Engaging the European Union: Institutions, Influence, and Opportunities 

Overview

Delivery method

In-person

Duration

2 days (7 hours/day, in-person)

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:

• Explain the structure, roles, and competencies of key EU institutions and how they shape decision-making in areas relevant to Canada
• Identify strategic entry points, timing, and mechanisms for advancing Canada’s interests in the EU system across trade, regulatory, and security domains
• Analyze Canada–EU cooperation frameworks, and assess their role, and ability to advance Canadian policy, economic, and geopolitical objectives
• Apply practical knowledge of how Canada can engage with the EU on emerging geopolitical and economic challenges and opportunities

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