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Official account for Global Affairs Canada
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In 2025, faced with radically changing landscapes, #Canada chose to stay open to the world. And our future will be stronger for it.
December 30, 2025 at 3:14 PM
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🐦Chirp in for change! Conserva Aves is supporting #Indigenous and local communities protect forests, grasslands, wetlands and other critical habitats. With @birdscanada.bsky.social and #Canada’s support, 115,000+ hectares of #bird habitats will be protected in #Mexico.
An American Redstart stands on a branch chirping.
December 24, 2025 at 2:59 PM
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#TradeDiversification helps our #holiday spirit spread worldwide—bringing a touch of #Canada to families everywhere, including Canadians abroad.
December 23, 2025 at 7:30 PM
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⏰Reminder: #Consultations on the #Canada - #Mercosur #FreeTradeAgreement are still open!

Don’t miss the chance to provide your input and influence the future of #trade.

Share your views today ⬇️
international.canada.ca/en/global-af...
Infographic about public consultations on a potential Canada-Mercosur Free Trade Agreement. Flag of Canada and Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay appear on a map. Below, a banner reads “Reminder Public consultations on Mercosur". Stylized green design element frame the bottom, with the Government of Canada wordmark.
December 23, 2025 at 3:14 PM
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2025 brought major shifts on the global stage. 🌍

In a rapidly evolving and competitive world, #Canada delivered this past year.

From new #trade #agreements to billions in investments and thousands of #jobs, here’s what Canada accomplished in 2025. ⬇️
December 22, 2025 at 3:39 PM
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🌐#Travelling abroad and need #emergency help?
Don’t worry, we’re here for you anytime, anywhere.

Contact our Emergency Watch and Response Centre 24/7 ⬇️
https://travel.gc.ca/assistance/emergency-assistance?_ga=2.146095860.1912992597.1766160288-1778348759.1761751724
A boat on calm water is towing a parasail. Text: Emergency assistance for Canadians abroad Phone: +1 613-996-8885 Text: +1 613-686-3658 Email: sos@international.gc.ca WhatsApp: +1 613-909-8881 Signal: +1 613-909-8087 Logos: Canada’s Consular Services. Canada.
December 19, 2025 at 6:30 PM
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Families everywhere are together for the #Holidays, but thousands of #Ukrainian kids remain far from home. Some in #Russian-controlled facilities, others placed in Russian families, separated from their own.

These children must come home. #BringKidsBack
December 19, 2025 at 4:51 PM
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Planning a trip for the #holidays? For reliable and  accurate safe travel advice always start with official sources.
We regularly review our destination-specific #Travel #Advice and Advisories to ensure they are reliable and up to date ⬇️
travel.gc.ca/travelling/a...
#CheckTheSource
A promotional graphic encouraging travelers to check official sources before traveling. The left side features the text “Check the source” in large letters on a blue gradient background. On the right, there is a large smartphone displaying the Government of Canada’s travel advisory webpage. In front of the phone, two people wearing winter clothing and carrying suitcases appear to be preparing for a trip, with a decorated Christmas tree and cozy living room furniture behind them. At the bottom, the Canada wordmark and the URL “TRAVEL.GC.CA” are displayed.
December 17, 2025 at 4:02 PM
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We have added #maps to each destination in our #travel advice.

These maps show national and regional risk levels for 230 destinations.

Discover them here ⬇️
travel.gc.ca/travelling/a...
December 16, 2025 at 7:32 PM
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In 2025, as the world changed dramatically, Canadians stepped up.

This year, we chose to stay open to the world.

#Canada is committed to leaving future generations a safer, more prosperous, more inclusive and more peaceful world.
December 16, 2025 at 2:55 PM
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The Government of #Canada has launched public consultations on potential #trade agreements with #India, #Thailand, #UAE & #Mercosur
Have your say by January 27, 2026 ⬇️
www.canada.ca/en/global-af...
#TradeDiversification
Graphic about public consultations on potential India, Mercosur, Thailand and the United Arab Emirates free trade agreements. Flags of all the relevant countries appear on a map. Below, a banner reads “Public consultations on India, Mercosur, Thailand and the United Arab Emirates.” Stylized green design element frame the bottom, with the Government of Canada wordmark.
December 15, 2025 at 3:25 PM
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#Canada and the #UnitedArabEmirates share a strong and growing trade relationship. In 2024, two-way merchandise trade reached $3.4B, with $2.6B in Canadian exports and $800M in imports.

Learn more about Canada-UAE relations: www.international.gc.ca/country-pays...
December 12, 2025 at 8:34 PM
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Since 2022, #Russia has been denying Ukrainian Prisoners of War (POWs) their basic legal rights.

#StandWithUkraine
December 12, 2025 at 6:20 PM
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While in #Mexico, Minister LeBlanc and a Canadian delegation of business associations reinforced the importance of strengthening Canada-Mexico relations to ensure continued prosperity and collaboration across North America. #EconomicGrowth #TradeDiversification
December 12, 2025 at 4:41 PM
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#Canada has a thriving partnership with #Brazil, the third largest economy in #SouthAmerica. In 2024, our bilateral merchandise trade hit $12.7 billion, strengthening our economy and driving business growth for Canadians.

Learn more: www.international.gc.ca/country-pays...
December 12, 2025 at 4:04 PM
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Canada was the first #G7 country to have comprehensive free trade agreements with all other G7 partners.

We believe in rules-based trade.

Canada’s #trade: reliable, resilient, world-class.
December 11, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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#HumanRights don’t protect themselves. But defenders worldwide face growing digital threats, with women & gender-diverse activists especially at risk. Canada supports @accessnow.org’s Digital Security Helpline to help keep them safe & their voices strong. #HumanRightsDay #16Days
December 10, 2025 at 6:11 PM
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Children are not just the future, they are the now. Every child deserves the basic rights necessary for a safe and fulfilling childhood.🧸

On #HumanRightsDay, learn how Canada is working with partners to improve children's rights worldwide: international.gc.ca/world-monde/...
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December 10, 2025 at 2:33 PM
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Canada supports humanitarian partners through UNCERF, which is marking 20 years of life-saving impact. Through UNCERF and other tools, Canada helps respond quickly to humanitarian emergencies worldwide. #InvestInHumanity

Learn more ⬇️
December 9, 2025 at 6:31 PM
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In 2024, #Canada and the #UnitedArabEmirates marked 50 years of diplomatic relations. Our historical ties go beyond diplomacy. Since 2013, the Canada-UAE Business Council has helped to deepen our trade and investment partnership.

Learn more: www.international.gc.ca/country-pays...
December 9, 2025 at 4:37 PM
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Secretary of State Sarai concluded a trip to Qatar where he represented Canada at the Doha Forum. This trip strengthened Canada’s deepening engagement with Qatar and reinforced partnerships across the Middle East.

Learn more: canada.ca/en/global-af...
Grey background with half red maple leaf in lower left corner and Canada wordmark in lower right corner. Text reads as follows: “Canada strengthens international cooperation during Secretary of State Sarai’s participation at Doha Forum”
December 8, 2025 at 9:33 PM
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Global Affairs Canada’s statement on first anniversary of fall of Assad Regime
canada.ca/en/global-af...
Image of the map of the world, with half of the maple leaf, and the Canada logo, with the following text overlayed: Statement - Syria
December 8, 2025 at 8:21 PM
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The #FIFAWorldCup draw is set — and history is in the making. #Canada proudly welcomes the world to the first-ever trilateral men's tournament. A moment to unite nations, celebrate the beautiful game, and build lasting connections. The countdown starts now. #WeAreCanada #FIFA
A hand reaches into a clear glass bowl filled with soccer balls decorated with various countries' flags, including Canada, Brazil, Spain, Portugal, and Argentina. The background is a warm gradient of orange and red, with a stylized maple leaf design on the left and the Canada logo in white on the bottom right.
December 5, 2025 at 11:53 PM
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Dissenting voices disappearing from your feed? It might not be an accident. Some foreign regimes silence critics through takedowns, legal threats and intimidation campaigns.

Learn their tactics and #ThinkBeforeYouShare

See how Canada is taking action ⬇️
www.international.gc.ca/world-monde/...
December 5, 2025 at 8:26 PM
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Happy International Volunteer Day!

Today we celebrate the volunteers who share their skills, compassion, and energy to make a difference—here in #Canada and around the world.

Thank you for your dedication! #VolunteerDay

Read the joint statement⬇️
www.canada.ca/en/global-af...
A person holding a large blue photo frame branded with WUSC-EUMC and Canada logos, standing outdoors on grass with trees and a wall in the background. The frame surrounds the upper body, and the person is wearing a teal long-sleeve top with earphones. Text on the image reads: “For decades, volunteers have played an important role in Canada’s international development efforts by volunteering abroad.” A large red maple leaf graphic is on the left side. A group of people standing in front of a metal gate and building facade with signage in Khmer script. Two individuals hold flags: one is the Canadian flag and the other is the Cambodian flag. Text on the image reads: “This International Volunteer Day, join us in thanking Canada’s amazing volunteers for their generosity and commitment to service.” Canada logo appears in the bottom right corner, and a red and teal diagonal graphic is in the top left corner. Close-up of a person in front of a light-colored wall with diagonal shadows and a red and yellow diagonal stripe graphic in the top right corner. Text on the image reads: “This experience in project management and resource development has enriched not only the community, but has also enriched me personally. I am very proud to be a volunteer with the IBCR.” – Abdesselem, volunteer with IBCR in Morocco. The IBCR photo credit is in the top left corner.
December 5, 2025 at 6:39 PM