Free trade areas

Canadian Home Buyers Continue to Catch their Breath in the Third Quarter of 2018

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Tuesday, October 16, 2018
International trade, Americas, Canada–United States trade relations, Economy of North America, Free trade agreements of Canada, Free trade areas, Trade blocs, Economy, United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement, Soper

Meanwhile, the Greater Montreal Area saw the highest year-over-year home price appreciation rate of the three largest Canadian metropolitan areas studied.

Key Points: 
  • Meanwhile, the Greater Montreal Area saw the highest year-over-year home price appreciation rate of the three largest Canadian metropolitan areas studied.
  • "I am concerned that the slower market will cause housing supply issues to be shuffled aside for other priorities," Soper continued.
  • Widely seen as a good outcome for the Canadian economy, the USMCA is expected to be signed into law before year end.
  • The Canadian economy is on solid footing, although 2018 is staged to see a lower expansion rate when compared to last year.

Government of Canada secures new access in key ASEAN markets

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Monday, October 15, 2018
Association of Southeast Asian Nations, Trade agreement, Free trade areas, Trade blocs, Economy, World economy, International trade, ASEAN–India Free Trade Area

OTTAWA, Oct. 15, 2018 /CNW/ -Expanding and diversifying Canada's trade with emerging markets such as those in the ASEAN region through trade agreements and increased market access is a priority for the Government of Canada.

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  • OTTAWA, Oct. 15, 2018 /CNW/ -Expanding and diversifying Canada's trade with emerging markets such as those in the ASEAN region through trade agreements and increased market access is a priority for the Government of Canada.
  • Today, the Government of Canada announced new market access for live cattle exports to the Philippines, as well as sheep and goat genetics exports to Indonesia and the Philippines.
  • The Government of Canada is working hard to help the sector build on its competitive strengths and to increase our market access internationally.
  • "Increasing trade with fast-growing and dynamic markets such as those in the ASEAN region is an important part of our government's trade diversification strategy.

CAPC Statement of Support for United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement

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Thursday, October 11, 2018
International trade, Americas, Economy, Canada–United States trade relations, Economy of North America, Free trade agreements of Canada, Free trade areas, Trade blocs, North American Free Trade Agreement, Chrystia Freeland, United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement, CAPC

OTTAWA, Oct. 11, 2018 /CNW/ -Don Walker, CEO of Magna International and Canadian Automotive Partnership Council (CAPC) Chairman: "On behalf of CAPC, we applaud the efforts of the US, Mexico and Canada for their commitment to work together and modernize the original NAFTA agreement.Specifically noteworthy is how Chrystia Freeland demonstrated extraordinary leadership for Canada's negotiating team in what were perhaps the most challenging economic discussions to date.As a result, we believe the new USMCA tentative agreement has the potential to offer stability and competitiveness to all three countries and the automotive industry."

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, Oct. 11, 2018 /CNW/ -Don Walker, CEO of Magna International and Canadian Automotive Partnership Council (CAPC) Chairman: "On behalf of CAPC, we applaud the efforts of the US, Mexico and Canada for their commitment to work together and modernize the original NAFTA agreement.Specifically noteworthy is how Chrystia Freeland demonstrated extraordinary leadership for Canada's negotiating team in what were perhaps the most challenging economic discussions to date.As a result, we believe the new USMCA tentative agreement has the potential to offer stability and competitiveness to all three countries and the automotive industry."
  • The Canadian Automotive Partnership Council (CAPC) is an industry-led organization whose mandate is to address the key competitiveness issues facing the Canadian automotive industry.
  • Membership comprises the CEOs of Canada's five automotive assemblers, CEOs of Canada's leading parts suppliers, representatives from labour, academia, and aftermarket and dealer associations, as well as federal, Ontario and Quebec industry ministers.

Minister Hajdu highlights the importance of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) and benefits to Canadian workers

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Wednesday, October 10, 2018
International trade, Trade blocs, Americas, Economy, Canada–United States trade relations, Economy of North America, Free trade agreements of Canada, Free trade areas, United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement, Affordable housing

Organized labour is critical to a strong middle class and to creating the kind of economic growth that benefits everyone.

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  • Organized labour is critical to a strong middle class and to creating the kind of economic growth that benefits everyone.
  • This means more good well-paying jobs for Canadians, and more affordable goods and services for Canadians.
  • "USMCA supports millions of middle-class jobs in Canada, Mexico and the United States.
  • It includes strong labour provisions that provide protections for workers and help businesses thrive in Canada and throughout North America."

Prime Minister of Canada welcomes new United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement

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Monday, October 1, 2018
Canada–United States trade relations, International relations, Americas, World, Free trade agreements of Canada, Free trade areas, French Quebecers, Canada, North American Free Trade Agreement, Trade agreement, Justin Trudeau, Canada–Mexico relations

OTTAWA, Oct. 1, 2018 /CNW/ -The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today welcomed an agreement-in-principle between Canada, the United States, and Mexico on a modernized trade agreement the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) that will create good, wellpaying, middle class jobs, strengthen economic ties, and expand Canada's trade in North America.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, Oct. 1, 2018 /CNW/ -The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today welcomed an agreement-in-principle between Canada, the United States, and Mexico on a modernized trade agreement the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) that will create good, wellpaying, middle class jobs, strengthen economic ties, and expand Canada's trade in North America.
  • Canada has successfully preserved key elements of the original NAFTA, while building on the agreement to expand opportunity and improve protections for workers across North America.
  • The Government of Canada will continue to engage with North American partners to finalize the details of an agreement that benefits all Canadians.
  • Canada is respectively the second- and fifth-largest merchandise trading partner of the United States and Mexico, and the largest export market for the United States.