Minister of Transport announces expanded air transport agreement with Côte d'Ivoire

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October 06, 2026 19:00 Announcement

Expanding Canada's international air transport agreements creates new opportunities for Canadian businesses and travellers, opens up new trade and investment options and strengthens Canada’s global connectivity.

October 6, 2026 Ottawa, Ontario Transport Canada

Today, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, announced an expanded air transport agreement with Côte d'Ivoire, Canada's fourth-largest bilateral trading partner in sub-Saharan Africa and a growing air market.

Up to 14 passenger-combination flights per week for each country

Up to 10 all-cargo flights per week for each country

Fifth freedom rights for all-cargo flights at points in Africa, the European Union, the United Kingdom, and the United States (the ability to operate flights between two foreign countries if the flight either starts or ends in the airline’s home country)

"Our government is proud to announce this new agreement with Cote d'Ivoire, which will help grow our two economies while creating new opportunities for our people and our businesses. This agreement reflects our shared commitment to growth, partnership, and prosperity."

The Honourable Steven MacKinnon
Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons

"Canada is diversifying its trade and deepening its economic relationships around the world, including across Africa. Our exports to Côte d'Ivoire have already grown by 32 per cent in the past year, a clear sign of the momentum building between our economies. This expanded air transport agreement will strengthen our investment ties while unlocking new opportunities for our businesses and workers."

The Honourable Maninder Sidhu
Minister of International Trade

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