Good morning! This is Queen Street Analytics' weekly roundup of regulatory developments, legislative discussions, political announcements and other government-related news concerning Canadian foreign policy, diplomacy, international relations, trade agreements, sanctions, and global affairs. Every Monday, we break down the most important updates in this space in under five minutes.

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Dates: 2025-11-09 to 2025-11-15

📋 In This Week's Newsletter

• 🇨🇦 Canadian Federal Government News
• 🗺️ Canadian Provincial Government News
• 📚 What We're Reading This Week

Canadian Federal Government News

Canada Hosts G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting and Issues Joint Statement

From November 11-12, 2025, Canada welcomed foreign ministers from the G7, the European Union, and invited partners—Brazil, India, Saudi Arabia, Mexico, South Korea, South Africa, and Ukraine—to Niagara Region for wide-ranging discussions on maritime security, critical minerals, economic resilience, and regional crises. The joint statement reaffirms unwavering support for Ukraine, with a call for an immediate ceasefire and reinforced economic measures against Russia and entities aiding its war efforts, including condemnation of military supplies to Russia by DPRK, Iran, and China. The statement welcomes steps towards leveraging immobilized Russian sovereign assets for Ukraine’s benefit and calls attention to recent attacks on energy infrastructure. It supports President Trump's Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza Conflict, including the recent ceasefire and release of hostages, and stresses urgency for humanitarian access in Gaza. On the Indo-Pacific, the G7 members oppose any unilateral changes to the status quo, including concerning maneuvers in the South China Sea and urge peaceful resolution of cross-Strait issues. The statement also denounces the DPRK’s nuclear activities and emphasizes the need for strategic contributions to UN resolutions, signals the launch of a Regional Maritime Security Initiative for Haiti and the Caribbean, and sets intentions for further coordinated efforts on hybrid threats and critical mineral supply chain resilience.

Sources: www.canada.ca

Minister Anand Announces Additional Sanctions Targeting Russian Energy and Military Capabilities

On November 12, 2025, Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand announced new sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations. Measures target 13 individuals and 11 entities—many involved with Russia’s drone programs—and for the first time include sanctions on cyber infrastructure suppliers tied to hybrid operations against Ukraine. The list features Russian liquified natural gas companies and 100 shadow fleet vessels. The latest sanctions align closely with recent moves by the US, EU, and UK, broadening pressure on Russian economic and military assets, particularly in energy and technology sectors.

Sources: www.canada.ca

Minister Anand Meets Bilaterally With Foreign Counterparts During G7

Minister Anand held several bilateral meetings in the Niagara Region with the foreign ministers of the United States, Ukraine, France, United Kingdom, Japan, India, and Italy. Discussions with Marco Rubio, US Secretary of State, touched on Indo-Pacific stability, Ukraine, Middle East peace, Haiti, and Arctic security. With Ukraine's Andrii Sybiha, the dialogue centered on sanctions expansion, energy security, and efforts to return Ukrainian children. France’s Jean-Noël Barrot and UK's Yvette Cooper discussed defense and trade collaboration, transatlantic security, and industrial partnerships. Japan’s Motegi Toshimitsu and Anand reviewed the Canada-Japan Action Plan, economic, and Indo-Pacific priorities. India’s Subrahmanyam Jaishankar visited for their third meeting in 2025, and Italy’s Antonio Tajani confirmed participation in Security Action for Europe (SAFE) and trade diversification. These engagements signal ongoing expansion of Canada's bilateral relations in security, energy, and trade.

Sources: www.canada.ca, www.canada.ca, www.canada.ca, www.canada.ca, www.canada.ca, www.canada.ca, www.canada.ca

Canada–EU Joint Ministerial Committee Advances Defence, Trade, and Digital Cooperation

The fourth Canada-European Union Joint Ministerial Committee met on November 11, 2025, in Niagara, addressing progress since the June 2025 summit. Key outcomes include advancing the Canada-EU Security and Defence Partnership, opportunities for Canadian defence industry participation in Europe's SAFE instrument, and collaboration on NATO-EU security challenges. The Committee launched initiatives in raw materials, nuclear cooperation, economic security, and announced progress toward a Digital Trade Agreement to supplement CETA. Canada and the EU reaffirm joint actions on Ukraine, maritime security, Arctic governance, Indo-Pacific engagement, hybrid threats, and modernization of WTO mechanisms.

Sources: www.canada.ca

India–Canada Ministerial Dialogue Reaffirms Trade and Investment Expansion

On November 13, 2025, Ministers Maninder Sidhu and Piyush Goyal held the 7th Ministerial Dialogue on Trade and Investment in New Delhi, noting bilateral trade in 2024 reached US$23.66 billion with goods trade up 10% year-over-year. They agreed to foster long-term supply chain partnerships, especially in critical minerals and clean energy, and to widen collaboration in aerospace, agriculture, and dual-use sectors. The dialogue addresses supply chain resilience and calls for sustained ministerial engagement with the trade and investment communities in both countries.

Sources: www.canada.ca

CSIS Director’s Annual Speech Addresses Foreign Interference, Espionage, and Security Threats

On November 13, Dan Rogers, Director of CSIS, delivered his annual address outlining challenges including violent extremism, foreign electoral interference, transnational repression, and espionage targeting government, private sector, and academia. Rogers described recent disruptions to extremist plots, foreign intelligence efforts from China and Russia, and action taken to counter procurement networks enabling Russian military operations. The speech detailed engagement with Arctic communities regarding strategic risks posed by foreign states and referenced amendments to the CSIS Act that facilitate partnerships. Rogers affirmed the ongoing need for technological adaptation against complex hybrid and cyber threats.

Sources: www.canada.ca

Canada, EU, and Global Partners Condemn Atrocities in Sudan and Demand Ceasefire

On November 10, 2025, Canada joined several European and Australasian partners in a joint statement denouncing systematic violence by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) against civilians in Sudan following the fall of El Fasher. The statement calls for an immediate end to atrocities including mass killings, conflict-related sexual violence, starvation used as warfare, and obstruction of humanitarian aid. It underscores the necessity of unimpeded humanitarian access as stipulated by UN Security Council Resolution 2736, stresses support for Sudan's sovereignty and territorial integrity, and urges negotiations for ceasefire and humanitarian truce.

Sources: www.canada.ca

Budget 2025 and Build Communities Strong Fund to Transform Infrastructure and Economic Resilience

On November 9, Parliamentary Secretary Ali Ehsassi outlined Budget 2025’s 'Canada Strong' program, aiming to lessen reliance on a single trade partner and boost the economy by $1 trillion in investments over five years. Through the Build Communities Strong Fund, $51 billion will be invested over 10 years for local infrastructure. Notably, up to $400,000 is allocated for a memorial to victims of Flight PS752 in Richmond Hill. Streams include direct delivery for regionally significant projects ($6 billion), provincial/territorial initiatives in education and health ($17.2 billion), and a community stream for essential infrastructure ($27.8 billion). The budget also references the Major Projects Office and Defence Investment Agency for facilitating energy and defense capacity.

Sources: www.canada.ca

StatCan Reports Significant Growth in International Trade in Services

Statistics Canada’s update revealed Canada’s exports of services reached $231.7 billion (+5.9% YoY) in 2024, with imports at $230.2 billion (+7.2%). This expansion was primarily driven by increased international travel, marking notable growth in cross-border services activity.

Sources: www.statcan.gc.ca

StatCan Releases 2024 Energy Supply and Demand Figures

Canada saw an increase in energy production, exports, and consumption for 2024. The May start-up of the Trans Mountain Pipeline expansion contributed to higher exports. Increased domestic energy usage came mainly from mining, oil and gas extraction, and pipeline transportation.

Sources: www.statcan.gc.ca

StatCan Overview of US-Born Immigrants in Canada

From the 2021 Census, US immigrants made up 3% of recent Canadian immigrants, making the United States the sixth largest source country despite a decline from the 1971 peak of 11%. Migration flows between Canada and the US remain an enduring feature of the bilateral relationship.

Sources: www.statcan.gc.ca

Canadian Provincial Government News

Nova Scotia China Seafood Trade Mission

Nova Scotia’s Minister of Fisheries and Aquaculture completed a 10-day trade mission to China, seeking to expand market share for provincial seafood companies despite new tariffs.

Sources: news.novascotia.ca

Canada and Manitoba Support US-Facing Facility Upgrades

Canada and Manitoba have invested $159,000 in Duha Color Services, following Duha’s acquisition of US-based Colwell Color Ltd. The upgrade will create 94 new positions and train existing staff.

Sources: news.gov.mb.ca

What We're Reading This Week

• Opinion: Ottawa defence procurement risks being mired in bureaucratic mess: Examines bureaucratic hurdles for new defence agency.
• Canada in the running to headquarter new multinational defence bank: Canada considered as host for proposed defence bank.
• Stalled Canada-U.S. trade talks absent from Anand-Rubio meeting in Niagara-on-the-Lake: Reports on gaps in bilateral economic discussions.
• Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand wraps up Canada's G7 presidency at Niagara meeting: Video coverage of G7 outcomes.
• Opinion: Japan and Canada are key pillars of a free and fair international economic order: Views on Canadian-Japanese economic partnership.
• Freeland tasked with tapping Canadian businesses to help rebuild Ukraine: Plans for Canadian private sector involvement in post-war reconstruction.
• Politics Insider: Anand announces new sanctions on Russia: Summary of latest Russian sanctions.
• Anand announces new sanctions targeting Russian drones as G7 diplomats meet: Details on sanctions rollout.

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