Carney announces first-ever Canada Investment Summit in Toronto
Canada Investment Summit to attract global investors and drive $1 trillion in economic growth
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced the launch of the first-ever Canada Investment Summit, a major global event aimed at attracting foreign investment and accelerating economic growth across key sectors.
The summit will take place September 14–15, 2026, in Toronto, bringing together leading global investors, CEOs, entrepreneurs, and business leaders to explore opportunities in Canada’s economy.
Positioning Canada as a global investment leader
The federal government says the Canada Investment Summit is part of a broader strategy to position the country as a top destination for foreign direct investment (FDI).
Over the past year, Canada has secured:
- More than 20 economic and defence partnerships
- Approximately $97 billion in foreign investment commitments
The summit is expected to build on that momentum by showcasing Canada’s strengths in energy, technology, and innovation.
Focus on key growth sectors
The event will focus on attracting investment into industries central to Canada’s long-term economic strategy, including:
- Clean and conventional energy
- Critical minerals
- Artificial intelligence and emerging technologies
Officials say these sectors are critical to creating high-paying jobs and strengthening Canada’s global competitiveness.
Partnership with major Canadian investors
The summit will be hosted by the federal government in partnership with:
- Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPP Investments)
- Public Sector Pension Investment Board (PSP Investments)
Both organizations are among Canada’s largest institutional investors and are expected to play a key role in connecting global capital with Canadian opportunities.
Targeting $1 trillion in investment
The Canada Investment Summit is part of the government’s broader goal to catalyze $1 trillion in total investment over the next five years.
Federal investments and incentives—estimated at $280 billion—are expected to help unlock additional funding from private and institutional partners.
Canada’s competitive advantages include:
- AAA credit rating
- Lowest net debt-to-GDP ratio in the G7
- Access to 1.5 billion consumers through free trade agreements
- A highly educated workforce and growing AI sector
Supporting nation-building projects
The summit is also tied to Canada’s push to accelerate major infrastructure and economic projects through the Major Projects Office.
To date, projects worth more than $126 billion—including nuclear, LNG, and critical minerals initiatives—have been advanced as part of this strategy.
Driving long-term economic growth
Prime Minister Carney said the summit will help translate Canada’s economic strengths into real investment and job creation.
“Canada has what the world wants,” Carney said in a statement, pointing to the country’s energy resources, workforce, and fiscal stability.
Officials say the summit will serve as a platform to build new partnerships, attract capital, and reinforce Canada’s role in the global economy.
Source: Prime Minister’s Office (pm.gc.ca)
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