Global Affairs Canada
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A career without borders
Learn about the steps you need to take so you can work in a foreign country.
Authentication of documents
Learn how to have Canadian documents authenticated so that they will be accepted for use abroad.
Your studies in Canada
Find out what steps you need to take to study in Canada, and the permits you need in order to work while you study or after you have graduated.
Canadian embassies and consulates abroad
Contains contact information for government offices that provide consular services to Canadian citizens abroad.
Canadian economic sanctions
Obtain information about economic sanctions imposed against foreign States and other actors, the law sustaining the sanctions, and permits and certificates authorizing certain activities.
Export, innovate and invest
Find out how to reach export markets, get on-the-ground assistance, and expand your business abroad and in Canada.
Funding international development projects
Includes information about projects and programs that Canada funds here and around the world.
Your participation into international development projects
Learn how you can participate and contribute to Canadian international development efforts.
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Corporate information
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Minister of Foreign Affairs
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Minister of International Development and La Francophonie
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Minister of International Trade
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Promoting and protecting human rights
Canada has been a consistently strong voice for the protection of human rights and the advancement of democratic values.
Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA)
Learn about CETA’s benefits for Canadian businesses and how the Trade Commissioner Service can help you.
What we heard
Thank you for taking part in our consultation! Your views will help shape Canada’s new approach to international assistance.