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.
