Canada News Centre2026-06-10T12:31:39-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/news.htmlhttps://www.canada.ca/etc/designs/canada/wet-boew/assets/wmms-blk.svghttps://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-opens-a-preclearance-facility-at-vancouver-pacific-central-rail-station.html

The Minister of Public Safety, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, and the Minister of Transport, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, today announced the conversion of the first railway location in Canada to preclearance, at the Vancouver Pacific Central Rail Station in British Columbia.

Public Safety Canada2026-06-10T12:31:39-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/food-inspection-agency/news/2026/06/the-canadian-food-inspection-agency-implements-disease-control-measures-to-prevent-spread-of-new-world-screwworm.html

Following a confirmed finding of New World screwworm in a calf in Texas, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) announced today that it will implement temporary import restrictions on livestock, including horses, from entering Canada from affected areas.

Canadian Food Inspection Agency2026-06-05T17:11:28-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/06/advisory-committee-on-canadaus-economic-relations-meets-to-discuss-trade-and-economic-priorities.html

Today, members of the Advisory Committee on Canada–U.S. Economic Relations met to discuss trade and economic priorities ahead of the upcoming review of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA).

Global Affairs Canada2026-06-04T15:12:49-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/06/minister-leblanc-and-chief-trade-negotiator-charette-meet-with-north-american-auto-industry-representatives-ahead-of-upcoming-cusma-joint-review.html

Today, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, President of the King’s Privy Council for Canada and Minister responsible for Canada-U.S. Trade, Intergovernmental Affairs, Internal Trade and One Canadian Economy, and the Honourable Janice Charette, Chief Trade Negotiator to the United States, met with representatives of the North American automobile industry from the Canadian Vehicles Manufacturers’ Association and the American Automotive Policy Council.

Global Affairs Canada2026-06-03T18:49:42-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/06/statement-by-minister-leblanc-on-proposed-section-301-tariffs.html

The Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, President of the King’s Privy Council for Canada and Minister responsible for Canada-U.S. Trade, Intergovernmental Affairs, Internal Trade and One Canadian Economy today issued the following statement following the U.S. proposed Section 301 tariffs and written consultations.

Global Affairs Canada2026-06-03T17:42:51-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/05/trilateral-statement-from-the-united-states-mexico-and-canada-on-public-health-travel-measures.html

Today, the United States, Mexico and Canada issued the following statement:"The United States, Mexico and Canada have announced aligned public health travel measures for individuals coming from African regions at greatest risk from the Ebola virus. This coordinated approach aims to protect our citizens and the millions of visitors, fans, athletes, and tourists expected during the FIFA World Cup 2026™, while maintaining travel and commerce across our borders. The health and safety of every person in the region remains our highest priority as we welcome the world to North America."

Global Affairs Canada2026-05-28T10:55:23-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/05/minister-leblanc-meets-with-provincial-and-territorial-trade-ministers-to-discuss-canada-us-trade-and-cusma-review.html

Yesterday, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, President of the King’s Privy Council for Canada and Minister responsible for Canada-U.S. Trade, Intergovernmental Affairs, Internal Trade and One Canadian Economy, met with provincial and territorial trade ministers to discuss Canada-U.S. trade relations and preparations for the upcoming review of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA).

Global Affairs Canada2026-05-26T18:14:17-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/05/minister-sidhu-advances-canadas-trade-priorities-with-g7-trade-ministers.html

This week, the Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade, attended the second G7 Trade Ministers’ Meeting of the year in Paris, France.

Global Affairs Canada2026-05-07T16:01:28-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/05/national-coordinators-build-on-successes-of-the-icebreaker-collaboration-effort.html

Officials from the governments of Canada, Finland and the United States met in Helsinki from May 6 to 7 under the Icebreaker Collaboration Effort (ICE Pact), continuing to advance work to build the icebreakers required for a secure and economically strong Arctic.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-05-07T14:00:12-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/05/minister-sidhu-to-advance-trade-priorities-at-g7-trade-ministers-meeting-in-paris-france.html

Minister Sidhu will meet with his G7 counterparts to discuss how collaboration on current trade and investment priorities can be strengthened, including by fostering supply chain resilience for critical minerals, tackling non-market policies and practices, sharing best practices in mitigating challenges related to low-value parcels and supporting a more effective multilateral trading system.Minister Sidhu will meet with his G7 counterparts to discuss how collaboration on current trade and investment priorities can be strengthened, including by fostering supply chain resilience for critical minerals, tackling non-market policies and practices, sharing best practices in mitigating challenges related to low-value parcels and supporting a more effective multilateral trading system...

Global Affairs Canada2026-05-04T19:19:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/04/minister-leblanc-chairs-first-meeting-of-the-new-advisory-committee-on-canadaus-economic-relations.html

Today, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, President of the King’s Privy Council for Canada and Minister responsible for Canada-U.S. Trade, Intergovernmental Affairs, Internal Trade and One Canadian Economy, chaired the inaugural meeting of the new Advisory Committee on Canada–U.S. Economic Relations.

Global Affairs Canada2026-04-27T14:00:47-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2026/04/minister-alty-highlights-indigenous-rights-health-and-climate-leadership-at-the-25th-united-nations-permanent-forum-on-indigenous-issues.html

On Monday, Indigenous leaders and government partners from around the world came together to mark the start of the 25th session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues. At the forum, Minister Alty was joined by Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, First Nations, Inuit and Métis Elders, Ruth Mercredi, Minnie Grey, and Alberta Malcolm, as well as Reception keynote speaker Be’sha Blondin, and Senator Margo Greenwood.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2026-04-22T17:47:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/international-trade-tribunal/news/2026/04/tribunal-finds-injuryoil-country-tubular-goods-from-mexico-the-philippines-turkiye-south-korea-and-the-united-states.html

Further to the Canadian International Trade Tribunal’s inquiry (NQ 2025-007), the Tribunal today found that the dumping of oil country tubular goods, originating in or exported from Mexico, the Philippines, Türkiye, South Korea and the United States, has caused injury to the domestic industry. Anti-dumping duties will therefore be collected by the Canada Border Services Agency. The complainants in this case were Interpro Pipe & Steel Inc. of Regina, Saskatchewan and Welded Tube of Canada Corp. of Concord, Ontario.

Canadian International Trade Tribunal2026-04-21T16:05:23-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/international-trade-tribunal/news/2026/04/tribunal-initiates-expiry-reviewcertain-whole-potatoes-from-the-united-states.html

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today initiated an expiry review (RR-2026-001) of its order made on June 2, 2021, in expiry review RR-2020-002, to determine if the expiry of the order is likely to lead to continued or resumed dumping of certain whole potatoes from the United States and is likely to result in injury to the domestic industry.

Canadian International Trade Tribunal2026-04-01T16:05:42-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/03/update-on-the-situation-in-the-middle-east--march-30-2026.html

The Government of Canada continues to monitor the situation in the Middle East and takes the safety and security of Canadians and our own personnel abroad very seriously. Our focus remains on helping Canadians make informed decisions and obtain any consular assistance they may require.

Global Affairs Canada2026-03-30T15:51:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/03/g7-foreign-ministers-statement-on-iran.html

We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union, met under France’s G7 Presidency, at Abbaye des Vaux-de-Cernay, France from March 26 to 27, 2026.

Global Affairs Canada2026-03-27T13:33:26-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/03/minister-anand-to-travel-to-france-for-bilateral-meetings-and-g7-foreign-ministers-meeting.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will travel to Paris and Abbaye des Vaux-de-Cernay, France, from March 25 to 27, 2026, to hold bilateral meetings and participate in the G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting.

Global Affairs Canada2026-03-24T08:55:01-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/03/g7-foreign-ministers-statement-on-support-to-partners-in-the-middle-east.html

We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union, express support to our partners in the region in the face of the unjustifiable attacks by the Islamic Republic of Iran and its proxies.

Global Affairs Canada2026-03-21T15:35:45-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/03/statement-by-minister-valdez-head-of-the-delegation-to-the-70th-session-of-the-united-nations-commission-on-the-status-of-women.html

In an increasingly polarized and divided world, we are seeing hard-won progress at risk. In many places, women’s rights are being rolled back. In others, they are being quietly deprioritized.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-03-09T18:23:25-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/01/joint-g7-foreign-ministers-statement-on-iran.html

We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union, are gravely concerned by the developments surrounding the ongoing protests in Iran. We strongly oppose the intensification of the Iranian authorities’ brutal repression of the Iranian people, who have been bravely voicing legitimate aspirations for a better life, dignity and freedom, since the end of December 2025.

Global Affairs Canada2026-01-14T15:38:51-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/international-trade-tribunal/news/2025/12/tribunal-initiates-final-injury-inquiryoil-country-tubular-goods-from-mexico-the-philippines-turkiye-south-korea-and-the-united-states.html

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today initiated an inquiry to determine whether the dumping of oil country tubular goods, originating in or exported from Mexico, the Philippines, Türkiye, South Korea and the United States, has caused injury or retardation or is threatening to cause injury. This final injury inquiry was initiated further to a notice received from the Canada Border Services Agency stating that a preliminary determination had been made respecting the dumping of the above mentioned goods.

Canadian International Trade Tribunal2025-12-23T16:05:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/12/g7-foreign-ministers-statement-on-the-jimmy-lai-verdict-in-hong-kong.html

We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union, condemn the prosecution of Jimmy Lai under the National Security Law (NSL) in Hong Kong that has led to his guilty verdict on December 15, 2025.

Global Affairs Canada2025-12-17T10:50:26-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/12/joint-statement-on-haiti-force-generation-conference.html

The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America and Canada on behalf of the Standing Group of Partners on December 12.

Global Affairs Canada2025-12-12T15:49:39-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/11/minister-anand-meets-with-united-states-secretary-of-state-marco-rubio.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today met with Marco Rubio, the United States Secretary of State, during the G7 Foreign Ministers’ meeting in the Niagara Region.

Global Affairs Canada2025-11-12T22:29:48-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/11/joint-statement-of-g7-foreign-ministers-meeting-in-the-niagara-region.html

We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union, met under Canada’s G7 Presidency, in Niagara, on November 11-12, 2025. We welcomed the participation of the Foreign Ministers of Brazil, India, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Mexico, the Republic of Korea, South Africa, and Ukraine, who joined us for discussions on maritime security and prosperity, critical minerals, economic resilience and energy security.

Global Affairs Canada2025-11-12T15:32:06-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/11/minister-anand-announces-participants-for-g7-foreign-ministers-meeting-in-niagara.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the participants for the upcoming G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, which will take place in the Niagara Region, Ontario, from November 11 to 12, 2025.

Global Affairs Canada2025-11-06T15:33:10-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/10/joint-statement-of-the-multilateral-sanctions-monitoring-team-msmt-on-the-report-covering-dprk-cyber-and-it-worker-activities.html

The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America and Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, New Zealand, the Republic of Korea, and the United Kingdom on the occasion of the release of the latest MSMT report.

Global Affairs Canada2025-10-22T16:02:18-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/10/minister-sidhu-advances-trade-priorities-at-g20-trade-and-investment-ministers-meeting.html

The Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister International Trade, has concluded his participation at the G20 Trade and Investment Ministerial Meeting, held in Gqeberha, South Africa.

Global Affairs Canada2025-10-12T12:41:43-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/international-trade-tribunal/news/2025/10/tribunal-issues-determination-of-reasonable-indication-of-injuryoil-country-tubular-goods-from-mexico-the-philippines-turkiye-south-korea-and-the-u.html

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today determined that there is a reasonable indication that the dumping of oil country tubular goods from Mexico, the Philippines, Türkiye, South Korea and the United States has caused injury or is threatening to cause injury to the domestic industry.

Canadian International Trade Tribunal2025-10-09T16:05:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/10/minister-sidhu-to-attend-g20-trade-and-investment-ministerial-meeting-in-south-africa.html

This week, the Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade, will participate in the G20 Trade and Investment Ministerial Meeting in Gqeberha, South Africa.

Global Affairs Canada2025-10-06T09:28:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/10/minister-anand-to-host-g7-foreign-ministers-meeting-in-the-niagara-region-in-ontario.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today provided additional information about the upcoming G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, confirming that it will take place in the Niagara Region, in Ontario, from November 11 to 12, 2025.

Global Affairs Canada2025-10-03T10:12:47-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/10/g7-foreign-ministers-statement-on-iran-sanctions-snapback.html

“We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union, stand united in our support for the E3 activation of the snapback reimposing United Nations Security Council (UNSC) sanctions and other restrictions against Iran. This action is the result of the Iranian Government’s continued failure to meet its requirements under the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).

Global Affairs Canada2025-10-01T12:23:53-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/09/joint-g7-foreign-ministers-statement--meeting-of-the-g7-foreign-ministers-on-the-margins-of-the-high-level-week-at-the-united-nations-general-assem.html

“We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union, met on the margins of High-Level Week at the United Nations General Assembly in New York.

Global Affairs Canada2025-09-23T18:49:52-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/09/minister-anand-speaks-with-us-secretary-of-state-rubio.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, spoke with Marco Rubio, United States Secretary of State, on Sunday.

Global Affairs Canada2025-09-23T10:28:59-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/09/minister-anand-to-attend-80th-un-general-assembly-high-level-week.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced that she will join Prime Minister Mark Carney as part of Canada’s delegation to the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) High-Level Week in New York City, New York.

Global Affairs Canada2025-09-22T12:00:10-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/09/canada-launches-public-consultations-on-the-canada-united-states-mexico-agreement.html

The Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) is a landmark agreement that facilitates free trade across North America, supporting opportunities for Canadian workers, businesses and communities.

Global Affairs Canada2025-09-19T14:30:24-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/08/minister-anand-meets-with-us-secretary-of-state-marco-rubio-in-washington-dc.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, held a collaborative meeting with Marco Rubio, U.S. Secretary of State, in Washington, D.C., United States.

Global Affairs Canada2025-08-21T17:18:59-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/08/statement-of-the-g7-non-proliferation-directors-group.html

“We, the G7 Non-Proliferation Directors Group, seek a safer, more prosperous world, with undiminished security for all. We are convinced that, in an increasingly uncertain security environment, meaningful progress on disarmament, non-proliferation, and arms control will require sustained engagement and mutual understanding from all concerned parties. We also recognize the value of incorporating a variety of perspectives in disarmament, non-proliferation, and arms control decision-making processes. We pledge to lead by example, fostering dialogue, cooperation, and transparency as we collectively confront these challenges. We invite all States who share our vision to join us in these efforts.

Global Affairs Canada2025-08-20T10:59:54-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/international-trade-tribunal/news/2025/08/tribunal-initiates-inquiryoil-country-tubular-goods-from-mexico-the-philippines-turkiye-south-korea-and-the-united-states.html

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today initiated a preliminary injury inquiry into a complaint by EVRAZ Inc. NA Canada, of Regina, Saskatchewan and Welded Tube of Canada Corp., of Concord, Ontario, that they have suffered injury as a result of the dumping of oil country tubular goods from Mexico, the Philippines, Türkiye, South Korea and the United States. The Tribunal’s inquiry is conducted pursuant to the Special Import Measures Act (SIMA) as a result of the initiation of a dumping investigation by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA).

Canadian International Trade Tribunal2025-08-12T16:05:43-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/08/foreign-ministers-statement-on-international-ngo-restrictions.html

The humanitarian suffering in Gaza has reached unimaginable levels. Famine is unfolding before our eyes. Urgent action is needed now to halt and reverse starvation. Humanitarian space must be protected, and aid should never be politicised.

Global Affairs Canada2025-08-12T09:19:18-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2025/08/joint-statement-from-canadian--us-coast-guard-leadership-regarding-the-2025-port-huron-float-down.html

The Port Huron Float Down is scheduled to take place on Sunday, August 17, 2025, on the St. Clair River. This unsanctioned event poses significant dangers to participants and other users of the waterway on the 7.5 mile/12 km course.

Canadian Coast Guard2025-08-11T10:38:43-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/07/joint-statement-on-iranian-state-threat-activity-in-europe-and-north-america.html

The following statement is released by the governments of Albania, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Czechia, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, the United Kingdom, and the United States.

Global Affairs Canada2025-07-31T15:38:55-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/07/minister-leblanc-meets-with-us-senate-congressional-delegation.html

Today, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, President of the King’s Privy Council for Canada and Minister responsible for Canada-U.S. Trade, Intergovernmental Affairs and One Canadian Economy, met with a U.S. Senate Congressional Delegation to discuss opportunities to strengthen the longstanding and unique trade and investment relationship between Canada and the United States.

Global Affairs Canada2025-07-21T16:44:48-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/06/joint-statement-of-the-g7-foreign-ministers-on-iran-and-the-middle-east.html

We the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union, met in The Hague on June 25, 2025, where we discussed recent events in the Middle East.

Global Affairs Canada2025-06-30T16:09:29-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/06/government-of-canada-officials-to-provide-technical-briefing-on-the-2025-g7-leaders-summit.html

June 11, 2025 - Media are invited to a virtual briefing by senior government officials on the priorities for the upcoming G7 Leader’s Summit being held in Kananaskis from June 15-17, 2025.

Global Affairs Canada2025-06-11T20:07:45-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/06/minister-sidhu-advances-canadas-trade-priorities-with-g7-trade-ministers.html

This week, the Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade, hosted a meeting with G7 trade ministers in Paris, France.

Global Affairs Canada2025-06-05T12:19:23-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/05/joint-statement-of-the-multilateral-sanctions-monitoring-team-on-the-first-report-covering-democratic-peoples-republic-of-korea-russia-military-coo.html

Today, the governments of Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, New Zealand, Republic of Korea, United Kingdom and United States issued the following statement:

Global Affairs Canada2025-05-29T09:23:05-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/05/g7-foreign-ministers-statement-on-india-and-pakistan.html

We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union, strongly condemn the egregious terrorist attack in Pahalgam on April 22 and urge maximum restraint from both India and Pakistan. Further military escalation poses a serious threat to regional stability. We are deeply concerned for the safety of civilians on both sides.

Global Affairs Canada2025-05-09T19:14:19-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/international-trade-tribunal/news/2025/05/tribunal-issues-determinationrenewable-diesel-from-the-united-states.html

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today determined that the evidence does not disclose a reasonable indication that the dumping and subsidizing of renewable diesel from the United States of America have caused injury or are threatening to cause injury to the domestic industry. Therefore, the Tribunal terminated its preliminary injury inquiry.

Canadian International Trade Tribunal2025-05-05T16:05:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/04/trade-commissioner-service-announces-new-resources-to-support-canadian-exporters-facing-us-tariffs.html

As part of Canada’s ongoing support for Canadian businesses facing the unjustified tariffs imposed by the United States (U.S.), Global Affairs Canada announces the launch of new resources from the Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) aimed at supporting Canadian exporters to help them benefit from the tariff-free treatment provided under the CUSMA.

Global Affairs Canada2025-04-30T16:07:51-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/04/g7-foreign-ministers-statement-marking-two-years-since-the-beginning-of-the-devastating-war-in-sudan.html

We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union, unequivocally denounce the ongoing conflict, atrocities and grave human rights violations and abuses in Sudan, as the world marks two years since the beginning of the devastating war between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF).

Global Affairs Canada2025-04-15T17:25:35-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/04/g7-foreign-ministers-statement-on-chinas-large-scale-military-drills-around-taiwan.html

We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union, express deep concern about China’s provocative actions, particularly the recent large-scale military drills around Taiwan.

Global Affairs Canada2025-04-06T13:47:22-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/03/g7-foreign-ministers-declaration-on-maritime-security-and-prosperity.html

We, the Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union, reaffirm the G7’s steadfast commitment to contribute towards a free, open, and secure maritime domain based on the rule of law that strengthens international security, fosters economic prosperity, and ensures the sustainable use of marine resources.

Global Affairs Canada2025-03-14T11:03:50-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/03/joint-statement-of-the-g7-foreign-ministers-meeting-in-charlevoix.html

The G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union, met in Charlevoix on March 12 to 14, 2025.

Global Affairs Canada2025-03-14T10:56:05-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/03/statement-from-minister-joly-on-negotiations-between-ukraine-and-the-united-states-in-saudi-arabia.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement following a meeting between Ukraine and the United States that took place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on March 11:

Global Affairs Canada2025-03-12T22:38:57-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2025/03/statement-by-minister-ien-head-of-the-delegation-of-canada-to-uncsw-69th-session.html

In 1995, something amazing happened - the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action set out an ambitious roadmap for achieving the equal rights of all women and girls.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2025-03-12T16:55:17-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/03/statement-by-minister-ng-on-united-states-imposition-of-tariffs-on-canadian-steel-and-aluminum.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development today issued the following statement following the U.S. reimposition of Section 232 25 percent tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum as of March 12, 2025.

Global Affairs Canada2025-03-12T16:18:44-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/international-trade-tribunal/news/2025/03/tribunal-initiates-inquiryrenewable-diesel-from-the-united-states.html

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today initiated a preliminary injury inquiry into a complaint by Tidewater Renewables Ltd., of Calgary, Alberta, that it has suffered injury as a result of the dumping and subsidizing of renewable diesel from the United States of America. The Tribunal’s inquiry is conducted pursuant to the Special Import Measures Act (SIMA) as a result of the initiation of dumping and subsidizing investigations by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA).

Canadian International Trade Tribunal2025-03-07T16:05:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/03/biographical-note.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointment: Sarah Quigley will become Consul General in Denver (United States of America). Ms. Quigley will replace Sylvain Fabi. She will take up her appointment in the coming months.

Global Affairs Canada2025-03-05T10:00:49-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/03/announcement-of-new-diplomatic-appointment.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointment: Sarah Quigley will become Consul General in Denver (United States of America). Ms. Quigley will replace Sylvain Fabi. She will take up her appointment in the coming months.

Global Affairs Canada2025-03-05T10:00:01-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2025/02/cbsa-and-rcmp-joint-investigation-leads-to-criminal-charges-and-the-seizure-of-synthetic-opioids-more-potent-than-fentanyl.html

The CBSA and RCMP announced today that an arrest has been made in Mississauga, Ontario for possession and trafficking of narcotics, including Nitazenes.

Canada Border Services Agency2025-02-28T11:41:54-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2025/02/minister-of-transport-and-internal-trade-concludes-productive-visit-to-washington-dc.html

This week, the Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, the Honourable Anita Anand, travelled to Washington D.C. to participate in a series of bilateral meetings with U.S. government officials.

Transport Canada2025-02-26T16:57:54-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/02/multilateral-sanctions-monitoring-team-steering-committee-inaugural-meeting-joint-statement.html

“The governments of Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, New Zealand, the Republic of Korea, the United Kingdom and the United States held the inaugural meeting of the Multilateral Sanctions Monitoring Team (MSMT) Steering Committee in Washington, D.C., on February 19, 2025.

Global Affairs Canada2025-02-20T21:19:24-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/02/minister-joly-to-travel-to-johannesburg-south-africa-for-g20-foreign-ministers-meeting.html

Minister Joly will meet with her counterparts to discuss pressing geopolitical issues, including Russia’s aggression against Ukraine, the situation in the Middle East and the crisis in Haiti. She will also address peace and security issues in Africa, particularly in Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Global Affairs Canada2025-02-20T08:09:28-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/02/minister-joly-to-host-g7-foreign-ministers-meeting-in-charlevoix-quebec.html

As Canada holds the G7 presidency this year, it is honoured to welcome foreign ministers to address pressing global challenges together and strengthen international cooperation.

Global Affairs Canada2025-02-19T13:25:23-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/01/media-registration--minister-melanie-joly-to-hold-a-virtual-media-availability-in-washington-dc.html

January 29, 2025 – The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will hold a virtual media availability on January 29, 2025, in Washington, D.C. Media representatives are invited to register using the information below. The Minister will share insights from her meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio during which she explored opportunities for enhancing the robust Canada-U.S. relationship, focusing on key areas such as border management, economic cooperation, and mutual investments.

Global Affairs Canada2025-01-29T15:13:36-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/01/minister-joly-to-travel-to-washington-dc0.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced she will travel to Washington, D.C., for a bilateral visit from January 29 to 31, 2025.

Global Affairs Canada2025-01-29T12:59:12-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/01/minister-joly-speaks-with-us-secretary-of-state-marco-rubio.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, spoke yesterday with Marco Rubio, the United States’ new Secretary of State. The Minister congratulated Secretary Rubio on his appointment to the position and expressed that she is looking forward to working closely with him on priorities shared by the United States and Canada.

Global Affairs Canada2025-01-23T11:57:01-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/01/minister-ng-strengthens-cross-border-trade-relations-during-visit-to-states-of-new-jersey-and-new-york.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, today concluded a 2-day visit to the states of New Jersey and New York.

Global Affairs Canada2025-01-16T15:00:20-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/01/foreign-affairs-minister-melanie-joly-to-hold-a-virtual-media-availability-in-washington-dc.html

The Minister will discuss her visit to Washington D.C. during which she met with U.S. government leaders to discuss ways to bolster the strong partnership between Canada and the United States, including on issues of border security, trade and investment.

Global Affairs Canada2025-01-16T12:30:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/01/minister-joly-to-travel-to-washington-dc.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced she will travel to Washington, D.C., for a bilateral visit from January 15 to 17, 2025.

Global Affairs Canada2025-01-16T08:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2025/01/government-of-canadas-response-to-the-wildfires-in-california.html

The Government of Canada and all Canadians express their deep sadness at the devastating wildfires currently impacting southern California.

Public Safety Canada2025-01-10T20:32:36-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/01/g7-denounces-the-lack-of-democratic-legitimacy-of-todays-presidential-inauguration-in-venezuela.html

“We, the G7 foreign ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union, denounce the lack of democratic legitimacy of today’s purported inauguration of Nicolas Maduro as president of Venezuela.

Global Affairs Canada2025-01-10T15:47:54-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2025/01/the-cbsa-announces-first-canadian-land-preclearance-operation-in-the-us.html

Today, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) announced its intention to launch its first preclearance operation in 2025.

Canada Border Services Agency2025-01-02T11:51:12-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2024/12/ending-flagpoling-for-work-and-study-permits-at-the-border.html

Work and study permits will no longer be provided to flagpolers at a port of entry, effective December 23 at 11:59 pm ET

Canada Border Services Agency2024-12-23T18:25:42-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/12/joint-statement-from-the-tallinn-mechanism---donors-accumulate-200-million-euros-for-ukraines-resilience-in-cyberspace.html

Today, Global Affairs Canada issued the following joint statement: “Ukraine has withstood Russia’s brutal full-scale invasion for over 1000 days. This war does not only take place in the trenches but also in cyberspace; it confirms that cyberattacks are an integral part of 21st century conflict and warfare, and cybersecurity is a crucial dimension of the overall resilience of society. Thanks to Ukraine’s own resilience coupled with the international assistance it has received, Ukraine has persisted despite these attacks and has kept its digital ecosystem functioning throughout the war. The recent targeting of Ukrainian state registries underscores the importance of supporting Ukraine’s digital infrastructure in a comprehensive and timely manner.

Global Affairs Canada2024-12-20T15:10:34-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/12/statement-by-minister-ng-on-forced-labour-measures-in-2024-fall-economic-statement.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, today issued the following statement regarding new measures to combat forced labour announced in the 2024 Fall Economic Statement:

Global Affairs Canada2024-12-18T10:30:16-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/12/minister-joly-launches-canadas-arctic-foreign-policy.html

The Arctic is experiencing major change. The shifting geopolitical landscape, evolving security threats and acceleration of climate change are impacting the Arctic in unique ways and highlight the need for strong Canadian leadership to respond to the changing reality in the region.

Global Affairs Canada2024-12-06T10:07:16-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/11/foreign-affairs-minister-melanie-joly-to-hold-media-availability-in-washington-dc.html

November 20, 2024 – The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will hold a media availability on November 21, 2024, in Washington, D.C.

Global Affairs Canada2024-11-20T14:46:54-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/11/minister-joly-to-travel-to-washington-dc.html

While in Washington, Minister Joly will meet with U.S. leaders, including Republican and Democratic senators, to discuss trade, investment and security.

Global Affairs Canada2024-11-20T11:57:19-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/11/minister-ng-strengthens-economic-ties-at-asia-pacific-economic-cooperation-ministerial-meeting-in-lima-peru.html

This week, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, participated in the annual Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Ministerial Meeting and the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting alongside Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, in Lima, Peru.

Global Affairs Canada2024-11-18T18:07:03-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2024/11/canada-signs-new-partnership-agreement-with-united-states-and-finland-to-produce-arctic-and-polar-icebreakers.html

The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement and Quebec Lieutenant, joined by Alejandro Mayorkas, United States (U.S.) Secretary of Homeland Security, and Wille Rydman, Finland’s Minister of Economic Affairs, signed a joint Memorandum of Understanding to establish the Icebreaker Collaboration Effort (ICE Pact).

Public Services and Procurement Canada2024-11-13T10:29:28-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2024/11/government-of-canada-to-announce-new-partnership-with-united-states-and-finland-to-support-shipbuilding-and-create-more-middle-class-jobs.html

The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement and Quebec Lieutenant, will be joining the United States Secretary of Homeland Security, Alejandro Mayorkas, and Finland Minister of Economic Affairs, Wille Rydman, in Washington, D.C., to sign a new partnership to support shipbuilding and create more middle-class jobs.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2024-11-12T12:13:35-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/11/minister-ng-to-attend-annual-asia-pacific-economic-cooperation-ministerial-meeting-in-lima-peru.html

This week, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, will participate in the annual Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Ministerial Meeting, which will be held in Lima, Peru, from November 13 to 16, 2024.

Global Affairs Canada2024-11-12T11:55:48-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/11/g7-foreign-ministers-statement-on-the-launch-of-an-intercontinental-ballistic-missile-by-the-democratic-peoples-republic-of-korea.html

"We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union, condemn in the strongest terms the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea’s (DPRK) October 31 (local time) launch of an Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM), following other launches using ballistic missile technology.

Global Affairs Canada2024-11-04T16:05:43-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/10/minister-hussen-announces-support-for-financial-stability-in-developing-countries-at-the-2024-annual-meetings-of-the-international-monetary-fund-an.html

Financial inclusion gives people a fair chance to succeed. However, with the rising cost of living, regional conflicts, and natural disasters caused by climate change, financial pressures have impacted everyday life, especially for the world’s most vulnerable.

Global Affairs Canada2024-10-26T10:40:11-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2024/10/canada-the-united-states-and-mexico-release-the-north-american-preparedness-for-animal-and-human-pandemics-initiative-napahpi.html

Today, the Public Health Agency of Canada, in collaboration with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, Public Safety Canada and Global Affairs Canada, and their respective counterparts in the United States and Mexico, released the North American Preparedness for Animal and Human Pandemics Initiative (NAPAHPI).

Public Health Agency of Canada2024-10-23T14:18:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/10/minister-ng-announces-launch-of-public-consultations-on-canadas-ban-on-import-of-goods-produced-by-forced-labour.html

Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, announced the launch of public consultations on potential new measures to strengthen the enforcement, under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) and in alignment with the United States and Mexico, of Canada’s ban on the import of goods produced by forced labour.

Global Affairs Canada2024-10-17T14:41:44-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/10/joint-statement-on-establishing-multilateral-sanctions-monitoring-team-for-implementation-of-un-security-council-resolutions-on-democratic-peoples-.html

We, the participating states of the Multilateral Sanctions Monitoring Team (MSMT), are aligned in our commitment to upholding international peace and security, safeguarding the global non-proliferation regime and addressing the threat arising from the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea’s (DPRK’s) weapons of mass destruction and ballistic missile programs, which are in violation of UN Security Council resolutions (UNSCRs).

Global Affairs Canada2024-10-16T19:16:15-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/09/g7-foreign-ministers-statement-marking-two-years-since-russias-illegal-attempted-annexation-of-ukrainian-territories.html

As we mark two years since Russia’s illegal annexation of portions of Ukraine’s Donetsk, Luhansk, Kherson and Zaporizhzhia regions, we the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union, stand firmly with Ukraine and its territorial integrity, sovereignty, independence.

Global Affairs Canada2024-09-30T11:46:32-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/09/minister-hussen-concludes-participation-at-79th-session-of-un-general-assembly.html

While in New York, Minister Hussen co-hosted a special event for the Generation Unlimited (GenU) Global Leadership Council at the Permanent Mission of Canada to the UN.

Global Affairs Canada2024-09-27T17:00:02-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/09/minister-joly-to-host-nordic-counterparts-in-new-york-and-iqaluit.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada will host the Canada-Nordic Strategic Dialogue from September 27 to 29, 2024, in New York City and Iqaluit.

Global Affairs Canada2024-09-27T14:01:17-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/09/joint-statement-on-the-security-and-resilience-of-undersea-cables-in-a-globally-digitalized-world.html

The following joint statement was endorsed by the United States of America, Australia, Canada, the European Union, the Federated States of Micronesia, Finland, France, Japan, the Marshall Islands, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Portugal, Republic of Korea, Singapore, Tonga, Tuvalu, and the United Kingdom on the occasion of the 79th annual United National General Assembly:“Communications networks underpin almost every aspect of our lives. Yet the rapid development of communication technologies and massive scale of these networks increases our dependency on these systems and introduces vulnerabilities.

Global Affairs Canada2024-09-27T13:33:20-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/09/minister-joly-participates-in-the-summit-of-the-global-coalition-to-address-synthetic-drug-threats.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, participated in a summit of the Global Coalition to Address Synthetic Drug Threats hosted by the President of the United States, Joe Biden, on the margins of the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly.

Global Affairs Canada2024-09-26T10:12:50-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/09/joint-statement-on-creation-of-joint-task-force-to-negotiate-beaufort-sea-boundary.html

The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of Canada and the United States of America on the occasion of the creation of a joint task force on the Beaufort Sea Boundary:

Global Affairs Canada2024-09-24T09:07:52-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/09/minister-joly-and-parliamentary-secretary-oliphant-to-attend-un-general-assembly-high-level-week.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will join Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as part of Canada’s delegation to the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) High-Level Week in New York City, New York. Rob Oliphant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, will also travel to New York as part of Canada’s delegation.

Global Affairs Canada2024-09-23T08:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2024/09/companies-present-at-imts-2024.html

Government of Canada supports delegation travelling to Chicago to enhance productivity through innovation.

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2024-09-16T16:22:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2024/09/atlantic-canadian-companies-seek-new-ways-to-boost-productivity-at-imts-2024.html

Government of Canada supports delegation travelling to Chicago to enhance productivity through innovation.

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2024-09-16T10:04:08-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/09/canada-further-challenges-us-softwood-lumber-duties.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, today issued the following statement to announce that Canada will challenge the final results of the U.S. Department of Commerce’s fifth Canadian softwood lumber reviews.

Global Affairs Canada2024-09-09T14:01:21-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/08/minister-ng-meets-with-united-states-trade-representative-katherine-tai-in-washington-dc.html

Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, concluded a visit to Washington, D.C., where she advanced work on a number of important economic and trade files.

Global Affairs Canada2024-08-29T15:46:57-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/08/minister-ng-to-visit-washington-dc.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, today announced she will visit Washington, D.C., on August 28, 2024.

Global Affairs Canada2024-08-27T11:35:07-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/08/diplomats-for-equality-joint-statement.html

“We, Canada and the undersigned Diplomatic Missions, join together once again as Diplomats for Equality to express our solidarity and support for two-spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and all other queer persons in Canada and around the world.

Global Affairs Canada2024-08-25T13:15:20-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/08/public-consultations-on-canada-united-states-mexico-agreement-commence.html

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.

Global Affairs Canada2024-08-21T15:01:48-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/08/statement-by-minister-ng-on-us-department-of-commerce-fifth-review-of-duties-on-canadian-softwood-lumber.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, today issued the following statement on the final results of the U.S. Department of Commerce’s fifth administrative review of anti-dumping and countervailing duties on certain Canadian softwood lumber products:

Global Affairs Canada2024-08-13T18:31:20-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/08/canada-and-united-states-conclude-negotiations-on-technology-safeguards-agreement.html

Enabling Canadian space launch capability will support the growth of the commercial space launch industry in Canada, while providing new opportunities for the sector and encouraging innovation and research.

Global Affairs Canada2024-08-02T09:38:34-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/08/minister-ng-strengthens-canada-united-states-trade-relations-during-visit-to-buffalo-new-york-state-and-southern-ontario.html

Yesterday, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, concluded her 2-day visit to Buffalo, New York State, and Southern Ontario, during which she met with local businesses, spoke with government officials and promoted bilateral trade.

Global Affairs Canada2024-08-01T11:02:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/07/minister-ng-promotes-international-trade-opportunities-in-british-columbia.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, today concluded a week-long visit to British Columbia, where she connected with local businesses and government officials to advance international trade opportunities across a variety of key sectors.

Global Affairs Canada2024-07-26T11:59:57-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/07/minister-hussen-announces-a-total-of-4115-million-in-funding-for-projects-in-guatemala-and-honduras-and-attends-americas-partnership-for-economic-p.html

From July 14 to 16, 2024, the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, visited Central America and announced $35.75 million in development funding and $5.4 million in humanitarian funding, met with counterparts and saw first-hand the impact of Canadian development projects in Guatemala and Honduras.

Global Affairs Canada2024-07-19T18:26:26-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/07/backgrounder-minister-hussen-announces-4115-million-in-development-and-humanitarian-funding.html

During his trip to Guatemala and Honduras, the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, met with local authorities, partners representatives and beneficiaries with whom he discussed the challenges and barriers women and young people face daily. There, he announced $41.15 million in funding to tackle these issues.

Global Affairs Canada2024-07-19T18:26:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/07/minister-ng-advances-canadas-trade-priorities-at-g7-trade-ministers-meeting.html

During the meeting, Minister Ng reiterated Canada’s strong commitment to an open, fair, inclusive and rules-based trading system, with the World Trade Organization (WTO) at its core. She also highlighted that countries, including Canada, are facing unfair competition from the increased use of non-market policies and practices that are leading to significant overcapacity, including in electrical vehicle (EV) production.

Global Affairs Canada2024-07-18T15:30:40-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/07/media-freedom-coalition-statement-on-transparency-law-in-georgia.html

The undersigned members of the Media Freedom Coalition express their deep concern about the declining freedom of media in Georgia.

Global Affairs Canada2024-07-16T10:33:17-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2024/07/the-2024-uscanada-cross-border-crime-forum-cbcf.html

Canadian and U.S. officials deepen strong and collaborative partnership on issues of mutual concern, including law enforcement information sharing, malign foreign interference, combating gun and drug trafficking, and online and hate crimes.

Public Safety Canada2024-07-12T16:19:25-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/07/minister-ng-to-promote-trade-and-investment-in-greece-and-italy-and-attend-g7-ministerial-meeting-on-trade.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, today announced that she will visit Athens, Greece, and Rome, Italy, from July 11 to 15, 2024, to deepen bilateral relations and promote trade and investment in those countries. She will also participate in the G7 Ministerial Meeting on Trade, to be held in Villa San Giovanni and Reggio Calabria, Italy, from July 16 to 17.

Global Affairs Canada2024-07-09T11:03:59-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/polar-knowledge/news/2024/07/polar-knowledge-canada-board-of-directors-and-united-states-arctic-research-commission-meeting-of-the-boards-at-the-canadian-high-arctic-research-s.html

Canada and United States will work together to advance Arctic research and knowledge.

Polar Knowledge Canada2024-07-09T09:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/07/media-freedom-coalition-statement-on-evan-gershkovichs-trial.html

The undersigned members of the Media Freedom Coalition note with deep concern the trial of Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich in Russia.

Global Affairs Canada2024-07-08T10:58:27-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2024/06/artemis-ii-media-invited-to-view-sls-core-stage-rollout.html

NASA is inviting media to the Michoud Assembly Facility in New Orleans to view the fully assembled Space Launch System (SLS) core stage. The SLS is the rocket that will take the Orion spacecraft and the Artemis II crew to space, including Canadian Space Agency astronaut Jeremy Hansen.

Canadian Space Agency2024-06-10T13:30:34-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/05/joint-statement-on-democratic-peoples-republic-of-korea-and-russia.html

“The Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, New Zealand, the Republic of Korea, the United Kingdom, the High Representative of the European Union, and the Secretary of State of the United States of America affirm that the recent sanctions designations by each of our governments represent a coordinated effort to hold the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) and Russia to account and to impose costs on actors and entities involved in the unlawful transfer of arms from the DPRK to Russia for use in attacking Ukraine.

Global Affairs Canada2024-05-31T08:57:01-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/05/minister-ng-promotes-canada-texas-economic-ties-during-visit-to-austin.html

Canada and the United States have one of the closest and most important trade relationships in the world. It is built on long-standing shared values and deeply integrated supply chains that create opportunities for businesses and workers on both sides of the border. Texas plays an integral role in this relationship.

Global Affairs Canada2024-05-23T17:49:32-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/05/minister-ng-promotes-trilateral-cooperation-at-canada-united-states-mexico-agreement-free-trade-commission-meeting.html

The Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) supports growth and prosperity across North America, generating nearly $2 trillion in annual merchandise trade.

Global Affairs Canada2024-05-23T14:15:40-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/05/minister-ng-meets-with-united-states-trade-representative-katherine-tai-in-phoenix-arizona.html

During their meeting, Minister Ng emphasized the need for the 3 countries to continue working together to successfully implement CUSMA in support of North America’s economic security and global competitiveness. She also highlighted CUSMA’s key role in strengthening supply chains across sectors, such as for electric vehicle manufacturing and critical minerals.

Global Affairs Canada2024-05-22T17:30:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/05/biographical-notes.html

Graham Dattels (BA Hons [International Development and Social Anthropology], Dalhousie University, 1998; MSc [Management of Non-governmental Organizations], London School of Economics and Political Science, 2001) started his international career working for non-governmental organizations in Honduras and India; he joined the Canadian International Development Agency in 2003.

Global Affairs Canada2024-05-22T10:00:36-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/05/announcement-of-new-diplomatic-appointments.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointments:

Global Affairs Canada2024-05-22T10:00:14-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/05/launch-of-public-consultations-on-potential-collection-of-information-on-country-of-smelt-and-cast-for-aluminum-imports.html

The Government of Canada is committed to transparency in the collection and publication of data related to aluminum imports. Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, announced that public consultations will begin on May 21, 2024, on next steps in the potential collection and publication of information on country of smelt and cast (CSC) for aluminum imports.

Global Affairs Canada2024-05-21T10:55:20-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/05/minister-ng-advances-canadas-trade-priorities-at-the-asia-pacific-economic-cooperation-ministers-responsible-for-trade-meeting.html

While at the APEC meeting, Minister Ng emphasized the importance of the rules-based multilateral trading system with the WTO at its core.

Global Affairs Canada2024-05-19T10:19:11-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2024/05/minister-duclos-concludes-productive-visit-to-washington-dc.html

Today, the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement, concluded a successful visit to Washington, D.C.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2024-05-17T16:15:35-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/05/canada-advances-trade-priorities-at-third-annual-small-and-medium-sized-enterprises-dialogue-of-canada-united-states-mexico-agreement.html

The Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) is a model free-trade agreement for the world, supporting economic growth, prosperity and competitiveness for all 3 countries.

Global Affairs Canada2024-05-16T14:01:46-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/05/minister-ng-to-attend-the-asia-pacific-economic-cooperation-apec-ministers-responsible-for-trade-meeting-in-arequipa-peru-to-advance-canadas-trade-.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, today announced that she will visit Arequipa, Peru, from May 15 to 18, to participate in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Ministers Responsible for Trade Meeting.

Global Affairs Canada2024-05-13T10:33:51-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/05/minister-ng-welcomes-nafta-dispute-panel-ruling-regarding-us-countervailing-duties-on-canadian-softwood-lumber.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, issued the following statement regarding yesterday’s decision by the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) Chapter 19 panel on U.S. countervailing duties on Canadian softwood lumber:

Global Affairs Canada2024-05-07T21:02:27-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/05/parliamentary-secretary-sidhu-advances-canadas-trade-and-economic-priorities-at-ministerial-council-meeting-of-organisation-for-economic-co-operati.html

This week, Maninder Sidhu, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development was in Paris, France, to meet international partners and participate in the 2024 Ministerial Council Meeting of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).

Global Affairs Canada2024-05-03T15:04:55-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2024/04/cbsa-phasing-in-carm-launching-internally-for-cbsa-use-as-planned-in-may-and-later-in-the-fall-for-trade-chain-partners0.html

Today, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) provided an update on its plans for the launch of the CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) digital initiative, which will modernize the collection of duties and taxes for goods imported into Canada.

Canada Border Services Agency2024-04-19T16:42:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2024/04/canadas-delegation-to-unpfii-advocates-for-the-enhanced-participation-of-indigenous-peoples-including-the-unique-and-diverse-perspectives-of-indige.html

The strong voices of Indigenous youth are changing communities, challenging the status quo, and taking the lead in building a better, fairer, and more sustainable future for all people living in Canada.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2024-04-15T17:04:48-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2024/04/minister-vandal-discusses-shared-priorities-with-arctic-allies.html

The Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, concludes his participation in the Arctic Encounter Symposium with appreciation of those who contributed to the important discussions that took place during the event.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2024-04-15T10:40:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2024/04/the-cbsa-and-us-cbp-provide-an-update-on-the-nexus-program.html

The CBSA and U.S. CBP provide an update on the NEXUS program

Canada Border Services Agency2024-04-02T11:30:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/minister-ng-meets-with-americas-partnership-for-economic-prosperity-trade-ministers.html

Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, met with her APEP counterparts to discuss ways to deepen regional economic integration and develop sustainable, inclusive approaches to trade and investment.

Global Affairs Canada2024-03-18T19:56:09-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2024/03/statement-by-minister-ien-head-of-the-delegation-of-canada-to-uncsw-68th-session.html

Our position – Canada’s position - is that gender equality is non-negotiable. It is a fundamental human right, and it must be protected.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2024-03-12T17:57:35-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/minister-ng-minister-champagne-and-ambassador-hillman-promote-canada-united-states-economic-ties-in-windsor-and-detroit.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development; the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry; and Kirsten Hillman, Ambassador of Canada to the United States, were in Windsor, Ontario, and Detroit, Michigan, today to meet with industry, labour and other key sector representatives on both sides of the border.

Global Affairs Canada2024-03-05T18:35:14-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/canada-announces-signing-of-un-agreement-on-conservation-and-sustainable-use-of-marine-biological-diversity-of-areas-beyond-national-jurisdiction.html

Today, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs; the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change; and the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, announced that Canada has signed the Agreement under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea on the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Marine Biological Diversity of Areas beyond National Jurisdiction (the BBNJ Agreement). Minister Lebouthillier proudly signed the agreement on behalf of Canada in person in New York City.

Global Affairs Canada2024-03-04T14:24:35-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/03/team-canada-to-visit-the-gordie-howe-international-bridge-the-largest-canada-us-infrastructure-project.html

Members of the media are invited for a unique photo opportunity as the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development and the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry as well as Canada’s Ambassador to the United States, Kirsten Hillman, visit the largest infrastructure project between Canada and the USA.

Global Affairs Canada2024-03-04T10:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/canada-to-make-steel-supply-chain-more-transparent.html

The Government of Canada is committed to transparency in the collection and publication of data related to steel imports. Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, announced that beginning November 5th, 2024, steel importers will be required to report “country of melt and pour” information to the Canada Border Services Agency when completing their customs declarations under Canada’s Steel Import Monitoring Program.

Global Affairs Canada2024-02-21T10:00:18-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/joint-statement-by-canada-united-states-and-united-kingdom-on-foreign-information-manipulation.html

The United States, the United Kingdom and Canada remain deeply concerned about foreign information manipulation and other actions designed to undermine our democracies and human rights globally.

Global Affairs Canada2024-02-16T09:30:39-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/minister-joly-speaks-with-united-states-secretary-of-state-blinken.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and United States Secretary of State, Anthony Blinken, met today in Washington, D.C., to discuss the strength of the Canada-U.S. relationship and its importance to security and prosperity in the region and around the world.

Global Affairs Canada2024-02-13T16:21:04-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/minister-joly-to-attend-event-in-washington-marking-third-anniversary-of-declaration-against-arbitrary-detention-in-state-to-state-relations.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced she will be travelling to Washington, D.C., to attend an expert panel event on February 13 to mark the third anniversary of the Declaration Against Arbitrary Detention in State-to-State Relations.

Global Affairs Canada2024-02-12T09:00:15-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/minister-ng-advances-wto-priorities-with-g7-partners-at-trade-ministers-meeting.html

Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, participated in this year’s first meeting of G7 Trade Ministers. Hosted by Italy, the virtual meeting included the participation of Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Director-General of the WTO.

Global Affairs Canada2024-02-07T16:26:42-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/statement-by-minister-ng-on-united-states-international-trade-commission-determination-on-tin-mill-steel-products-from-canada.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, today issued the following statement regarding the United States International Trade Commission’s (USITC’s) determination on tin mill steel imports from Canada:“Today, the USITC determined that imports of Canadian tin mill steel products did not cause or threaten to cause injury to domestic U.S. producers.

Global Affairs Canada2024-02-06T15:25:01-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/01/joint-statement-marking-three-years-since-the-military-coup-in-myanmar.html

The following is the text of a joint statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union, and the Foreign Ministers of Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Norway, Republic of Korea, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States, marking three years since the military coup in Myanmar:“Three years ago, on 1 February 2021, the Myanmar military overthrew the democratically elected government, undoing a decade of progress.

Global Affairs Canada2024-01-31T19:25:07-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/01/joint-statement-from-the-governments-of-albania-australia-bahrain-canada-croatia-czechia-denmark-estonia-germany-guinea-bissau-hungary-italy-kenya-.html

The governments of Albania, Australia, Bahrain, Canada, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Germany, Guinea-Bissau, Hungary, Italy, Kenya, Latvia, Lithuania, Montenegro, the Netherlands, New Zealand, North Macedonia, Poland, the Republic of Korea, Romania, the United Kingdom and the United States issued the following statement:

Global Affairs Canada2024-01-24T12:31:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/01/canada-challenges-us-decision-to-maintain-softwood-lumber-duties.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, today issued the following statement regarding the United States’ unfounded duties on Canadian softwood lumber

Global Affairs Canada2024-01-17T16:44:48-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/01/readout-from-minister-of-healths-discussions-with-us-officials-on-bulk-importation-of-drugs.html

On January 5, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the state of Florida's plan to import select Canadian prescription drugs in bulk. Since the statement issued by Health Canada last week, the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, has spoken to senior U.S. officials to express Canada’s disappointment with the FDA decision and to advise that Canada will take all necessary measures to protect the Canadian drug supply.

Health Canada2024-01-16T16:40:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/01/statement-by-minister-joly-and-minister-blair-on-the-united-states-and-the-united-kingdoms-action-in-yemen.html

Canadian Armed Forces personnel deployed with US Central Command supported the precisely targeted strikes undertaken yesterday by the armed forces of the United States and United Kingdom, as did Australia, Bahrain and the Netherlands, against Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen.

Global Affairs Canada2024-01-12T09:56:46-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/01/joint-statement-by-governments-of-australia-bahrain-canada-denmark-germany-netherlands-new-zealand-republic-of-korea-united-kingdom-and-the-united-.html

In response to continued illegal, dangerous, and destabilizing Houthi attacks against vessels, including commercial shipping, transiting the Red Sea, the armed forces of the United States and United Kingdom, with support from the Netherlands, Canada, Bahrain, and Australia, conducted joint strikes in accordance with the inherent right of individual and collective self-defense, consistent with the UN Charter, against a number of targets in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen.

Global Affairs Canada2024-01-11T22:11:08-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/01/joint-statement-on-dprk-russia-ballistic-missile-transfers.html

The following is a statement from the Ministers of Foreign Affairs of (at time of publication) Albania, Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Guatemala, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Palau, Poland, Portugal, the Republic of Korea, Romania, San Marino, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Ukraine, the United Kingdom, and the High Representative of the European Union, and the Secretary of State of the United States of America.

Global Affairs Canada2024-01-09T20:14:09-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/01/statement-from-health-canada-on-fda-decision-on-florida-bulk-drug-importation-plan.html

On January 5, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the state of Florida’s plan to import select Canadian prescription drugs in bulk. The Government of Canada is taking all necessary action to safeguard the drug supply and ensure Canadians have access to the prescription drugs they need and has been clear in its position: bulk importation will not provide an effective solution to the problem of high drug prices in the U.S.

Health Canada2024-01-08T11:38:14-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/01/statement-by-minister-ng-on-us-department-of-commerce-final-determination-regarding-tin-mill-steel-products-from-canada.html

“Canada is disappointed with this determination. The Canadian steel industry is a reliable partner of U.S. customers and plays a crucial role in the North American supply, manufacturing and delivery systems..."

Global Affairs Canada2024-01-05T14:09:32-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/01/joint-statement-by-governments-of-australia-bahrain-belgium-canada-denmark-germany-italy-japan-netherlands-new-zealand-the-united-kingdom-and-the-u.html

“Recognizing the broad consensus as expressed by 44 countries around the world on December 19, 2023, as well as the statement by the UN Security Council on December 1, 2023, condemning Houthi attacks against commercial vessels transiting the Red Sea, and in light of ongoing attacks, including a significant escalation over the past week targeting commercial vessels with missiles, small boats, and attempted hijackings,

Global Affairs Canada2024-01-03T14:20:58-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/12/canada-joins-tallinn-mechanism-to-support-ukraine-in-cyberspace.html

As endorsed by the foreign ministries of Canada, Denmark, Estonia, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Poland, Sweden, the United Kingdom and the United States on December 20, 2023, the Tallinn Mechanism was officially formalized.

Global Affairs Canada2023-12-20T10:04:59-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/12/statement-on-russias-malicious-cyber-activity-affecting-the-united-kingdom.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Honourable Bill Blair, Minister of National Defence, and the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs, today issued the following statement:

Global Affairs Canada2023-12-07T09:00:12-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/12/announcement-of-new-diplomatic-appointment.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointment: Bernadette Jordan

Global Affairs Canada2023-12-04T14:00:18-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/12/biographical-notes.html

Bernadette Jordan (BA [Political Science], St. Francis Xavier University, 1984) was raised on the South Shore of Nova Scotia in a small fishing community.

Global Affairs Canada2023-12-04T14:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/11/statement-by-minister-ng-on-us-international-trade-commission-determination-on-softwood-lumber-products-from-canada.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, today issued the following statement regarding the results of the sunset review by the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) regarding softwood lumber products from Canada.

Global Affairs Canada2023-11-30T12:42:12-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/11/canada-welcomes-cusma-dispute-settlement-panel-findings-on-dairy-tariff-rate-quotas.html

“Canada is very pleased with the dispute settlement panel’s findings, with all outcomes clearly in favour of Canada. This is good news for Canada's dairy industry and our system of supply management...”

Global Affairs Canada2023-11-24T09:17:14-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/11/government-of-canada-officials-to-provide-background-briefing-on-the-cusma-dairy-decision.html

Officials from Global Affairs Canada will offer a background briefing following the release of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) dairy tariff rate quotas Panel decision.

Global Affairs Canada2023-11-24T07:25:35-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/11/g7-foreign-ministers-statement-on-the-launch-using-ballistic-missile-technology-by-north-korea.html

“We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union, condemn in the strongest terms North Korea’s launch using ballistic missile technology conducted on November 21, 2023."

Global Affairs Canada2023-11-22T10:25:22-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/11/minister-joly-speaks-with-united-states-secretary-of-state-antony-blinken.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Antony Blinken, United States Secretary of State, spoke on Friday November 17 to discuss the Israel-Hamas conflict.

Global Affairs Canada2023-11-19T18:17:29-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2023/11/the-cbsa-gives-tips-for-a-smoother-trip-this-black-friday-and-us-thanksgiving-weekend.html

The CBSA gives tips for a smoother trip this Black Friday and U.S. Thanksgiving weekend

Canada Border Services Agency2023-11-17T10:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/11/minister-ng-advances-cooperation-on-trade-investment-and-supply-chain-resilience-in-the-asia-pacific-region.html

While at APEC, Minister Ng highlighted Canada’s commitment to deepen its engagement across the Indo-Pacific by continuing to work closely with APEC economies to ensure strong, sustainable, and inclusive growth that creates good jobs and opportunities for businesses on both sides of the Pacific...

Global Affairs Canada2023-11-16T17:27:38-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/11/minister-ng-to-travel-to-san-francisco-to-attend-annual-asia-pacific-economic-cooperation-ministerial-meeting.html

This meeting, hosted by the United States, will provide an opportunity for Canada to further its international trade and investment priorities, including...

Global Affairs Canada2023-11-12T10:30:26-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/11/minister-joly-to-attend-the-apec-annual-ministerial-meeting.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced today that she will travel to San Francisco, California, on November 13-17, 2023, to participate in the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Annual Ministerial Meeting hosted by U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken.

Global Affairs Canada2023-11-12T10:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/parks-canada/news/2023/11/parks-canada-renews-agreement-with-us-and-mexican-partner-agencies-to-work-collaboratively-to-conserve-protected-areas.html

Parks Canada renews agreement with US and Mexican partner agencies to work collaboratively to conserve protected areas.

Parks Canada2023-11-09T12:00:47-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/10/minister-ng-advances-cooperation-with-g7-partners-at-trade-ministers-meeting-in-osaka-japan.html

Minister Ng reiterated Canada’s support for the trade and investment priorities of Japan’s current G7 presidency, including strengthening global economic security and resilience and fostering inclusive and sustainable global prosperity.

Global Affairs Canada2023-10-29T13:39:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/10/minister-ng-met-with-ambassador-katherine-tai-united-states-trade-representative-at-the-g7-trade-and-investment-ministers-meeting.html

Yesterday, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, met with Ambassador Katherine Tai, United States Trade Representative, at the second G7 Trade and Investment Ministers Meeting in Japan.

Global Affairs Canada2023-10-28T10:30:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/10/minister-ng-to-attend-g7-trade-ministers-meeting-in-osaka-japan.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, will participate in the second G7 Trade Ministers’ Meeting on October 28 and 29, 2023, in, Japan.

Global Affairs Canada2023-10-26T09:59:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2023/10/sixth-meeting-of-the-trilateral-working-group-on-trafficking-in-persons.html

Representatives of the governments of Mexico, Canada, and the United States met today in Mexico City to reactivate the Trilateral Working Group on Trafficking in Persons.

Public Safety Canada2023-10-24T16:00:42-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/10/minister-joly-meets-with-united-nations-high-commissioner-for-human-rights.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, was pleased to meet yesterday with the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, who is visiting Canada from October 16 to 17, 2023.

Global Affairs Canada2023-10-17T15:45:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/10/minister-ng-welcomes-nafta-dispute-panel-ruling-on-us-duties-on-canadian-softwood-lumber.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, issued the following statement regarding today’s North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) Chapter 19 panel ruling on Canada’s challenge of the Unites States Department of Commerce’s final dumping determination on Canadian softwood lumber products

Global Affairs Canada2023-10-05T19:17:47-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/09/joint-statement-on-the-partners-in-the-blue-pacific-foreign-ministers-meeting.html

The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America, Australia, Canada, Japan, Germany, New Zealand, the Republic of Korea, and the United Kingdom on the occasion of the Partners in the Blue Pacific Foreign Ministers Meeting September 22, 2023.

Global Affairs Canada2023-09-26T16:26:43-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/09/joint-statement-on-the-principles-of-the-declaration-against-arbitrary-detention-in-state-to-state-relations.html

Today, endorsers of the Declaration Against Arbitrary Detention in State-to-State Relations are gathered during High-Level Week of the United Nations General Assembly’s 78th session to reaffirm our pledge to enhance international cooperation and end the practice of arbitrary arrest, detention or sentencing aimed at exercising leverage over foreign governments.

Global Affairs Canada2023-09-20T19:00:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/09/joint-statement-by-canada-and-the-netherlands-on-the-launch-of-the-global-declaration-on-information-integrity-online.html

Information integrity is essential to help ensure the strength of democratic processes and to protect fundamental rights. The erosion of information integrity, including the propagation of disinformation, weakens the strength of democratic engagement because it hinders open public debate on important issues that affect all of us. Countries are coming together as a concrete step towards the development of international norms for addressing information integrity online that is rooted in democratic values.

Global Affairs Canada2023-09-20T13:11:53-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/09/minister-ng-to-participate-in-first-annual-north-american-manufacturing-conference.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, will participate virtually in the first annual North American Manufacturing Conference, to be held in Washington, D.C., on September 20, 2023.

Global Affairs Canada2023-09-19T15:31:25-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/09/minister-joly-to-co-host-dialogue-on-the-initiative-against-arbitrary-detention-in-state-to-state-relations.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will co-host a high-level dialogue on the initiative against arbitrary detention in state-to-state relations on the margins of the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York.

Global Affairs Canada2023-09-19T12:24:41-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/09/minister-ng-meets-with-provincial-and-territorial-trade-ministers.html

Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, concluded a productive meeting with counterparts as part of the yearly Federal-Provincial-Territorial Meeting for Ministers Responsible for International Trade.

Global Affairs Canada2023-09-15T19:15:34-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/09/g7-foreign-ministers-statement-on-the-elections-in-regions-of-ukraine-illegally-annexed-by-russia.html

We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union, unequivocally condemn the staging of sham “elections” held by Russia on sovereign Ukrainian territory in Donetsk, Kherson, Luhansk, Zaporizhzhia and Crimea.

Global Affairs Canada2023-09-13T10:26:59-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/09/canada-challenges-us-softwood-lumber-duties.html

Today the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, issued the following statement regarding the U.S. fourth administrative reviews on softwood lumber from Canada.

Global Affairs Canada2023-09-01T08:59:36-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/08/canada-issues-statement-on-mexicos-ban-of-use-of-genetically-engineered-corn-in-tortillas-and-dough.html

“Canada will participate as a third party in the dispute settlement proceedings initiated by the United States under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) regarding the use of genetically engineered corn in tortillas and dough."

Global Affairs Canada2023-08-25T09:00:08-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/08/g7-foreign-ministers-statement-on-the-launch-using-ballistic-missile-technology-by-north-korea.html

We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union, condemn in the strongest terms North Korea’s launch using ballistic missile technology conducted on August 24, 2023. This launch is a clear, flagrant violation of multiple United Nations Security Council Resolutions (UNSCRs) and poses a grave threat to regional and international peace and stability.

Global Affairs Canada2023-08-24T14:39:19-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/08/parliamentary-secretary-sidhu-to-travel-to-chicago.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced today that Maninder Sidhu, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, will travel to Chicago, Illinois, on August 23-24, 2023, to promote Canadian priorities related to economic collaboration and job creation on both sides of the border.

Global Affairs Canada2023-08-23T10:43:02-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/08/canada-to-challenge-us-softwood-lumber-duties.html

Canada is a world leader in softwood lumber and has an important industry that creates good, well-paying jobs for thousands of Canadians and supports communities across our country.

Global Affairs Canada2023-08-22T07:24:35-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/08/statement-of-condolence-and-support-for-victims-of-hawaii-wildfires.html

“The State of Hawai’i has declared a state of emergency in Maui because of major wildfires, and evacuation efforts are under way on Maui and the island of Hawai’i.

Global Affairs Canada2023-08-10T16:30:41-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/07/statement-by-minister-ng-on-us-duty-rates-on-canadian-softwood-lumber.html

“Canada is very disappointed that the United States continues to impose unwarranted and unfair duties on Canadian softwood lumber. The only fair outcome would be for the United States to cease applying these baseless duties. Canada will continue to vigorously defend its softwood lumber industry and the entrepreneurs, workers and communities it supports.

Global Affairs Canada2023-07-27T16:33:13-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/07/parliamentary-secretary-oliphant-to-attend-commemoration-events-of-the-25th-anniversary-of-the-adoption-of-the-rome-statute.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced today that the Honourable Robert Oliphant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, will attend events to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the adoption of the Rome Statute at the United Nations Headquarters in New York, United States, on July 17 and 18, 2023.

Global Affairs Canada2023-07-16T17:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/07/minister-ng-concludes-successful-seventh-meeting-of-comprehensive-and-progressive-agreement-for-trans-pacific-partnership-commission.html

Today, in Auckland, New Zealand, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, concluded her participation in the seventh Commission meeting of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) hosted by New Zealand.

Global Affairs Canada2023-07-16T09:14:50-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/07/g7-foreign-ministers-statement-on-the-launch-of-an-intercontinental-ballistic-missile-by-north-korea.html

We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union, condemn in the strongest terms North Korea’s brazen launch of another Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) conducted on July 12, 2023, following the launch using ballistic missile technology conducted on May 31, 2023 along with the launches of two ballistic missiles on June 15, 2023, both of which landed within Japan’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ).

Global Affairs Canada2023-07-13T14:10:05-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/07/minister-ng-concludes-successful-canada-united-states-mexico-agreement-free-trade-commission-meeting.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, Ambassador Katherine Tai, United States Trade Representative, and Raquel Buenrostro, Mexico’s Secretary of Economy, participated in the third meeting of the CUSMA Free Trade Commission (FTC), hosted by Mexico in Cancún, from July 5 to 7, 2023.

Global Affairs Canada2023-07-07T21:58:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/07/minister-ng-meets-with-united-states-trade-representative-katherine-tai-in-mexico.html

The Canada-U.S. trade relationship is the closest and the most integrated in the world. Minister Ng and Ambassador Tai discussed ongoing work on research and development partnerships, and ways to strengthen Canada-U.S. supply chain security and resilience.

Global Affairs Canada2023-07-07T12:04:35-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/07/announcement-of-new-diplomatic-appointments.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointments

Global Affairs Canada2023-07-04T10:00:55-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2023/06/cbsa-hosts-the-first-five-eyes-export-enforcement-forum-in-ottawa.html

This week, the Canada Border Services Agency hosted the first Five Eyes working group focused on export controls and sanctions enforcement with a view to enhancing global security.

Canada Border Services Agency2023-06-30T17:24:09-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/06/brasilia-declaration-on-the-future-of-the-climate-investment-funds.html

Today, on the 15th anniversary of the Climate Investment Funds (CIF) and on the eve of the CIF Trust Fund Committee meetings hosted by Brazil in Brasilia, Ministers of contributor and recipient country governments that are members of the CIF Trust Fund Committees, issued the following Declaration...

Global Affairs Canada2023-06-27T14:15:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/06/minister-joly-to-participate-in-general-assembly-of-organization-of-american-states.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced today that she will participate in the 53rd Regular Session of the General Assembly of the Organization of American States (OAS) in Washington, D.C., from June 21 to 22, 2023.

Global Affairs Canada2023-06-21T10:50:24-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/06/canada-sanctions-judges-of-irans-revolutionary-courts-for-human-rights-violations.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing additional sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Iran) Regulations. This is the 12th package of sanctions imposed by Canada against the Iranian regime since October 2022, and it builds on Canada’s efforts to align with designations announced by the European Union, the United Kingdom and the United States.

Global Affairs Canada2023-06-19T10:00:05-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/06/minister-ng-meets-with-oecd-and-international-partners-to-advance-trade-and-economic-priorities.html

This week, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, was in Paris and met with international partners and participated in the 2023 Ministerial Council Meeting of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).

Global Affairs Canada2023-06-09T09:18:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/06/joint-statement-on-the-north-american-drug-dialogue-public-health-summit.html

Ministers and Secretaries of Health and Senior officials from Canada, Mexico, and the United States met on June 6 and 7, 2023, in Washington, D.C. at the White House for the North American Drug Dialogue (NADD) Public Health Summit.

Health Canada2023-06-08T13:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/05/statement-by-the-equal-rights-coalition-on-the-anti-homosexuality-act-in-uganda.html

The Equal Rights Coalition expresses grave concerns about the Anti-Homosexuality Act 2023 which further criminalizes LGBTI persons in Uganda. The Anti-Homosexuality Act 2023 criminalizes same sex-relations with even broader and more draconian punishments for LGBTI conduct, including life imprisonment or death. In addition to criminalizing the “promotion of sexuality,” the law threatens LGBTI organizations engaged in human rights advocacy or engaged in health assistance programs, and criminalizes support to LGBTI organizations and those working on the human rights of LGBTI persons.

Global Affairs Canada2023-05-30T09:00:05-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/05/minister-ng-participates-in-asia-pacific-economic-cooperation-trade-ministers-meeting-in-detroit.html

International forums such as the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) provide Canada with an opportunity to advance trade priorities, such as building a resilient and interconnected Asia-Pacific region that advances economic prosperity and supports a sustainable future and equitable future for all.

Global Affairs Canada2023-05-26T22:22:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/05/minister-ng-meets-with-yasutoshi-nishimura-japans-minister-of-economy-trade-and-industry.html

Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, met with Yasutoshi Nishimura, Japan’s Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry, on the margins of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) trade ministerial.

Global Affairs Canada2023-05-26T16:47:45-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/05/statement-by-global-affairs-canada-on-columbia-river-treaty-negotiations.html

Global Affairs Canada today issued the following statement: “On May 16 and 17, 2023, Canada and the United States met in Kelowna, British Columbia, for the 17th round of negotiations to renew the Columbia River Treaty. Ratified by both countries in 1964, the Treaty provides for flood control measures and hydropower production. Negotiations to modernize the Treaty began in May 2018.

Global Affairs Canada2023-05-20T11:29:43-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/05/minister-ng-meets-with-mexicos-secretary-of-economy-raquel-buenrostro.html

Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development met with Raquel Buenrostro, Mexico’s Secretary of Economy, in Washington, D.C., on the margins of the North America Semiconductor Conference to discuss issues of mutual interest and cooperation between their 2 countries.

Global Affairs Canada2023-05-19T19:50:42-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/05/minister-ng-attends-conference-on-the-americas-meets-with-us-trade-representative-katherine-tai.html

This week, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, attended the 53rd Washington Conference on the Americas.

Global Affairs Canada2023-05-02T21:29:14-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/05/la-ministre-ng-rencontre-la-representante-au-commerce-des-etats-unis-katherine-tai.html

Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, met with Katherine Tai, United States Trade Representative, to discuss collaboration on key areas of shared priority and to advocate for Canadian interests.

Global Affairs Canada2023-05-02T16:14:13-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/04/minister-ng-meets-with-suzanne-clark-president-and-ceo-of-us-chamber-of-commerce.html

Minister Ng and Ms. Clark discussed areas of mutual interest such as cooperative efforts to advance cross-border trade by small and medium-sized enterprises. Minister Ng noted that U.S. President Joe Biden’s recent visit to Canada reaffirmed the steadfast friendship and longstanding mutually beneficial economic relationship between Canada and the United States, which provides well-paying jobs and economic prosperity on both sides of the border...

Global Affairs Canada2023-04-20T14:18:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2023/04/canadas-delegation-to-unpfii-forging-a-new-path-forward-on-indigenous-climate-leadership.html

Indigenous leaders from around the world came together today in New York City for the 22nd session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII).

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2023-04-19T09:15:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/privy-council/news/2023/04/joint-statement-from-canada-mexico-and-the-united-states-following-the-first-north-american-trilateral-fentanyl-committee-meeting.html

During the North American Leaders’ Summit (NALS) on January 9-10, 2023, President Joe Biden, President Andres Miguel López Obrador, and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau directed the formation of a senior-level Trilateral Fentanyl Committee to guide priority actions to address the illicit fentanyl threat facing North America.

Privy Council Office2023-04-14T15:15:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/04/parliamentary-secretary-sidhu-to-travel-to-detroit.html

During his visit, Parliamentary Secretary Sidhu will meet with partners and focus on cross-border cooperation. He will also engage in important discussions on issues such as the flow of people and goods between Canada and the United States and the preservation and restoration of the Great Lakes, a treasure shared by the two nations...

Global Affairs Canada2023-04-13T14:50:19-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2023/03/minister-ien-and-parliamentary-secretary-sudds-advance-gender-equality-at-the-67th-session-of-the-united-nations-commission-on-the-status-of-women.html

The Government of Canada is committed to championing gender equality and taking action to ensure that women and girls in all their diversity can succeed in Canada and around the world.The Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, and Parliamentary Secretary Jenna Sudds led the Canadian delegation to the 67th session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (UNCSW67) during the session’s first week.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2023-03-10T22:40:06-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/03/minister-ng-meets-with-canadian-softwood-lumber-industry-leaders.html

Canada’s softwood lumber industry provides well-paying jobs and is a key economic anchor for communities across the country. Our softwood helps build American homes and workplaces, exemplifies the deep integration between our two economies, and is a key input to American manufacturing.

Global Affairs Canada2023-03-10T14:06:45-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2023/03/statement-by-minister-ien-head-of-the-delegation-of-canada-to-uncsw-67th-session.html

Statement by Minister Ien, Head of the Delegation of Canada, to UNCSW 67th Session

Women and Gender Equality Canada2023-03-09T13:39:25-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2023/03/minister-marci-ien-and-parliamentary-secretary-jenna-sudds-lead-canadian-delegation-to-the-67th-session-of-the-united-nations-commission-on-the-sta.html

In an increasingly interconnected world, intersectional approaches are essential to promote gender equality and empower all women and girls in all their diversity. Through domestic and international investments as well as advocacy, the Government of Canada is building a safer, more inclusive, digital world.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2023-03-06T14:18:03-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/02/minister-ng-to-participate-in-fireside-chat-at-c100-annual-summit.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, will participate at the C100 Annual Summit in Half Moon Bay, California.

Global Affairs Canada2023-02-16T15:02:36-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2023/02/cbsa-and-cbp-open-a-nexus-and-fast-enrolment-centre-in-the-us.html

CBSA and CBP open a NEXUS and FAST enrolment centre in the U.S. The enrolment centre in Houlton, Maine will expand interview capacity for applicants residing in eastern Canada and north-eastern U.S.

Canada Border Services Agency2023-02-06T11:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/02/announcement-of-new-diplomatic-appointment.html

February 2, 2023 - Ottawa, Ontario - Global Affairs CanadaThe Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointment:Tom Clark becomes Consul General in New York (United States of America).

Global Affairs Canada2023-02-02T13:16:47-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/02/biographical-note.html

Tom Clark is the chair of Global Public Affairs and one of Canada’s most respected journalists.

Global Affairs Canada2023-02-02T13:16:40-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/01/joint-statement-on-second-anniversary-of-military-coup-in-myanmar.html

A joint statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union, and the Foreign Ministers of Albania, Armenia, Australia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Canada, the Federated States of Micronesia, Georgia, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Montenegro, New Zealand, North Macedonia, Norway, the Republic of Korea, the Republic of the Marshall Islands, the Republic of Palau, Serbia, Switzerland, Ukraine, the United Kingdom and the United States, on the two year anniversary of the military coup in Myanmar: “On 1 February 2021, the Myanmar military staged a coup d’état and seized power against the will of the people, plunging the country into a deep political, economic and humanitarian crisis.

Global Affairs Canada2023-01-31T18:55:58-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/01/statement-by-minister-ng-on-us-request-for-dispute-settlement-panel-on-tariff-rate-quotas-for-canadian-dairy-products-under-canada-united-states-me.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, today issued the following statement in response to a request by the United States for a dispute settlement panel under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) regarding Canada’s administration of its dairy tariff rate quotas (TRQs): “Canada is disappointed that the United States has requested a dispute settlement panel.

Global Affairs Canada2023-01-31T15:14:41-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/01/canada-joins-the-americas-partnership-for-economic-prosperity.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, today joined Antony Blinken, U.S. Secretary of State, and Katherine Tai, U.S. Trade Representative, in announcing the launch of the Americas Partnership for Economic Prosperity (APEP).

Global Affairs Canada2023-01-27T17:59:33-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/01/minister-ng-to-participate-in-the-launch-of-the-americas-partnership-for-economic-prosperity.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, will join United States Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken and United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai to launch the Americas Partnership for Economic Prosperity (APEP).

Global Affairs Canada2023-01-26T18:36:46-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2023/01/canada-and-united-states-announce-new-nexus-interview-option-to-expand-enrolment-capacity.html

Canada and United States announce new NEXUS interview option to expand enrolment capacity

Canada Border Services Agency2023-01-25T10:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/01/statement-by-minister-ng-on-us-preliminary-duty-rates-on-canadian-softwood-lumber.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, today issued the following statement regarding the fourth administrative reviews by the U.S. Department of Commerce of its anti-dumping and countervailing duty orders on certain softwood lumber products from Canada: “With these preliminary results, the U.S. Department of Commerce has indicated its intention to maintain its unjustified duties on imports of Canadian softwood lumber. This is a disappointing decision to many on both sides of our shared border.

Global Affairs Canada2023-01-24T15:46:53-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/01/statement-by-minister-ng-on-canada-united-states-mexico-agreement-dispute-on-rules-of-origin-for-automotive-goods.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, today issued the following statement regarding the findings of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) dispute settlement panel on the rules of origin for automotive products: “Canada welcomes the findings of the panel’s report, which reaffirm our understanding of the negotiated outcome on the rules of origin for automotive products.

Global Affairs Canada2023-01-11T16:16:23-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2023/01/joint-statement-by-canada-and-the-united-states-on-nexus.html

As a demonstration of the ongoing cooperation that binds Canada and the United States of America, U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas and Canadian Minister of Public Safety, the Honourable Marco Mendicino, support and express their appreciation to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) for their progress in developing innovative solutions to provide NEXUS applicants with more options and opportunities to complete their enrollment interviews for this bilateral trusted traveller program. These efforts have been made to ensure every qualified U.S. and Canadian traveller has the opportunity to benefit from the facilitated travel that NEXUS brings, supporting communities and economic interests on both sides of the border.

Canada Border Services Agency2023-01-10T18:24:39-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/01/ministers-joly-and-ng-to-attend-north-american-leaders-summit.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs; and the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, today announced that they will accompany Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to the North American Leaders’ Summit in Mexico City, Mexico, on January 10, 2023.

Global Affairs Canada2023-01-06T13:05:03-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/12/joint-statement-from-foreign-ministers-on-the-talibans-ban-on-afghan-women-working-for-national-and-international-ngos.html

The following is a statement from the Foreign Ministers of Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Norway, Switzerland, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, and the United States and the High Representative of the European Union.

Global Affairs Canada2022-12-29T10:32:10-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/12/statement-from-foreign-ministers-on-taliban-decision-to-ban-women-from-universities.html

The foreign ministers of Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States, as well as the High Representative of the European Union, today issued the following statement: “We strongly condemn the Taliban’s recent decisions to ban women from universities, to continue to bar girls from secondary schools, and to impose other harsh restrictions on the ability of women and girls in Afghanistan to exercise their human rights and fundamental freedoms.

Global Affairs Canada2022-12-21T17:17:48-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/12/statement-by-minister-ng-in-response-to-cusma-dispute-consultation-request-from-the-us-on-canadian-dairy-tariff-rate-quota-policies.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, today issued the following statement in response to the United States’ request for consultations on Canada’s dairy tariff rate quota policies under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA): “Canada is home to one of the strongest dairy industries in the world.

Global Affairs Canada2022-12-20T20:00:39-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2022/12/travelling-during-the-holiday-season-the-cbsa-gives-tips-for-a-smoother-trip.html

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) reminds all travellers of what to expect when crossing the border this holiday season, whether they will be returning to or visiting Canada.

Canada Border Services Agency2022-12-15T10:07:50-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/12/joint-statement-by-canada-and-united-states-on-the-human-rights-situation-in-iran.html

“Canada and the United States are united in condemning the Islamic Republic of Iran’s brutal acts of violence against peaceful protestors and its ongoing repression of the Iranian people. We also condemn Iran’s pervasive oppression and state-sponsored violence against women. While these are longstanding concerns, the Iranian authorities’ intensification of violence against the Iranian people following the death of Mahsa “Zhina” Amini calls for consequential responses from all corners of the world.

Global Affairs Canada2022-12-09T11:54:54-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/12/joint-statement-through-the-global-partnership-for-action-on-gender-based-online-harassment-and-abuse-on-standing-with-the-women-and-girls-of-iran.html

The undersigned Foreign Ministers for country members of the Global Partnership for Action on Gender-Based Online Harassment and Abuse call attention to the extreme violence faced by the courageous Iranian women and girls who are leading nationwide protests over the tragic death of 22-year-old Mahsa (Zhina) Amini.

Global Affairs Canada2022-12-08T11:40:42-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/12/media-freedom-coalition-statement-on-iran.html

We, the undersigned members of the Media Freedom Coalition (MFC) are highly concerned about the recent violent repression of freedoms of expression and peaceful assembly by Iran.

Global Affairs Canada2022-12-01T10:00:17-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2022/12/testing-processes-using-virtual-cargo-pre-screening.html

Testing processes using virtual cargo pre-screening

Canada Border Services Agency2022-12-01T09:45:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/11/minister-ng-meets-united-states-trade-representative-katherine-tai.html

Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, met with Katherine Tai, United States Trade Representative to discuss ongoing efforts to grow cross border trade, supporting inclusive job growth on both sides of the border.

Global Affairs Canada2022-11-30T18:40:48-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/11/joint-statement-on-venezuela-negotiations.html

The following statement was released by Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken, the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell Fontelles, the Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs the Honourable Mélanie Joly, and the United Kingdom Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs James Cleverly.

Global Affairs Canada2022-11-26T13:37:50-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2022/11/travelling-for-us-thanksgiving-or-black-friday-deals-the-cbsa-offers-tips-to-facilitate-your-border-crossing.html

Travelling for US Thanksgiving or Black Friday deals? The CBSA offers tips to facilitate your border crossing

Canada Border Services Agency2022-11-21T14:16:27-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/11/minister-sajjan-travels-to-qatar-to-attend-2022-fifa-world-cup.html

The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, will be in Qatar from November 21 to 23, 2022, for the 2022 FIFA World Cup. The Minister will be accompanied by Stephen Ellis, Member of Parliament for Cumberland-Colchester.

Global Affairs Canada2022-11-20T09:01:21-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/11/the-governing-council-of-the-community-of-democraciesstatement-regarding-protest-in-iran.html

“We, the following Member States of the Community of Democracies Governing Council (Argentina, Canada, Chile, Estonia, Guatemala, Lithuania, Morocco, North Macedonia, Portugal, Romania, Sweden, United Kingdom, United States, Uruguay) express our solidarity with the courageous people of Iran, especially women, who are protesting against oppression by the Iranian authorities, including gender-based discrimination, human rights violations and abuses, and disproportionate use of force, and we are calling for justice, accountability, and respect for human rights and dignity."

Global Affairs Canada2022-11-19T08:15:36-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/11/biographical-notes.html

Madeleine Féquière (BA [Translation], Concordia University, 1985) works as the corporate credit chief at Domtar Corporation since 2008, providing oversight and support for credit risk management on a global scale.

Global Affairs Canada2022-11-09T09:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/11/announcement-of-new-diplomatic-appointments.html

November 9, 2022 - Ottawa, Ontario - Global Affairs Canada The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointments

Global Affairs Canada2022-11-09T09:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/11/minister-joly-to-travel-to-germany-for-g7-foreign-ministers-meeting.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will travel to Münster, Germany, to participate in the G7 foreign ministers meeting taking place from November 3 to 4, 2022.

Global Affairs Canada2022-11-02T12:46:36-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/fisheries-oceans/news/2022/11/canada-fights-illegal-fishing-with-operation-north-pacific-guard.html

Canadian fishery officers have now completed their work in Operation North Pacific Guard, an annual international law enforcement operation on the high seas of the North Pacific.

Fisheries and Oceans Canada2022-11-02T11:37:23-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/11/media-freedom-coalition-statement-on-international-day-to-end-impunity-for-crimes-against-journalists.html

The International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists was established on 2 November 2013, so that the international community could stand together in support of journalists and media workers, and demonstrate its commitment to fighting against impunity for crimes committed against them.

Global Affairs Canada2022-11-02T09:29:44-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/10/canada-united-states-continued-partnership-on-key-issues.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, welcomed U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken to Canada for his first official visit from October 27-28, 2022.

Global Affairs Canada2022-10-28T20:28:07-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/10/minister-joly-and-secretary-of-state-blinken-to-hold-joint-media-availability-from-ottawa.html

October 26, 2022 - The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will welcome the United States of America’s Secretary of State, Anthony J. Blinken to Canada for Secretary Blinken’s first official visit, during which the Minister and the Secretary of State will hold a series of media engagements in Ottawa and Montreal on October 27 and 28, 2022. Notably, on Thursday, October 27, the Minister and the Secretary of State will hold a joint media availability from the Sir John A. Macdonald Building in Ottawa.

Global Affairs Canada2022-10-26T20:34:57-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/10/us-secretary-of-state-antony-blinken-to-visit-canada.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the first official visit to Canada by U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken on Thursday, October 27, and Friday, October 28, 2022.

Global Affairs Canada2022-10-26T08:22:41-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2022/10/joint-readout-minister-champagne-meets-with-us-commerce-secretary-raimondo.html

Today, François-Philippe Champagne, Canada’s Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, and Gina Raimondo, U.S. Secretary of Commerce, met in Washington to discuss issues of mutual interest and reiterated their commitment to work together to address challenging bilateral, multilateral, and global issues.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2022-10-21T15:31:42-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/international-trade-tribunal/news/2022/10/tribunal-continues-findinggypsum-board-from-the-united-states.html

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today continued its finding made on January 4, 2017, in inquiry NQ-2016-002, concerning the dumping of gypsum board from the United States of America.

Canadian International Trade Tribunal2022-10-19T16:04:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/10/canada-and-united-states-coordinate-delivery-of-haitian-national-police-equipment.html

The Honourable Melanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of National Defence, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin today issued the following statement on Haiti: “Today, Canadian and U.S. military aircraft arrived in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, to transfer vital Haitian government-purchased security equipment, including tactical and armoured vehicles, and supplies to the Director General of the Haitian National Police (HNP). The delivery of the equipment was part of a joint operation involving Royal Canadian Air Force and U.S. Air Force aircraft.

Global Affairs Canada2022-10-15T18:42:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/10/chairs-statement-meeting-on-haiti-at-the-general-assembly-of-the-organization-of-american-states.html

Yesterday, 19 countries of the Organization of American States met under the co-chairmanship of Canada, United States and Haiti to discuss how the international community can help respond to the crisis in Haiti.

Global Affairs Canada2022-10-07T12:04:58-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/09/minister-joly-meets-with-us-secretary-of-state-blinken.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with Antony Blinken, United States Secretary of State, today during her trip to Washington, D.C.

Global Affairs Canada2022-09-30T19:30:58-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/09/minister-joly-and-secretary-of-state-blinken-to-hold-joint-media-availability-from-washington-dc.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will hold a joint media availability with the United States of America Secretary of State, Antony J. Blinken, on September 30, 2022, in Washington, D.C.

Global Affairs Canada2022-09-29T21:17:29-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/09/minister-joly-to-travel-to-washington-dc.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will travel to Washington, D.C., United States, to meet with government officials on September 29 and 30, 2022.

Global Affairs Canada2022-09-29T06:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/09/joint-statement-high-level-meeting-on-the-safety-and-security-of-civil-nuclear-facilities-in-armed-conflicts.html

“We, the ministers of Foreign Affairs of France, Germany, Italy, the United Kingdom, Ukraine and senior officials from Canada, Republic of Korea, Switzerland, the United States of America, the High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy wish to express our grave concern regarding the threats posed to the safety and security of nuclear facilities devoted to peaceful purposes in Ukraine and their personnel, significantly raising the risk of a nuclear accident..."

Global Affairs Canada2022-09-25T10:41:42-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/09/minister-sajjan-concludes-participation-at-opening-of-77th-un-general-assembly.html

The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, wrapped up a successful 5 days of meetings and events as a member of Canada’s delegation to the UN General Assembly (UNGA) High-Level Week and the UN Transforming Education Summit.

Global Affairs Canada2022-09-23T15:00:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/09/statement-on-irans-malicious-cyber-activity-affecting-albania.html

“Canada strongly condemns the malicious cyber activity that targeted Albania in July 2022. Canada joins its allies Albania, the United Kingdom and the United States in attributing this activity to Iran.’’

Global Affairs Canada2022-09-22T19:35:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/09/minister-joly-to-hold-media-availability-from-new-york-city-as-part-of-the-united-nations-general-assembly-high-level-week.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will hold a media availability from New York City, as part of the United Nations General Assembly High-Level Week.

Global Affairs Canada2022-09-22T07:14:27-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/09/canada-announces-a-121-billion-contribution-to-fight-hivaids-tuberculosis-and-malaria-and-additional-support-to-mitigate-the-impact-of-covid-19.html

The COVID-19 pandemic overwhelmed health systems, and lockdowns have disrupted health services worldwide. This has had a devastating impact on efforts to combat HIV/AIDS, TB, and malaria. TB and malaria deaths have increased and progress on reducing HIV-related deaths has stalled. We need to redouble our efforts in fighting for all those we have not reached, in particular vulnerable women and girls, if we are to stay on course to achieve the goal of eliminating these diseases as epidemics by 2030.

Global Affairs Canada2022-09-21T17:48:01-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/09/minister-joly-to-co-host-global-survivors-fund-event-on-conflict-related-sexual-violence-during-77th-session-of-the-united-nations-general-assembly.html

In collaboration with the Global Survivors Fund, The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will co-host an event on conflict-related sexual violence on September 22, in New York City. Minister Joly will be joined by Nadia Murad to open the event and discuss the importance of centering survivors in the pursuit of justice, including reparations.

Global Affairs Canada2022-09-21T15:11:36-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2022/09/cbsa-rcmp-joint-investigation-leads-to-prohibited-firearms-seizure-and-criminal-charges.html

CBSA-RCMP joint investigation leads to prohibited firearms seizure and criminal charges

Canada Border Services Agency2022-09-20T09:55:15-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/09/announcement-of-new-diplomatic-appointments.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointments

Global Affairs Canada2022-09-02T09:44:04-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/09/biographical-notes.html

Hall Law School, 1996; LLM, Columbia Law School, 2000) began her career as counsel with the Ministry of the Attorney General of Ontario in the Office of the Children’s Lawyer. She then worked for the UN Country Team in Liberia and Guyana, providing coordination, programming, legal services and support on human rights, governance, women, peace and security, prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse, and gender equality to the UN and host countries in both post-conflict and development contexts (2005 to 2008). She joined Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada in 2009. At Headquarters, she worked in the Human Rights and Governance Policy Division (2009 to 2012), in the Oceans and Environmental Law Division (2012 to 2016) and as chief of staff to Canada’s ambassador for women, peace and security (2020 to 2021). She also served abroad as the legal adviser to Canada’s permanent mission to the UN in Geneva (2016 to 2020). Most recently, she worked for the Canadian Human Rights Commission as the director of the Employment Equity Division (2021 to 2022).

Global Affairs Canada2022-09-02T09:33:54-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/08/statement-of-the-g7-non-proliferation-directors-group-on-nuclear-safety-and-security-at-the-zaporizhzhya-nuclear-power-plant.html

“The G7 Non-Proliferation Directors Group recalls the Statement of the G7 Foreign Ministers of August 10, 2022, in support of the IAEA´s efforts to promote nuclear safety and security at the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant in Ukraine.

Global Affairs Canada2022-08-29T20:15:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/08/canada-to-challenge-us-softwood-lumber-duties-under-canada-united-states-mexico-agreement.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, today issued the following statement regarding the United States’ unwarranted and unfair duties on softwood lumber from Canada:

Global Affairs Canada2022-08-29T17:06:07-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/08/statement-by-minister-joly-on-line-5-transit-pipeline.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, issued the following statement: “More than ever, Canada is firmly committed to ensuring its energy and economic security, while taking important steps to fight climate change and protect the environment for future generations.

Global Affairs Canada2022-08-29T14:55:10-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2022/08/minister-champagne-to-attend-historic-launch-of-artemis-i.html

The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, will be in Florida on August 29 to attend the launch of the Artemis I mission.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2022-08-26T17:22:10-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/08/joint-ministerial-statement-marking-5th-anniversary-of-myanmar-militarys-attack-against-rohingya-and-ensuing-crisis.html

The following is the text of a joint statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union, and the Foreign Ministers of Australia, Canada, Norway, the United Kingdom and the United States, marking the fifth anniversary of the Myanmar military’s attack against Rohingya.

Global Affairs Canada2022-08-24T20:50:48-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2022/08/joint-statement-from-canadian--us-coast-guard-leadership-regarding-the-port-huron-float-down-2022.html

Joint Statement from Canadian / U.S. Coast Guard Leadership regarding the Port Huron Float Down 2022

Canadian Coast Guard2022-08-16T09:30:15-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/08/statement-from-minister-ng-on-us-inflation-reduction-act.html

Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, issued the following statement regarding passage of the U.S. Inflation Reduction Act

Global Affairs Canada2022-08-12T17:34:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/08/statement-of-the-g7-foreign-ministers-in-support-of-the-international-atomic-energy-agencys-efforts-to-promote-nuclear-safety-and-security-at-the-z.html

“We, the G7 foreign ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union, reiterate our strongest condemnation of the ongoing unprovoked and unjustifiable war of aggression of the Russian Federation against Ukraine. The Russian Federation must immediately withdraw its troops from within Ukraine’s internationally recognized borders and respect Ukraine’s territory and sovereignty.

Global Affairs Canada2022-08-10T10:34:50-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/08/statement-by-minister-ng-on-us-duties-on-softwood-lumber-products-from-canada.html

Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, issued the following statement regarding the final results of the third administrative reviews by the U.S. Department of Commerce of its anti-dumping and countervailing duty orders on certain softwood lumber products from Canada

Global Affairs Canada2022-08-04T12:52:22-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/08/g7-foreign-ministers-statement-on-preserving-peace-and-stability-across-the-taiwan-strait.html

“We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union, reaffirm our shared commitment to maintaining the rules-based international order, peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and beyond.

Global Affairs Canada2022-08-03T12:50:01-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/08/g7-foreign-ministers-statement-on-energy-security.html

“We, the Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union, are steadfast in our condemnation of Russia’s brutal, unprovoked, unjustifiable and illegal war of aggression against Ukraine. We condemn and will not recognize Russia’s continued attempts to redraw borders by force. This constitutes a blatant violation of international law, in particular, a serious breach of the Charter of the United Nations, and seriously undermines the international rules-based system. We reiterate our demand that Russia put an end to this war of choice, immediately and unconditionally cease all hostilities, and withdraw its troops and military equipment from the entire territory of Ukraine within its internationally recognized borders.

Global Affairs Canada2022-08-02T14:04:31-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2022/07/crossing-the-border-this-summerthe-cbsa-gives-tips-this-civic-holiday-long-weekend-for-a-smoother-trip-for-travellers.html

The CBSA gives tips this Civic Holiday long weekend for a smoother trip for travellers

Canada Border Services Agency2022-07-26T10:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/07/joint-statement-on-execution-of-pro-democracy-and-opposition-leaders-in-myanmar.html

A joint statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union, and the Foreign Ministers of Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, Norway, Republic of Korea, the United Kingdom and the United States, condemning the military regime’s execution of pro-democracy and opposition leaders in Myanmar:

Global Affairs Canada2022-07-25T17:00:42-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2022/07/canada-adopts-joint-statement-on-cooperation-on-global-supply-chains.html

The following is the Joint Statement of the 2022 Supply Chain Ministerial Forum released by U.S. Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, and U.S. Secretary of Commerce, Gina Raimondo, on behalf of partner economies, including Canada.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2022-07-20T16:10:46-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/07/joint-statement-on-ukraines-application-against-russia-at-the-international-court-of-justice.html

“We reiterate our support for Ukraine’s application instituting proceedings against the Russian Federation before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) under the 1948 Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide, which seeks to establish that Russia has no lawful basis to take military action in Ukraine on the basis of unsubstantiated allegations of genocide.”

Global Affairs Canada2022-07-13T11:17:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/07/minister-ng-concludes-successful-trilateral-meeting-of-canada-united-states-mexico-agreement-free-trade-commission.html

The trilateral trade and investment relationship among Canada, the United States and Mexico is one of the most dynamic in the world, supporting economic growth, prosperity and good jobs in all three countries.

Global Affairs Canada2022-07-08T17:51:13-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/07/minister-ng-speaks-with-united-states-trade-representative-tai-at-cusma-free-trade-commission-ministerial-meeting.html

Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, met with Katherine Tai, United States Trade Representative, at the ministerial meeting of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) Free Trade Commission.

Global Affairs Canada2022-07-08T17:50:46-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/07/statement-by-minister-ng-on-agreement-to-remove-us-solar-safeguard-tariffs-on-canadian-solar-products.html

July 7, 2022 - Ottawa, Ontario - Global Affairs Canada The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, today issued the following statement on the removal of U.S. safeguard tariffs on Canadian solar products:

Global Affairs Canada2022-07-07T13:29:23-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/07/minister-ng-to-host-us-trade-representative-and-mexicos-secretary-of-economy-in-vancouver.html

July 7, 2022 - The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, will host the United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai, and Mexico’s Secretary of Economy, Tatiana Clouthier Carrillo, in Vancouver from July 7 to 8, 2022.

Global Affairs Canada2022-07-07T11:00:57-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/07/minister-joly-to-attend-g20-foreign-ministers-meeting-in-indonesia.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will be travelling to Bali, Indonesia, from July 6 to 9, 2022, to participate in the G20 Foreign Affairs Ministers’ Meeting.

Global Affairs Canada2022-07-05T14:32:33-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/07/minister-ng-to-host-us-and-mexican-counterparts-to-mark-two-year-anniversary-of-cusma.html

While in Vancouver, Minister Ng, Ambassador Tai and Secretary Clouthier will engage in important trilateral discussions at the Free Trade Commission Meeting, in addition to meeting with stakeholders and bilateral meetings. They will also hold a trilateral joint media event to recognize the collaboration and successes of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) on the occasion of its second anniversary.

Global Affairs Canada2022-07-03T16:00:45-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2022/06/atlantic-canadas-biosciences-sector-engages-with-international-partners-in-san-diego.html

Helping the Atlantic Canadian biosciences sector contribute to a more resilient, diversified, and inclusive economic recovery is a priority of the Government of Canada and the four Atlantic provinces and is key to creating good jobs and generating growth.

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2022-06-13T10:00:05-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/06/canada-mexico-united-states-joint-statement-by-foreign-ministers.html

The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada Mélanie Joly, Secretary of Foreign Relations of Mexico Marcelo Ebrard Casaubón, and Secretary of State of the United States of America Antony Blinken, today issued the following joint statement:

Global Affairs Canada2022-06-10T18:26:14-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/06/joint-statement-on-the-global-partnership-for-action-on-gender-based-online-harassment-and-abuse.html

Today, June 8, 2022, at the Summit of the Americas, the undersigned foreign ministers of new and existing Western Hemisphere country members of the Global Partnership for Action on Gender-Based Online Abuse and Harassment commit to jointly addressing technology-facilitated gender-based violence, with an initial mission to deliver concrete results by the end of 2022.

Global Affairs Canada2022-06-08T21:31:22-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/06/joint-statement-on-limited-resumption-of-arctic-council-cooperation.html

“In response to Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine—a flagrant violation of the principles of sovereignty and territorial integrity, based on international law—the other founding states of the Arctic Council—Canada, Finland, Iceland, the Kingdom of Denmark, Norway, Sweden and the United States—on March 3 announced a pause in their participation in the Arctic Council.”

Global Affairs Canada2022-06-08T10:21:41-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2022/06/canada-border-services-agency-and-us-department-of-commerce-renew-focus-on-keeping-sensitive-technologies-and-goods-out-of-russian-hands.html

Canada Border Services Agency and U.S. Department of Commerce renew focus on keeping sensitive technologies and goods out of Russian hands

Canada Border Services Agency2022-06-08T09:06:19-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/05/statement-by-minister-ng-on-united-states-request-for-consultations-on-canadas-new-dairy-tariff-rate-quota-policies-under-canada-united-states-mexi.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, today issued the following statement regarding the United States’ request for consultations on Canada’s new dairy tariff rate quota (TRQ) policies under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA)

Global Affairs Canada2022-05-25T15:54:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/05/joint-statement-on-ukraines-application-against-russia-at-the-international-court-of-justice.html

Statement on behalf of Albania, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Marshall Islands, Micronesia (Federated States of), Montenegro, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom, United States, European Union.

Global Affairs Canada2022-05-30T15:21:20-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/accessibility-standards-canada/news/2022/05/accessibility-standards-canada-and-the-international-code-council-sign-agreement-to-increase-accessibility-in-canadian-and-american-public-buildings.html

Accessibility Standards Canada and the International Code Council signed an agreement today that will facilitate the sharing of best practices and information related to building accessibility. This collaboration aims to improve and coordinate accessibility requirements in building codes and standards between Canada and the United States.

Accessibility Standards Canada2022-05-19T10:58:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2022/05/covid-19-the-cbsa-resumes-services-at-most-small-vessel-reporting-sites.html

As of May 20, 2022, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) will resume services at most small vessel reporting sites.

Canada Border Services Agency2022-05-24T15:01:22-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/05/minister-joly-to-travel-to-new-york-to-highlight-global-food-security-challenges.html

The consequences of President Putin’s unprovoked and unjustifiable invasion of Ukraine are far-reaching and significant. Among the most widely felt effects is the inflation of food prices and its impact on the most vulnerable people around the world, especially women and girls.

Global Affairs Canada2022-05-17T18:56:46-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/05/statement-by-minister-ng-on-dairy-tariff-rate-quota-policies-under-cusma.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, today issued the following statement regarding the publication of Canada’s new dairy tariff rate quota (TRQ) policies under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA).

Global Affairs Canada2022-05-16T12:12:59-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/05/joint-statement-by-ministers-of-the-global-coalition-against-daesh.html

The Ministers of the Global Coalition to Defeat Daesh/ISIS reconvened in Marrakesh, Morocco, at the invitation of Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita and U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken.

Global Affairs Canada2022-05-12T08:29:01-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/05/minister-mary-ng-hosts-successful-visit-by-united-states-trade-representative-katherine-tai.html

Canada and the United States are invested in one of the most productive, collaborative, and mutually beneficial bilateral relationships in the world. It is a partnership of neighbours, forged by a shared border, democratic values, deep people-to-people connections, and multi-layered economic and security ties.

Global Affairs Canada2022-05-06T16:04:52-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/05/minister-ng-to-host-us-trade-representative-in-ottawa-and-toronto.html

To kick off Asian Heritage month, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, will host the United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai, in Ottawa and Toronto.

Global Affairs Canada2022-05-03T12:49:25-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/04/minister-ng-to-host-us-trade-representative.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, will welcome Ambassador Katherine Tai, United States Trade Representative, to Canada from May 5 to 6, 2022.

Global Affairs Canada2022-04-27T17:30:14-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2022/04/minister-miller-and-minister-hajdu-attend-the-united-nations-permanent-forum-on-indigenous-issues.html

Minister Miller and Minister Hajdu attend the 21st session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues on Indigenous Peoples, business, autonomy and the principles of due diligence.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2022-04-27T13:15:30-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/04/minister-sajjan-concludes-participation-in-productive-international-monetary-fund-and-world-bank-group-spring-meetings-in-washington-dc.html

The global community is dealing with multiple crises at once: the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, drastic changes in climate and more and more extreme weather events, increasing conflict and violence, and financial pressures—including global food prices that have increased 30% since January.

Global Affairs Canada2022-04-26T09:18:09-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/03/minister-sajjan-wraps-up-canadas-together-for-learning-summit-on-education-for-displaced-children-and-youth.html

Through meaningful engagement and by working together, youth leaders, government officials, members of civil society organizations and global education stakeholders can drive progress in global, national and local responses to refugee education.

Global Affairs Canada2022-03-31T14:59:34-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/03/joint-statement-on-armed-forces-day-in-myanmar.html

A joint statement on Armed Forces Day in Myanmar by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union and the Foreign Ministers of Albania, Australia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Canada, Georgia, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Marshall Islands, the Federated States of Micronesia, Montenegro, New Zealand, North Macedonia, Norway, Palau, Republic of Korea, Serbia, Switzerland, Ukraine, the United Kingdom, and the United States.

Global Affairs Canada2022-03-26T17:24:20-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2022/03/the-us-and-canada-reestablish-the-cross-border-crime-forum.html

Officials discussed Cybercrime, Violent Extremism, Public Safety, Firearms Violence, and Justice Reform.

Public Safety Canada2022-03-22T23:07:55-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2022/03/minister-petitpas-taylor-concludes-productive-visit-to-the-seafood-expo-north-america-in-boston.html

The Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Official Languages, and Minister responsible for ACOA, concluded a three-day visit to Boston where she championed Atlantic Canadian products and companies and met with New England business leaders to raise Atlantic Canada’s profile in the global marketplace.

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2022-03-15T08:44:15-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/food-inspection-agency/news/2022/03/canada-united-states-agree-on-protocol-to-guide-the-cross-border-transit-of-animals-in-emergency-situations.html

Today, the Chief Veterinary Officer (CVO) of Canada, Dr. Mary Jane Ireland and the United States CVO, Dr. Rosemary Sifford, issued the following statement

Canadian Food Inspection Agency2022-03-10T13:59:41-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/03/g7-foreign-ministers-meeting-statement.html

We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union reiterate our profound condemnation of Russia’s unprovoked and unjustifiable war of choice against Ukraine, enabled by the Belarussian government.

Global Affairs Canada2022-03-07T11:39:56-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/03/joint-statement-on-arctic-council-cooperation-following-russias-invasion-of-ukraine.html

“Canada, the Kingdom of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, and the United States condemn Russia’s unprovoked invasion of Ukraine and note the grave impediments to international cooperation, including in the Arctic, that Russia’s actions have caused.

Global Affairs Canada2022-03-03T10:05:13-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/03/statement-on-behalf-of-the-chair-of-the-freedom-online-coalition-a-call-to-action-on-state-sponsored-disinformation-in-ukraine.html

As 2022 Chair of the Freedom Online Coalition, Canada leads a coalition of 34 governments united by our belief that the same human rights people enjoy offline must be protected online.

Global Affairs Canada2022-03-31T15:47:53-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/03/minister-ng-concludes-productive-visit-to-washington-dc.html

Yesterday, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, concluded a successful visit to Washington, D.C., where she reinforced the importance of the rules-based international order and ensuring international trade is inclusive, both of which will be crucial to a strong, sustainable, and inclusive global recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Global Affairs Canada2022-03-01T08:53:02-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/02/minister-ng-to-visit-washington-dc.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development will visit Washington, D.C. on February 28, 2022, to reinforce the importance of Canada’s strong partnership with the United States.

Global Affairs Canada2022-02-27T10:00:09-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/02/statement-the-by-g7-foreign-ministers-on-russia-and-ukraine.html

We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union, remain gravely concerned about Russia’s threatening military build-up around Ukraine, in illegally annexed Crimea and in Belarus. Russia’s unprovoked and unjustified massing of military forces, the largest deployment on the European continent since the end of the Cold War is a challenge to global security and the international order.

Global Affairs Canada2022-03-07T13:44:21-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/02/statement-by-minister-ng-on-canadas-victory-in-canada-united-states-mexico-agreement-dispute-on-us-solar-safeguard-tariffs.html

Canada and the United States share one of the closest relationships in the world. At the end of last year, trade in goods between Canada and the United States reached an all-time high. This is a testament to the strength of our close relationship, our shared values, and CUSMA.

Global Affairs Canada2022-02-15T12:35:39-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2022/02/minister-vandal-highlights-indigenous-and-northern-leadership-in-keynote-address-at-the-great-northern-festivals-climate-solutions-series-in-minnea.html

Today, Canada's Minister of Northern Affairs, the Honourable Daniel Vandal, delivered a keynote address and participated in a question and answer session on Canada's leadership on climate action at the Great Northern Festival.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2022-02-04T14:39:32-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/01/statement-by-minister-ng-on-us-preliminary-duty-rates-on-canadian-softwood-lumber.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, today issued the following statement regarding the third administrative reviews by the U.S. Department of Commerce of its anti-dumping and countervailing duty orders on softwood lumber products from Canada

Global Affairs Canada2022-01-31T18:39:21-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/01/minister-ng-meets-with-canadian-softwood-lumber-industry-leaders.html

Yesterday, as part of the Government of Canada’s ongoing engagement with the forestry sector, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, met with softwood lumber industry leaders to discuss trade issues relating to softwood lumber. Minister Ng outlined the Government of Canada’s views and the recent efforts it has made to ensure Canada’s forestry sector is well positioned for success.

Global Affairs Canada2022-01-14T10:56:12-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/01/minister-ng-and-minister-bibeau-welcome-canada-united-states-mexico-agreement-dispute-settlement-panel-report-on-dairy-tariff-rate-quotas.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, and the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, today issued the following statement in response to the release of the dispute settlement panel’s report under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) regarding Canada’s administration of its dairy tariff rate quota (TRQ) policies.

Global Affairs Canada2022-01-04T13:10:35-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/12/minister-ng-announces-canadas-challenges-to-us-softwood-lumber-duties-under-canada-united-states-mexico-agreement.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, today issued the following statement regarding the United States’ unjustified duties on Canadian softwood lumber.

Global Affairs Canada2021-12-21T11:26:30-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/12/g7-foreign-ministers-statement-on-hong-kong-legislative-council-elections.html

We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union, noting the outcome of the Legislative Council elections in Hong Kong which took place on 19 December 2021, express our grave concern over the erosion of democratic elements of the Special Administrative Region's electoral system.

Global Affairs Canada2021-12-20T10:54:14-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/12/joint-statement-on-elections-to-legislative-council-of-hong-kong.html

We, the foreign ministers of Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the United States of America, noting the outcome of the Legislative Council elections in Hong Kong, express our grave concern over the erosion of democratic elements of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region’s electoral system. Actions that undermine Hong Kong’s rights, freedoms and high degree of autonomy are threatening our shared wish to see Hong Kong succeed.

Global Affairs Canada2021-12-20T13:00:17-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/12/minister-joly-and-minister-sajjan-conclude-g7-foreign-and-development-ministers-meeting.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, concluded their participation in the G7 Foreign and Development Ministers’ Meeting in Liverpool, United Kingdom.

Global Affairs Canada2021-12-13T22:23:11-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/international-trade-tribunal/news/2021/12/tribunal-initiates-expiry-reviewgypsum-board-from-the-united-states.html

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today initiated an expiry review of its finding made on January 4, 2017, in inquiry NQ-2016-002, to determine if the expiry of the finding is likely to lead to continued or resumed dumping of gypsum board from the United States of America and is likely to result in injury.

Canadian International Trade Tribunal2021-12-09T10:51:32-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/12/g7-foreign-ministers-statement-on-russia-and-ukraine.html

Statement from the Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union

Global Affairs Canada2022-03-07T13:54:11-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/12/statement-from-the-equal-rights-coalition-on-the-nexus-between-democracy-and-the-human-rights-of-lgbti-persons.html

On the occasion of the Summit for Democracy, the undersigned members of the Equal Rights Coalition (ERC) affirm that the revitalization of democracy within our own nations and around the world is essential to promoting and protecting human rights, especially for those most vulnerable including lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and intersex (LGBTI) persons. Threats to the rule of law, rising levels of inequality, authoritarianism, and corruption are eroding democracy in every region, with grave consequences for LGBTI persons, among others. Persistent criminalization of LGBTI status and ongoing violence and discrimination undermine the ability of LGBTI persons to fully participate in democratic and political processes.

Global Affairs Canada2021-12-10T16:29:13-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/12/minister-joly-and-minister-sajjan-to-participate-in-g7-foreign-and-development-ministers-meeting-in-liverpool-united-kingdom.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, will take part in the G7 Foreign and Development Ministers Meeting in Liverpool, United Kingdom, from December 10 to December 12, 2021.

Global Affairs Canada2021-12-09T12:49:03-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2021/12/minister-champagne-highlights-the-importance-of-collaboration-for-the-north-american-automotive-sector.html

As we continue to address the health, social and economic impacts of COVID-19, we are also working toward a sustainable and greener economic recovery that will create new jobs and opportunities for workers.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2021-12-08T13:13:10-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/12/joint-statement-on-reports-of-summary-killings-and-enforced-disappearances-in-afghanistan0.html

We are deeply concerned by reports of summary killings and enforced disappearances of former members of the Afghan security forces as documented by Human Rights Watch and others...

Global Affairs Canada2021-12-06T18:50:49-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2021/12/minister-champagne-travels-to-detroit-to-meet-with-automotive-representatives.html

The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, will be in Detroit, Michigan, on Tuesday, December 7, 2021, to meet with key automotive industry stakeholders and discuss opportunities in the Canadian automotive sector and the importance of highly integrated North American supply chains.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2021-12-06T18:26:38-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/12/minister-ng-and-team-canada-delegation-advocate-for-canadian-workers-and-industry-in-washington-dc.html

Canada and the United States have one of the closest trade relationships in the world, built on shared values and deeply integrated supply chains that support hundreds of thousands of jobs and opportunities on both sides of the border.

Global Affairs Canada2021-12-03T18:37:47-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/12/minister-joly-announces-additional-sanctions-on-belarusian-individuals-and-entities-in-response-to-ongoing-and-systematic-human-rights-violations.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced new sanctions on 24 individuals and 7 entities under the Special Economic Measures Act in response to the Belarusian regime’s ongoing and systematic human rights violations. These measures are being taken in coordination with the United States, the United Kingdom, and the European Union.

Global Affairs Canada2021-12-02T10:43:36-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/12/belarus-sanctions.html

Effective immediately, Canada is imposing sanctions against Belarusian officials and entities in response to gross and systematic human rights violations that have been committed in Belarus.

Global Affairs Canada2021-12-02T10:35:22-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/12/joint-statement-on-december-2-sanctions-in-response-to-situation-in-belarus.html

Today, in response to the continuing attacks on human rights and fundamental freedoms in Belarus, the disregard for international norms and the repeated acts of repression, we have again taken coordinated sanctions action against certain individuals and entities.

Global Affairs Canada2021-12-02T10:22:20-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/11/minister-ng-meets-with-us-trade-representative-katherine-tai.html

Minister Ng and Ambassador Tai engaged on important Canada-United States trade issues, including the Government of Canada’s continued significant concern with the discriminatory, protectionist elements of the U.S. tax credits for electric vehicles proposed in the current version of the Build Back Better bill. Minister Ng noted that the proposed tax credits run counter to U.S. trade obligations under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement...

Global Affairs Canada2021-11-30T19:37:16-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/11/minister-ng-to-visit-washington-dc.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, joined by members of the opposition, will be visiting Washington, D.C. from December 1 to December 3, 2021.

Global Affairs Canada2021-11-30T13:44:34-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/11/statement-by-minister-ng-on-us-final-duty-rates-on-canadian-softwood-lumber.html

Canada’s softwood lumber industry is an economic anchor for communities across the country and a key component of Canada’s forestry sector, which contributed more than $25 billion to the country’s GDP in 2020 and employed nearly 185,000 workers. The United States has long relied on Canadian lumber products to meet its domestic needs for high-quality building materials.

Global Affairs Canada2021-11-24T17:17:35-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2021/11/government-of-canada-announces-adjustments-to-canadas-border-measures.html

The Government of Canada will adjust some of Canada’s border measures beginning on Nov. 30 to include additional COVID-19 vaccines accepted for entry to Canada and changes to certain exemptions, testing and ArriveCAN requirements.

Public Health Agency of Canada2022-02-04T10:31:23-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2021/11/joint-statement-to-leaders-from-canadas-minister-of-innovation-science-and-industry-and-the-united-states-director-of-the-white-house-office-of-sci.html

Science, technology, and innovation (ST&I) are fundamental to economic growth and competitiveness in global markets, as well as the future prosperity and security of Canada and the United States of America (U.S.).

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2021-11-18T22:02:35-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/11/minister-joly-to-travel-to-mexico-and-united-states.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will be travelling to Mexico City, Mexico, on November 15, 2021 and to Washington D.C. on November 17-18, 2021.

Global Affairs Canada2021-11-15T17:59:35-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/11/minister-joly-meets-with-united-states-secretary-of-state-antony-blinken.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today met with United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Washington D.C.

Global Affairs Canada2021-11-13T14:26:56-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/11/minister-joly-to-travel-to-the-united-states.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will be travelling to Washington, D.C., United States, on November 12, 2021. This is Minister Joly’s first official trip as Minister of Foreign Affairs.

Global Affairs Canada2021-11-11T17:14:08-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/international-trade-tribunal/news/2021/11/tribunal-initiates-expiry-reviewcopper-pipe-fittings-from-the-united-states-korea-and-china.html

Ottawa, Ontario, November 8, 2021—The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today initiated an expiry review of its orders made on November 28, 2016, in expiry review No. RR-2015-003, to determine if the expiry of the orders is likely to lead to continued or resumed dumping of copper pipe fittings from the United States of America, the Republic of Korea and the People’s Republic of China, and subsidizing of such goods originating from the People’s Republic of China, and is likely to result in injury.

Canadian International Trade Tribunal2021-11-05T13:59:01-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/11/joint-statement-on-release-of-ohchr-ehrc-joint-investigation-november-6-2021.html

We, Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Iceland, Ireland, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Sweden, the United Kingdom and the United States, would like to extend our gratitude to the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) and the Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) for their joint effort to investigate allegations of human rights violations and abuses, and of serious violations of international humanitarian law and international refugee law, committed by parties to the conflict in the Tigray region of Ethiopia between November 3, 2020, and June 28, 2021.

Global Affairs Canada2021-11-06T15:12:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2021/11/minister-champagne-concludes-productive-visit-to-the-united-states-and-mexico.html

Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, François-Philippe Champagne, today concluded meetings with senior government and industry officials in Washington, D.C. and Monterrey to discuss ways that Canada can work with the United States and Mexico on post-pandemic economic recovery, including building more resilient supply chains.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2021-11-05T19:59:58-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2021/11/minister-champagne-meets-with-tatiana-clouthier-mexicos-secretary-of-economy.html

Today, François-Philippe Champagne, Canada’s Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, met with Tatiana Clouthier, Mexico’s Secretary of Economy, in Monterrey, Mexico, as part of his visit to the United States and Mexico.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2021-11-05T18:26:20-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2021/11/travel-advisory-reminder--travelling-to-the-us-covid-19-border-measures-and-testing-requirements-remain-in-place-when-you-come-home.html

Travel Advisory: REMINDER – Travelling to the U.S.? COVID-19 border measures and testing requirements remain in place when you come home

Canada Border Services Agency2022-03-16T11:04:09-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/11/minister-joly-speaks-with-united-states-secretary-of-state-antony-blinken.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today had her first bilateral call as Foreign Minister with United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken.

Global Affairs Canada2021-11-03T19:21:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2021/11/joint-readout-minister-francois-philippe-champagne-meets-with-secretary-ginaraimondo-of-the-united-states.html

Today, François-Philippe Champagne, Canada’s Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, and Gina Raimondo, U.S. Secretary of Commerce, met in Washington to discuss areas of cooperation that build upon the Roadmap for a Renewed U.S.-Canada Partnership.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2021-11-03T19:05:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2021/11/minister-champagne-to-hold-media-availability-to-discuss-meetings-in-washington-dc.html

The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, will hold a media availability on November 4 to discuss his meetings with his American counterparts and shared opportunities for partnership and growth for Canada and the United States as the world moves toward a sustainable, post-pandemic economic recovery.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2021-11-03T17:14:27-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/10/friends-of-sudan-statement.html

The Friends of Sudan call for the restoration of all transitional arrangements and institutions as defined in the Constitutional Document. Any attempts by the military to unilaterally modify these provisions and upend the critical civilian-military partnership are unacceptable.

Global Affairs Canada2021-10-27T18:16:52-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/10/joint-statement-of-support-for-the-special-envoy-of-the-asean-chair-on-myanmar.html

The Governments of Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Norway, the Republic of Korea, Timor-Leste, the United Kingdom, the United States, and the High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, on behalf of the European Union, remain deeply concerned about the dire situation in Myanmar, its growing toll on the people of Myanmar, and its worsening implications for regional stability.

Global Affairs Canada2021-10-15T10:19:54-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/10/minister-ng-to-attend-g20-trade-and-investment-ministerial-meeting.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, will deliver remarks at the G20 Trade and Investment Ministerial Meeting in Sorrento, Italy, on October 11 and 12, 2021.

Global Affairs Canada2021-10-08T15:52:40-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/10/minister-ng-meets-with-us-trade-representative-katherine-tai.html

Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, met with Katherine Tai, United States Trade Representative, on the margins of the OECD Ministerial Council Meeting in Paris, France.

Global Affairs Canada2021-10-06T21:21:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/10/statement-by-minister-garneau-on-line-5-transit-pipeline.html

The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: Canada is firmly committed to ensuring its energy and economic security while protecting the environment for future generations. This includes working with the United States to improve the health of the Great Lakes. For more than 65 years, Line 5 has been the safest way to transport Canadian hydrocarbons from western Canada to central Canada, helping provide energy that is essential for heating homes and powering Canada’s economy.

Global Affairs Canada2021-10-04T15:04:48-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/food-inspection-agency/news/2021/09/temporary-import-requirement-for-2021-lettuce-growing-season-some-romaine-from-parts-of-california-must-be-tested-forecoli.html

To protect Canadians from possible health risks, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is implementing a temporary import licence condition for romaine lettuce from the Salinas Valley in California for the 2021 growing season.

Canadian Food Inspection Agency2021-09-14T15:14:25-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/08/venezuelajoint-statement-by-the-eu-high-representativefor-foreign-affairs-and-security-policy-thesecretaryof-state-of-the-united-states-of-america-.html

We welcome the announcement that Venezuelan-led, comprehensive negotiations will soon begin in Mexico City, Mexico. We hope this process will lead to the restoration of the country’s democratic institutions and allow for all Venezuelans to express themselves politically through free and fair local, parliamentary, and presidential elections.

Global Affairs Canada2021-09-23T15:20:23-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2021/08/joint-statement-from-canadian--us-coast-guard-leadership-regarding-the-port-huron-float-down-2021.html

The un-sanctioned Port Huron Float Down is scheduled to take place on Sunday, August 15, 2021, on the St. Clair River. This event poses risks to the participants and other users of the waterways during the 7.5 mile /12 km course. In addition to these risks, the Canada/U.S. border remains closed until at least August 21, 2021, due to COVID-19.

Canadian Coast Guard2021-08-11T09:39:59-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/international-trade-tribunal/news/2021/08/tribunal-continues-ordersrefined-sugar-from-the-united-states-denmark-germany-the-netherlands-the-united-kingdom-and-the-european-union.html

Ottawa, Ontario, August 6, 2021—The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today continued its orders made on October 30, 2015, in Expiry Review No. RR-2014-006, concerning the dumping of refined sugar originating in or exported from the United States of America, Denmark, the Federal Republic of Germany, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom, and the subsidizing of the aforementioned goods originating in or exported from the European Union.

Canadian International Trade Tribunal2021-08-06T16:00:23-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/08/mv-mercer-street-attack-g7-foreign-ministers-statement.html

We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union stand united in our commitment to maritime security and the protection of commercial shipping. We condemn the unlawful attack committed on a merchant vessel off the coast of Oman on 29 July, which killed a British and a Romanian national.

Global Affairs Canada2021-08-06T12:54:04-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/07/minister-ng-speaks-with-provincial-and-territorial-ministers-responsible-for-trade.html

Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, met with her ministerial provincial and territorial trade counterparts.

Global Affairs Canada2021-07-22T15:45:41-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/07/minister-ng-meets-with-canadian-softwood-lumber-producers.html

The forestry sector is a vital part of Canada’s economy, supporting tens of thousands of good jobs for workers, growing the middle class, and generating sustainable prosperity for communities across the country.

Global Affairs Canada2021-07-19T15:20:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/07/minister-of-foreign-affairs-speaks-with-united-states-secretary-of-state.html

The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, spoke today with Antony Blinken, United States Secretary of State.

Global Affairs Canada2021-07-14T18:36:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/07/minister-ng-speaks-with-mexicos-secretary-of-economy-on-first-anniversary-of-canada-united-states-mexico-agreement.html

Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, met in person in Mexico City with Tatiana Clouthier Carrillo, Mexico’s Secretary of Economy, during the Minister’s first visit to Mexico since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Global Affairs Canada2021-07-07T17:22:11-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/07/minister-ng-concludes-successful-working-visit-to-washington.html

The relationship between Canada and the United States is one of the closest and most enduring in the world and it contributes to the growth, prosperity and security of both countries.

Global Affairs Canada2021-07-06T21:08:58-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/07/minister-ng-meets-with-united-states-trade-representative-tai-in-washington.html

Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, met with Katherine Tai, United States Trade Representative, in Washington, D.C., during the Minister’s first international trip since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Global Affairs Canada2021-07-06T20:35:24-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/07/itinerary--visit-by-minister-ng-to-washington-dc.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, will visit Washington, D.C. on July 6, 2021 to meet with Katherine Tai, United States Trade Representative, and U.S. and Canadian building trades unions, to discuss ongoing work to keep supply chains open and resilient, and opportunities to ensure a strong, sustainable, inclusive economic recovery through trade.

Global Affairs Canada2021-07-02T12:48:53-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/06/canada-united-states-and-mexico-trilateral-meeting-announcement.html

To commemorate the first anniversary of the entry into force of the Canada-United-States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA), the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade; Katherine Tai, United States Trade Representative; and Tatiana Clouthier Carrillo, Mexico’s Secretary of Economy, will meet in Mexico City on July 7, 2021.

Global Affairs Canada2021-07-01T11:28:12-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/06/minister-ng-marks-first-anniversary-of-canada-united-states-mexico-agreement-with-us-and-mexican-counterparts.html

Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, joined Katherine Tai, United States Trade Representative, and Tatiana Clouthier Carrillo, Mexico’s Secretary of Economy, to mark the first anniversary of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) coming into force.

Global Affairs Canada2021-06-30T14:41:18-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/06/minister-ng-to-mark-first-anniversary-of-canada-united-states-mexico-agreement.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, will mark the one-year anniversary of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement at a virtual event hosted by the Wilson Center.

Global Affairs Canada2021-06-29T13:57:41-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/06/joint-statement-onthe-ministerial-meeting-on-syria.html

The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America, Italy, Canada, Egypt, France, Germany, Greece, Iraq, Ireland, Japan, Jordan, Lebanon, Netherlands, Norway, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, UAE, the United Kingdom, and representatives of the Arab League and European Union, which met today to discuss the crisis in Syria.

Global Affairs Canada2021-06-28T16:38:18-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/06/venezuelajoint-statement-by-the-eu-high-representativefor-foreign-affairs-and-security-policy-thesecretaryof-state-of-the-united-states-of-america-.html

The following statement was released by the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell, United States Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken, and Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs Marc Garneau.

Global Affairs Canada2021-06-25T15:22:32-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/06/minister-ng-speaks-with-made-in-america-director-celeste-drake.html

Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, spoke with Celeste Drake, Director of Made in America in the White House’s Office of Management and Budget, as well as with labour leaders from Canada and the United States, about reinforcing the thriving economic relationship between Canada and the United States.

Global Affairs Canada2021-06-24T12:38:43-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/06/canada-imposes-additional-sanctions-on-belarusian-individuals-and-entities.html

The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced new sanctions against 17 individuals and 5 entities under the Special Economic Measures Act (SEMA) in response to gross and systematic violations of human rights occurring in Belarus. These measures are being taken in coordination with the United States, the United Kingdom and the European Union.

Global Affairs Canada2021-06-21T11:00:21-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/06/backgrounder---sanctions-related-to-belarus.html

Effective immediately, Canada is imposing sanctions against Belarusian officials and entities in response to gross and systematic human rights violations that have been committed in Belarus.

Global Affairs Canada2021-06-21T10:33:29-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/06/canada-the-european-union-united-kingdom-and-united-states-impose-sanctions-on-belarusian-individuals-and-entities.html

We are united in our deep concern regarding the Lukashenko regime’s continuing attacks on human rights, fundamental freedoms, and international law.

Global Affairs Canada2021-06-21T10:30:08-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2021/06/border-restrictions-for-fishing-and-boating-in-canadian-waters-remain-in-place.html

The Canada Border Services Agency reminds foreign national boaters and anglers that travel restrictions are still in place.

Canada Border Services Agency2022-03-07T12:29:36-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/international-trade-tribunal/news/2021/06/tribunal-continues-ordercertain-whole-potatoes-from-the-united-states.html

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today continued its order made on September 9, 2015, in Expiry Review No. RR 2014 004, concerning the dumping of certain whole potatoes from the United States of America for use or consumption in the province of British Columbia.

Canadian International Trade Tribunal2021-06-02T14:56:35-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/05/minister-ng-participates-in-meeting-of-g7-trade-and-investment-ministers.html

Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, participated in the G7 Trade and Investment Ministers’ Meeting, hosted by Liz Truss, the United Kingdom’s Secretary of State for International Trade.

Global Affairs Canada2021-06-04T12:35:13-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/05/g7-statement-on-belarus.html

We, the G7 foreign ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union condemn in the strongest terms the unprecedented action by the Belarusian authorities in arresting independent journalist, Raman Pratasevich and his companion, Sofia Sopega, after forcing Flight FR4978 on which they were travelling to land in Minsk on 23 May.

Global Affairs Canada2021-05-27T12:15:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/05/statement-by-minister-ng-on-us-request-for-dispute-settlement-panel-on-dairy-trqs-under-cusma.html

Canada is a strong proponent of rules-based multilateral trade and believes that international trade will play an important role in the global recovery from COVID-19.

Global Affairs Canada2021-05-25T14:13:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/05/statement-by-minister-ng-on-us-preliminary-duty-rates-on-canadian-softwood-lumber.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, today issued the following statement regarding the second administrative review by the U.S. Department of Commerce of its anti-dumping and countervailing duty orders on certain softwood lumber products from Canada

Global Affairs Canada2021-05-21T17:27:50-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/05/readout-minister-of-foreign-affairs-meets-with-us-secretary-of-state-on-margins-of-arctic-council-ministerial-meeting.html

Today, the Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with Antony Blinken, U.S. Secretary of State, on the margins of the 12th Ministerial Meeting of the Arctic Council.

Global Affairs Canada2021-05-19T14:34:37-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/05/canada-concludes-successful-free-trade-commission-meeting-with-the-united-states-and-mexico.html

Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, Katherine Tai, United States Trade Representative, and Tatiana Clouthier Carrillo, Mexico’s Secretary of Economy, concluded a successful first meeting of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement’s (CUSMA) Free Trade Commission (FTC).

Global Affairs Canada2021-05-18T21:11:04-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/05/remarks-by-minister-ng-at-the-canada-united-states-mexico-agreement-cusma-free-trade-commission-meeting.html

Good morning Ambassador Tai and Secretary Clouthier. Bonjour à tous ceux et celles qui nous accompagnent aujourd’hui.

Global Affairs Canada2021-05-18T14:46:42-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/05/minister-ng-to-report-on-canada-united-states-mexico-agreement-free-trade-commission-discussions.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade will hold a media availability after the first meeting of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement Free Trade Commission.

Global Affairs Canada2021-05-17T20:24:42-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/05/minister-ng-speaks-with-united-states-trade-representative-katherine-tai-at-free-trade-commission-meeting.html

Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, spoke with Katherine Tai, United States Trade Representative, in advance of the inaugural Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement Free Trade Commission meeting, hosted by the United States.

Global Affairs Canada2021-05-17T15:15:24-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/05/minister-ng-to-participate-in-first-meeting-of-canada-united-states-mexico-agreement-free-trade-commission.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, will participate in the inaugural meeting of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) Free Trade Commission (FTC), hosted by the Office of the United States Trade Representative, on May 17 and 18, 2021. Minister Ng will join Katherine Tai, United States Trade Representative, and Tatiana Clouthier Carrillo, Mexico’s Secretary of Economy.

Global Affairs Canada2021-05-14T11:45:33-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/05/minister-ng-speaks-with-united-states-secretary-of-commerce-gina-raimondo.html

Yesterday, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, spoke with Gina Raimondo, the United States Secretary of Commerce. During their conversation, Minister Ng congratulated Secretary Raimondo on her confirmation as Secretary of Commerce.

Global Affairs Canada2021-05-11T09:56:01-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/04/foreign-affairs-minister-and-minister-of-international-development-to-participate-in-g7-foreign-and-development-ministers-meeting-in-london-united-.html

The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will take part in the first in-person meeting of G7 Foreign and Development Ministers in two years in London, UK, from May 3 to May 5, 2021. The Honourable Karina Gould, Minister of International Development, will join discussions virtually.

Global Affairs Canada2021-04-23T18:25:50-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2021/04/the-governments-of-canada-and-the-united-statesannounce-greeninggovernmentinitiative.html

Today, in conjunction with President Biden’s Leaders Summit on Climate, Canada and the United States announced a new initiative to engage governments around the world in greening government operations.

Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat2021-04-22T13:52:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/04/statement-of-the-equal-rights-coalition-on-the-serious-human-rights-violations-and-abuses-against-lgbti-individuals-in-the-chechen-republic-of-the-.html

In December 2018, OSCE Moscow Mechanism rapporteur’s independent report on the situation in Chechnya found ‘clear evidence of the successive purges against LGBTI persons’ in Chechnya as well as of numerous other grave Human Rights violations. The report documented that LGBTI persons in Chechnya had been subjected to systematic harassment, persecution, arbitrary arrests and detentions, torture, enforced disappearances and extra-judicial killings.

Global Affairs Canada2021-04-19T17:27:26-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/04/media-freedom-coalition-statement-concerning-media-freedom-in-myanmar.html

The undersigned members of the Media Freedom Coalition express their deep concern with the continued efforts by Myanmar’s military and police to crack down on media freedom.

Global Affairs Canada2021-04-16T13:08:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/04/statement-on-solarwinds-cyber-compromise.html

Today, Canada joins the United States and international partners in voicing our concerns related to a Russian cyber-espionage campaign that exploited the SolarWinds Orion platform.

Global Affairs Canada2021-04-15T11:09:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/04/solarwinds-cyber-compromise.html

In December 2020, media reported that a highly skilled cyber-actor conducted a supply chain compromise by creating a backdoor into a software update for the SolarWinds’ Orion platform. This software update was downloaded by at least 16,000 SolarWinds clients.

Global Affairs Canada2021-04-15T11:07:51-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/04/canada-issues-advisory-on-doing-business-with-myanmar-related-entities.html

The Government of Canada today issued an advisory for Canadian companies doing business with Myanmar-related entities.

Global Affairs Canada2021-04-13T16:47:07-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/04/g7-foreign-ministers-statement-on-ukraine.html

We, the G7 foreign ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union, are deeply concerned by the large, ongoing buildup of Russian military forces on Ukraine’s borders and in illegally annexed Crimea.

Global Affairs Canada2021-04-12T16:18:05-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/04/g7-foreign-ministers-statement-on-the-situation-in-tigray-ethiopia.html

We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union are strongly concerned about recent reports on human rights violations and abuses and violations of international humanitarian law and international refugee law in Tigray.

Global Affairs Canada2021-04-02T10:00:44-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2021/03/government-of-canada-takes-further-action-with-domestic-and-us-partners-to-combat-illicit-firearms.html

The Government of Canada is committed to keeping illicit firearms from crossing our border and entering our communities.

Canada Border Services Agency2021-03-31T13:47:47-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/03/joint-statement-on-the-who-convened-covid-19-origins-study.html

The Governments of Australia, Canada, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Israel, Japan, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, the Republic of Korea, Slovenia, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America remain steadfast in our commitment to working with the World Health Organization (WHO), international experts who have a vital mission, and the global community to understand the origins of this pandemic in order to improve our collective global health security and response.

Global Affairs Canada2021-10-21T13:57:49-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/03/joint-statement-by-19-states-in-support-of-the-establishment-of-the-international-accountability-platform-for-belarus.html

Statement on behalf of Austria, Belgium, Canada, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States of America

Global Affairs Canada2021-03-24T15:11:45-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/03/foreign-ministers-joint-statement-on-xinjiang.html

We, the Foreign Ministers of Canada and the United Kingdom, and the United States Secretary of State, are united in our deep and ongoing concern regarding China’s human rights violations and abuses in Xinjiang. The evidence, including from the Chinese Government’s own documents, satellite imagery, and eyewitness testimony is overwhelming. China’s extensive program of repression includes severe restrictions on religious freedoms, the use of forced labour, mass detention in internment camps, forced sterilisations, and the concerted destruction of Uyghur heritage.

Global Affairs Canada2021-03-22T13:11:51-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/03/minister-ng-speaks-with-united-states-trade-representative-katherine-tai.html

Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, spoke with Katherine Tai, United States Trade Representative. During their conversation —which was Ambassador Tai’s first international call since her confirmation—Minister Ng congratulated her on her historic and unanimous confirmation as United States Trade Representative.

Global Affairs Canada2021-03-22T12:55:24-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/03/canada-joins-international-partners-in-imposing-new-sanctions-in-response-to-human-rights-violations-in-xinjiang.html

Today, Canada announced it is imposing new sanctions against 4 officials and 1 entity under the Special Economic Measures (People’s Republic of China) Regulations, based on their participation in gross and systematic human rights violations in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region (XUAR). These measures are being taken in coordination with the United States and the United Kingdom, and in solidarity with the European Union.

Global Affairs Canada2021-03-22T11:56:48-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/03/china-sanctions.html

Effective March 22, 2021, Canada is imposing sanctions against Chinese officials and a Chinese entity in response to gross and systematic human rights violations that have been committed in China.

Global Affairs Canada2021-03-22T11:52:58-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2021/03/statement-by-minister-monsef-head-of-the-delegation-of-canada-to-uncsw-65th-session.html

Bonjour, Aaniin, Salaam-Alaikum to my colleagues in the international community. I hope wherever you are, you are safe, you are well, and I wish the same for your loved ones.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2021-03-18T14:01:54-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/03/g7-foreign-ministers-statement-on-ukraine.html

We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union, are united in our condemnation of Russia’s continued actions to undermine Ukraine’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence.

Global Affairs Canada2021-03-18T08:51:42-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/03/minister-ng-congratulates-katherine-tai-on-her-confirmation-as-united-states-trade-representative.html

Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, issued the following statement: “I would like to congratulate Katherine Tai on her historic confirmation as the new United States trade representative. Ambassador Tai has extensive experience and deep knowledge of matters of international trade.

Global Affairs Canada2021-03-17T12:57:39-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/food-inspection-agency/news/2021/03/canada-united-states-agree-on-protocol-to-guide-bilateral-trade-if-african-swine-fever-is-detected-in-wild-pigs.html

We are pleased to announce that the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) have reached another milestone in their collaboration on prevention and preparedness related to African swine fever (ASF).

Canadian Food Inspection Agency2021-03-16T10:01:43-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/03/g7-foreign-ministers-statement-on-hong-kong-electoral-reform.html

We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union, are united in expressing our grave concerns at the Chinese authorities’ decision fundamentally to erode democratic elements of the electoral system in Hong Kong. Such a decision strongly indicates that the authorities in mainland China are determined to eliminate dissenting voices and opinions in Hong Kong.

Global Affairs Canada2021-10-21T14:07:28-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/03/canada-welcomes-us-and-eu-sanctions-against-russian-officials-responsible-for-serious-human-rights-violations.html

The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “Canada strongly supports the decision made by the United States and the European Union on the adoption of sanctions against Russian officials responsible for the arbitrary detention, prosecution and attempted assassination of Alexey Navalny using a chemical weapon. It is important to note that two of the four individuals targeted by the European Union have already been sanctioned by Canada.

Global Affairs Canada2021-03-02T17:58:42-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/02/readout-minister-of-foreign-affairs-holds-first-bilateral-meeting-with-us-secretary-of-state.html

Today, the Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met virtually with Antony Blinken, U.S. Secretary of State, to advance work on the Roadmap for a Renewed U.S.-Canada Partnership launched by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and President Joe Biden following their virtual meeting on February 23, 2021.

Global Affairs Canada2021-02-26T21:25:02-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/02/minister-garneau-to-virtually-meet-with-secretary-of-state-blinken.html

The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will virtually meet with the United States of America Secretary of State, Antony J. Blinken, to advance the Canada - United States roadmap launched by Prime Minister Trudeau and President Biden. Following the meeting, the Minister will hold a media availability.

Global Affairs Canada2021-02-25T18:58:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/02/g7-foreign-ministers-statement-on-myanmar.html

“We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union firmly condemn violence committed by Myanmar’s security forces against peaceful protests. We offer condolences for the loss of life. The military and the police must exercise utmost restraint and respect human rights and international law. Use of live ammunition against unarmed people is unacceptable. Anyone responding to peaceful protests with violence must be held to account.”

Global Affairs Canada2021-02-23T08:54:43-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/02/statement-of-members-of-the-governing-council-of-the-community-of-democracies.html

The following Members of the Governing Council of the Community of Democracies express grave concern for the Myanmar military’s removal of the democratically elected civilian government; for the arbitrary detention of civilian government leaders, civil society members, human rights activists, and journalists; and for restrictions on telecommunications services since February 1, 2021.

Global Affairs Canada2021-03-01T12:53:24-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/02/condemning-the-coup-in-myanmar-g7-foreign-ministers-statement.html

We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union, are united in condemning the coup in Myanmar.

Global Affairs Canada2021-02-03T01:38:24-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/01/minister-ng-discusses-global-trade-and-economic-recovery-in-wto-ministerial-meeting.html

Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, participated in a virtual World Trade Organization meeting of fellow ministers. They discussed key priorities to strengthen the rules-based multilateral trading system in support of an inclusive, sustainable, and resilient global recovery.

Global Affairs Canada2021-01-29T12:15:43-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/01/readout-minister-garneau-speaks-with-us-secretary-of-state-blinken.html

Minister Garneau and Secretary Blinken spoke about the importance of the Canada-U.S. bilateral relationship based on mutual respect and our shared priorities, including the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic, protecting supply chains and bilateral trade, the promotion of human rights and democratic values, and ensuring the strength of our collective and bilateral security agreements.

Global Affairs Canada2021-01-26T18:57:42-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/01/g7-foreign-ministers-statement-on-navalny.html

We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union, are united in condemning the politically motivated arrest and detention of Alexey Navalny.

Global Affairs Canada2021-01-26T13:11:02-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2021/01/international-customs-day-2021.html

CBSA maintains the flow of legitimate trade during COVID-19 pandemic.

Canada Border Services Agency2021-01-25T10:51:16-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/01/foreign-ministers-joint-statement-on-arrests-in-hong-kong.html

“We, the Foreign Ministers of Australia, Canada and the United Kingdom, and the United States Secretary of State, underscore our serious concern at the mass arrests of 55 politicians and activists in Hong Kong for subversion under the National Security Law.”

Global Affairs Canada2021-10-21T14:12:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/01/statement-by-minister-ng-on-canadas-request-for-cusma-dispute-settlement-consultations-with-united-states-on-canadian-solar-products.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, today issued the following statement regarding Canada’s request for consultations with the United States under Chapter 31 of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) with respect to continued U.S. safeguard tariffs on Canadian solar products:

Global Affairs Canada2021-01-07T11:17:35-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/01/backgrounder---canadas-request-for-cusma-dispute-settlement-consultations-regarding-canadian-solar-products.html

On December 22, 2020, the Government of Canada requested dispute settlement consultations with the United States under Chapter 31 of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) to address the continued imposition of U.S. safeguard tariffs on Canadian solar products.

Global Affairs Canada2021-09-15T10:21:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/12/statement-by-minister-ng-on-canadas-challenge-of-us-duties-on-canadian-softwood-lumber.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, today issued the following statement regarding Canada’s request for a panel review under Chapter 10 of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement regarding U.S. countervailing duties on imports of Canadian softwood lumber: “On November 24, 2020, the U.S. Department of Commerce established, through its first administrative review process, a 7.42% countervailing duty rate for most Canadian producers of softwood lumber.

Global Affairs Canada2020-12-11T19:59:05-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2020/12/cbsa-southern-ontario-region-operational-and-enforcement-highlights-from-2020-protecting-and-supporting-canadians-during-covid-19.html

CBSA Southern Ontario Region operational and enforcement highlights from 2020. Protecting and Supporting Canadians during COVID-19

Canada Border Services Agency2020-12-10T15:03:28-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/11/statement-by-minister-ng-about-us-duties-on-canadian-softwood-lumber.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, today issued the following statement regarding the first administrative review by the U.S. Department of Commerce of U.S. anti-dumping and countervailing duty orders on certain softwood lumber products from Canada:

Global Affairs Canada2020-11-24T19:02:55-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/11/joint-statement-on-chinas-new-rules-disqualifying-elected-legislators-in-hong-kong.html

We, the Foreign Ministers of Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the United States Secretary of State reiterate our serious concern regarding China’s imposition of new rules to disqualify elected legislators in Hong Kong. Following the imposition of the National Security Law and postponement of September’s Legislative Council elections, this decision further undermines Hong Kong’s high degree of autonomy and rights and freedoms.

Global Affairs Canada2020-11-18T16:50:23-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/11/media-freedom-coalition-ministerial-communique.html

We, the members of the Media Freedom Coalition, held our first ministerial-level meeting on November 16, 2020, to exchange views and coordinate action in the defence of media freedom worldwide.

Global Affairs Canada2020-12-14T17:10:18-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/10/canada-imposes-additional-sanctions-on-belarusian-officials.html

Following the adoption of a first set of targeted sanctions in coordination with the United Kingdom on September 29th, the Government of Canada is today listing an additional 31 Belarusian officials under the Special Economic Measures (Belarus) Regulations. This second set of sanctions is being adopted in coordination with recent actions taken by the European Union and the United States.

Global Affairs Canada2020-10-15T05:29:04-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/10/belarus-sanctions.html

Effective immediately, Canada is imposing sanctions against Belarusian officials in response to gross and systematic human rights violations that have been committed in Belarus.

Global Affairs Canada2020-10-15T05:28:30-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/10/media-freedom-coalitions-executive-group-statement-on-miroslava-breach-case-in-mexico.html

The undersigned members of the Media Freedom Coalition’s Executive Group express their concern about continued violent attacks against journalists and freedom of expression in Mexico. We are united in the principle that a free and independent media is essential to a functioning democracy. Investigating these attacks on independent media and bringing the perpetrators to justice are of paramount importance.

Global Affairs Canada2020-10-07T10:10:57-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/09/statement-by-minister-ng-on-us-decision-to-appeal-wto-panel-report-on-canadian-softwood-lumber.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, today issued the following statement regarding the United States decision to appeal the World Trade Organization (WTO) panel report on U.S. countervailing duties on Canadian softwood lumber:

Global Affairs Canada2020-09-28T10:33:04-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/09/media-freedom-coalitions-executive-group-statement-concerning-media-freedom-in-belarus.html

The undersigned members of the Media Freedom Coalition’s Executive Group express their concern about continued attacks on media freedom surrounding the August 9, 2020, presidential election in Belarus.

Global Affairs Canada2020-09-24T08:50:28-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/09/minister-ng-and-g20-trade-ministers-meet-to-advance-recovery-of-global-trade-and-investment.html

The G20 ministers committed to ensuring the rules-based international trading system, with the World Trade Organization (WTO) at its core, is stable and predictable and that everyone—including small businesses and women entrepreneurs—can access the benefits of trade.

Global Affairs Canada2020-09-22T16:47:19-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/09/joint-statement-on-internet-shutdowns-in-belarus.html

We, the signatories, are deeply troubled by and condemn the recently reported and ongoing use of partial and complete Internet shutdowns, as well as targeted content blocking, by the Government of Belarus in the aftermath of the fraudulent 2020 Belarusian presidential elections. Shutdowns and blocking or filtering of services unjustifiably limit the rights of peaceful assembly and freedoms of association and expression, especially when they lack procedural fairness and transparency. In conjunction with restrictive measures and intimidation employed against opposition candidates and the mass arrests and detentions of Belarusian civil society members and journalists, actions to limit access to the Internet, including social media and other digital communication platforms, further erode civic space. We will continue to stand with the people of Belarus, who are making their voices heard in spite of these oppressive measures, and we are especially heartened by the critical and central role women are playing in calling for fairness and accountability.

Global Affairs Canada2020-09-22T15:57:32-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2020/09/reminder-of-travel-restrictions-to-canada-for-the-upcoming-holidays.html

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is reminding all travellers who are celebrating the upcoming holidays of Rosh Hashanah (September 18 to 20, 2020) and Yom Kippur (September 27 and 28, 2020), that travel restrictions are still in place at all Canadian international border crossings including land, marine, air and rail ports of entry.

Canada Border Services Agency2020-09-17T13:02:21-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/09/g7-foreign-ministers-statement.html

We, the G7 foreign ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union, are united in condemning, in the strongest possible terms, the confirmed poisoning of Alexei Navalny.

Global Affairs Canada2020-09-08T15:46:13-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/09/canada-concerned-by-us-sanctions-imposed-on-international-criminal-court-officials.html

Global Affairs Canada today issued the following statement following the recent sanctions imposed by the United States on officials of the International Criminal Court (ICC): “On September 2, 2020, the United States imposed financial sanctions against Fatou Bensouda, Prosecutor of the ICC, and Phakiso Mochochoko, Head of the Jurisdiction, Complementarity and Cooperation Division in the Office of the Prosecutor. Other unidentified persons were added to the U.S. visa restriction list.

Global Affairs Canada2020-09-04T11:51:49-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/09/minister-of-foreign-affairs-to-attend-virtual-g20-foreign-ministers-extraordinary-meeting-strengthening-international-cooperation-across-borders.html

The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that he will attend a virtual G20 Foreign Ministers’ Extraordinary Meeting on September 3, 2020.

Global Affairs Canada2020-09-02T10:33:34-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/09/announcement-of-new-diplomatic-appointments.html

The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointments:

Global Affairs Canada2020-09-01T16:19:17-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/09/biographical-notes.html

Biographical notes - Sylvain Fabi, André François Giroux

Global Affairs Canada2020-09-01T11:58:22-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2020/08/travel-restrictions-to-canada-remain-in-place-for-september-long-weekend.html

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is reminding all travellers ahead of the upcoming Labour Day long weekend that travel restrictions are still in place at all Canadian international border crossings.

Canada Border Services Agency2020-08-31T13:59:28-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/08/joint-declaration-of-support-for-democratic-transition-in-venezuela.html

We, a group of concerned countries including members of the Lima Group, the International Contact Group, the European Union, the United States, and others, call upon all Venezuelans, of all ideological tendencies and party affiliations, whether civilian or military, to put the interests of Venezuela above politics and engage urgently in support of a process shaped and driven by Venezuelans to establish an inclusive transitional government that will lead the country into free and fair presidential elections, sooner not later.

Global Affairs Canada2021-10-18T12:46:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/08/statement-on-the-erosion-of-rights-in-hong-kong.html

“We, the foreign ministers of Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the United States Secretary of State, are gravely concerned by the Hong Kong government’s unjust disqualification of candidates and disproportionate postponement of Legislative Council elections.”

Global Affairs Canada2020-08-09T10:03:34-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2020/07/travel-restrictions-to-canada-remain-in-place-for-august-long-weekend.html

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is reminding all travellers ahead of the upcoming August 3, 2020, Civic Holiday and long weekend, travel restrictions are still in place at all Canadian international border crossings.

Canada Border Services Agency2020-07-30T13:00:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2020/07/covid-19-stricter-rules-for-foreign-nationals-transiting-through-canada-to-alaska.html

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is announcing that as of July 31, 2020, at 12:01 am PDT stricter rules and additional entry conditions will be imposed on travellers transiting through Canada to Alaska for a non-discretionary purpose.

Canada Border Services Agency2020-07-30T12:13:05-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/07/joint-statement-by-the-honourable-francois-philippe-champagne-minister-of-foreign-affairs-and-the-honourable-harjit-sajjan-minister-of-national-def.html

The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Harjit Sajjan, Minister of National Defence, today issued the following statement: “In these challenging times, it is all the more important to defend our own health care organizations, national interest, and that of our allies, the United Kingdom and the United States, from malicious state actors attempting to steal information and intellectual property.

Global Affairs Canada2020-07-17T11:18:59-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2020/07/covid-19-additional-temporary-service-reductions-at-select-canadian-ports-of-entry.html

Further to announcements made on April 15 and May 12, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is temporarily reducing service hours at additional land, air, and marine ports of entry (POE) in addition to deferring seasonal opening hours at select POEs. These COVID-19 related measures are temporary and in effect as of July 3, 2020, at 11:59 pm EDT. They will remain in effect until further notice.

Canada Border Services Agency2020-07-03T14:14:28-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2020/06/travel-restrictions-to-canada-remain-in-place-for-july-holidays.html

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is reminding all travellers, ahead of the July 1 (Canada) and July 4 (United States) holidays, that travel restrictions are still in place at all Canadian international border crossings.

Canada Border Services Agency2020-06-30T14:12:39-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/grain-commission/news/2020/06/canada-grain-act-amendments-implemented-for-2020-21-crop-year-as-cusma-comes-into-effect.html

Canada Grain Act amendments implemented for 2020-21 crop year as CUSMA comes into effect

Canadian Grain Commission2020-06-23T12:21:31-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/06/g7-foreign-ministers-statement-on-hong-kong.html

We, the Foreign Ministers of the United States, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the High Representative of the European Union underscore our grave concern regarding China’s decision to impose a national security law on Hong Kong.

Global Affairs Canada2020-06-17T18:58:34-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/06/minister-champagne-travels-to-new-york-ahead-of-vote-for-un-security-council.html

The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will travel on an official mission to New York on June 13 ahead of the vote on Canada’s bid for a seat on the United Nations Security Council.

Global Affairs Canada2020-06-12T12:59:08-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2020/06/changes-to-travel-restrictions-for-immediate-family-members-of-canadian-citizens-and-permanent-residents.html

The Government of Canada remains committed to protecting the health and safety of Canadians and reducing the spread of COVID-19 in Canada. The Government recognizes however that the temporary border measures put in place to fight the spread of COVID-19, while necessary, have created challenges for some families.

Canada Border Services Agency2020-06-08T10:01:46-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2020/06/covid19-cbsa-reminds-recreational-boaters-that-now-is-not-the-time-to-be-crossing-the-border-for-discretionary-reasons.html

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) reminds all boaters that crossing the border for recreation or tourism is currently prohibited.

Canada Border Services Agency2020-06-05T11:56:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/06/readout-minister-champagne-speaks-to-counterparts-from-australia-new-zealand-the-united-kingdom-and-the-united-states.html

The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today spoke with his counterparts from Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the United States.

Global Affairs Canada2020-06-01T18:25:04-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/05/joint-statement-on-hong-kong--canada-us-uk-and-australia.html

“Signatories to this statement reiterate our deep concern regarding Beijing’s decision to impose a national security law in Hong Kong.

Global Affairs Canada2020-05-28T10:37:12-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2020/05/covid-19-temporary-suspension-of-service-at-four-falls-new-brunswick-land-border-crossing1.html

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) today announced the temporary suspension of service at the Four Falls, New Brunswick port of entry (POE) along the Canada-United States land border.

Canada Border Services Agency2020-06-03T15:03:32-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/05/readout-minister-ng-meets-virtually-with-g20-international-trade-counterparts-to-coordinate-economic-action-plan.html

To support businesses and workers, and lay the foundation for an inclusive and sustainable economic recovery that benefits everyone, the G20 ministers agreed to a range of short- and long-term steps designed to keep trade flowing and global supply chains open.

Global Affairs Canada2020-05-19T14:58:35-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/05/statement-on-joint-collaboration-by-apec-members-amid-covid-19-pandemic.html

Today, Canada and the other 20 countries in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation [APEC] endorsed a statement committing to mitigate the economic impacts caused by COVID-19 and to plan for economic recovery—especially in developing countries.

Global Affairs Canada2020-06-03T15:51:30-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/05/statement-by-the-media-freedom-coalition-on-world-press-freedom-day.html

Today, we celebrate the fundamental principles of press freedom around the world.

Global Affairs Canada2020-05-03T10:23:44-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/04/statement-on-joint-wto-efforts-to-ensure-open-and-predictable-trade-for-food-and-agricultural-products-amid-covid-19.html

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, today issued the following statement: “As countries take action to respond to the impacts of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), it is imperative that trade remains open and predictable to ensure people in Canada and around the world can access the food and essential goods they need.

Global Affairs Canada2020-06-17T14:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/04/readout-minister-of-foreign-affairs-speaks-with-us-secretary-of-state.html

The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today spoke with Mike Pompeo, U.S. Secretary of State.

Global Affairs Canada2020-04-06T15:22:28-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2020/04/updated---cbsa-is-helping-canadians-get-home.html

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is prepared to help Canadians who have been outside of Canada for an extended period and are heeding the advice of the Government of Canada to return home.

Canada Border Services Agency2020-04-06T11:09:57-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/04/minister-champagne-to-participate-in-nato-foreign-ministers-meeting.html

The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that he will participate in the NATO Foreign Ministers’ Meeting on April 2, 2020. The meeting will be conducted by video conference.

Global Affairs Canada2020-04-01T10:18:47-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2020/03/cbsa-is-helping-canadians-get-home.html

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is prepared to help Canadians who have been outside of Canada for an extended period and are heeding the advice of the Government of Canada to return home.

Canada Border Services Agency2020-03-21T16:34:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/03/government-of-canada-repatriates-canadians-from-grand-princess-cruise-ship.html

The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Health, and the Honourable Harjit Sajjan, Minister of National Defence, today announced that the plane secured by the Government of Canada to repatriate Canadians who were aboard the Grand Princess cruise ship has arrived in Canada from the United States.

Global Affairs Canada2020-06-03T15:39:55-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/03/minister-of-foreign-affairs-and-minister-of-health-to-provide-an-update-on-the-consular-situation-on-the-grand-princess-cruise-ship.html

The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Health, and Dr. Theresa Tam, Chief Public Health Officer (CPHO), will provide an update on the consular situation on the Grand Princess cruise ship.

Global Affairs Canada2020-03-08T22:19:44-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/03/government-of-canada-evacuating-canadians-on-board-grand-princess-cruise-ship.html

Government of Canada evacuating Canadians on board Grand Princess cruise ship

Global Affairs Canada2020-06-03T15:39:01-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/02/address-by-minister-of-foreign-affairs-to-the-montreal-council-on-foreign-relations.html

CETA [Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement]—our free trade agreement with the European Union—had just entered into force, thanks to the foresight of Pierre-Marc Johnson, former premier of Quebec. We had also just signed the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement. And today, as you know, we are finalizing the ratification of the new NAFTA.

Global Affairs Canada2020-02-21T14:43:05-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/01/statement-by-foreign-minister-on-the-release-of-us-middle-east-peace-plan.html

The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “Canada remains committed to the goal of achieving a comprehensive, just and lasting peace in the Middle East. This includes the creation of a Palestinian state living side by side in peace and security with Israel and ensuring Israel’s security within its own borders.

Global Affairs Canada2020-01-28T22:26:25-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/01/readout-minister-champagne-speaks-to-his-us-counterpart.html

Today, Minister Champagne spoke to his US counterpart, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo.

Global Affairs Canada2020-01-10T15:10:22-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2019/09/canadian-delegation-to-attend-74th-session-of-united-nations-general-assembly.html

Global Affairs Canada today announced that Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Marta Morgan will lead a Canadian delegation to New York from September 23 to 27, 2019 to attend the 74th session of the United Nations General Assembly.

Global Affairs Canada2019-09-21T09:19:19-04:00