanctions Restrictions Differ on Russia/Ukraine
•	 Best Practices for Avoiding Potential Sanctions Landmines
•	 Screening and Compliance 2.0: How to Take Your Program from Good to Great
•	 Dedicated Sessions for Exporters and Insurance Companies
•	 Interactive Sessions to Meet Your Peers during Industry Networking Luncheons
and Champagne Roundtables
Sanctions compliance is more important than ever given increased enforcement activity!
Bring your whole team and save. Call 1-888-224-2480, fax your registration to 1-877-927-1563
or register on-line and www.AmericanConferenceInstitute/CanadaSanctions
Testimonials from Past Economic Sanctions Attendees:
“Extremely useful insights provided by a variety of experts”
Lloyds Banking Group
“Very informative from a regulatory viewpoint”
JP Morgan Chase
Who You Will Meet:
•	 General Counsel
•	 Corporate Counsel
-- Sanctions Counsel
-- International Trade Counsel
-- Regulatory Counsel
-- Import/Export Compliance Counsel
•	 Specialist/Manager/Director/VP of:
-- International Trade Compliance
-- Export Compliance
-- Economic Sanctions
-- AML
-- Regulatory Compliance
-- Legal
Canada confirmed that it plans to lift its sanctions on Tehran and said that if
Airbus is allowed to sell to Iran, then its aircraft maker Bombardier Inc. should
be allowed to export there as well
Toronto Sun 1/26/16
Canada imposed more sanctions over Russia’s handling of Ukraine
Huffington Post 3/18/16
Sanctions in 2016: Cuba Easing, Focus on North Korea
WSJ 12/29/15
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MAIN CONFERENCE DAY 1
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2016
8:45	
Opening Remarks from the Conference
Co-Chairs
Stuart Davis
Chief Anti-Money Laundering Officer
AML Enterprise
BMO Financial Group (Toronto, ON)
Paul Burns
Partner
Baker & McKenzie LLP (Toronto, ON)	
9:00	
In-House Compliance Think Tank:
Best Practices for Managing a Global
Sanctions Program in Canada
Deborah Taub
Platform AML Compliance Officer, Personal & Commercial
Banking and Director, Global Economic Sanctions
Royal Bank of Canada (Toronto, ON)
G. Stephen Alsace
Senior Director, Sanctions
CIBC (Toronto, ON)
During this opening panel, expert speakers will share their
insights on the practical aspects of managing a global sanctions
compliance program and sustaining a culture of compliance.
Learn about specific strategies that they have implemented in
the last 12 months to strengthen their programs and minimize
enforcement risks.
10:15	
Networking Break
10:30	
Focus on Iran: What Is and Isn’t Authorized
for Canadian Companies in Iran amid
Changing Regulations
Lorraine Lawlor
SVP, Global Sanctions Governance Director
Wells Fargo (McLean, VA)
John Boscariol
Partner
McCarthy Tétrault LLP (Toronto, ON)
Kimberly Strosnider
Partner
Covington & Burling (Washington, DC)
In addition to the Iran Deal, the Government of Canada amended
its economic sanctions on Iran to significantly ease restrictions on
doing business. The changes to Canada’s sanctions are designed
to allow for a “controlled economic re-engagement” with Iran.
The changes significantly ease the restrictions on doing business
with Iran, but certain important restrictions remain.
PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2016
WORKSHOP A – 9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
(Registration opens at 8:30 a.m.)
A Deep Dive Into U.S. Economic Sanctions
and Their Extra-Territorial Application
to Canadian Industry
Adam Smith
Counsel
Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP (Washington, DC)
Former Senior Advisor to the Director of the Office of Foreign
Assets Control (OFAC)
Led by an expert practitioner and former OFAC professional, this
session will take a deep dive into the nuts and bolts of how OFAC
comprehensive and limited sanctions on Cuba, Iran and Russia/
Ukraine are being applied to Canadian industry.
•	 Understand how OFAC’s list-based programs include a range
of subtle nuances that can expose Canadian industry and U.S.
persons to civil and criminal liability
•	 Discover how statutory exemptions, general licenses, and specific
licenses allow for the processing of otherwise prohibited activity
•	 Review OFAC-required reporting requirements and the
Economic Sanctions Enforcement Guidelines
•	 Learn the core elements and best practices for the development
of an effective global sanctions compliance program
•	 Participate in numerous case studies applying U.S. sanctions
to real-life situations impacting Canadian industry
WORKSHOP B – 1:30 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
(Registration opes at 1:00 p.m.)
How to Assess the Effectiveness of Your
Sanctions Compliance Program - a Practical
Guide to Effectively Monitoring, Testing and
Auditing Your Global Program
Speakers Include:
Bryce Bittner
Director of Global Trade Compliance
Textron, Inc. (Washington, DC)
Please consult event website for further details about the speaker line-up.
This interactive workshop gives participants the unique opportunity
to benchmark their compliance programs against their industry
peers. The session will discuss how to manage the common areas
of risk, and will explore tailored strategies to address these risks in
a compliance program. During this practical and interactive session,
the speakers will discuss the challenges of managing compliance
across your organization. Some of the topics covered will include:
•	 Various ways of testing your compliance activity, and practical
considerations when doing so
•	 Challenges of implementing compliance improvements
in a constantly-shifting environment
•	 Establishing and communicating compliance standards
for sanctions screening
•	 Special considerations for due diligence reviews
•	 How to clear a sanctions problem during a merger
•	 Where the FCPA, UK Bribery Act and other anti-bribery
laws fit into your risk profile
Join the Conversation @ACI_IntTrade #CanadaSanctions International Trade
This session will discuss what is and is not allowed under U.S. and
Canadian law:
•	 Changes to Canadian sanctions – which sanctions have been
lifted and which restrictions remain
•	 U.S. secondary or retaliatory sanctions and their continuing
impact on Canadian and other non-U.S. companies trading
with Iran
•	 Other changes to U.S. law affecting trade with Iran, and how
these changes may affect Canadian companies
•	 Potential scenarios that could lead to a “snapback” or
re-imposition of sanctions
•	 How companies are responding to the easing of Canadian
and certain U.S. sanctions.
11:30	
Focus on Cuba: Clarifying How the Remaining
U.S. Sanctions Still Conflict with Canadian Law
Paul Burns
Partner
Baker & McKenzie LLP (Toronto, ON)
Jack R. Hayes
Of Counsel
Steptoe & Johnson LLP (Washington, DC)
•	 Overview of the U.S. Cuban Assets Control Regulations
and what has changed in the last year
•	 The Canadian Response to the U.S. embargo against Cuba
•	 Compliance challenges for Canadian corporations
•	 How do Canadian corporations comply with both countries’ laws,
and what to do in the event of a conflict of laws
•	 Future changes to the U.S. Embargo against Cuba
12:45	
Networking Luncheon for Attendees
and Speakers - Industry
Participants will have the opportunity to sit with their industry peers
for informal networking:
•	 Financial Services
•	 Manufacturing
•	 Aerospace/Defense
•	 Energy
•	 Insurance
2:00	
Demystifying General License H:
How U.S.-Owned or –Controlled Foreign Entities
Can and Cannot Use the License Going Forward
Shannon Barna
Lead Compliance Manager 
General Electric (Washington, DC)
Bryce Bittner
Director of Global Trade Compliance
Textron, Inc. (Washington, DC)
The authorizations in General License H are intended to permit
foreign subsidiaries of U.S. parent companies, as well as other
foreign entities that meet the definition of a U.S.-owned or
–controlled foreign entity for purposes of the ITSR, to engage in
transactions or other dealings with Iran. This session will provide
guidance on how to obtain this license and best practices for
working with OFAC.
•	 Restrictions on how and with whom the non-US subsidiary
can do business in Iran
•	 The scope of facilitation prohibitions for the US parent and US
employees
•	 Limited ways in which a US parent can be involved and provide
support
•	 Is an OFAC license an option if a great degree of US support
is needed?
3:00	
Focus on Russia/Ukraine: Status Report on the
Most Significant Differences between EU, US
and Canadian Sanctions
Elliot J. Burger
Director, Global Compliance, Legal Counsel
ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc. (Cambridge, ON)
Maura Rezendes
Senior Counsel
Allen & Overy LLP (Washington, DC)
Clifford Sosnow
Partner
Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP (Ottawa, ON)
This panel will provide an update on the latest restrictions involving
Russia/Ukraine sanctions and will provide insight into the key
differences between US-EU-Canadian sanctions. The panel will
present several case studies that will illustrate the application of the
restrictions and how to document compliance.
•	 The OFAC “50%” Rule and Canadian control tests: 
How far up the beneficial ownership due diligence ladder
•	 The broad scope of asset freezes and transaction prohibitions
•	 Restrictions on debt and equity financing: The legal grey zones
•	 Energy sector supply chain embargoes
•	 The Crimea region of Ukraine: Complying with special
investment and trading restrictions and prohibitions
•	 How sanctions compliance implementation varies across the
EU Member States in the EU
•	 Overcoming conflicts of law: Which rules to follow when
applicable sanctions regulations conflict
If you missed the chance to attend an ACI event, you can still
benefit from the conference presentation materials.
To order the Conference Materials, please call +1-888-224-2480
or visit: www.americanconference.com/conference_papers
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4:00	
Networking Break
4:15	
The Rules of Engagement for KYC:
When and How to Block a Transaction,
Terminate a Relationship and Review
Previously Processed Transactions
Karen Bannon
Chief Compliance Officer & Legal Counsel
Cambridge Mercantile Group (Toronto, ON)
•	 Red and yellow flags to watch out for going forward
•	 What is considered suspicious and potential sanctionable
activity
•	 Flagging individuals and companies that are subject to OFAC
sanctions/SDN designation
•	 What is now necessary for your companies screening process
•	 How OFAC will evaluate your due diligence process to
determine if additional research would have uncovered a
prohibited transaction
5:00	
The Top 10 Misconceptions about EU Sanctions:
Key Updates on How Canadian Industry Can
Avoid Compliance Missteps
Michael O’Kane
Partner
Peters & Peters Solicitors LLP (UK)
•	 Key features of EU sanctions- law, policy, enforcement
•	 Update on differences between EU vs Canadian sanctions
on Russia/Ukraine
•	 Special considerations for EU compliance and risk management
5:45	
Champagne Roundtables
End the day informally as you network and benchmark with your
peers, and recap the key points made over the course of the day.
6:30	
Conference Adjourns to Day Two
MAIN CONFERENCE DAY 2
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2016
8:55	
Co-Chairs’ Opening Remarks
9:00	
Transactional Due Diligence Case Studies:
Best Practices and Concrete Examples of How
to Work Through Pain Points
Heather Innes
Counsel, Global Process Leader, International Trade Law
General Motors (Toronto, ON)
Milos Barutciski
Partner, Co-Head International Trade
Bennett Jones LLP (Toronto, ON)
Topics will include:
•	 Assessing red flags in the due diligence process—where should
you be looking and how to find them?
•	 How much diligence is enough?
•	 Resolving ownership and control issues
•	 Special considerations post-transaction
•	 Evolving sanctions and the dangers of boilerplate language in
merger agreements
9:45 	
Sanctions Compliance at Lightning Speed:
How to Update Your Global Sanctions Compliance
Program in a Rapidly Changing Environment
Luana DiCandia
Legal Counsel, Securities Regulatory & Compliance Counsel
Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan (Toronto, ON)
Camille Glover
Vice President, Compliance, OMERS
Chief Compliance Officer and Director, Governance and Compliance
Borealis Infrastructure (Toronto, ON)
Selena Hui-Garreaud
Director of Export Controls
Bombardier Commercial Aircraft (Montreal, QC)
Glen Kelley
Partner
Jacobson Burton Kelley PLLC (Washington, DC)
•	 Assessing risks based on your specific business activities
•	 Strengthening your global sanctions compliance policies
•	 Streamlining your approach to meeting local requirements
and securing approvals
•	 Drafting a formal written compliance program- setting clear
guidelines for complex and changing regulations
•	 Screening embargoed countries, denied parties and prohibited
users, and working with new US sanctions lists
•	 Implementing a training and awareness program
10:45	
Networking Break
Media and Association Partners:
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11:00	
Focus on Insurance: Special Sanctions
Compliance and Risk Mitigation Challenges
that are Specific to Insurance Transactions
Robert Walsh
Deputy Chief Compliance Officer, Chief Financial Crime Officer
Chair of the US Compliance Committee
AXA Group (New York, NY)
Maryann Besharat
Director of Legal & Compliance
Intact Financial Corporation (Toronto, ON)
Kevin Cloherty
SVP & Global Compliance Chief
Manulife (Toronto, ON)
•	 Special challenges facing insurers and reinsurers
•	 Risk assumption activities of foreign affiliates of US insurers
•	 Sanctions exclusionary clause challenges in light of changing
market conditions
•	 Role of US employees
12:00	
What to Do if You Suspect or Uncover a
Sanctions Violation: Lessons Learned from
Recent Enforcement Matters
Riyaz Dattu
Partner
Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP (Toronto, ON)
Thaddeus R. McBride
Partner
Bass, Berry & Sims PLC (Washington, DC)
•	 Deciding whether if, when, and how to initiate an investigation
•	 Who should conduct the investigation: In-house vs. outside
counsel and forensic accountants
•	 Working with IT and other departments
•	 Dealing with the interplay of foreign privacy laws
•	 Protecting attorney-client privilege
•	 When to call OFAC
1:00	
Networking Luncheon for Attendees and Speakers
2:15	
AML & Economic Sanctions: Dovetailing Both
Programs to Block Terrorist Financing
Charlene Cieslik
Chief Compliance Officer/Chief AML Officer
China Construction Bank (Toronto, ON)
Steve Blackburn
Vice President, Chief AML Officer
CIBC (Toronto, ON)
Jacqueline Shinfield
Partner
Blakes, Cassels & Graydon (Toronto, ON)
•	 Key U.S. and Canadian legal and regulatory considerations
•	 Fundraising activities: Best practices
•	 Designation of ISIS and ISIS DSNs
3:00	
Special Focus on Re-Exports: How Canadian
Re-Exporters are Addressing Unique Sanctions
Compliance Challenges
Kenneth S. Purchase
Director & Counsel
Legal Services Export Compliance
Pratt & Whitney Canada (Longueuil, QC)
Larry E. Christensen
Member
Miller & Chevalier Chartered (Washington, DC)
•	 Mitigating sanctions risks posed by distributors
•	 How to handle replacements part from US manufactures?
•	 Resolving the intersection of sanctions and re-export issues
•	 Are banks responsible for due diligence on the transactions?
•	 How to convince foreign business partners to be partners in
compliance
3:45	
Networking Break
4:00	
North Korea, Venezuela, Syria, Myanmar and
Sudan: The Most Pressing, Emerging Sanctions
Compliance Challenges to Address in the Next
12 Months
Led by the Co-Chairs, this session will review recent developments,
and discuss how to overcome the legal and practical challenges
confronting Canadian industry. Learn about what is prohibited and
how to obtain licenses for authorized transactions.
5:00	
Conference Ends
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education requirements. This course is identified as
nontransitional for the purposes of CLE accreditation.
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York State Continuing Legal Education Board.
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after a conference is held.
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Continuing Professional Education credits for all
conference attendees who request credit. There are no
pre-requisites and advance preparation is not required to
attend this conference.
Course objective: Instruction on economic sanctions,
compliance, risk management and transactional due diligence.Prerequisite:
None. Level of knowledge: Beginner/Intermediate. Teaching Method:
Group-Live. Advanced Preparation: None. Delivery method: Group Live.
Please refer to the information in this brochure for outline, course content
and objectives. Final approval of a course for CPE credits belongs with
each states’ regulatory board. Recommended CPE Credit: 13.5 hours for
the main conference and an additional 4.0 hours for each workshop.
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Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education
on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy
have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE
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Canada Agenda

  • 1. Register Now | 212 352 3220 Ext. 5482 L.Alexandre@AmericanConference.com This year marks 30 years since the inception of C5 Group. It is time to match our brand with the dynamic strides we have made. See inside for details… ACIAmerican Conference Institute Business Information in a Global Context CIThe Canadian Institute Business Information in a Global Context In Collaboration with: Conference Co-Chairs Stuart Davis Chief Anti-Money Laundering Officer AML Enterprise BMO Financial Group Paul Burns Partner Baker & McKenzie LLP Meet and Learn from Senior Industry Experts: ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc. AXA Cambridge Global Payments China Construction Bank CIBC General Motors Intact Financial Manulife Royal Bank of Canada Textron Wells Fargo Unlike other sanctions programs, this event is uniquely tailored to the Canadian context. Gain invaluable updates and best practices during highly anticipated panels, including: • IRAN - Which transactions are permitted for Canadian industry and how to use General License H • RUSSIA/UKRAINE - Reconciling differences between EU, U.S. and Canadian restrictions • CUBA - How to comply with foreign laws amid the easing of U.S. sanctions on Cuba • NORTH KOREA, MYANMAR, SYRIA, SUDAN - Special considerations for your global sanctions compliance program Benchmark on How to Manage Key Sanctions Enforcement and Compliance Risks: • How to Establish a Risk-Based Cross-Border Sanctions Compliance Program • Screening and Compliance 2.0: How Much Due Diligence is Enough to Meet Government Expectations • Minimizing Risks of Sanctions Landmines for Exporters • Managing Sanctions Challenges Affecting Insurance Companies • Effective Tips for Working Effectively with OFAC Maximize Your Learning with Comprehensive, Interactive Workshops October 4, 2016 A Deep Dive into U.S. Sanctions and Their Extra-Territorial Application to Canadian Industry How to Assess the Effectiveness of Your Sanctions Compliance Program: A Practical Guide to Effectively Monitoring, Testing and Auditing Your Program Sponsored by: A B 2ND CANADIAN FORUM ON How Canadian, US and EU Rules Affect Canadian Industry October 5-6, 2016 | Hyatt Regency | Toronto, ON ECONOMIC SANCTIONS COMPLIANCE & ENFORCEMENT EARN CPD/CLE/CPE CREDITS
  • 2. Join the Conversation @ACI_IntTrade #CanadaSanctions International Trade With more than 300 conferences in the United States, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Latin America, American Conference Institute (ACI) provides a diverse portfolio devoted to providing business intelligence to senior decision makers who need to respond to challenges spanning various industries in the US and around the world. As a member of our sponsorship faculty, your organization will be deemed as a partner. We will work closely with your organization to create the perfect business development solution catered exclusively to the needs of your practice group, business line or corporation. For more information about this program or our global portfolio of events, please contact: Wendy Tyler Director of Sales, American Conference Institute Tel: 212-352-3220 x5242 w.tyler@AmericanConference.com Global Sponsorship Opportunities ACIAmerican Conference Institute Business Information in a Global Context This year marks 30 years since the inception of C5 Group. 30 years expanding across the globe 30 years building a network of industry leaders 30 years hosting more than 6,000 conferences It is time for a brand, logo and language in keeping with the dynamic strides we have made as a company. It is time for a brand that will take us forward for the next 30 years. C5 Group, comprising American Conference Institute, The Canadian Institute and C5 in Europe, will unite under one central brand image, appropriately a globe. See how bringing together the power of people and the power of information can accelerate your growth and success. Our new brand look and language will be fully revealed soon. Stay tuned for more exciting changes. American Conference Institute and The Canadian Institute are proud to announce the 2nd Canadian Forum on Economic Sanctions Compliance & Enforcement. The 2016 program has been updated to reflect changing economic sanctions restrictions for Canadian companies doing business globally, as well as foreign subsidiaries and affiliates of US companies.This timely program will discuss the latest sanctions enforcement trends, including recent penalties against Barclays Bank, CGG Services, WATG Holding and Halliburton. Discuss Critical Compliance and Enforcement Issues including: • In-depth Coverage of Easing U.S. Sanctions on Iran and the practical implications for Canadian industry • How to Resolve Cross-Border Issues Affecting global business operations, as well as financial and export/re-export transactions • How EU-US-Canada Sanctions Restrictions Differ on Russia/Ukraine • Best Practices for Avoiding Potential Sanctions Landmines • Screening and Compliance 2.0: How to Take Your Program from Good to Great • Dedicated Sessions for Exporters and Insurance Companies • Interactive Sessions to Meet Your Peers during Industry Networking Luncheons and Champagne Roundtables Sanctions compliance is more important than ever given increased enforcement activity! Bring your whole team and save. Call 1-888-224-2480, fax your registration to 1-877-927-1563 or register on-line and www.AmericanConferenceInstitute/CanadaSanctions Testimonials from Past Economic Sanctions Attendees: “Extremely useful insights provided by a variety of experts” Lloyds Banking Group “Very informative from a regulatory viewpoint” JP Morgan Chase Who You Will Meet: • General Counsel • Corporate Counsel -- Sanctions Counsel -- International Trade Counsel -- Regulatory Counsel -- Import/Export Compliance Counsel • Specialist/Manager/Director/VP of: -- International Trade Compliance -- Export Compliance -- Economic Sanctions -- AML -- Regulatory Compliance -- Legal Canada confirmed that it plans to lift its sanctions on Tehran and said that if Airbus is allowed to sell to Iran, then its aircraft maker Bombardier Inc. should be allowed to export there as well Toronto Sun 1/26/16 Canada imposed more sanctions over Russia’s handling of Ukraine Huffington Post 3/18/16 Sanctions in 2016: Cuba Easing, Focus on North Korea WSJ 12/29/15
  • 3. a C5 Group Company Business Information in a Global Context Register Now | 212 352 3220 Ext. 5482 AmericanConference.com/CanadaSanctions CanadianInstitute.com/CanadaSanctions MAIN CONFERENCE DAY 1 WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2016 8:45 Opening Remarks from the Conference Co-Chairs Stuart Davis Chief Anti-Money Laundering Officer AML Enterprise BMO Financial Group (Toronto, ON) Paul Burns Partner Baker & McKenzie LLP (Toronto, ON) 9:00 In-House Compliance Think Tank: Best Practices for Managing a Global Sanctions Program in Canada Deborah Taub Platform AML Compliance Officer, Personal & Commercial Banking and Director, Global Economic Sanctions Royal Bank of Canada (Toronto, ON) G. Stephen Alsace Senior Director, Sanctions CIBC (Toronto, ON) During this opening panel, expert speakers will share their insights on the practical aspects of managing a global sanctions compliance program and sustaining a culture of compliance. Learn about specific strategies that they have implemented in the last 12 months to strengthen their programs and minimize enforcement risks. 10:15 Networking Break 10:30 Focus on Iran: What Is and Isn’t Authorized for Canadian Companies in Iran amid Changing Regulations Lorraine Lawlor SVP, Global Sanctions Governance Director Wells Fargo (McLean, VA) John Boscariol Partner McCarthy Tétrault LLP (Toronto, ON) Kimberly Strosnider Partner Covington & Burling (Washington, DC) In addition to the Iran Deal, the Government of Canada amended its economic sanctions on Iran to significantly ease restrictions on doing business. The changes to Canada’s sanctions are designed to allow for a “controlled economic re-engagement” with Iran. The changes significantly ease the restrictions on doing business with Iran, but certain important restrictions remain. PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS TUESDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2016 WORKSHOP A – 9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (Registration opens at 8:30 a.m.) A Deep Dive Into U.S. Economic Sanctions and Their Extra-Territorial Application to Canadian Industry Adam Smith Counsel Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP (Washington, DC) Former Senior Advisor to the Director of the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) Led by an expert practitioner and former OFAC professional, this session will take a deep dive into the nuts and bolts of how OFAC comprehensive and limited sanctions on Cuba, Iran and Russia/ Ukraine are being applied to Canadian industry. • Understand how OFAC’s list-based programs include a range of subtle nuances that can expose Canadian industry and U.S. persons to civil and criminal liability • Discover how statutory exemptions, general licenses, and specific licenses allow for the processing of otherwise prohibited activity • Review OFAC-required reporting requirements and the Economic Sanctions Enforcement Guidelines • Learn the core elements and best practices for the development of an effective global sanctions compliance program • Participate in numerous case studies applying U.S. sanctions to real-life situations impacting Canadian industry WORKSHOP B – 1:30 p.m.-5:00 p.m. (Registration opes at 1:00 p.m.) How to Assess the Effectiveness of Your Sanctions Compliance Program - a Practical Guide to Effectively Monitoring, Testing and Auditing Your Global Program Speakers Include: Bryce Bittner Director of Global Trade Compliance Textron, Inc. (Washington, DC) Please consult event website for further details about the speaker line-up. This interactive workshop gives participants the unique opportunity to benchmark their compliance programs against their industry peers. The session will discuss how to manage the common areas of risk, and will explore tailored strategies to address these risks in a compliance program. During this practical and interactive session, the speakers will discuss the challenges of managing compliance across your organization. Some of the topics covered will include: • Various ways of testing your compliance activity, and practical considerations when doing so • Challenges of implementing compliance improvements in a constantly-shifting environment • Establishing and communicating compliance standards for sanctions screening • Special considerations for due diligence reviews • How to clear a sanctions problem during a merger • Where the FCPA, UK Bribery Act and other anti-bribery laws fit into your risk profile
  • 4. Join the Conversation @ACI_IntTrade #CanadaSanctions International Trade This session will discuss what is and is not allowed under U.S. and Canadian law: • Changes to Canadian sanctions – which sanctions have been lifted and which restrictions remain • U.S. secondary or retaliatory sanctions and their continuing impact on Canadian and other non-U.S. companies trading with Iran • Other changes to U.S. law affecting trade with Iran, and how these changes may affect Canadian companies • Potential scenarios that could lead to a “snapback” or re-imposition of sanctions • How companies are responding to the easing of Canadian and certain U.S. sanctions. 11:30 Focus on Cuba: Clarifying How the Remaining U.S. Sanctions Still Conflict with Canadian Law Paul Burns Partner Baker & McKenzie LLP (Toronto, ON) Jack R. Hayes Of Counsel Steptoe & Johnson LLP (Washington, DC) • Overview of the U.S. Cuban Assets Control Regulations and what has changed in the last year • The Canadian Response to the U.S. embargo against Cuba • Compliance challenges for Canadian corporations • How do Canadian corporations comply with both countries’ laws, and what to do in the event of a conflict of laws • Future changes to the U.S. Embargo against Cuba 12:45 Networking Luncheon for Attendees and Speakers - Industry Participants will have the opportunity to sit with their industry peers for informal networking: • Financial Services • Manufacturing • Aerospace/Defense • Energy • Insurance 2:00 Demystifying General License H: How U.S.-Owned or –Controlled Foreign Entities Can and Cannot Use the License Going Forward Shannon Barna Lead Compliance Manager  General Electric (Washington, DC) Bryce Bittner Director of Global Trade Compliance Textron, Inc. (Washington, DC) The authorizations in General License H are intended to permit foreign subsidiaries of U.S. parent companies, as well as other foreign entities that meet the definition of a U.S.-owned or –controlled foreign entity for purposes of the ITSR, to engage in transactions or other dealings with Iran. This session will provide guidance on how to obtain this license and best practices for working with OFAC. • Restrictions on how and with whom the non-US subsidiary can do business in Iran • The scope of facilitation prohibitions for the US parent and US employees • Limited ways in which a US parent can be involved and provide support • Is an OFAC license an option if a great degree of US support is needed? 3:00 Focus on Russia/Ukraine: Status Report on the Most Significant Differences between EU, US and Canadian Sanctions Elliot J. Burger Director, Global Compliance, Legal Counsel ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc. (Cambridge, ON) Maura Rezendes Senior Counsel Allen & Overy LLP (Washington, DC) Clifford Sosnow Partner Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP (Ottawa, ON) This panel will provide an update on the latest restrictions involving Russia/Ukraine sanctions and will provide insight into the key differences between US-EU-Canadian sanctions. The panel will present several case studies that will illustrate the application of the restrictions and how to document compliance. • The OFAC “50%” Rule and Canadian control tests:  How far up the beneficial ownership due diligence ladder • The broad scope of asset freezes and transaction prohibitions • Restrictions on debt and equity financing: The legal grey zones • Energy sector supply chain embargoes • The Crimea region of Ukraine: Complying with special investment and trading restrictions and prohibitions • How sanctions compliance implementation varies across the EU Member States in the EU • Overcoming conflicts of law: Which rules to follow when applicable sanctions regulations conflict If you missed the chance to attend an ACI event, you can still benefit from the conference presentation materials. To order the Conference Materials, please call +1-888-224-2480 or visit: www.americanconference.com/conference_papers MISSED A CONFERENCE? ORDER THE CONFERENCE MATERIALS NOW!
  • 5. a C5 Group Company Business Information in a Global Context Register Now | 212 352 3220 Ext. 5482 AmericanConference.com/CanadaSanctions CanadianInstitute.com/CanadaSanctions 4:00 Networking Break 4:15 The Rules of Engagement for KYC: When and How to Block a Transaction, Terminate a Relationship and Review Previously Processed Transactions Karen Bannon Chief Compliance Officer & Legal Counsel Cambridge Mercantile Group (Toronto, ON) • Red and yellow flags to watch out for going forward • What is considered suspicious and potential sanctionable activity • Flagging individuals and companies that are subject to OFAC sanctions/SDN designation • What is now necessary for your companies screening process • How OFAC will evaluate your due diligence process to determine if additional research would have uncovered a prohibited transaction 5:00 The Top 10 Misconceptions about EU Sanctions: Key Updates on How Canadian Industry Can Avoid Compliance Missteps Michael O’Kane Partner Peters & Peters Solicitors LLP (UK) • Key features of EU sanctions- law, policy, enforcement • Update on differences between EU vs Canadian sanctions on Russia/Ukraine • Special considerations for EU compliance and risk management 5:45 Champagne Roundtables End the day informally as you network and benchmark with your peers, and recap the key points made over the course of the day. 6:30 Conference Adjourns to Day Two MAIN CONFERENCE DAY 2 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2016 8:55 Co-Chairs’ Opening Remarks 9:00 Transactional Due Diligence Case Studies: Best Practices and Concrete Examples of How to Work Through Pain Points Heather Innes Counsel, Global Process Leader, International Trade Law General Motors (Toronto, ON) Milos Barutciski Partner, Co-Head International Trade Bennett Jones LLP (Toronto, ON) Topics will include: • Assessing red flags in the due diligence process—where should you be looking and how to find them? • How much diligence is enough? • Resolving ownership and control issues • Special considerations post-transaction • Evolving sanctions and the dangers of boilerplate language in merger agreements 9:45 Sanctions Compliance at Lightning Speed: How to Update Your Global Sanctions Compliance Program in a Rapidly Changing Environment Luana DiCandia Legal Counsel, Securities Regulatory & Compliance Counsel Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan (Toronto, ON) Camille Glover Vice President, Compliance, OMERS Chief Compliance Officer and Director, Governance and Compliance Borealis Infrastructure (Toronto, ON) Selena Hui-Garreaud Director of Export Controls Bombardier Commercial Aircraft (Montreal, QC) Glen Kelley Partner Jacobson Burton Kelley PLLC (Washington, DC) • Assessing risks based on your specific business activities • Strengthening your global sanctions compliance policies • Streamlining your approach to meeting local requirements and securing approvals • Drafting a formal written compliance program- setting clear guidelines for complex and changing regulations • Screening embargoed countries, denied parties and prohibited users, and working with new US sanctions lists • Implementing a training and awareness program 10:45 Networking Break Media and Association Partners:
  • 6. Join the Conversation @ACI_IntTrade #CanadaSanctions International Trade 11:00 Focus on Insurance: Special Sanctions Compliance and Risk Mitigation Challenges that are Specific to Insurance Transactions Robert Walsh Deputy Chief Compliance Officer, Chief Financial Crime Officer Chair of the US Compliance Committee AXA Group (New York, NY) Maryann Besharat Director of Legal & Compliance Intact Financial Corporation (Toronto, ON) Kevin Cloherty SVP & Global Compliance Chief Manulife (Toronto, ON) • Special challenges facing insurers and reinsurers • Risk assumption activities of foreign affiliates of US insurers • Sanctions exclusionary clause challenges in light of changing market conditions • Role of US employees 12:00 What to Do if You Suspect or Uncover a Sanctions Violation: Lessons Learned from Recent Enforcement Matters Riyaz Dattu Partner Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP (Toronto, ON) Thaddeus R. McBride Partner Bass, Berry & Sims PLC (Washington, DC) • Deciding whether if, when, and how to initiate an investigation • Who should conduct the investigation: In-house vs. outside counsel and forensic accountants • Working with IT and other departments • Dealing with the interplay of foreign privacy laws • Protecting attorney-client privilege • When to call OFAC 1:00 Networking Luncheon for Attendees and Speakers 2:15 AML & Economic Sanctions: Dovetailing Both Programs to Block Terrorist Financing Charlene Cieslik Chief Compliance Officer/Chief AML Officer China Construction Bank (Toronto, ON) Steve Blackburn Vice President, Chief AML Officer CIBC (Toronto, ON) Jacqueline Shinfield Partner Blakes, Cassels & Graydon (Toronto, ON) • Key U.S. and Canadian legal and regulatory considerations • Fundraising activities: Best practices • Designation of ISIS and ISIS DSNs 3:00 Special Focus on Re-Exports: How Canadian Re-Exporters are Addressing Unique Sanctions Compliance Challenges Kenneth S. Purchase Director & Counsel Legal Services Export Compliance Pratt & Whitney Canada (Longueuil, QC) Larry E. Christensen Member Miller & Chevalier Chartered (Washington, DC) • Mitigating sanctions risks posed by distributors • How to handle replacements part from US manufactures? • Resolving the intersection of sanctions and re-export issues • Are banks responsible for due diligence on the transactions? • How to convince foreign business partners to be partners in compliance 3:45 Networking Break 4:00 North Korea, Venezuela, Syria, Myanmar and Sudan: The Most Pressing, Emerging Sanctions Compliance Challenges to Address in the Next 12 Months Led by the Co-Chairs, this session will review recent developments, and discuss how to overcome the legal and practical challenges confronting Canadian industry. Learn about what is prohibited and how to obtain licenses for authorized transactions. 5:00 Conference Ends Accreditation will be sought in those jurisdictions requested by the registrants which have continuing education requirements. This course is identified as nontransitional for the purposes of CLE accreditation. ACI certifies that the activity has been approved for CLE credit by the New York State Continuing Legal Education Board. ACI certifies that this activity has been approved for CLE credit by the State Bar of California. You are required to bring your state bar number to complete the appropriate state forms during the conference. CLE credits are processed in 4-8 weeks after a conference is held. ACI has a dedicated team which processes requests for state approval. Please note that event accreditation varies by state and ACI will make every effort to process your request. Questions about CLE credits for your state? Visit our online CLE Help Center at www.americanconference.com/CLE Continuing Legal Education Credits EARN CLE CREDITS Exclusive Room Rates! American Conference Institute is pleased to offer our delegates a limited number of hotel rooms at a preferential rate. Please contact the hotel directly and mention the “Economic Sanctions Compliance & Enforcement” conference to receive this rate.
  • 7. Register Now | 888 224 2480 AmericanConference.com/CanadaSanctions CanadianInstitute.com/CanadaSanctions American Conference Institute (ACI) will apply for Continuing Professional Education credits for all conference attendees who request credit. There are no pre-requisites and advance preparation is not required to attend this conference. Course objective: Instruction on economic sanctions, compliance, risk management and transactional due diligence.Prerequisite: None. Level of knowledge: Beginner/Intermediate. Teaching Method: Group-Live. Advanced Preparation: None. Delivery method: Group Live. Please refer to the information in this brochure for outline, course content and objectives. Final approval of a course for CPE credits belongs with each states’ regulatory board. Recommended CPE Credit: 13.5 hours for the main conference and an additional 4.0 hours for each workshop. ACI is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 150 Fourth Avenue North, Suite 700, Nashville, TN, 37219-2417 or by visiting the web site: www.learningmarket.org To request credit, please check the appropriate box on the Registration form. Continuing Professional Education Credits o I would like to receive CLE accreditation for the following states: . See CLE details inside. © American Conference Institute, 2016 Complete Payment Details4 Bringing a Team? 3 - 4 10% Conference Discount 5 - 6 15% Conference Discount 7 20% Conference Discount 8 or more Call 888-224-2480 Payment Policy Payment must be received in full by the program date to ensure admittance. All discounts will be applied to the Program Only fee (excluding add-ons), cannot be combined with any other offer, and must be paid in full at time of order. Group discounts available to 3 or more individuals employed by the same organization, who register at the same time. Delegate Substitutions and Cancellations Youmustnotifyusbyemailatleast48hrsinadvanceoftheconference if you wish to send a substitute participant. If you are unable to find a substitute, please notify us in writing no later than 10 days prior to the conference date. All cancellations received will be subject to a cancellation fee of $350. Delegates opting to receive a credit voucher will receive a credit for the full amount paid, redeemable against any other American Conference Institute conference in the next 12 months. No credits or refunds will be given for cancellations received within 10 days of the conference start date. Delegates may not “share” a pass between multiple attendees without prior authorization. No liability is assumed by American Conference Institute for changes in program date, content, speakers or venue. American Conference Institute reserves the right to cancel any conference it deems necessary and will,in such event,make a full refund of any registration fee,but will not be responsible for airfare, hotel or other costs incurred by registrants. Terms and Conditions Fill in your Profile SALUTATION NAME JOB TITLE ORGANIZATION ADDRESS CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE COUNTRY TEL. FAX EMAIL TYPE OF BUSINESS NO. 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Please add 13% HST to all orders 2 *ELITEPASS is recommended for maximum learning and networking value. 5 Accept the Terms and Conditions to Register I confirm I have read and understood the terms and conditions of registering for this event 814L17-TORConference Code 1 PHONE: 1-212-352-3220 Ext. 5482 EMAIL: L.Alexandre@AmericanConference.com   MAIL: American Conference Institute 45 West 25th Street, 11th Floor New York, NY 10010 ONLINE: www.AmericanConference.com/CanadaSanctions FAX: 1-877-927-1563   Choose your Registration Method Fee Includes The program, all program materials, refreshment breaks and lunches. Please charge my o VISA o MasterCard o AMEX o Discover Card o Please invoice me NUMBER EXP. DATE CARDHOLDER o I have enclosed my cheque for $_______________ _including applicable taxes made payable to American Conference Institute (T.I.N.—98-0116207) Special Discount ACI offers financial scholarships for government employees, judges, law students, non-profit entities and others. For more information, please email or call customer service. Venue Information at a Glance Venue: Hyatt Regency Toronto Address: 370 King St W, Toronto, ON M5V 1J9, Canada TEL.: 1-888-421-1442 ONLINE: tinyurl.com/CanadaSanctions16 Book your Accommodation American Conference Institute is pleased to offer our delegates a limited number of hotel rooms at a preferential rate. Please contact the hotel directly and mention “ACI’s Economic Sanctions” conference or visit the online reservation page. This program can be applied towards 12 of the 12 hours of annual Continuing Professional Development (CPD) required by the Law Society of Upper Canada. 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