Toronto, ON – Mar 1, 2026 Dear Friend, The Government of Canada has officially launched Canada’s first Defence Industrial Strategy, led by Prime Minister Mark Carney, alongside the Honourable David McGuinty and the Honourable Mélanie Joly. This landmark strategy is designed to strengthen Canada’s sovereignty, modernize our...
How the U.S. Supreme Court's Ruling Will Shape Canada's Economic FutureToronto, ON – Feb 21, 2026Dear Friend,The U.S. Supreme Court struck down tariffs imposed by President Trump under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), ruling that the act does not authorize the president to...
Toronto, ON – January 18, 2026Dear Friend, Good morning in January 20th 2026, Prime Minister Mark Carney delivered a high-profile speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, shortly after signing a "landmark strategic partnership" with China. These developments have created a complex landscape...
Toronto, ON – January 18, 2026 –Dear Friend,Key Updates on Canada-China Trade Agreements: Implications for Your Business Prime Minister Mark Carney’s recent visit to China marks a pivotal moment in Canada-China relations, with significant agreements that will impact various industries. GTA Strategies is here to...
Toronto, ON – January 17, 2026 – Trans-Plan Engineering, a Toronto-based leader in mobility analytics, is proud to announce a groundbreaking achievement in transportation engineering. The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has validated the core patent claims for Trans-Plan’s flagship technology, ViewsAI, solidifying...
Toronto, ON – Chinanews.com interview with Jim Karygiannis can be accessed at this link: https://www.ecns.cn/m/video/2025-11-17/detail-ihexemqz9464042.shtml Jim Karygiannis, former member of the House of Commons of Canada, noted during an interview that he has visited China more than 50 times.He said China offers broad development opportunities and is...
Toronto, ON – GTA Strategies is proud to announce its latest milestone in global expansion with the opening of its European satellite office in Athens, Greece. This strategic move comes at a pivotal time as Canadian businesses seek to establish a stronger presence in...
We want to share an overview of how the recently announced summary of Ontario's 2025 Fall Economic Statement and how it addresses the province's economic challenges. Key HighlightsDeficit and Economic OutlookOntario's deficit for 2025-26 is projected at $13.5 billion, an improvement from the $14.6 billion...
We want to share an overview of how the recently announced federal budget by Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government may impact several key sectors, including housing and construction, manufacturing, meat processing, telecommunications, agriculture, hospitality, and cultural community grants. Housing and Construction The budget emphasizes infrastructure...
Impact on Future Homebuilding and Opportunities Toronto – On October 14, 2025, the federal government, in partnership with the City of Toronto, announced a landmark investment in housing and infrastructure to address Canada’s housing crisis and support the growing population in the Greater Toronto Area....
Toronto – Opportunity to Provide Feedback on Proposed Changes to the Ontario Building Code for Rapid Transit Stations Dear Friend, The Ministry is proposing amendments to the Ontario Building Code related to Rapid Transit Stations, specifically Section 3.13. These changes aim to support faster construction...
AURORA – This past Saturday, import and logistics company Aero Future Canada attended the Central York Fire Services Open House to introduce an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) designed to fight wildfires, a first in Canada. The event drew in thousands of people from around the...
Dear Friend,We hope this email finds you well. Today marks the return of the Members of Parliament to Ottawa as the House of Commons begins its fall session. Following the spring election and a brief sitting of Parliament, this session promises to be pivotal,...
Dear Friend,An important announcement from the federal government that marks a significant step forward in addressing Canada’s housing crisis. Prime Minister Mark Carney has officially launched Build Canada Homes, a new federal agency dedicated to accelerating the construction of affordable housing across the country. ...
Sectoral Support InitiativesA 60-day review of the Electric Vehicle Availability Standard (EVAS) will relieve Canadian automakers from additional burdens, with the standard not applying to the 2026 model year.New financing options will be available for small and medium-sized businesses impacted by tariffs, increasing loan limits...
Report: Canada to Remove Retaliatory Tariffs on CUSMA-Compliant U.S. GoodsOn August 22, 2025, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the removal of retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods covered under the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA), effective September 1, 2025. This decision comes as part of ongoing efforts...