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Canada · Economy and diplomacyCanada · Economy and diplomacy
International Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu said Canada is optimistic about concluding a comprehensive economic partnership agreement with India by the end of 2026. Indian negotiators are expected in Canada next month, with energy, nuclear cooperation and critical-mineral investment among the priorities. No agreement has been signed.
Canada · Diplomacy & tradeCanada · Diplomacy & trade
In an address to the European Parliament, Mark Carney proposed Canadian participation in the EU's Erasmus+ student exchange and next-generation Horizon research programs. This is still a negotiating proposal, not approved membership, while the broader ‘associate member’ framework also remains undefined.
Canada · EconomyCanada · Economy
The September 16 summary explains the Bank's September 2 decision to hold its policy rate at 2.25%.
Ottawa · Municipal electionOttawa · Municipal election
Ottawa's Elections Office says eligible voters have until 4:30 p.m. on September 15 to apply for a special mail-in ballot for the 2026 municipal election. Approved voter kits are expected to be mailed during the week of September 21.
Canada · DefenceCanada · Defence
Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced that Canada formally applied to join the UK-led Joint Expeditionary Force. The application has been submitted, but Canada is not yet a member.
Canada · Ontario · Housing & constructionCanada · Ontario · Housing & construction
Statistics Canada's September 16 release puts national permit value at C$12.2 billion and Ontario's at C$4.6 billion.
Canada · MarketsCanada · Markets
Some foreign TSX-listed companies with substantial Canadian economic ties may qualify for Canadian indices from December 21.
Canada · United StatesCanada · United States
The U.S. plans to adjust Irish whiskey tariffs, but no exemption has been announced for Canadian alcohol.
Canada · Work & immigration policyCanada · Work & immigration policy
A new temporary public policy lets foreign nationals with a valid Canadian work permit take a course or program lasting six months or less without a separate study permit. The exemption ends when the work permit or policy expires, whichever comes first.
