Welcome to CanadaEuropa

canadaeuropa.gc.ca is the Web site of the European bureau of Foreign Affairs Canada (FAC). This Web site provides information about Canada's role within Europe and our rich diplomatic and trade relations with the countries of the European region.

What's New

Canada condemns sentencing of Beluarusian youth activist (November 2, 2006)

Canada and France commit to remembering Veterans' Valour: The agreement will help both countries in the planning, development and facilitation of commemorative initiatives around 20th century conflicts. (October 25, 2006)

Minister MacKay welcomes progress in Northern Ireland (October 13, 2006)

Inauguration of the Museum of French Emigration to Canada: The Museum is a site of memories, but its mission is also to develop ties between French citizens—be they from Perche or elsewhere—and their North American descendants.

Transportation of nuclear submaries on a heavy lift ship:
Canada and Russia recently completed a world first in transporting fuelled nuclear submarines as dry cargo on the deck of a specialized heavy lift ship.
Join the Discussion on Non-proliferation, Arms Control and Disarmament - open from September 25 - December 1, 2006.

Eyes Abroad

News, information and reports from our Embassies, High Commissions and Consulates in the region.

• Canada and Norway Sign Youth Mobility Memorandum of Understanding: This MoU will allow Canadians and Norwegians between the ages of 18 and 35 to have new opportunities to engage in short-term employment in support of their career development, to complete internships and co-operative education work terms, and to participate in working holidays in each of our countries. (October 30, 2006).
• Canada-Italy Youth Mobility Memorandum of Understanding: This MoU establishes a Working Holiday Program that will allow young Canadians and Italians between the ages of 18 and 35 to travel and work on an occasional basis in each other's countries for up to six months.