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By Patrick Leblond and Mark Camilleri
CIPS Policy Brief, September 2025

Canada and the European Union are exploring a Digital Trade Agreement (DTA) to modernize trade rules and strengthen cooperation in the digital economy. A Canada-EU DTA would complement the Canada-EU Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA). This policy brief outlines key challenges and strategic recommendations to ensure the agreement promotes innovation, protects privacy, and supports inclusive digital trade.

Patrick Leblond is an Associate Professor and CN-Paul M. Tellier Chair on Business and Public Policy at the Graduate School of Public and International Affairs at the University of Ottawa and a Member of the Advisory Board of the Canada EU Trade and Investment Association. 

Mark Camilleri is the President of the Canada EU Trade and Investment Association.