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Govt of Canada secures expanded market access for fish, seafood & aquatic products
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Saturday, 13 June, 2026, 15 : 00 PM [IST]
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Canada
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The Government of Canada is expanding opportunities for Canada’s fish, seafood and aquatic products sector with five new and renewed market access gains in Vietnam, Oman, Brazil, Armenia and Costa Rica. These achievements, led by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) through engagement with international partners, will support trade diversification and open new pathways for Canadian exporters in key global markets.
Canada has regained access for chilled and frozen finfish fillets and steaks to Vietnam following the country’s acceptance of a Canadian health certificate. This restores access for products that were restricted since 2022, when Vietnam introduced new aquatic animal health requirements that prevented exports of certain species. The acceptance of Canada’s certificate will allow the resumption of exports of these products and strengthen an already growing trade relationship.
Canada has also secured new market access for the export of live and non-live fish and seafood products for human consumption to Oman. Oman’s acceptance of two Canadian health certificates now enables the full range of Canadian fish and seafood products to enter a market with strong demand for high-quality imported seafood.
In Brazil, Canada has gained new access for cultured finfish products for human consumption. Brazil’s approval of a Canadian health certificate for aquaculture finfish expands eligibility beyond wild-caught products and opens the door for Canadian aquaculture producers to compete in a market that continues to seek diverse and reliable seafood sources.
Canada has also gained new access for Canadian fish and seafood products to Armenia following the country’s approval of a Canadian health certificate for products intended for human consumption. This new access helps position Canadian exporters in a growing market while advancing Canada’s broader trade diversification objectives for the seafood sector.
Canada has additionally secured new market access for the export of ornamental fish feed to Costa Rica. This enables Canadian exporters to access a niche but growing market for ornamental fish feed products and creates new commercial opportunities in Central America.
Together, these market access gains demonstrate Canada’s commitment to supporting a competitive and diversified fish and seafood sector and reflect the value of science-based regulatory cooperation with international partners.
Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, said, “Canada’s fish, seafood and aquatic products producers are known around the world for their high-quality products, and today’s market access gains will help them reach even more customers. By working closely with our international partners and relying on the CFIA’s scientific and technical expertise, we are opening new doors for Canadian exporters and supporting jobs in coastal and rural communities. These successes strengthen our trade relationships and reinforce Canada’s reputation as a trusted supplier in global seafood markets.”
Joanne Thompson, Minister of Fisheries, said, "Canada has the best seafood in the world. When buyers see a Canadian product, they know they're getting something sustainable and responsibly harvested. We already export to more than 100 countries. That demand is real, and it's growing. We are opening new markets, finding new buyers, and making sure the benefits flow back to harvesters and the coastal communities they call home."
Timothy Kennedy, president & CEO, Canadian Aquaculture Industry Alliance, said, "The Canadian Aquaculture Industry Alliance applauds CFIA’s ongoing efforts to secure and expand international market access opportunities for Canada's seafood farmers. Canada’s seafood brand is highly respected around the world, and with growing global demand for high-quality, sustainable seafood, the CFIA plays a crucial role in helping Canadian producers diversify exports and further strengthen Canada’s reputation as a trusted supplier in global seafood markets."
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