Successful Caribbean Canadian Investment Summit and Trade Forum

The inaugural Caribbean Canadian Investment Summit and Trade Forum was recently held in Toronto. The high-level participation from the private sector and various governments in the Caribbean and Canada is a significant expression of the close links between us... and the scope we have to build more. The organizers are to be commended for this … Continue reading Successful Caribbean Canadian Investment Summit and Trade Forum

Canada’s Carney embraces EU associate membership proposal

September 17, 2026 by Jennifer Rankin After Trump describes the tie-up as ‘laughable’, PM says majority of Canadians support closer ties with bloc Mark Carney has welcomed the goal of Canada becoming the EU’s first associate member, calling for “deep cooperation” between Europe and his country to secure their sovereignty, after Donald Trump derided the … Continue reading Canada’s Carney embraces EU associate membership proposal

Panama Canal Restrictions Put Up to US$10 Billion of CARICOM Imports at Risk, CPSO Warns

Bridgetown, Barbados — Between US$8 billion and US$10 billion of the Caribbean Community’s (CARICOM’s) annual imports, roughly one quarter to one third of the Region’s non-fuel import bill are exposed to the transit restrictions now taking effect at the Panama Canal, according to preliminary analysis by the CARICOM Private Sector Organization (CPSO). The CPSO is advising … Continue reading Panama Canal Restrictions Put Up to US$10 Billion of CARICOM Imports at Risk, CPSO Warns

Beyond Borders: Converting the Canada Mission into trade, investment and lasting partnerships

Beyond Borders: Converting the Canada Mission into trade, investment and lasting partnerships.In this week’s Express Business – Chamber Matters, TT Chamber CEO Dr. Vashti Guyadeen reflects on the Canada Trade & Investment Mission 2026, held from August 27 to September 2.The mission brought together 25 participants across food and agriculture, tourism, technology, construction, professional services, … Continue reading Beyond Borders: Converting the Canada Mission into trade, investment and lasting partnerships

Carney warns of tough times ahead in video message as retaliatory tariffs kick in

Photo: Justin Tang, Canadian Press Nick Murray · The Canadian Press September 08, 2026 PM says pivot will come at a cost, but 'it doesn't come close to the cost of standing still' OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney is warning Canadians the country's pivot away from the United States will "come at a cost" — but insists … Continue reading Carney warns of tough times ahead in video message as retaliatory tariffs kick in

Canada-Guyana Business Forum, October 19, 2026

As part of the Canada–Guyana Trade Mission, the Canada–Guyana Chamber of Commerce invites business leaders, investors, entrepreneurs, and stakeholders to join us for a high-level Canada–Guyana Business Forum. The Forum will bring together prominent business leaders and government officials to explore emerging opportunities, strengthen commercial relationships, and identify pathways for investment, trade, and economic growth … Continue reading Canada-Guyana Business Forum, October 19, 2026

Trinidad & Tobago Minister of Trade Visits Canada to Advance New Partnerships

Honourable Satyakama Maharaj, Trinidad and Tobago’s Minister of Trade, Investment and Tourism and Rhonda McEwen, Canada Caribbean Institute Co-Chair. September 2, 2026 Honourable Satyakama Maharaj, Trinidad and Tobago’s Minister of Trade, Investment and Tourism, visited Canada over the weekend as part of the Canada Trade and Investment Mission 2026, an initiative led by the Trinidad … Continue reading Trinidad & Tobago Minister of Trade Visits Canada to Advance New Partnerships