Since it came into force in 2017, CETA has been facilitating trade between Wallonia and Canada. Thanks to the elimination of almost all customs duties and expanded access to the Canadian market, Walloon companies, particularly SMEs, are benefiting from new growth opportunities.
The results speak for themselves: between 2016 and 2025, Walloon exports to Canada rose by 199.2%, while imports increased by 196.6%. Despite this rise in trade in both directions, the trade balance remains positive for Wallonia, confirming the concrete benefits of the agreement for our economy.
“In an uncertain international context, Canada is a reliable and strategic partner for Wallonia. Our goal is to turn the opportunities offered by CETA into investment, innovation and jobs for the people of Wallonia,” said Adrien Dolimont, Minister-President of the Walloon Government.
The Minister-President's recent mission to Quebec and Ontario was part of this drive. It aimed to strengthen economic, industrial and technological partnerships between Wallonia and Canada in order to turn the opportunities offered by CETA into growth, innovation and jobs for our region.