Canada University Delegation to Visit India
Canadian universities are poised to enhance academic and research connections with India, as Universities Canada heads a nationwide delegation to the nation from February 2 to 6, following a surge in Canada-India relations and the initiation of talks for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement.
A delegation of 21 Canadian university presidents will spend five days visiting Goa, New Delhi, and Gujarat International Finance Tech-City to engage with leaders from India's higher education sector, government, and industry.
The objective seeks to enhance research cooperation, establish industry alliances, and investigate sustainable frameworks for transnational education.
The delegation is rooted in Canada’s recently revealed $1.7-billion strategy for research and talent in the federal budget, and it corresponds with the New Roadmap for Canada-India relations introduced in October 2025. Universities Canada stated that the visit indicates increasing momentum for a refreshed collaboration between the two nations.
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Christopher Cooter, High Commissioner of Canada to the Republic of India says, “Canada and India have a long history of collaboration in the education sector. The visit by Canadian University presidents is a big step in our renewed collaboration on research and education initiatives, as guided by the New Roadmap for Canada-India relations.”
The mission highlights the role of higher education in strengthening long-term cooperation between the two countries. Meetings during the visit will focus on academic exchange, joint research and partnerships that connect universities with industry.
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Dinesh K Patnaik, High Commissioner of India to Canada says, Education is a cornerstone of the India-Canada partnership, strengthening people-to-people ties and advancing collaboration in research, innovation, and sustainable development. The visit of Canadian University Presidents marks an important step in deepening academic cooperation and advancing a forward-looking agenda for enhanced India-Canada collaboration.”
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Gabriel Miller, president and CEO of Universities Canada says, “Universities are essential to building the global partnerships that create economic growth and opportunity. As Canada and India renew their vitally important relationship, this mission reflects and advances our commitment to create lasting, shared success for both of our countries.”