Policy Agenda
Relations between Ireland and Canada continue to strengthen following the establishment of Consulates General in Vancouver and Toronto under the Global Ireland 2025 programme. Strong Enterprise Ireland, IDA Ireland and Tourism Ireland presence in the region is supporting increased trade, educational and cultural links as well as ongoing high-level political engagement between the two countries.
Department of Foreign Affairs, Press Release, March 2024
Policy Manifesto
Providing a Transatlantic Voice for the Ireland Canada Business Community
Transatlantic Trade and Investment
Maximize the strength of the Irish Canadian economy and deliver on its potential as a driver for business in both countries.
Financial Services
Be at the forefront of promoting aligned and coordinated regulatory systems in financial services.
CETA
Help to further drive the ratification of CETA.
Ireland as Location for Canadian investment
Secure Ireland’s reputation for providing a stable and competitive business environment for Canadian investment through showcasing the success of our Members.
Infrastructure
Continue to lobby the airlines to deliver additional regional connectivity between Ireland and Canada.
Global Talent
Promote recognition in both countries of professional and third level qualifications to allow Irish and Canadian citizens leverage their education to work to their potential in both countries.