Grenada is currently hosting a landmark Canada–India Trade and Investment Mission from 10–14 June 2026, bringing together a high-level delegation of investors, business leaders, and institutional stakeholders from Canada and India to explore opportunities for trade, investment, and long-term economic cooperation.
This strategic initiative is led by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Export Development — through its Division of Trade and Export Development — in collaboration with the Grenada Investment Development Corporation (GIDC), the Consul General of Grenada in Toronto Gerry Hopkin, and the High Commissioner to Canada H E Sylvester Quarless.
It builds on engagements held in Toronto in August 2025, where discussions among Prime Minister Hon. Dickon Mitchell, representatives of the Grenada High Commission and Consulate in Canada, and private-sector stakeholders — including leading businessman Laj Prasher — laid the foundation for deeper economic collaboration.
The mission is designed to strengthen bilateral and trilateral partnerships and position Grenada as a competitive destination for investment across priority sectors, including education, science and technology, pharmacology, tourism and hospitality, manufacturing, and services.
The 5-day programme features a series of high-impact engagements aimed at facilitating direct interaction between the Government, investors, and private sector stakeholders. The mission officially commenced with a welcome reception hosted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Export Development, setting the tone for strategic dialogue and partnership-building.
Key engagements include:
- High-level courtesy calls with the prime minister and cabinet ministers
- Trade and Investment Roundtable and Business Forum, facilitating sector-specific dialogue and investment matchmaking
- Education and Human Capital Forum, focusing on academic partnerships and workforce development
- Business-to-Business (B2B) engagements and networking sessions
- Sectoral site visits, including investment projects and infrastructure
- An excursion to Carriacou, highlighting tourism and development opportunities on the sister isle
These engagements are designed to transition from dialogue to action, enabling the identification of concrete opportunities and the development of strategic partnerships.
Driving Investment and Institutional Collaboration
A central focus of the mission is the advancement of Grenada’s education and training sector through international collaboration. Discussions are expected to progress toward Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) and other corporate agreements, particularly in areas of skills development, academic exchange, and institutional strengthening.
Notably, Niagara College, represented by Vice President Sean Coote, has expressed strong interest in expanding collaboration with Grenadian partners. Proposed areas of cooperation include:
- Scholarships and student financing initiatives
- Joint academic programmes and international student mobility
- Skills training in hospitality, tourism, and technical fields
- Support for national training initiatives and workforce development
These partnerships are expected to involve key local institutions, including the Ministry of Education, St George’s University (SGU), T A Marryshow Community College (TAMCC), National Training Agency (NTA), and New Life Organisation (NEWLO).
Positioning Grenada for growth
The mission forms part of Grenada’s broader strategy to diversify its economy, attract foreign direct investment (FDI), and strengthen global economic linkages. It also serves as a precursor to a planned Trade and Investment Summit in Toronto later in 2026, which will further consolidate partnerships and expand opportunities for engagement.
The Government of Grenada remains committed to creating a supportive and investor-friendly environment, and this mission underscores its proactive approach to international engagement and economic development.
Canada–India Trade and Investment Mission to Grenada
