Photo: Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Minister for Foreign Affairs
Canada and Ghana have just struck a sky-high deal that’s set to shake up travel and trade between the two nations—opening the runway for more flights, bigger business, and booming tourism.
The landmark agreement, signed off by Canada’s Transport Minister Anita Anand, flings open the skies, giving airlines from both countries more freedom, more flights, and more profit potential.
Under the deal, airlines from Canada and Ghana can:
✅ Up to 14 passenger flights and 10 all-cargo flights weekly.
✅ Airlines can fly to and from any city in both countries.
✅ More airlines can jump on board—boosting competition and slashing fares.
“This agreement unlocks new opportunities for travellers and businesses, deepening our economic and cultural ties,” said Minister Anand.
With trade between Canada and Ghana already hitting $380 million in 2023, the fresh air corridor is expected to supercharge business, speed up exports, and lure in more tourists. Minister Mary Ng, in charge of Export Promotion, hailed it as a game-changer for Canadian firms eyeing West Africa’s growing market.
The move is part of Canada’s Blue Sky policy, designed to rip through red tape and let airlines compete, expand, and thrive. The bottom line? More flights, lower fares, and a jet-fuelled boost to trade.
With airlines ready to launch flights immediately, Ghanaian and Canadian travellers could soon be jetting off faster, cheaper, and with fewer stopovers. The skies just got a whole lot friendlier!
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