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Speech from the Throne outlines government’s agenda for better, stronger, safer Canada based on five core priorities (October 2007)

A special reason to celebrate The year 2007 marks 55 years of Canada's official presence in Finland. The two countries originally entered into diplomatic relations in 1949, but the first Canadian legation to Finland was established in Sweden. Ambassador Thomas Archibald was then accredited as Canada's envoy to Finland, resident in Stockholm. In 1952, a Canadian legation was opened in Helsinki; the first chargé d'affaires—a diplomatic official who temporarily takes the place of an ambassador—was Thomas Wainman-Wood. Canada's first ambassador to Finland was John Harrison Cleveland (1961–64).

Huston at the Turku Book Fair Canada is the featured country at the Turku Book Fair this year. On October 6, Canadian author Nancy Huston will discuss her latest work, Lignes de Faille; the Finnish translation, Syntymämerkki, was published in Finland this September. Huston will also contribute to a seminar on Canadian women writers. Other Canadian highlights include a discussion of L.M. Montgomery’s life and works, a festive—and humorous—poetry battle between four countries, and a seminar on Finnish immigrants in Canada.

Looking for mining opportunities? FEM 2007, the sixth annual Fennoscandian Mining and Exploration conference, is one of the largest European events in its field. The Canadian Embassy extends an invitation to Canadian mining companies to join others who are successfully exploring the Fennoscandian shield of Northern Europe. The conference takes place in Rovaniemi, November 27–29. Please contact Trade Commissioner Seppo Vihersaari for more information on Canadian representation at FEM 2007.

Going to Canada? Every year, over 90,000 people from around the world enter Canada to work temporarily in jobs that help Canadian employers address skill shortages. Most temporary jobs require a work permit; however, business visitors whose main source of payment and main place of business are outside Canada do not usually need a work permit. Going to Canada offers more detailed information on working in Canada. The Web site also features advice on studying in Canada and tips for those planning to visit the country.

Four steps to success abroad Trade commissioner Andrée Cooligan from the Canadian Embassy in Helsinki provides tips for Canadian companies on doing business abroad—successfully. This usually requires a local business partner or agent because few Canadian companies have the resources to launch branch offices in foreign markets. So how do you find such a representative? In short: clearly define what you are looking for, do the research, go into the field to discover the environment and evaluate potential partners, and be prepared to answer some questions yourself.

Trade between neighbours The Nordic countries are linked to Canada by growing business ties and a mutual respect for innovation, fair business practices and intellectual property. One of the wealthiest regions in the world, the Nordic countries make an excellent test market for Canadian companies: a safe gateway to the wider European market. Similarly, Canada can serve as a gateway for Nordic companies to the North American market. Canadexport takes a look at trade and investment opportunities with Canada's northern neighbours in a special issue.

Nordics lead phone revolution The business landscape in the Nordic region is changing dramatically, creating new opportunities for Canadians. Canadian leaders in information and communications technology find world-class partners in the Nordic countries. "With broadband services becoming more common at work and home, consumers are getting into more advanced, high-capacity mobile services," says Johan Nyman, a trade commissioner at the Canadian Embassy in Helsinki. Embassy News >>

Nordic success in life sciences The Nordic region ranks as one of the world’s largest and fastest growing markets for life sciences. Partnerships with the Nordic pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry offer Canadian exporters an opportunity to profit from this dynamic sector. "The Nordic countries spend more than most other countries on research and development, much of it in the field of health and life sciences," says Seppo Vihersaari, a trade commissioner at the Canadian Embassy in Finland. Embassy News >>

Mining booms in the Nordics The Nordic region is experiencing a mining boom as the industry reaps the benefits of strong metal prices and high demand for raw materials. As a result, mining opportunities abound for Canadian exporters and investors. "The industry here is at the forefront of technological changes to improve automation and productivity while reducing costs," says Seppo Vihersaari, a trade commissioner at the the Canadian Embassy in Helsinki. Embassy News >>

Are your corporate secrets safe? Companies run a greater risk of corporate espionage today more than ever. Ruthless competition in the global market has driven an increase in electronic spying, and modern information technology offers corporate spies an array of new tools to secretly steal information from company networks. While electronic precautions do not always guard against human error, companies can protect themselves by regularly checking that their security functions work properly.

Good reasons to study in Canada One of the most popular destinations for study abroad, Canada ranks among the world leaders in quality of education. But Canadian education is not only competitive in quality: the low cost of study is further accentuated by the low cost of living. Canadian universities and colleges offer more than 10,000 degree programs leading to internationally recognized qualifications. Students have a diversity of fields, institution types and environments to choose from. Considering study in Canada?

Canadian news from Brussels The Mission of Canada to the European Union regularly distributes two electronic newsletters—Canada Bulletin, a newsletter on current Canadian developments that are of interest to both EU citizens and decision makers, and Canada Flash, which delivers press releases and fast-breaking news from Canada. Visit the Mission of Canada newsroom to read the current issue and archives of Canada Bulletin as well as the latest headlines from Canada Flash.

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