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February 2020

SCCC News (February 2020)

President's Message

Dear Readers,

2020 is in full swing and with only two months in the new year, the world seems to be on edge. How are we facing climate change? What are the financial impacts? These questions are in everyone’s mind and are bringing a new level of complexity to the world. How can Canada and Switzerland work towards a more sustainable and cohesive approach? The World Economic Forum which took place in Davos in January, hosted key leaders and a younger generation participating in active debates and discussions about these topics that are increasingly relevant.

China’s coronavirus epidemic has infected a number of people in many countries that is increasing exponentially after its first appearance last December. First and foremost, our hearts go out to everyone who has been affected. In response to the scale and rapid spread of the virus, the World Health Organization (WHO) based in Geneva, has called the epidemic a global emergency. The human cost of the coronavirus outbreak is climbing, but so is the economic cost as well.

On a positive note, January has seen Switzerland make youth olympians a wonderful success story at the third Winter Youth Olympic Games which were held in Lausanne. 1,872 young athletes from 79 countries took part in 81 successful events. The games were also completely gender equal. 

At the SCCC, it is imperative that we focus on our identity as a Swiss Canadian organisation, that we keep improving our service standards and members engagement. Creating an experience that is distinct and qualities that are needed to thrive in the fast-paced world in which we operate.

2020 will see many events with a focus on Switzerland. Our annual fondue took place at Le Marché on February 26, our partner Switzerland Tourism will launch its 2020 campaign with a special event for the SCCC on April 2, followed by two additional corporate and social events with Swiss organisations in the Spring.

As we continue to work diligently, I hope that you too will feel, as I do, emboldened by what is possible for us in 2020.

Alexandra Soriano
President SCCC

Upcoming Events

  • Switzerland Tourism Event: April 2, 2020
  • Annual General Meeting: April 22, 2020, King Edward Hotel
  • Läderach Event: May 20 (tentative date)
SCCC Corporate Members
  • Habib Canadian Bank  (Subsidiary of Habib Bank AG Zurich)
  • Zurich Canada
  • Laderach (Canada) Inc.
  • Custom Spring Corporate
  • Rolex Canada Ltd.
  • Lette LLP
  • Swiss Business Hub
  • Roche Canada
  • Swissmar Ltd.
  • Swiss International Air Lines Ltd.
  • Endress + Hauser Canada Ltd
  • Hilti (Canada) Corporation
  • Switzerland Tourism
  • Mazars LLP
  • Canadian Tire Corporation
  • Lindt & Spruengli (Canada) Inc.
  • Adecco Employment Services Limited