News - 2002
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December 23, 2002
December 20, 2002
December 19, 2002
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Combating Bribery of Foreign Public Officials
Read the Report to Parliament on the implementation of the Convention on Combating Bribery of Foreign Public Officials in International Business Transactions (the Convention) and the enforcement of the Corruption of Foreign Public Officials Act...
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U.S. Trade Remedy Law: The Canadian Experience
Second Edition - 1985-2000
This study describes U.S. anti-dumping, countervailing, and safeguard legislation in addition to outlining Canada's experience with U.S. trade remedy laws in cases brought against Canadian products...
December 16, 2002
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A fable for businesses
In anticipation of this festive period and of the New Year, this special edition of Stories of the Week is devoted to Canadian companies whose sagas are not unlike our fable, and whose products have found a place on the foreign markets: orange scented soaps, sweaters made of musk-ox down, fine ice-wines, trend-setting giftware and maple- and blueberry-flavoured teas...
December 12, 2002
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Reports on the Trade and Development Roundtables
Held in June-July 2002 from the Atlantic to Pacific coasts
These brief breakfast or lunch meetings were organized to encourage a wide-ranging discussion on the key points of the "Doha Development Agenda," the agreement signed at the WTO ministerial meeting at Doha, Qatar in November of 2001...
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Informal meeting of Trade Ministers
Held in Sydney, Australia, November 14-15, 2002
Minister Pettigrew attended this informal meeting. Read our brief report to learn more...
December 10, 2002
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Reminder: Open Invitation to Civil Society in FTAA Participating Countries
The FTAA Committee of Government Representatives on Civil Society reminds citizens of its open and permanent invitation to civil society to provide written submissions on issues of relevance to the FTAA. This invitation can be found through a link in our FTAA section, which also provides information on the draft text, Canada's positions and proposals and additional background information.
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Do you know about the e-leads system?
Together with Industry Canada, the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade has developed an electronic business leads system called e-leads. This week's, Stories of the Week section features Canadian companies that have subscribed to e-leads and are glad they did!...
December 3, 2002
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Initial Environmental Assessment of Trade Negotiations:
Another Way of Furthering the Cause of Sustainable Development
On November 22, 2002, Minister for International Trade Pierre Pettigrew and Environment Minister David Anderson released the Initial Environmental Assessment of the World Trade Organization (WTO) Negotiations launched in Doha, Qatar, in November 2001. This week's Stories of the Week is dedicated to Canadian companies whose area of expertise is the environment....
Novembre 27, 2002
November 26, 2002
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NAFTA Chapter 11 on Investment
Pope & Talbot v. Government of Canada
On November 26, 2002, the Tribunal issued its final award on costs. This decision marks the end of a legal process which began in 1999.
On November 22, 2002, the Government of Canada released its Initial Environmental Assessment of the World Trade Organization (WTO) negotiations launched at Doha in November 2001. Read the report and submit your comments by January 22, 2003....
Novembre 22, 2002
November 19, 2002
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Canada Clearly Seeking to Forge Closer Ties with Africa
Over 100 delegates representing Canadian companies and organizations have left on a Trade Mission to Africa that will take them first to South Africa, then to Nigeria and Senegal. This week's Stories of the Week features Canadian companies that have conquered markets in Nigeria, other parts of West Africa, and South Africa...
November 18, 2002
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NAFTA Chapter 11 on Investment
Pope & Talbot v. Government of Canada
Following the amended confidentiality order signed by the Pope & Talbot tribunal on September 17, 2002, thereby making a considerable amount of information available to the public, a first tranche of submissions were released on November 18, 2002 on the department's website following consultations with Pope & Talbot. These submissions consist of parties' written arguments submitted to the Pope & Talbot tribunal throughout the various stages of this case...
November 13, 2002
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FTAA: Agricultural and Non-Agricultural Market Access
The Government of Canada is seeking the views of Canadians on market access issues related to agricultural and non-agricultural products in the current Free Trade Area of the Americas (FTAA) negotiations. The Government invites all interested parties to submit their views and comments by noon November 29, 2002. Learn more about this consultation...
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Trade Mission to Sub-Saharan Africa
More than 70 Canadian companies have decided to take part in this mission, seeing sub-Saharan Africa not only as a developing area, but also as an area rich in opportunities for Canadian goods and services. This week, Stories of the Week highlights Canadian companies that have been doing business in sub-Saharan Africa for some time now, along with others that will be joining the trade mission, confident that sub-Saharan Africa holds opportunities for them.
November 4, 2002
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Canada to Hold Public Consultations on Proposed Free Trade Agreements with Andean Countries and Dominican Republic
International Trade Minister Pierre Pettigrew today announced that the Government of Canada will hold broad and comprehensive consultations concerning the two proposed free trade deals, one with the Andean community (Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru and Venezuela) and one with the Dominican Republic.
Canada-Costa Rica Free Trade Agreement ensures balanced access to markets
Canadians doing business in Costa Rica have reason to be pleased: the Canada-Costa Rica Free Trade Agreement has come into effect. This week, Stories of the Week features Canadian companies doing business in Costa Rica, including one with over 20 years of experience in that country.
November 1, 2002
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FTAA Ministerial Meeting
An important phase in the FTAA negotiations was concluded today in Quito. To learn more, read the News Release and our Information Documents. Please note that the complete final statement from the Ministerial meeting and the second draft FTAA texts are also be available on this website.
Octobre 31, 2002
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Canada-Costa Rica Free Trade Agreement
On November 1, 2002, the Canada-Costa Rica Free Trade Agreement comes into force. The deal provides a balanced market access package that will bring significant benefits for both parties.
Canada-Chile Free Trade Agreement
Canada and Chile clarify Investment Provisions in Bilateral Free Trade Agreement. Read the News Release, the Notes of Interpretation and our brochure Canada and Chile: Five Years as Free Partners.
Free Trade Area of the Americas (FTAA)
North America Regional Seminar: Merida, Mexico, July 18, 2002
The Mexican Government hosted a regional seminar entitled "FTAA Opportunities and Challenges for North America", in Merida, on July 18, 2002. There were three panels on "Market Access/Agriculture', 'Services/Investment' and 'Transparency & Civil Society Participation in the FTAA processes'; each one was followed by an exchange among all participants attending the seminar. To learn more about the Seminar, read this summary.
Octobre 28, 2002
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"Strengthening Canada's Economic Links with the Americas"
Minister Pettigrew responds to Parliamentary Committee Report on Canada's Trade Agenda in the Americas. Read the News Release and and the Government Response.
Free Trade Area of the Americas: An Economic Vision for the Western Hemisphere
This week, Stories of the Week features companies that have demonstrated astute insight into the future of trade and have already broken into markets in the western hemisphere.
Octobre 21, 2002
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NAFTA Tribunal Awards Damages in S.D. Myers Case
To learn more, read the News Release, Backgrounder and the legal document "Second Partial Award".
The Free Trade Area of the Americas (FTAA): Toward Greater Access to Hemispheric Markets
The articles in Stories of the Week focus on Canadian firms that have made a name for themselves in one or more FTAA member countries, thanks either to their quality services or their innovative products.
APEC Meeting
Prime Minister Jean Chretien will lead a delegation to Los Cabos, Mexico from Oct.23 to 27, 2002, for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Meeting. The stability and growth of the Asia-Pacific region is of vital importance to the world economy.
Octobre 15, 2002
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2002 Canada Export Awards
What was the outstanding feature of the 2002 Canada Export Awards ceremony?
The excellence of Canadian companies in establishing themselves in foreign markets, increasing their profits and contributing to Canada's economic growth.
To learn more, read our Stories of the Week.
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NAFTA Chapter 11 on Investment
United Parcel Service of America, Inc. ("UPS") v. Government of Canada
A number of legal submissions regarding this case have been posted in our Dispute Settlement section, including transcripts of the July 29-30, 2002, Hearings on Jurisdictional Objections.
Octobre 11, 2002
Octobre 9, 2002
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Canada Export Award Winners
On October 7, Minister Pettigrew announced the winners of the prestigious Canada Export Awards. The awards highlight the success and achievements of Canadian companies doing business beyond Canada's borders. To learn more, read our Stories of the Week.
Octobre 8, 2002
Octobre 4, 2002
Octobre 3, 2002
Octobre 2, 2002
September 30, 2002
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Partnering with International Financial Institutions
Are you interested in development projects? Would you like to do business with an international financial institution? Canadian companies tell you how they did it, read our Stories of the Week to learn more.
September 27, 2002
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Canada Wins Key WTO Lumber Decision
"The WTO has found in favour of our position that the U.S. preliminary subsidy determination was flawed and disproves the methods of calculation. Today, the WTO is telling Canadians: you were right," Minister Pettigrew said. "This decision reinforces our position and injects increased optimism in our unified approach." Read more about this decision...
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2002 FTAA Ministerial Meeting
The Government of Ecuador will host the seventh FTAA Ministerial Meeting in Quito on November 1, 2002. Trade Ministers from the 34 FTAA member countries will meet to review the progress achieved to date and to give guidance to negotiators for the final phase of the negotiations. The Ministerial meeting will be preceded by the twelfth meeting of the FTAA Trade Negotiation Committee (TNC), which will take place on October 28-31, 2002, also in Quito. Other events are being held in Quito in parallel with the official meetings.
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Free Trade Area of the Americas (FTAA)
Draft Table of Contents
At the Buenos Aires Ministerial Meeting, Ministers mandated the Technical Committee on Institutional Issues (TCI), to "draft a proposal for an overall architecture of an FTAA Agreement...". The purpose of this proposal is to serve as a Table of Contents for the draft text of the Agreement to be presented to Ministers in Quito in November. The proposal identifies articles for inclusion in the FTAA Agreement, and aims to contribute to the development of the overall architecture of the agreement. Canada reserves the right to propose changes to this outline, and to make different proposals, during the course of negotiations.
September 23, 2002
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Young Entrepreneurs Make their Mark on Foreign Markets
Are you interested in development projects? Would you like to do business with an international financial institution? Canadian companies tell you how they did it, read our Stories of the Week to learn more.
September 5, 2002
August 19, 2002
August 16, 2002
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WTO Agreement on Government Procurement
We just posted in our section on Government Procurement the Submission by Canada on Modifications to Canada's Appendix 1 and Explanatory Note Regarding Canada's Annex 2, SubCentral Government Entities and Annex 3, Government Enterprises.
July 26, 2002
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Canada Wins Key WTO Lumber Dispute
On July 26, the World Trade Organization (WTO) ruled that U.S. duties on Canadian softwood lumber violate international trade rules. Read more about the ruling and what it means for the Canadian softwood lumber industry.
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Trade in Services
Transparency is a key element in the success of trade negotiations
The Government of Canada recently released descriptions of the requests for market access it is asking other countries to make in ongoing WTO services negotiations. Read an OpEd by Pierre Pettigrew, Minister for International Trade, on this key subject.
July 22, 2002
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Canada's Service Economy
The share of Canada's economy devoted to services is on the rise. In 1961, services accounted for 55 percent of Canada's gross domestic product (GDP). In 2002, this figure was just over 68 percent. The percentage of workers employed in services is also on the rise. Between 1961 and 2000, the services share of total employment increased from just over 54 percent to 74 percent.
Our Stories of the Week are being showcased on success stories involving the services sector.
July 18, 2002
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Summit of the Americas 2001
Round-Table with Non-Governmental Experts
On April 15, 2002, the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade organized a day of discussion to take stock of progress over the past year with regard to the Summit of the Americas process.
See our "FTAA Civil Society" section for the Report and additional information on this topic.
July 17, 2002
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Canada very pleased with WTO finding on Byrd Amendment
International Trade Minister Pierre Pettigrew welcomed the news today of the World Trade Organization (WTO) interim decision that the U.S. Byrd Amendment violates international trade law.
See our "Dispute Settlement" section for the News Release, Backgrounder and WTO documents.
July 15, 2002
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WTO: "Doha Round" - Invitation to submit comments on market access for non-agricultural products
The Government of Canada is seeking the views of Canadians on market access for non-agricultural products in the current "Doha Round" of World Trade Organization (WTO) negotiations. "Non-agricultural products" refers to the full range of "industrial" goods, including forest and fisheries products. The Government invites all interested parties to submit their views and comments by September 16, 2002. See the "Consultations with Canadians" section for more information and to send your comments.
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Negotiations under the General Agreement on Trade in Services (GATS)
To demonstrate the importance of these negotiations and the role of services in the Canadian economy, success stories involving the services sector are being showcased this week.
July 8, 2002
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Negotiations on Trade in Services (GATS)
Market Access Phase of the GATS Negotiations
The Government of Canada released a description of the requests for market access it is asking other WTO countries to make in ongoing services negotiations. The announcement is part of a continued effort to keep Canadians informed on the progress of trade negotiations. To this end, in April 2003 Canada will also make public the initial offer that will be presented to WTO Members in the services negotiations.
For further information on how the GATS works, Canada's negotiating position and answers to questions you may have and much more please see our "Trade in Services" section.
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Updates on WTO Negotiations
See our WTO section for information on the new round of negotiations at the World Trade Organization (WTO). Additional information on Canada and the WTO is also available in our series of publications.
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Trade - Beyond the 30-Second Sound Bite
Trade Policy Research - 2002
A volume of papers that provides an in-depth and thought-provoking look at trade issues. The papers deal with what are often contentious issues head on in an attempt to add to the public debate and understanding of trade.
June 27, 2002
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Market Access for Least Developed Countries (LDC)
Prime Minister Jean Chrétien announced at the G8 Summit that Canada will extend duty free and quota free access to imports from 48 of the world's least developed countries (LDCs).
June 24, 2002
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Canadian Companies Increasing their Presence in Africa
During the Kananaskis Summit on June 26 and 27, the G8 leaders will be discussing the Africa Action Plan that aims to sustain economic growth on the African continent. Over the coming weeks, the Stories of the Week will feature Canadian Companies doing businesses in Africa.
Stories of the Week - June 24, 2002
June 21, 2002
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North America Regional Seminar on the Free Trade Area of the Americas (FTAA): Merida, Mexico, July 18, 2002.
See the details in our Civil Society section.
June 14, 2002
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"Strengthening Canada's Economic Links with the Americas"
A Report of the House of Commons' Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and International Trade based on public hearings held from January to April 2002, as well as a fact finding trip in five Latin American countries (Costa Rica, Chile, Peru, Brazil and Colombia) in early May 2002.
June 13, 2002
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Consultation Paper on WTO Subsidies and Trade Remedies Negotiations
This paper is meant to elicit the views of Canadians in the identification of issues and proposals that will form the Canadian negotiating position for the World Trade Organization (WTO) trade remedies negotiations. The paper is organized into issues concerning the Agreement on Subsidies and Countervailing Measures (ASCM), issues concerning the Anti-Dumping Agreement (ADA) and issues that are common to both agreements.
See the Notice and Paper released by Finance Canada for additional information.
(Comments on this proposal should be forwarded to the address set out in that notice no later than July 15, 2002).
June 13, 2002
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M. Pettigrew Welcomes Release of Public Consultations Report on Market Access for Least Developed Countries
See the "Consultations with Canadians" section for the News Release and the results of this public consultation which was held from March 30 until May 2, 2002.
June 10, 2002
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WTO - Strategic Environmental Assessment of the new World Trade Organization (WTO) negotiations
The Government of Canada is conducting an environmental assessment of the new World Trade Organization (WTO) negotiations launched at Doha in November 2001, and invites all interested parties to submit their comments on the likely and significant environmental impacts on Canada of these negotiations by July 31, 2002.
See the "Consultations with Canadians" section for the details
May 31, 2002
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NAFTA Tribunal Awards Minimal Damages to Pope & Talbot
See our section "Dispute Settlement" for the News Release and a copy of the Award on Damages.
May 29, 2002
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Canada-Chile Free Trade Agreement (CCFTA) - Proposal for CCFTA Rules of Origin Changes
The purpose of this notice is to seek views regarding a proposal related to the rules of origin requirements under the Canada-Chile Free Trade Agreement (CCFTA). See the "Consultations with Canadians" section for the details.
May 28, 2002
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The NAFTA at Eight
Eight years ago, Canada, the U.S.and Mexico formed the world's largest free trade area under the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). A report entitled, NAFTA at Eight: A Foundation for Economic Growth, provides a detailed overview of its benefits.
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Trade Mission to Mexico - June 2 to 6, 2002
See our "Trade and the Canadian Economy" section for the details and view success stories of Canadian companies doing business in Mexico.
May 27, 2002
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Softwood Lumber Dispute
The Canadian government has announced funding for an industry-led awareness campaign in the U.S on the impact of punitive U.S. softwood duties, and enhanced advocacy to combat growing U.S. trade protectionism.
See our Softwood Lumber section for the News Release and Backgrounders, as well as additional information on this dispute.
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Consultations with the Municipalities
Reply to the Federation of Canadian Municipalities on International Trade Agreements
This document is a reply to questions set out in the FCM document Municipal Questions Respecting Trade Agreements. It is also pursuant to the discussions of the joint Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) - Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade (DFAIT) working group on international trade.
May 23, 2002
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2002 - International Trade - The Views of Canadians
The 2002 annual survey on international trade shows that the majority of Canadians feel that international trade has made a significant contribution to the growth of the Canadian economy and to job creation over the past ten years. They also believe that Canada can do more to help developing countries. See our "Consultations with Canadians" section for the News Release, a Backgrounder and the results of the Survey.
May 9, 2002
May 2, 2002
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Canadian Trade and Investment Strong Despite Global Uncertainty
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Trade Update 2002 - Annual Report on Canada's State of Trade
Canada performed well in trade and investment in 2001 despite global economic uncertainty and the interruption of trade due to the September 11 terrorist attacks, concludes the Trade Update 2002 report released by International Trade Minister Pierre Pettigrew.
May 1st, 2002
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Trade - Beyond the 30-Second Sound Bite
Trade Policy Research - 2002
A volume of papers that provides an in-depth and thought-provoking look at trade issues. The papers deal with what are often contentious issues head on in an attempt to add to the public debate and understanding of trade.
April 26, 2002
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Canadian Companies Concluded Business Deals in India
The Trade Mission to India represents an important step in Canada's re-engagement with India and is the first mission involving a private sector delegation. See our Stories of the Week - April 26, 2002
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Canadians to Attend Public Symposium on WTO
The Doha Development Agenda and Beyond
Geneva - April 29-May 1, 2002
See the News Release and the List of Canadian Participants
April 19, 2002
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Canada-Israel Free Trade Agreement (CIFTA) - Proposal for CIFTA Rules of Origin Changes
See the "Consultations with Canadians" section for more information. Please note that the deadline to provide comments is May 15, 2002.
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North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) - Chapter 11 Arbitrations
Pope & Talbot Inc. v. Government of Canada
You will find in our "Dispute Settlement" page the legal document Ruling Concerning the Investor's Motion to Change the Place of Arbitration and the Letter from the Tribunal.
April 18, 2002
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Canadian Businesses Go After the World's Twelfth Largest Economy
Trade Mission to India - April 21 - 26, 2002
This week Stories of the Week features Canadian firms that participated in previous Team Canada trade missions and have joined this new mission to India.
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OECD Forum on Trade in Educational Services
May 23-24, 2002 - Washington, D.C.
See our "Events of Interest" section for the details.
April 16, 2002
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Market Access Report Outlines Canada's Trade Priorities
The report, Opening Doors to the World: Canada's International Market Access Priorities-2002, sets out the initiatives the government will pursue and details specific obstacles to be tackled in various markets. The report also highlights the government's trade accomplishments for 2001.
April 11, 2002
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Canadian Businesses Go After the World's Twelfth Largest Economy
Trade Mission to India (April 21-26), is an ideal opportunity for Canadian businesses to take advantage of exceptional networking prospects and to benefit from the numerous possibilities this country offers in terms of both trade and investment. This week, Stories of the Week features the travel diary of team members of the 1996 Trade Mission to India who obviously had a good trip, bringing back much more than just wonderful memories.
April 8, 2002
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Conference on NAFTA Chapter 11 on Investment - January 2002
The Centre for Trade Policy and Law of Carleton University held in January a conference on NAFTA Chapter 11, sponsored by the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, Industry Canada and the Department of Finance. Consult our "NAFTA - Chapter 11" section for the results of the conference and additional information.
April 7, 2002
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WTO Public Symposium: The Doha Development Agenda and Beyond
Geneva - April 29-May 1, 2002
The Symposium's three-day program will focus on the challenges and opportunities of the Doha Development Agenda. See our "Events of Interest" section for additional information and registration details.
March 27, 2002
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Canada Seeks Citizens' Views on Trade with Least Developed Countries
The government of Canada is consulting Canadians on proposals to help the world's least developed countries by removing tariffs and quotas on most of the products they sell to Canada. The Government is seeking the views of parties, such as key industry sectors, non-governmental organizations, and interested citizens, on the proposals, including any economic or social impact the proposed action might have.
See our "Consultations with Canadians" page for more information.
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Strategic Environmental Assessment of the Free Trade Area of the Americas (FTAA)
The Government of Canada is conducting an environmental assessment of the Free Trade Area of the Americas (FTAA) and invites all interested parties to submit their comments on the likely environmental impact on Canada of this free trade agreement by May 14, 2002.
See our "Consultations with Canadians" page for additinal information on this consultation.
March 20, 2002
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Canadian Companies Making Connections in Russia and Germany
Now that the Team Canada 2002 trade mission to Russia and Germany is over, many may be wondering what the payoff might be for the more than 290 Canadian companies and government organizations that took part in the mission. This week's series focuses on Canadian companies specializing in the agriculture and agri-food industry.
March 10, 2002
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Canada contributes $1.3 million in Trade-Related Assistance to Developing Countries
Canada, through the Canadian International Development Agency, will provide the World Trade Organization's (WTO) Global Trust Fund with $1 million. The fund is intended to support specific commitments made at the last WTO Ministerial in November 2001 in Doha, Qatar.
See the News Release and additional information in the "Trade and Development" section.
March 5, 2002
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Canada Welcomes U.S. Steel Decision
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The decision ends eight months of uncertainty for Canadian steel producers and means that Canadian exports will continue to flow unimpeded to U.S. customers. See the News Release and Backgrounder.
March 4, 2002
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Overview of China's Accession to the WTO
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In joining the WTO on December 11, 2001, China made commitments in two broad areas: the liberalization of access for imported goods and services; and acceptance of the WTO's internationally negotiated agreements on the regulation and administration of international trade, including the fundamental principles of most-favoured-nation treatment and national treatment. You will find in our "Canada and China" section this new document which summarizes the terms of accession. It is intended for the information of Canadian exporters who are interested in understanding the scope of the implications of China's WTO accession.
February 19, 2002
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Canada Will Not Appeal WTO Report in Aircraft Dispute
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See our "Dispute Settlement" page for the News Release, a Backgrounder and additional information about this case.
February 15, 2002
February 11, 2002
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Team Canada 2002 in Russia and Germany - Canadian Companies Specializing in the Aerospace and Oceanographic Industry
Over the next few weeks, the Stories of the Week column will feature Canadian companies involved in trade in both the German and Russian markets. TThis week's series focuses on Canadian companies specializing in the Aerospace and Oceanographic Industry.
February 5, 2002
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China's Accession to the WTO - Legislation Tabled
Minister for International Trade Pierre Pettigrew today introduced legislation in the House of Commons that will allow Canada to enjoy all the advantages of China's accession to the World Trade Organization (WTO).
See our section "Canada and China" for further information.
February 4, 2002
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Team Canada 2002 in Russia and Germany - Canadian Companies Specializing in the Oil and Gas Industry
Over the next few weeks, the Stories of the Week column will feature Canadian companies involved in trade in both the German and Russian markets. This week's series focuses on Canadian companies specializing in the oil and gas industry.
January 28, 2002
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WTO Issues Final Report in Aircraft dispute
The report follows on Canada's decision to match Brazil's proposed unfair financing to Air Wisconsin for the purchase of regional jets. "The WTO final report confirms that Canada's export financing programs meet our international obligations", said Mr. Pettigrew.
See our "Dispute Settlement" page for the News Release, a Backgrounder, the Panel Report and additional information on the dispute.
January 22, 2002
January 21, 2002
January 18, 2002
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China's Accession to the WTO - Schedule of Goods Commitment
Please note that this Schedule is now available in our section "Canada and China".
January 16, 2002
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Canada Helps Spearhead Historic Agreement on Environmental Standards
Canada has been at the heart of efforts by the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) to conclude a multilateral framework for the environmental review of official export credit activities. For the News Release and additional information, see our section on "Environment".
January 14, 2002
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Electronic commerce: a revolution in the business world
See our Stories of the Week for more details.
January 7, 2002
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