From: Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
Montréal, Quebec
Today, Canada, represented by the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister chargeable for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, and the Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister chargeable for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, opened the G7 Industry, Digital and Technology Ministers’ Meeting in Montréal, Quebec.
Minister Joly and Minister Solomon are welcoming business companions, worldwide delegates and G7 counterparts to debate how superior economies can strengthen provide chains, speed up innovation and deepen cooperation on industrial competitiveness. The discussions will deal with constructing resilient economies, increasing trusted digital infrastructure, unlocking new alternatives for progress throughout the G7 and supporting the transition to a resilient and safe digital economic system whereas upholding financial and nationwide safety priorities. The work will construct on the G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, the place leaders adopted the Kananaskis Common Vision for the Future of Quantum Technologies, and the G7 Critical Minerals Action Plan, and revealed the G7 Leaders’ Statement on Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Prosperity.
In a time of worldwide uncertainty and fast industrial and technological change, it’s extra essential than ever for G7 companions, trusted allies, business leaders and worldwide collaborators to work collectively to strengthen provide chains, foster innovation and be certain that the worldwide industrial sector stays an engine of financial progress and prosperity.
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“Canada, which is currently G7 President, stands at the forefront of innovation and advanced manufacturing and boasts world-class talent. Together with our G7 partners and allies, we are strengthening global supply chains and making strategic investments to ensure our industries remain resilient and continue to be powerful engines of growth and opportunity for generations to come.”
– The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister chargeable for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions
“Canada is leading a G7 vision where artificial intelligence and digital innovation drive productivity, empower workers and SMEs, and strengthen democratic values. Our goal is simple: build a trusted, secure and competitive digital future that delivers prosperity for everyone.”
– The Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister chargeable for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario
Quick information
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The Group of Seven (G7) is an off-the-cuff grouping of seven of the world’s superior economies (Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States, in addition to the European Union). Its members meet yearly at G7 summits to debate international financial and geopolitical points.
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In 2025, Canada and its G7 companions will have fun 50 years of partnership and cooperation. Ever since France hosted the primary assembly in 1975, the G7 has been a driving drive for worldwide peace, financial prosperity and sustainable improvement.
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From June 15 to 17, 2025, G7 leaders gathered in Kananaskis, Alberta, for the G7 Summit. As host, Canada led discussions on shared priorities, together with worldwide commerce, peace and safety, and international financial stability.
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The Ministers’ Meeting will help concrete motion that aligns with the broader priorities of Canada’s G7 Presidency: defending our communities and the world, constructing power safety and accelerating the digital transition, and securing the partnerships of the longer term.
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Gabrielle Landry
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Industry and Minister chargeable for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions
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Sofia Ouslis
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister chargeable for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario
[email protected]
Media Relations
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
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