Transport networks, medical oxygen among areas discussed by Canada business team

High Commissioner of Canada to Guyana, Sébastien Sigouin (seated at centre) with members of the delegation. (Canadian High Commission photo)

A high-level Canadian delegation led by High Commissioner of Canada to Guyana, Sébastien Sigouin concluded a  four-day visit here on November 15, 2024 during which a range issues were discussed including potential investment in transportation networks and medical oxygen.

The delegation, which included representatives from Canada’s top commercial and development entities, sought to bolster economic ties and explore investment opportunities here, according to a release yesterday from the Canadian High Commission.

The Canadian delegation comprised officials from the Canadian Commercial Corporation (CCC), Export Development Canada (EDC), ON2 Solutions, WSP, and Aecon. They met the Ministers of Housing and Water, Health, Finance, Tourism, Industry and Commerce, and Public Works, as well as leaders from Scotiabank, the Guyana Office for Investment (G-Invest)  and also had a discussion with  President Irfaan Ali.