Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced that Parliamentary Secretary to the Prime Minister, Kody Blois, will be part of a trade mission to China from September 6 to 9, 2025, joining a Saskatchewan-led delegation headed by Premier Scott Moe.
The visit comes at a time when Canadian canola producers continue to face steep challenges due to Chinese tariffs. The delegation will hold talks aimed at easing trade restrictions, with Blois representing the federal government’s pledge to defend farm families, agricultural workers, and exporters.
“Canada’s new government is committed to standing with producers and working together across provinces and territories to expand access for Canadian goods,” Carney said in a statement.
The government also confirmed that new support measures for canola growers will be unveiled soon, in addition to ongoing diplomatic engagement. Officials stressed that building strong, dependable trading relationships is central to Canada’s economic plan, especially for high-quality agricultural exports.
The delegation’s agenda includes meetings with senior Chinese officials, where both trade irritants and opportunities for collaboration will be discussed. Saskatchewan, Canada’s largest canola-producing province, has played a leading role in pressing for a resolution.
Farm groups have welcomed the move, saying it signals a stronger federal-provincial partnership in addressing the economic impact of tariffs.
