U.S.-Canada Relations – Friends, Partners, Allies
For more than 150 years, the United States and Canada have worked together to advance shared priorities for the benefit of the American and Canadian people.
Read More» U.S. Ambassador to Canada David L. Cohen welcomes Greater Philadelphia Trade Delegation to Ottawa
U.S. Ambassador to Canada David L. Cohen is excited to welcome on July 19 a delegation of business leaders to Ottawa from his hometown of Philadelphia.
Read More» Readout of USTR Katherine Tai’s Meeting with Canadian Minister of International Trade Mary Ng
May 5, 2022 Readout of Ambassador Katherine Tai’s Meeting with Canadian Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development Mary Ng OTTAWA – United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai met today with Canada’s Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development Mary Ng to discuss ways to strengthen the …
Read More» Remarks from USTR Katherine Tai at a Press Conference with Canadian Minister of International Trade Mary Ng
May 5, 2022 Remarks from Ambassador Katherine Tai at a Press Conference with Canadian Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, Mary Ng WASHINGTON – United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai today delivered remarks at a joint press conference with Canadian Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic …
Read More» Mexico, the United States, and Canada Joint Statement on the First USMCA Deputies Meeting
“Today, Mexico, the United States, and Canada held the first-ever meeting of Deputies under the USMCA.”
Read More» READOUT OF AMBASSADOR JAYME WHITE’S VIRTUAL MEETING WITH CANADA’S DEPUTY MINISTER OF INTERNATIONAL TRADE DAVID MORRISON
Deputy United States Trade Representative Jayme White today held a virtual meeting with Canada’s Deputy Minister of International Trade, David Morrison, ahead of the first United States – Mexico – Canada Agreement (USMCA) Deputies Meeting.
Read More» Joint Readout on Cooperation between the U.S. Department of Commerce and Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
The Secretary and Minister outlined a work plan to build back better together by increasing cross-border collaboration and advancing post-COVID-19 economic recovery efforts.
Read More» READOUT OF AMBASSADOR KATHERINE TAI’S MEETING WITH CANADA’S MINISTER FOR SMALL BUSINESS, EXPORT PROMOTION, AND INTERNATIONAL TRADE, MARY NG
Ambassador Tai and Minister Ng discussed the importance of the multilateral trading system, areas of potential cooperation for a successful MC12, and the need for action to combat the challenges posed by non-market economies.
Read More» United States and Canada Forge Ahead on Critical Minerals Cooperation
The United States and Canada hosted the third U.S.-Canada Critical Minerals Working Group meeting on July 28, co-chaired by U.S. Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Western Hemisphere Affairs, Laura Lochman, and Assistant Deputy Minister of the Land and Minerals Sector of Natural Resources Canada, Jeff Labonté.
Read More» U.S.-Canada Joint Statement on Gordie Howe International Bridge
Read the U.S.-Canada Joint Statement on the Gordie Howe International Bridge.
Read More» Statement from Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on USTR Request for USMCA Dispute Settlement Panel on Canada Dairy Tariff-Rate Quota Administration
Today, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative made a request to initiate a dispute settlement panel under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) to challenge Canada’s allocation of dairy tariff-rate quotas (TRQs)
Read More» United States Advances First USMCA Dispute Panel To Enforce Canada’s Dairy Commitments
USMCA Dispute Aims to Ensure Canada Administers Its Dairy TRQs Fairly, Benefitting U.S. Dairy Farmers, Workers, and Exporters
Read More» Trilateral Statement of the USMCA Free Trade Agreement
“Today the United States, Canada, and Mexico held the first-ever USMCA FTC meeting. While this renewed Agreement is less than a year old, our countries are neighbors and friends, and have a longstanding shared history built on mutual respect and cooperation.”
Read More» Remarks of Ambassador Katherine Tai Opening the First USMCA Free Trade Commission
Opening remarks from USTR Ambassador Katherine Tai at the First USMCA Free Trade Commission.
Read More» Readout of Ambassador Katherine Tai’s Virtual Meeting with Canada’s Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion, and International Trade
United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai today held a virtual meeting with Canada’s Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, Mary Ng, on the eve of the first Free Trade Commission meeting of the United States – Mexico – Canada Agreement (USMCA).
Read More» United States to Host First USMCA Free Trade Commission
The Office of the United States Trade Representative today announced that Ambassador Katherine Tai will host the inaugural Free Trade Commission (FTC) of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) on May 17-18, 2021.
Read More» Secretary Michael R. Pompeo’s Call with Canadian Deputy Prime Minister Freeland
Secretary Michael R. Pompeo spoke today with Canadian Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland.
Read More» Entry into Force of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement
Today marks a landmark achievement for the countries of North America to increase manufacturing and investment in our region.
Read More» Ambassador Lighthizer Celebrates USMCA’s Entry Into Force Today
The USMCA contains significant improvements and modernized approaches that will deliver more jobs, stronger worker protections, expanded market access, and greater opportunities to trade for companies large and small.
Read More» Statement by Chargé d’Affaires Richard Mills on U.S.-Canada Cooperation on COVID-19
The United States appreciates Canada’s close and constant cooperation regarding the management of the border during this unprecedented crisis.
Read More» Travel Restrictions Fact Sheet
March 21, 2020 – The United States will temporarily limit inbound land border crossings from Canada and Mexico to “essential travel”.
Read More» U.S.-Canada Joint Initiative: Temporary Restriction of Travelers Crossing the U.S.-Canada Land Border for Non-Essential Purposes
As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the United States and Canada are temporarily restricting all non-essential travel across its borders.
Read More» COVID-19 Information – Canada
The U.S. Embassy and Consulate Generals are closely monitoring the current situation in Canada.
Read More» U.S. Commerce Official Discusses USMCA, 5G During Roundtable with Canadian, U.S. Executives
U.S. Commerce Official Discusses USMCA, 5G During Roundtable with Canadian, U.S. Executives
Read More» Ambassador Lighthizer Delivers Remarks at USMCA Signing
United States Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer delivered the following remarks today at a White House event.
Read More» President Trump Initiates a New Chapter in Trade Policy by Signing into Law the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement
Today, the President of the United States signed into law the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA).
Read More» U.S. Senate Passage of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement
Today, the United States Senate passed the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement, also known as the USMCA, bringing us one step closer to fulfilling President Trump’s promise to modernize and update trade agreements.
Read More» Milestone marked by U.S. House of Representatives: Passage of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement
Through instruments like the USMCA, we will continue to promote prosperity for the people of our three nations through free, fair, and reciprocal trade.
Read More» Ambassador Lighthizer Issues Statement on House Passage of the USMCA
United States Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer issued the following statement on December 19, 2019.
Read More» On the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement
Statement by Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo
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Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo And Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland At a Press Availability
August 22, 2019 – Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo And Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland At a Press Availability
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Secretary Pompeo’s Meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau
August 22, 2019 – Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo met with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau today in Ottawa, Canada.
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Canada and the United States: Strengthening Our Alliance
The Secretary will travel to Ottawa, Canada, on August 22, where he will meet with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland to discuss our strong bilateral relationship and ways to broaden and deepen our economic and security ties.
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United States and Canada Implement Preclearance Agreement
“Preclearance strengthens economic competitiveness and mutual security, and benefits travelers by expediting their clearance into the U.S. before they ever leave Canada,” said Acting Secretary Kevin K. McAleenan.
Read More» Vice President Mike Pence to Travel to Canada
Vice President Mike Pence will travel to Ottawa, Canada on behalf of President Donald Trump on Thursday, May 30th.
Read More» United States Announces Deal with Canada and Mexico to Lift Retaliatory Tariffs
The agreement provides for aggressive monitoring and a mechanism to prevent surges in imports of steel and aluminum.
Read More» Expand to the U.S. Workshop in Ogdensburg, N.Y.
Join us in Ogdensburg on May 7, 2019.
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Remarks by President Trump, Prime Minister Trudeau, and President Peña Nieto at Signing Ceremony for the USMCA
Remarks by President Trump, Prime Minister Trudeau of Canada, and President Peña Nieto of Mexico at Signing Ceremony for the United States—Mexico—Canada Agreement Palacio Duhau – Park Hyatt Buenos Aires Buenos Aires, Argentina 9:24 A.M. AST PRESIDENT TRUMP: Thank you very much. We’re gathered together this afternoon for a very historic occasion: The signing …
Read More» Ambassador Craft’s Remarks at AmCham Canada’s Thanksgiving Celebration
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Read More» Joint Statement from United States Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer and Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Chrystia Freeland
Today, Canada and the United States reached an agreement, alongside Mexico, on a new, modernized trade agreement for the 21st Century: the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA).
Read More» Remarks delivered by Ambassador Craft at the Gordie Howe International Bridge Groundbreaking
Remarks delivered by U.S. Ambassador to Canada Kelly Craft at the Gordie Howe International Bridge Groundbreaking
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Remarks by Ambassador Craft at the Empire Club of Canada
April 4, 2018 Remarks delivered by U.S. Ambassador to Canada Kelly Craft at the Empire Club luncheon in Toronto As Prepared for Delivery Thank you. As I look out into this audience I would be remiss not to note one of your great figures is missing — Peter Munk is not among us today. His …
Read More» Statement of USTR Robert Lighthizer at the Closing of the Seventh Round of NAFTA Renegotiations
Statement of USTR Robert Lighthizer at the Closing of the Seventh Round of NAFTA Renegotiations As Delivered March 5, 2018 Mexico City, Mexico Ambassador Lighthizer: Good Afternoon. Let me begin by commending Secretary Guajardo for a terrific job hosting this seventh round of negotiations here in Mexico City. It is a privilege to return to …
Read More» Closing Statement of USTR Robert Lighthizer at the Sixth Round of NAFTA Renegotiations
Closing Statement of USTR Robert Lighthizer at the Sixth Round of NAFTA Renegotiations As Delivered January 29, 2018 Montreal, Canada Ambassador Lighthizer: It is a pleasure to be here in Quebec. Montreal is one of the great cities of the world, and I have not been back in many years, and I’ve missed it. …
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Trilateral Statement on the Conclusion of the Second Round of NAFTA Negotiations
Washington, DC – On September 5, 2017, United States Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer, Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Chrystia Freeland and Mexican Secretary of the Economy Ildefonso Guajardo concluded the second round of the renegotiation and modernization of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) in Mexico City, Mexico. This concluded five days of meetings …
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Canadian Delegation Gearing Up for SelectUSA Investment Summit
Chargé d’Affaires Elizabeth Aubin today announced that 53 companies from a variety of industries across Canada will be travelling to Washington D.C. to participate in the SelectUSA Investment Summit (Summit), June 18-20.
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United States Secretary of the Treasury Meets With Canadian Ministers and Parliamentarians
United States Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin met with his Canadian counterpart Finance Minister Bill Morneau and a number of Canadian Ministers and parliamentarians today, on his first visit to Canada as Secretary.
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Department of Commerce Initiates Investigation of Imports of Civil Aircraft from Canada
Today, U.S. Department of Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross announced the initiation of new antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) investigations to determine whether imports of 100- to 150-seat civil aircraft (civil aircraft) from Canada are being unfairly dumped in the United States, and whether Canadian producers are receiving alleged unfair subsidies.
Read More» Notification of Intent to Renegotiate NAFTA
“With this letter, we intend to notify not just Congress, but all our trading partners, that free and fair trade is the new standard for U.S. trade deals.”
Read More» President Trump’s Call with Prime Minister Trudeau of Canada and President Peña Nieto of Mexico
Late this afternoon, President Donald J. Trump spoke with both President Peña Nieto of Mexico and Prime Minister Trudeau of Canada.
Read More» U.S. Department of Commerce Issues Affirmative Preliminary Countervailing Duty Determination on Softwood Lumber from Canada
Today, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross announced the preliminary determination in the countervailing duty (CVD) investigation of softwood lumber from Canada.
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Chargé d’Affaires Aubin celebrates 38 years of the California Wine Fair in Canada!
On March 31, U.S. Embassy Ottawa’s Chargé d’Affaires Elizabeth Aubin Moore joined trade representatives, media and consumers in celebrating the newest and best vintages of more than 75 California wineries at the California Wine Fair Ottawa, hosted by The Wine Institute.
Read More» Treasury Secretary Mnuchin’s Call with Canadian Finance Minister of Finance Morneau
U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin spoke by phone today with Canadian Minister of Finance Bill Morneau.
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Foreign Agricultural Service Celebrates 150 Years of U.S.-Canadian Agricultural Partnership
Yesterday, the USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service hosted a sensational reception at the National Capital Commission (NCC)’s International Pavilion celebrating 150 years of agricultural friendship between the United States and Canada. In her opening remarks, U.S. Embassy Ottawa Chargé d’Affaires Elizabeth Aubin Moore reinforced that farmers on both sides of the U.S. Canada border are committed …
Read More» United States Challenges Canadian Trade Measures That Discriminate Against U.S. Wine
United States Trade Representative Michael Froman announced today that the Obama Administration has launched a new trade enforcement action against Canada at the World Trade Organization (WTO).
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SelectUSA Success Story: Questor
A Calgary company is crediting SelectUSA for helping it expand into the United States.
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The United States and Canada: The Strength of Partnership
“Our exceptional and unique ties are rooted in a common border that stretches for 5,525 miles, over 200 years of closely interwoven history and culture, our largest economic relationship worldwide, our similar values.”
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Ambassador Heyman’s Opening Remarks at the SelectUSA Canada Conference
“Because the Summit has proven so popular, particularly among Quebec companies, we decided to conclude 2016 by organizing the U.S. Mission to Canada’s largest U.S. investment promotion event in Montreal!”
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Statement by Canada and the United States on Softwood Lumber
“While our engagement has yet to produce a new agreement, our governments will continue negotiations though the standstill period has expired.”
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Seed Businesses Saving Money Thanks to Canadian Trade Deal
Thanks to the close partnership between the USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), American seed growers and businesses are saving thousands of dollars each year in cross border transactions.
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United States and Canada Announce the 2016 Annual Work Plans
The United States and Canada continue to deepen our regulatory cooperation to enhance economic competitiveness while maintaining high standards when it comes to health, safety, and the environment.
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North American Leaders’ Summit Press Conference
“This is my fourth North American Leaders’ Summit, and the first that Canada is hosting in nearly a decade. And this reflects the new commitment that Prime Minister Trudeau has brought to our shared vision of a strong and integrated North America. “
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Joint Statement by the Prime Minister of Canada and the President
Given the great importance of the softwood lumber industry to the economies of the United States and Canada, on March 10, 2016, we instructed the United States Trade Representative and the Canadian Minister of International Trade to intensively explore all options and report back on the key features that would address the issue.
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North American Climate, Clean Energy, and Environment Partnership Action Plan
The North American Climate, Energy, and Environment Partnership was announced by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, President Barack Obama, and President Enrique Peña Nieto on June 29, 2016, at the North American Leaders Summit in Ottawa, Canada.
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Commerce Secretary to Join President Obama at the North American Leaders’ Summit
On Wednesday, June 29, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker will join President Obama in Canada at the North American Leaders’ Summit (NALS), hosted by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
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Secretary Kerry’s Remarks at the SelectUSA Summit
“When we do business together across borders, when our countries trade with each other and invest in each other’s markets and we each have more skin in the game, then our governments have even greater incentives to collaborate on a whole host of crucial issues.”
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2016 Global Entrepreneurship Summit Delegates from Canada
The Embassy of the United States in Ottawa announces that 12 Canadian participants have been selected as delegates to the Global Entrepreneurship Summit (GES), which will take place June 22-24, 2016 in Palo Alto, California.
Read More» Secretary Pritzker at the 2016 SelectUSA Investment Summit
“In just five years, SelectUSA has truly become an economic necessity.”
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Ambassador Heyman’s Remarks at the AmCham Canada SelectUSA Reception
“I’m proud to say that with our 108 delegates, Canada will have the second largest country delegation at this year’s SelectUSA Summit.”
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President Obama at the 2016 SelectUSA Investment Summit
“If you could choose any place and time to invest your business’s precious resources, I believe you’d choose right here, right now. If you choose a place to expand your portfolio, to place your bets, to open up a plant, to start building the next great new business or service, you would select the USA.”
Read More» Statement on the Softwood Lumber Negotiations
“The United States and Canada are committed to continuing negotiations in an effort to achieve a durable and equitable solution for North American softwood lumber producers, downstream industries and consumers.”
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2016 SelectUSA Investment Summit
“From June 19-21, I will be privileged to accompany a delegation of 108 Canadian business representatives to the 2016 SelectUSA Investment Summit in Washington, D.C.”
Read More» U.S. Ambassadors to Lead Investor Delegations to 2016 SelectUSA Investment Summit
Ambassador Bruce Heyman will be among the 22 U.S. Chiefs of Mission joining President Barack Obama, Secretary of State John Kerry, Commerce Secretary Penny Pritzker, and other administration officials at the 2016 SelectUSA Investment Summit June 20th and 21st in Washington, D.C.
Read More» EPA and PMRA Release New Harmonized Product Chemistry Templates
Under the umbrella of the United States–Canada Regulatory Cooperation Council (RCC) workplan, Health Canada’s Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) and the United States’ Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) developed harmonized product chemistry templates for use by registrants when submitting pesticide registration packages.
Read More» United States and Canada host Annual Regulatory Cooperation Council (RCC) Stakeholder Event
Over 400 regulators and stakeholders from the United States and Canada participated in the U.S.-Canada Regulatory Cooperation Council’s (RCC) annual meetings held May 4-5, 2016 in Washington, D.C.
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President Obama to Deliver Keynote at the 2016 SelectUSA Investment Summit
U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker announced today that President Barack Obama will host the 2016 SelectUSA Investment Summit and deliver the keynote address on Monday, June 20.
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2016 National Trade Estimate Report
The 2016 National Trade Estimate Report on Foreign Trade Barriers (NTE) is the 31st in an annual series that highlights significant foreign barriers to U.S. exports.
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Celebrating the Strength of the U.S.-Canada Economic Relationship
“Our neighbor to the north is one of the United States’ most important partners across a range of issues, including security, energy, and climate change.”
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Toronto Welcomes Automakers at CIAS 2016
Toronto opened its doors to one of the largest auto shows in Canada with some of the most exciting cars of the year on February 11, 2016.
Read More» Statement from U.S. Ambassador Bruce A. Heyman on Trans-Pacific Partnership Signing
U.S. Ambassador to Canada Bruce A. Heyman issued the following statement regarding today’s signing of the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement in Auckland, New Zealand: “Today the United States, Canada, and 10 other Pacific nations signed the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), a high-standard agreement that covers roughly 40 percent of global GDP and will enable North America’s economies …
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Registration Opens for the 2016 SelectUSA Investment Summit
The United States continues to be the premier investment destination for entrepreneurs and investors from all around the world. International companies are serious about committing to the U.S. market, evident by the overwhelmingly positive response to the last SelectUSA Investment Summit in March 2015. I am delighted to announce that registration is now open for the 2016 SelectUSA Investment Summit to be held …
Read More» Statement from Ambassador Bruce Heyman on Passage of Country of Origin Labeling Legislation
U.S. Ambassador to Canada Bruce A. Heyman today issued the following statement regarding the passage of legislation addressing country of origin labeling: “Today, President Obama signed legislation addressing Canada and Mexico’s concerns regarding country of origin labeling for beef and pork. This legislation brings the United States into compliance with WTO rules and represents the …
Read More» SelectUSA’s First-Ever Canada Conference
Republished from blog.trade.gov . Trade and investment are a crucial part of the United States’ global agenda. That’s been one of President Obama’s core messages from the beginning of his time in office, and it’s been the driving force behind many of his major international initiatives. It’s why he, along with Secretary of State John Kerry …
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Toronto Hosts First Edition of SelectUSA Canada Conference
The first edition of the SelectUSA Canada Conference, themed “Expanding for Growth,” took place in Toronto on Tuesday, November 17, 2015. Building on the success of the SelectUSA Investment Summit in Washington, D.C. last March, this conference was designed for Canadian companies of all kinds, from start-ups to well-established manufacturers, from a broad range of …
Read More» Commerce Secretary Pritzker to Focus on NA Economic Competitiveness During Upcoming Visit to Canada
Pritzker will travel to Ottawa to discuss the U.S.-Canada trade and commercial relationship in meetings with government leaders Will meet with Canadian and Mexican counterparts and business leaders in Toronto for annual North American Competitiveness and Innovation Conference U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker will travel to Ottawa on October 30 for meetings with Canadian …
Read More» TPA Open Letter to Congress
Ambassador Heyman joined with the 10 other U.S. Ambassadors to TPP countries in signing an Open Letter to Congress supporting the passage of a Trade Promotion Authority (TPA) bill. An Open Letter to Members of Congress >> Get Adobe Acrobat Reader
Read More» Canadians Head to Washington for IVLP on Transportation Safety and Security
Experts working in the field of transportation in Canada will visit Washington, D.C. and other U.S. cities from April 13 to May 1 as participants in an International Visitors’ Leadership Program (IVLP) looking at best practices for improving transportation safety and security. The program is organized by the U.S. Embassy in Ottawa and sponsored by …
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Commerce Secretary Trip Highlights Close US-Canada Trade Relationship
U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker arrived in Ottawa today for her first official visit to Canada. The two-day trip will include meetings and events in Ottawa and Toronto highlighting the close and vibrant economic relationship between the United States and Canada. In meetings with Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper, Minister of Industry James Moore and Minister of International Trade …
Read More» Wine Fair Brings Taste of California to Ottawa
The California Wine Fair, sponsored by the U.S. Mission to Canada and the U.S. Foreign Agricultural Service, stopped by the Westin Hotel in Ottawa for its 2014 Canadian Tour on April 4, 2014. Ambassador Bruce Heyman and his wife Vicki Heyman were among the many visitors to the trade section of the fair. They met …
Read More» Monthly U.S.-NAFTA Trade Exceeds $100 Billion for First Time
U.S. trade with its North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) partners Canada and Mexico in October 2013 was $103.1 billion, the U.S. Department of Transportation announced January 7th . That figure is up 4.5 percent from the value of NAFTA trade in October 2012 and marks the first month that it has exceeded $100 billion, according to freight …
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