Canada & Japan
153 shared events · Importance 16 · Last updated Aug 23, 2026
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International
Canada: Canada gained observer status in GCAP, positioning its aerospace industry for potential future collaboration while its F-35 procurement remains under review.
Japan: As a partner in GCAP, Japan could see enhanced industrial collaboration and program stability with Canadian observer status.
Aug 07, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Canada: Canada faced a 10% tariff but issued a muted response, focusing on constructive engagement amid separate 50% tariff threats.
Japan: Japan protested the 12.5% tariff, arguing it violates prior trade assurances and is based on insufficient grounds.
Apr 20, 2026 · 318 articles
International
Canada: Canada>>> is among the countries facing a proposed 10% additional tariff due to alleged failures in effectively enforcing a prohibition on forced labor imports, despite having some measures in place.
Japan: Japan>>> is among the countries facing a 12.5% additional tariff, and its trade and foreign ministries have not yet responded to the proposed tariffs.
Jun 02, 2026 · 125 articles
Domestic
Canada: Canada will lose the Winnipeg consulate, impacting consular services and bilateral relations.
Japan: Japan will lose the Nagoya consulate, impacting consular services and regional ties.
Aug 03, 2026 · 21 articles
International
Canada: Canada is named as a transshipment risk, potentially affecting its trade relations with the U.S.
Japan: Japan is listed among countries at risk, though its role is less prominent in the report.
Aug 13, 2026 · 61 articles
Business
Canada: Canada>>> contributes to North American Cobalt Inc.>>>'s leading market share due to its advanced healthcare infrastructure and strong adoption of innovative drug delivery technologies.
Japan: Japan>>> is a key country driving growth in the MSCI Asia Pacific Index>>> pre-filled syringe market.
May 25, 2026 · 6 articles
Tech
Canada: The analysis highlights that fast diagnostics could lead to approximately $42 million in annual savings and improve patient outcomes in Canada, addressing sepsis as a leading preventable cause of death.
Japan: Japan is one of the G7 countries whose healthcare system was examined in the analysis, showing consistent cost savings and improved patient outcomes with fast diagnostics.
Apr 20, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Canada: Canada is currently in ongoing trade negotiations with Mercosur, with officials hoping to conclude talks soon.
Japan: Japan is entering into economic partnership agreement negotiations with Mercosur, which could lead to expanded market access for its goods and increased cooperation and investment.
Apr 20, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
Canada: Canada is projected to lose $7.5 billion in GDP due to older worker unemployment.
Japan: Japan is projected to lose $5.9 billion in GDP, but has seen rising employment for over-65s.
Jul 11, 2026 · 8 articles
Business
Canada: Canada is the host country for the new facilities, benefiting from job creation and investment in renewable energy infrastructure.
Japan: Japan is a key market for Power Wood's black pellets, with offtake agreements in place. The investment supports Japan's energy security and clean energy goals.
Aug 04, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Canada: Canada faces 50% tariffs on $20 billion of exports, threatening key industries like dairy, alcohol, and manufacturing. Negotiations continue, but the risk of a trade war looms.
Japan: Japan faces 12.5% forced-labor tariffs and is under investigation for excess capacity.
Jul 16, 2026 · 305 articles
International
Canada: Canada announced new defense spending and submarine deals, and launched free trade talks with Turkey. It met NATO's 2% GDP target and pledged to reach 3.5% by 2029.
Japan: Japan participated as a partner, with defense ministers meeting NATO counterparts.
Apr 20, 2026 · 317 articles
International
Canada: Canada>>> is engaged in talks for a free trade agreement with India>>>, with a recent business delegation visit by Piyush Goyal>>> aiming to enhance collaborations and investments.
Japan: Japan is among the 54 economies listed by the United States — United States Trade Representative that could face additional tariffs due to concerns about goods produced with forced labor.
May 21, 2026 · 109 articles
Tech
Canada: Canada>>> is one of the countries whose organizations have gained access to Anthropic>>>'s Mythos AI model through Project Glasswing to bolster cybersecurity.
Japan: Japan>>> is included in the expansion of Project Glasswing, with its organizations gaining access to Anthropic>>>'s Mythos AI model for cybersecurity defense.
May 19, 2026 · 83 articles
International
Canada: Favorability of U.S. dropped sharply; views of China rose significantly, influenced by tariff disputes.
Japan: Among countries where U.S. is still viewed more favorably, but favorability has dimmed.
Jul 15, 2026 · 22 articles
International
Canada: Canada>>> is mentioned as a partner with whom India>>> is deepening defense engagements at the Shangri-La Dialogue.
Japan: Japan>>> is mentioned as an ally taking concrete steps to bolster its defenses, contributing to regional stability alongside the United States>>>.
May 25, 2026 · 242 articles
International
Canada: Co-signed the statement.
Japan: Co-signed the statement; supports rules-based order in the region.
Apr 20, 2026 · 52 articles
Domestic
Canada: Participant; benefits from secure supply chains.
Japan: Participant; gains from secure supply chains and investment opportunities.
Jul 31, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Canada: Canada faces an increased risk of severe heat and drought conditions that fuel wildfires due to El Ni
.
Japan: Japan's weather bureau predicts a 70% chance of El Niño emerging during the northern hemisphere summer, indicating potential weather shifts.
May 08, 2026 · 304 articles
Business
Canada: Canada's HNWI population recorded a jump of 6.7% with 30,000 new millionaires.
Japan: Japan was among the strongest performers in Asia-Pacific, adding 436,000 millionaires in 2025, contributing to the region's overall wealth growth.
Jun 04, 2026 · 9 articles
Domestic
Canada: Canada>>> is one of the trading partners that would face 10% additional tariffs for allegedly failing to enforce a forced labor import ban.
Japan: Japan>>> is among the countries that would face a 12.5% additional tariff due to alleged forced labor imports.
May 18, 2026 · 323 articles
International
Canada: Attended meetings, part of dialogue partners.
Japan: Participated in Quad, voiced opposition to changing status quo by force, discussed Hormuz with U.S.
Jul 19, 2026 · 131 articles
Accidents
Canada: Canada>>> is monitoring several individuals exposed to hantavirus, with one confirmed case, and has implemented temporary travel measures, indicating a proactive but cautious approach to public health.
Japan: Japan's Foreign Ministry confirmed a Japanese national was evacuated to the United Kingdom for health monitoring.
May 07, 2026 · 368 articles
International
Canada: Canada>>> is a key participant in this event, seeking to diversify its trade relationships and deepen cooperation with China>>> through diplomatic visits and trade deals.
Japan: Japan is a target for Canada's trade diversification efforts, with a large trade delegation planned to explore opportunities in clean tech, defence, and agri-food.
May 27, 2026 · 32 articles
International
Canada: Canada is excluded from bilateral talks with Mexico and hit with new 50% tariffs, weakening its leverage and straining trade relations.
Japan: Japan is a competitor in auto exports to the U.S., facing lower tariffs than Mexico.
Jul 22, 2026 · 33 articles
Tech
Canada: Canada is contributing financially and in-kind to the upgrade of the Large Hadron Collider.
Japan: Japan is contributing financially and in-kind to the upgrade of the Large Hadron Collider.
Jun 27, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Canada: Canada is mentioned as a potential provider of security guarantees to Ukraine.
Japan: Japan is mentioned as a potential provider of security guarantees to Ukraine.
Dec 14, 2025 · 11 articles
International
Canada: Canada, as a G7 member, welcomed the agreement and expressed readiness to contribute to securing shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
Japan: Japan, as a G7 member, welcomed the agreement and expressed readiness to contribute to securing shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
Apr 20, 2026 · 302 articles
Business
Canada: Canada saw Haier Biomedical's revenue grow more than 50 percent in Q1 2026.
Japan: Japan hosts one of Haier Biomedical's overseas R&D centers, focusing on specific product lines.
May 28, 2026 · 10 articles
International
Canada: Participated as one of 26 nations, contributing to multinational training.
Japan: Participated as one of 26 nations, contributing to multinational training.
Jul 16, 2026 · 20 articles
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