Manitoba Government Expands Economic Presence in Europe and Mexico with Regional Trade Representatives

Manitoba was rated Canada’s top-performing province for reducing internal trade barriers in the CFIB 2026 Internal Trade Report Card, earning an A and the highest overall standing. The government highlighted its June 2025 Fair Trade in Canada (Internal Trade Mutual Recognition) Act, a Mutual Recognition Agreement with other provinces and territories, and…

Manitoba announced two new international trade representative offices, one in Europe focusing on the UK and western Europe and one in Mexico, to help local companies access high-value markets. These positions, alongside a prior India office, form a regional network intended to diversify trade, support investment opportunities, and align with Manitoba’s…

Manitoba announced the creation of two new international trade representative offices, one in Europe (focused on the UK and Western Europe) and one in Mexico, to help local companies access high-value markets. The moves, along with an existing India trade representative, form a trio of regional offices intended to strengthen business-to-business ties,…

Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew said he’s willing to entertain a proposed west-to-east pipeline from Alberta to Ontario if done properly, noting it could strengthen Canada and that workers in Manitoba would be eager to help build it. He emphasized that major projects must be built the right way, with Indigenous governments onside, workers cared for, and…

Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew said he’s willing to entertain a proposed west-to-east oil pipeline from Alberta to Ontario if it strengthens Canada, with considerations for Indigenous governments, workers, and environmental safeguards. He noted the idea originated from Alberta and Ontario premiers, involves Saskatchewan and Manitoba, could bypass the U.S.,…

The United States is threatening new 50 percent tariffs on a range of Canadian products, with a potential 30-day window before the levy would take effect. Manitoba officials and business groups are calling for government action and a renewed CUSMA to provide certainty and reduce trade disruption.

Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew said he is open to a west-east oil pipeline proposed by Alberta and Ontario, stating he would “entertain the idea” if it makes Canada stronger and if Indigenous governments are onside and environmental concerns are addressed. He noted the proposal aims to move 500,000 barrels per day from Hardisty, Alberta to Sarnia, Ontario,…