Canada has expanded its Air Transport Agreement with Côte d’Ivoire, a growing air market and its fourth‑largest trading partner in sub‑Saharan Africa.
Transport Minister Steven MacKinnon announced the upgraded pact Tuesday, opening the door to access to all points in both countries, up to 14 weekly passenger‑combination flights, 10 weekly all‑cargo flights, and fifth‑freedom cargo rights at points across Africa, the EU, the UK and the US.
“Our government is proud to announce this new agreement with Côte d’Ivoire, which will help grow our two economies while creating new opportunities for our people and our businesses,” said MacKinnon.
International Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu noted Canadian exports to Côte d’Ivoire have grown 32% in the past year. “This expanded air transport agreement will strengthen our investment ties while unlocking new opportunities for our businesses and workers,” he said.
Bilateral merchandise trade between the two countries reached $1.2 billion in 2025, and Canada now has air transport agreements or arrangements covering more than 125 countries.
It's part of Canada's ongoing push to broaden global connectivity for travellers and businesses as relations with the US, Canada's largest trading partner, continue to deteriorate.
The current Canadian travel advisory for Côte d’Ivoire cautions travellers to "exercise a high degree of caution" and to avoid travel near the northern and western borders of the country.
