On August 1, 2023, the "Learning through Community Service (CSL)" agreement was signed between the University of Ottawa and the Mexican Embassy in Canada. This partnership allows Ottawa University students to participate in volunteer activities and projects at the Mexican Embassy under the experiential learning model, providing training programs and opportunities for volunteering in specific activities. The agreement reflects both institutions' commitment to promoting comprehensive education for future generations and enhancing community well-being.
Since the Community Service Learning (CSL) agreement began with the University of Ottawa, over 70 students from diverse majors and nationalities have contributed, including those studying Law, International Relations, Communication, and Psychology. They have been involved in various departments at the Embassy, such as Culture, Tourism, Education, Economy, and Political Affairs.
Their time at the Mexican Embassy has provided valuable learning experiences, significantly impacting the Embassy’s operations. The Embassy recognizes youth's critical role in today's social and labour contexts and remains dedicated to offering inclusive spaces for connection.
Students have been involved in a wide range of unique projects, including preparing innovation and linkage events, assisting in artistic activities, and conducting political and treaty analyses. These tasks offer a continuous learning environment where students gain insight into the dynamics and values of diplomacy, leading to a highly enriching experience.
The Embassy looks forward to welcoming more students in future semesters and ensuring that their experiences significantly contribute to their academic and professional growth. We invite you to enjoy some of their final products.
- Mexico- Canada Report.
- Study in Canada Handbook (Spanish Version).
- Changes to Canada's Study Permit Policy.
- Changes to Canada's Study Permit Policy (Spanish Version).
Innovation, Education & Agri-business
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Foreign Trade and Investment Opportunities
Mexico is Canada's one of the biggest trade partners with over $49.7 billion in two-way merchandise trade in 2022. according to the Ministry of Economy and the Bank of Mexico. In 2022, Mexico exported $22.2B to Canada, placing Canada as its 2nd global export partner. In 2022, the main Mexican exports to Canada were: delivery trucks, motor vehicles; parts and accessories, sparkignition engines, tracktors, broadcasting equipment, medical instruments and tropical fruits. The states with the highest trade with Canada in 2022 were the United States, China and Japan.
In the agri-food sector, Mexican exports of tomatoes, guavas, pappers, Ataulfo mangoes, avacadoes and berries are particularly noteworthy in Canada while Canada's exports to Mexico include rapedeess, motor vehicles; parts and accesories, raw aluminium, cars, wheat, liquid pumps, meat, petrolium gas and steels.
On January 1, 1994, North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), the first free trade agreement between Canada and Mexico, entered into force and was later updated to The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) on July 1, 2020. The Agreement aimed to create a more balanced, reciprocal trade supporting high-paying jobs for participants and growing the North American economy, as it is a mutually beneficial win for North American workers, farmers, ranchers, and businesses.
In terms of investment, according to figures from the Government of Mexico, furing the period from January to September 2023, the FDI from Canada to Mexico reached US$1.22B. Regionally, most Canadian investment has been concentrated in Mexico City and San Luis Potosi.
According to the Ministry of Economy, Canada is the 3rd country with the largest investment in Mexico.
In parallel to the Mexican government's efforts to promote the insertion of high-quality products in the Canadian market, there are several entities interested in strengthening and supporting the bilateral trade agenda. Among these are the Canada-Mexico Partnership (CMP), and Canada-U.S.-Mexico Chamber of International Commerce (CUSMEX) which aims to foster a constructive environment that enhances the business links between the three nations. Through these private bodies, business and training opportunities can be explored.
Discover ComerciaMx, an expansive digital network created through collaboration between ConnectAmericas, the Inter-American Development Bank, and Mexico's Ministry of Economy (SE). Designed to boost the exports of Mexican MSMEs, ComerciaMx offers access to an extensive directory encompassing clients, suppliers, partners, and investors. Dive into a wealth of training courses and explore purchase announcements from companies spanning Mexico and beyond. If you want to register and be part of this global network, please consult: ComerciaMx.
Consult the list of Oaxacan Products suppliers for exporting to international markets (catalog & website link).
List of importers of Mexican goods to Canada
In order to export Mexican products to Canada, you must comply with the regulations agreed between CUSMA and the government departments in Canada accordingly. The requirements for importing specific products into Canada can be found at the following link https://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/import/guide-eng.html. In addition, you can review information on how to export goods from Canada at the following link https://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/services/export/menu-eng.html.
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List of trade shows:
https://tfocanada.ca/exporters-or-support-agencies/ready-to-export/canadian-tradeshows/
Books available to the public
In 2023, the National Institute of Statistics and Geography of Mexico reported that only 68.5% of the population over 18 years old consumed materials by the Reading Module (MOLEC), which represents a decrease of 12.3 percentage points since 2016.
Reading frequency decreases with age: while eight out of ten young people between 18 and 34 read, only six out of ten people aged 65 years or older maintain this habit.
Readers prefer books, followed closely by internet content such as forums or blogs. However, among the younger population, aged 18 to 34, the latter is preferred over books.
The study highlighted a relationship between the lack of reading habits and the absence of stimuli during childhood, such as visiting libraries or the experience of being read to by parents or guardians.
Below are some resources where you can enjoy reading resources open to the public.
- CARRANZA. EL HOMBRE. EL POLÍTICO. EL CAUDILLO. EL PATRIOTA. (Carranza. The Man. The Politician. The Leader. The Patriot).
- ¡VOLVIMOS A SALIR! UNA HISTORIA ORAL DEL MOVIMIENTO ESTUDIANTIL DE 1971 Y EL HALCONAZO. (We Were Going Out Again! An Oral History of the Student Movement of 1971 and the Halconazo).
- LAS MUJERES EN LA REVOLUCIÓN MEXICANA (1881-1921). (The Women in the Mexican Revolution (1881-1921).).
- NEZAHUALCOYOTL - MARTÍN LÓPEZ ÁVALOS.
- ESTATE, JUANA: BIOGRAFÍA PARA NIÑAS Y NIÑOS (Estate, Juana: Biography for boys and girls.) - LUIS AGUILAR.
- THE MANGY PARROT (THE FIVE CONDENSED BOOKS) SELECTION, INTRODUCTIONS AND PREFACE BY MARÍA ROSA PALAZÓN MAYORAL - JOSÉ JOAQUÍN FERNÁNDEZ DE LIZARDI.
- RICARDO FLORES MAGÓN LAND AND FREEDOM. THE LIFE OF A REBEL.
- SILENCE - EDGAR ALLAN POE.
- THE ART OF WAR - SUN TZU.
- LITTLE WOMEN - LOUISA MAY ALCOTT.
- ENGLISH I: STUDENT’S BOOK.
- CHILES EN MÉXICO: HISTORIAS, CULTURAS Y AMBIENTES. (Chilies in Mexico: Histories, Cultures, and Environments).