Global Affairs Canada

The executive summary provides findings and recommendations from a formative evaluation of the pilot phase of the Elsie Initiative for Women in Peace Operations. The Initiative is a Canada-led, multi-stakeholder effort to increase the meaningful participation of uniformed women in the UN peace...

Evaluation reports The department periodically conducts evaluations of Global Affairs Canada priorities, programs and projects. Evaluation serves as a practical management tool for reviewing performance of programs and activities. The information gathered through an evaluation helps improve the...

This initiative is published as a requirement of the Treasury Board Secretariat, which holds departments responsible for providing an enumeration of requirements in federal regulations that impose an administrative burden on businesses.

Step into the world of information technology (IT) at Global Affairs Canada (GAC), where women are making waves. Discover the unique career paths taken by some employees as they share their achievements. Join us in celebrating these amazing women and find out how they can inspire your IT career...

Her Excellency the Governor General in Council, on the recommendation of the Minister of Foreign Affairs, pursuant to paragraph 3(2)(c) of the Avoiding Complicity in Mistreatment by Foreign Entities Acta, issues the annexed Directions for Avoiding Complicity in Mistreatment by Foreign Entities...

Pursuant to section 2 of the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Act, I preside over the Department, and have its management and direction in Canada and abroad. I hereby issue this Ministerial Direction. The Government of Canada is committed to addressing threats to national...

This report details Global Affairs Canada’s implementation of the Avoiding Complicity in Mistreatment by Foreign Entities Act (ACMFEA) in 2022. The report was shared with the Minister of Foreign Affairs in February 2022, as required by section 7(1) of the act.

The evaluation aimed to determine the extent to which the CTA, run by 12 missions internationally, is relevant, efficient and effective in supporting growth of Canadian small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs). 

This evaluation examines Global Affairs Canada’s Business Women in International Trade (BWIT) initiative, and aims to highlight strengths and gaps in BWIT’s objectives, resources and delivery of services.

The department publishes an evaluation plan on an annual basis. The plan serves as an information and management tool that reflects the results of the department’s annual evaluation planning exercise. The plan identifies planned mandatory and discretionary evaluations which, together, will...

The agreement concerning annual reports on Human Rights and Free Trade between Canada and the Republic of Colombia requires that Canada and Colombia each draft an annual report for tabling in their respective legislatures on the effects on human rights in both Canada and Colombia of measures...

Global Affairs Canada uses the audit process as an important way to ensure the efficient use of public funds. The Office of the Chief Audit Executive leads this work by reviewing and assessing management practices and controls. Once the audit engagement is complete, the audit team recommends...

Global Affairs Canada uses the audit process as an important way to ensure the efficient use of public funds. The Office of the Chief Audit Executive leads this work by reviewing and assessing management practices and controls. Once the audit engagement is complete, the audit team recommends...

Global Affairs Canada uses the audit process as an important way to ensure the efficient use of public funds. The Office of the Chief Audit Executive leads this work by reviewing and assessing management practices and controls. Once the audit engagement is complete, the audit team recommends...

Global Affairs Canada uses the audit process as an important way to ensure the efficient use of public funds. The Office of the Chief Audit Executive leads this work by reviewing and assessing management practices and controls. Once the audit engagement is complete, the audit team recommends...

The Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development appeared before the House of Commons Standing Committee on International Trade on March 27th, 2023.

As required by the Treasury Board Directive on Travel, Hospitality, Conference and Event Expenditures, this report provides information on travel, hospitality and conference expenditures for Global Affairs Canada.

Evaluation reports The department periodically conducts evaluations of Global Affairs Canada priorities, programs and projects. Evaluation serves as a practical management tool for reviewing performance of programs and activities. The information gathered through an evaluation helps improve the...

Evaluation reports The department periodically conducts evaluations of Global Affairs Canada priorities, programs and projects. Evaluation serves as a practical management tool for reviewing performance of programs and activities. The information gathered through an evaluation helps improve the...

Evaluation reports The department periodically conducts evaluations of Global Affairs Canada priorities, programs and projects. Evaluation serves as a practical management tool for reviewing performance of programs and activities. The information gathered through an evaluation helps improve the...