Digital trading channels could forge more connections between Canadian and European markets. A newly launched public consultation is seeking input on a potential digital trade agreement to complement the Canada-European Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA).

“By concluding a Canada-EU digital trade agreement, Canada could address emerging technology issues, promote its interests in inclusive trade and be at the forefront of the development of international rules governing digital trade,” an advisory from Global Affairs Canada states. “Early input from stakeholders is essential to identify Canadian priorities, interests and concerns in order to help define the scope of a potential agreement with the EU.”

Interested parties can weigh in on the barriers to cross-Atlantic digital commerce they may currently encounter and/or comment on a range of issues related to access to and security of digital marketplaces, data transfer logistics and interoperability standards, artificial intelligence, and protecting intellectual property and personal information and privacy. The consultation is open until Aug. 23, 2025.