Understanding and Working with the European Union
Upcoming sessions
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January 20, 2026
National Capital Region (NCR) - Bisson Campus
9:00 am to 4:00 pm (ET)
English
January 27, 2026
National Capital Region (NCR) - Bisson Campus
9:00 am to 4:00 pm (ET)
French
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Overview
Delivery method
Classroom
Virtual Classroom
Duration
10.5 hours
Audience
Employees
Other Government Department Employees
Description
This course examines Canadian priorities in dealing with the European Union (EU) and how to achieve them. Participants will learn the basics of the EU while exploring current and future priorities and challenges in the Canada-EU relationship. The course will be animated by group activities and discussions. Speakers from Global Affairs Canada (GAC) and elsewhere will brief participants on the opportunities, challenges and strategies involved in advancing Canada’s interests in the region.
Learning Objectives :
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- understand the fundamentals of how the European Union works
- recognize the major institutions of the EU and their working relationship
- understand how Canada interacts with the EU
- recognize the importance of engagement with the EU
Notes: This course is available to other government department employees on a cost-recovery basis.
For more information, please contact Learning-Apprentissage@international.gc.ca
Legacy course code: 00022606
Additional upcoming sessions
| Date and Time | Session code | Location | Language | Available seats | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 20, 2026, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm (ET) | IA0162-EN-20260120 | National Capital Region (NCR) - Bisson Campus | English | 58 | Sign in to register |
| January 27, 2026, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm (ET) | IA0162-FR-20260127 | National Capital Region (NCR) - Bisson Campus | French | 56 | Sign in to register |
