The Government of Canada is committed to strengthening and deepening relationships with its North American partners and to ensuring continued North American competitiveness and prosperity.

The Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) entered into force on July 1, 2020, replacing the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) that had been in force since January 1, 1994. CUSMA ensures high standards for trade in North America, which is important for Canadian businesses, workers and communities. This includes important outcomes in areas such as labour, environment, automotive trade, dispute resolution, culture, energy, and agriculture and agri-food. It also includes provisions on gender and Indigenous Peoples’ rights.

The Government of Canada is seeking your views and experiences on key areas of CUSMA that are working well and on potential areas for improvement. Submissions received from these consultations will help to inform Canada’s preparations for the joint review in 2026 and other efforts to ensure the effective operation of the Agreement.

Who should participate

Canadians with an interest in the matter, including:

• the Canadian public;
• provincial, territorial and municipal governments;
• businesses of all sizes, including micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs);
• industry associations;
• academics;
• civil society organizations and non-governmental organizations;
• labour unions;
• Indigenous peoples;
• women, 2SLGBTQI+ stakeholders and community groups representing diverse experiences;
• students and youth;
• other interested Canadian stakeholders.

As steps are taken to ensure that more Canadians have access to the benefits and opportunities that flow from international trade and investment, traditionally underrepresented groups such as women, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, youth, 2SLGBTQI+, and racialized communities are especially encouraged to provide their input.

How to participate

The Government of Canada is seeking input from diverse Canadian voices. There are different ways you can participate in these consultations. You can provide a written submission in response to the Canada Gazette notice until November 3, 2025, using one of these options: