Marcos in Canada: Strengthening Philippine-Canada relations

Mikaela Ariar, Philippine Canadian Inquirer
July 5, 2026

Photo Courtesy: William Orsua

CANADA – Philippine President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. concluded his visit to Canada and departed on July 4, 2026, marking the first visit by a Filipino head of state to Canada in more than 10 years.

During the visit, both countries discussed ways to strengthen bilateral relations, with reports saying that it resulted in around US$2.5 billion in new investment commitments for the Philippines.

The President was also present at the Fairmont Pacific Rim Hotel for the signing of a memorandum of agreement between the Business Council of Canada and the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

Additionally, as Canadian companies showed interest in investing in the Philippines, Marcos further positioned the country as a “responsible” center for mineral processing and a strategic partner in the critical minerals industry.

However, before his departure, Marcos also tackled the continuing protests in the Philippines, saying that the government would not be afraid in pursuing accountability.