The Dubai Chambers have discussed ways to strengthen cooperation in the food and agricultural industries between Dubai and Ontario, Canada, during a meeting in Toronto with the Hon. Trevor Jones, Ontario’s Minister of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness.
Ontario, as Canada’s largest provincial economy, was noted during the discussions as an important partner for expanding cooperation, supporting business growth, and strengthening mutual investment.
The meeting was attended by HE Eng. Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansoori, Chairman of Dubai Chambers, and HE Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers. Discussions focused on cooperation across food trade, agritech, and food technology.
Focus on trade and sector cooperation
HE Eng. Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansoori Chairman – Dubai Chambers
“Dubai and Canada are building a strong economic partnership shaped by shared interests and a common vision for future growth. As the global economy continues to evolve at pace, it is increasingly important to broaden cooperation between our business communities and explore new opportunities in high-value sectors. We are focused on deepening business ties with Canada in a way that supports trade and investment flows, opens wider opportunities for companies, and reinforces the foundations of a long-term economic partnership that delivers mutual benefit.”
During the meeting, the Dubai Chambers delegation highlighted Dubai’s advantages for Canadian companies, including its strategic location, infrastructure, and investment environment.
The delegation also highlighted Dubai’s role as a business hub linking markets across the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia and outlined opportunities available for international companies in various sectors.
Trade between Dubai and Canada
The meeting comes amid increased trade between Dubai and Canada. Non-oil trade between the two markets reached $3.43 billion (AED 12.6 billion) in 2025, reflecting growth of 23.2 percent compared to 2024.
In June last year, Dubai International Chamber, part of Dubai Chambers, opened its first North American representative office in Toronto. The office supports engagement between businesses in Dubai and Canada, works with public and private sector stakeholders, and provides information for companies seeking to enter the Dubai market or expand internationally from Dubai.
Growth Corridors Initiative
The visit is part of Dubai Chambers’ international outreach under the ‘Growth Corridors’ initiative, which aims to expand trade and investment cooperation with global markets.
The initiative focuses on supporting business linkages, strengthening partnerships, and facilitating cooperation between companies in different sectors.
It also aims to support Dubai-based companies in accessing new markets and expanding their international activities.
