Canada-India Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA)
Current status: In negotiations
On November 24, 2025, the government tabled a Notice of Intent to enter into trade negotiations with India.
On November 23, 2025, Prime Minister Mark Carney and Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, agreed to formally launch negotiations for an ambitious Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA).
Canada's objectives for negotiations for a Canada-India CEPA
Consultations
Global Affairs Canada conducted public consultations from December 13, 2025, to January 27, 2026, in anticipation of the commencement of negotiations in 2026. During this period, we invited Canadians to submit their views, reflections and priorities with respect to an enhanced trade and investment with India.
Related links
- Joint statement by the Government of Canada, the Government of Australia, and the Government of India
- India-Canada Joint Statement: 2025 Ministerial Dialogue on Trade and Investment
- Canada-India Joint Statement: Renewing momentum towards a stronger partnership
- Canada-India relations
- The Canadian High Commission in India
- Trade Commissioner Service - India
- Export Development Canada – Country Overview
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