Canada–EU Talks Are Moving Forward — Now Is The Time For Canadian Business To Speak Up

Toronto, ON – September 26, 2026

On October 29–30, 2026, Canadian and European leaders will meet in Montreal for the next Canada–EU Summit.

That gives us only a few weeks to ensure Canadian business priorities are heard before the next major round of discussions.

Canada and the European Union are considering a much deeper economic and strategic relationship — potentially creating new opportunities in:

• European market access and exports
• Government and defence procurement
• Investment and supply chains
• Critical minerals and energy
• AI, technology and advanced manufacturing
• Construction and professional services
• Digital trade and financial services

Canada is already the first non-European country participating in the EU’s SAFE defence initiative, and discussions are expanding into other areas of trade and economic cooperation.

Before The October Summit, We Want To Hear From You

What does your business need from a closer relationship with Europe?

What barriers should Canada push to remove?

What European markets could your company enter?

What procurement, investment or partnership opportunities should Canada pursue?

And what concerns should Ottawa address?

Join Our Canada–EU Business Dialogue

GTA Strategies is organizing virtual business roundtables before the October 29–30 Summit.

We want to bring together Canadian business owners, manufacturers, exporters, construction companies, technology firms, professional services, industry associations and other stakeholders.

We will compile the ideas, concerns and recommendations we receive and communicate them to the Prime Minister and appropriate federal ministers and officials ahead of the Summit.

There is no cost to participate.

The October meetings are approaching quickly.

If Canadian business wants to help shape what Canada seeks from a deeper relationship with Europe, the time to speak is before the talks — not after the decisions are made.

To participate in an upcoming virtual discussion or submit your recommendations:

We look forward to hearing from you.