Canada and the World in the 21st Century

What happens beyond our borders is having a greater impact on our lives than ever before. This makes our engagement with the world increasingly important to our well-being today and into the future.

This Web site is designed to provide information, views, and analysis on the key issues that touch on Canada's role in the international community. It describes the foundations of Canada's international policy and provides you with insights into new policy thinking.

The site is managed by the Strategic Policy Branch of Foreign Affairs Canada. Strategic Policy Branch is responsible for providing advice on international policy to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, the department, and to other parts of the Government of Canada. It also carries out research on international issues and trends that affect Canadians. Strategic Policy Branch also supports external research carried out by individuals and institutions outside of government on international policy issues.