Announcements & Events

Find out about what Canada is doing to make itself North America's most attractive destination for global business and investment.
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June 25, 2010
Minister Van Loan Promotes Canadian Economy and Technologies at G-20 Summit
The Honourable Peter Van Loan, Minister of International Trade, today showcased Canadian innovations and leading-edge technologies during a tour of Canadian business displays at the Experience Canada pavilion in Toronto, Ontario.
June 22, 2010
Resisting Protectionism, Promoting Free Trade on Eve of G-8 and G-20 Summits
The Honourable Peter Van Loan, Minister of International Trade, today called for increased focus on free and open trade, pointing to the Canada-United States relationship as an example of a free trade success story. The Minister delivered this message to
June 01, 2010
Minister Van Loan Touts Canadian Economy on World Stage
The Honourable Peter Van Loan, Minister of International Trade, today in Shanghai announced Invest in Canada Week to attract foreign direct investment. The investment week will take place at the Canada Pavilion in October, during the Expo 2010 Shanghai Ch
May 12, 2010
PREMIERS LEAD NEW WEST PARTNERSHIP ASIAN TRADE MISSION
Saskatchewan Premier Brad Wall, British Columbia Premier Gordon Campbell and Alberta Premier Ed Stelmach will lead a joint trade mission to China and Japan to promote trade and commerce opportunities between Western Canada and Asia.
May 06, 2010
Minister Van Loan Concludes Successful Visit to Sweden
The Honourable Peter Van Loan, Minister of International Trade, today wrapped up his visit to Sweden, where he met with senior government officials and key business leaders to enhance business opportunities between the two countries and promote Canada-EU
March 25, 2010
PRIME MINISTER STEPHEN HARPER HIGHLIGHTS
LONDON, ONTARIO – Prime Minister Stephen Harper today welcomed Kongsberg Defence and Aerospace’s decision to create jobs and invest in Canada by opening a new manufacturing facility in London, Ontario. The Prime Minister was joined by Tony Clement, Minis
March 25, 2010
NEW KONGSBERG FACILITY IN LONDON, ONTARIO
Kongsberg’s new investment in Canada is related to a new product within the Protector family of products. Kongsberg has identified a need to develop a product with a larger remotely-operated turret containing a 25-50 mm cannon. Kongsberg expects to do k
March 13, 2010
Minister of Finance to Promote Canada’s Competitive Edge to Investors in US, UK and Ireland
The Honourable Jim Flaherty, Minister of Finance, will highlight how Canada is leading the way in the global economy during visits to New York, London and Dublin next week.
February 27, 2010
Minister Van Loan Says Canada Wins Gold with Global Business Leaders
More than Olympic athletes will be returning home from Vancouver on Monday with a first-place impression of Canada, says the Honourable Peter Van Loan, Minister of International Trade, at the conclusion of the Global Business Leaders Initiative.
February 22, 2010
Minister Van Loan Promotes Canada to Global Business Leaders
Canada’s competitive advantages and economic strengths will take to the podium today when the Honourable Peter Van Loan, Minister of International Trade, hosts foreign CEOs and potential investors at the Global Business Leaders Day in Vancouver.
February 18, 2010
Press Release
Agfa HealthCare Breaks Ground in Waterloo; Bolstering Investment in Healthcare IT Innovation
Agfa HealthCare announces new facility to support research & development, commercialization of healthcare technology and drive job creation
February 16, 2010
Minister Van Loan Marks Coming-into-Force of Canada-U.S. Agreement Waiving Buy American Provisions
The Honourable Peter Van Loan, Minister of International Trade, today made the following statement to mark the implementation of the Canada-U.S. agreement on government procurement.
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