The Prime Minister's Visit to Washington, D.C
On April 29 and 30, Prime Minister Martin visited Washington, D.C., accompanied by Ministers Graham and Peterson. Read more about the visit and Canada's relationship with the United States.

Softwood Lumber Update
Minister Peterson welcomed a NAFTA panel report that found, for the second time, that the U.S. International Trade Commission threat of injury determination was flawed and inconsistent with U.S. law.

Southern Africa Teeming with Opportunity
The southern African region presents opportunities in untapped markets for Canadian products and services. Find out more about what this region has to offer to Canadian exporters.

Opening Doors to the World
Minister Peterson has released Opening Doors to the World: Canada's International Market Access Priorities - 2004, an annual report that outlines Canada's strategy for improving access to foreign markets.

Canada and China: People and Partnerships
Connections between Canada and China have grown enormously since our two countries established diplomatic relations in 1970. Find out more about our innovative partnerships in diplomacy, development and trade.

Stories of the Week
Read our Stories of the Week, a weekly feature that profiles innovative Canadian companies and their successes in markets around the world. This week's focus is on Canadian Film and Animation.

Going Abroad? Get the Facts.
Security conditions can change unexpectedly around the world. Learn everything you need to know about the country you plan to visit from our Travel Reports on more than 225 destinations.

Investing in Canada
International Trade Canada's Investment Partnerships Canada is the government's one-stop centre for investment services. Let us show you why investing in Canada makes good business sense!

Softwood Lumber Update
International Trade Minister Jim Peterson announced that Canada has requested WTO consultations with the United States regarding individual countervailing duty rates for Canadian exporters of softwood lumber.

Africa's Economies: On the Move
Canadian companies are discovering the wealth of opportunities that exist in sub-Saharan Africa. Read this CanadExport article and find out what Africa has to offer.

Stories of the Week
Read our Stories of the Week, a weekly feature that profiles innovative Canadian companies and their successes in markets around the world. This week's focus is on the Southeast United States.

Trade Update 2004
In a speech before the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, Minister Peterson highlighted Canada's trade and investment resilience and released Trade Update 2004: Fifth Annual Report on Canada's State of Trade.

Passport Application Tips
It's peak season at the Passport Office: read about important tips to help reduce line ups and wait times at passport offices in the Greater Toronto Area.

Stories of the Week
Read our Stories of the Week, a weekly feature that profiles innovative Canadian companies and their successes in markets around the world. This week's focus is on Brazil.

Trade Commissioners @ GLOBE 2004
More than 60 Trade Commissioners will be available to meet with Canadian companies on March 31 and April 1, at the GLOBE 2004 Trade Fair and Conference on Business and the Environment in Vancouver.

Canadian Culture on the World Stage
Canadian artists convey a sense of our values and interests through writing, music, dance, theatre and the visual arts. In this feature article, find out where in the world your favourite Canadian artists are performing.