Committee on Internal Trade Takes Steps to Simplify Trade and Labor Mobility
On February 21, 2025, the Committee on Internal Trade met in Ottawa to address efforts to enhance internal trade across Canada. This meeting was attended by Anita Anand, the Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, alongside provincial and territorial representatives.
Key topics discussed included:
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The removal of exceptions in the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA) to streamline agreements.
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The integration of the financial services sector into the CFTA's scope to facilitate business transactions.
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Tackling regulatory and administrative barriers for moving goods within Canada.
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Streamlining processes for workers to operate across provincial borders without delay.
Minister Anand commended the participants, especially Minister Caitlin Cleveland from the Northwest Territories, for her role in chairing the discussions. She underscored ongoing initiatives, including a pilot project for mutual recognition of trucking regulations aimed at improving goods transportation across Canada while maintaining safety standards.