Ottawa – Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, has said: “Canada has supported Ukraine since day one of Russia’s illegal invasion, and we will be there to help Ukraine rebuild when they win this war.”
Reducing regulatory barriers to strengthen economy
Halifax – The Government of Canada is taking a whole-of-government approach to strengthen our economy and reduce the cost of living for Canadians. In doing so, we must continue to work with all partners to increase productivity and remove regulatory barriers so businesses and our economy can thrive. As part of these efforts, Anita Anand, President of Treasury Board will …
Surtax on Chinese-made Electric Vehicles, steel and aluminum products
Ottawa – The Government of Canada intends to implement a 100 per cent surtax on all Chinese-made EVs, effective October 1, 2024. This includes electric and certain hybrid passenger automobiles, trucks, buses, and delivery vans. It will be implemented on the products listed below, when imported from China. Descriptions are included for illustrative purposes, with the scope established by the …
Minister Joly concludes successful visit to Côte d’Ivoire, South Africa
Pretoria – Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today concluded a successful trip to Côte d’Ivoire and South Africa from August 19 to 22, 2024. In Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, Minister Joly met with the Vice-President, Tiémoko Meyliet Koné, and highlighted the friendship between Côte d’Ivoire and Canada as well as the commercial exchanges and people-to-people ties that make both countries …
Public consultations on Canada-US-Mexico Agreement commence
Ottawa – The Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) is a high-standard, high-ambition agreement that promotes the integration of Canadian SMEs into regional and global supply chains, while advancing the rights of our workers and our environmental priorities. The Agreement provides a stable, rules-based, and predictable trading environment for Canadian enterprises in North America. This week the Government of Canada launched public …
Canada pledges $5.7M in humanitarian aid for Ukraine
Kiev – International Development Minister Ahmed Hussen says Canada will provide $5.7 million for Ukrainians to meet their basic needs. Ottawa says it’s maintaining solidarity with Ukraine two-and-a-half years into Russia’s full-scale invasion as Hussen visits Kyiv. The trip has a focus on children, with Hussen visiting the main children’s hospital, which was damaged by a Russian missile in July. …
Canada stands with Ukraine
Ottawa – Bill Blair, Minister of National Defence, spoke with Ukraine’s Defence Minister Rustem Umerov. He said: “Our support for Ukraine is steadfast, and we will stand together until victory. We’ll continue to provide Ukraine with the tools it needs – and last month, Canada announced $500 million in additional military assistance.”
Minister Joly visits Côte d’Ivoire and South Africa
Ottawa – Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today is visiting Côte d’Ivoire on August 19-20, followed by South Africa from August 21-22. In Abdijan, Côte d’Ivoire, Minister Joly will meet with the Vice-President Tiémoko Meyliet Koné and Minister of Defense, Téné Birahima Ouattara to discuss shared priorities related to counterterrorism and to explore ways to reinforce regional security. She …
Canada-Colombia Free Trade Agreement
Ottawa – Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, said: “Thinking of going global? It’s time to consider Colombia. Learn how the Canada-Colombia Free Trade Agreement can help you reduce costs and access a thriving market of 50 million potential consumers.” In August 2002, the Minister of International Trade announced that Canada and the Andean Community …
Ahmed Hussen: Canada is committed to advocate peace, security in Afghanistan
Ottawa – Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, said three years after the “Taliban’s takeover, Afghanistan’s progress on democracy, human rights, and education has eroded, especially for women and girls. Canada is committed to advocating for peace and security in Afghanistan while delivering aid to the region’s most vulnerable. We will continue supporting the people of Afghanistan to meet their …