Canadian funding for Haiti ‘just as good’ as boots on the ground, says Bahamian envoy
In a wide-ranging interview Bahamian High Commissioner V. Alfred Gray talks about the first Canada-CARICOM summit, hope for Haiti’s future, and the battle against climate change.
Canada charts formal course for CARICOM engagement
The Canada-CARICOM strategic partnership paves the way for annual meetings between foreign ministers and senior officials.
Canada is using chemical firm’s talking points in trade dispute with Mexico
The federal government’s position has serious implications for Canada’s ability to protect Canadians from pesticides.
Less than six months until planned end to trade talks, U.K. asks Canada for cheese access extension
Canada and the U.K. were supposed to ‘endeavour’ to reach an ‘arrangement’ on cheese by the end of June, but an agreement has yet to be finalized.
Ottawa should refocus on Canada’s largest trading partner
Despite a push to boost trade with Asian and European Union countries, the importance of America in Canada’s international trade has barely changed over decades.
The Senate can protect Canada’s future as a trading nation
The Red Chamber should put a stop to Bill C-282, which would prevent Canada from ever contemplating international trade concessions in sectors regulated through the system of supply management.
Americans ignoring CUSMA auto ruling reveals cracks in deal’s credibility, say trade experts
‘If we can’t figure this one out, the agreement itself will be questioned,’ says Christopher Sands, director of the Wilson Center’s Canada Institute, of American non-compliance with CUSMA’s automobile rules of origin.
Too early for proposals for North American trade pact review, says GAC official, as experts push for proactive plan
‘Relitigating’ NAFTA renegotiation could jeopardize ‘opportunity’ of six-year review, says senior trade official.
Documents reveal feds evaluating ethics of Canada’s booming international student sector
The federal government’s current international education strategy is set to expire next March, and Global Affairs Canada’s trade commissioner service is leading the work on a new plan.
More clarity needed on Canada’s engagement plan with Africa, say advocates and experts
Some are calling on the federal government to combine its plans for African engagement into a comprehensive strategy.
