Canada-Sino Relations

• Dominic Barton leaving post as Canada’s ambassador to China

  The ambassador will leave his post at the end of the year after having worked to secure the release of Michael Kovrig and Michael Spavor.

  Canada

  Dec 6, 2021
  
• Tory MP presses minister to apologize for WeChat group post crowdfunding lawsuit

  The post tried to crowdfund a lawsuit against Global News for reporting on China stockpiling PPE.

  Canada

  May 27, 2020
  
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• Trump ally raises concern for detained Canadians facing ‘harsh conditions’ in China

  China is detaining two Canadians in harsh conditions and U.S. lawmakers won't rest until they are freed, says a powerful Republican senator.

  Canada

  May 10, 2019
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• Canadian trade delegation presses U.S. on Huawei, China dispute: ‘We’re taking a hit for them, big time’

  "They're totally not aware of this ... and the price we're paying," says Liberal MP Mark Eyking, who is leading a trade visit to Washington.

  Canada

  May 9, 2019
• Budget cash for staff in China a sign free trade talks moving ahead: former ambassador

  Millions of dollars proposed in the federal budget to boost trade and diplomacy with China are a sign that the government is pushing ahead on plans to negotiate a free trade agreement with the regime, says one former Canadian ambassador.

  Canada

  Feb 28, 2018
• Should MPs accept free trips to China? Critics urge closer look at sponsored travel

  When is it OK for members of Parliament and senators to accept free trips from foreign governments and business groups? That question has been swirling just under the radar in Ottawa this week.

  Politics

  Dec 8, 2017