Global Affairs - Minister of International Trade Ministerial Appointments

The Minister of International Trade is responsible for appointments to these different entities, which perform a variety of different functions.

Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation Business Advisory Council (ABAC)

The Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Business Advisory Council was established in 1995 by APEC Leaders. ABAC presents recommendations to APEC Leaders in an annual dialogue and advises APEC officials on business sector priorities and concerns. 

ABAC comprises up to three senior business people from each APEC economy. Canadian members are appointed by the Prime Minister following a recommendation by the Minister of International Trade.

For more information on the Council, visit the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation Business Advisory Council website.

Canada-UK Trade Continuity Agreement (Canada-UK TCA)

This roster will be established pursuant to Article 29.8 of Canada-UK TCA and will be used to constitute arbitral panels to determine disputes covered by Chapter 29 of the Agreement. Chapter 29 applies to any dispute concerning the interpretation or application of the provisions of Canada-UK TCA, except as otherwise provided. The Chapter provides for the establishment of a roster of at least 15 nominees: five from each Party to Canada-UK TCA and five who are not nationals of either Party who could serve as chair of an arbitral panel. An individual is appointed to the roster by the Canada-UK Joint Committee. The Agreement does not provide for a set term of appointment to a roster. 

The Government of Canada is seeking approximately 8-10 appointees to this roster, including appointees who are not citizens or permanent residents of either Canada or United Kingdom. 

Further details about the Agreement on Trade Continuity between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and Canada can be found on the  website of Global Affairs Canada.