Canada–Netherlands relations
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In 2019, Dutch Heritage Day was proclaimed as being on May 5 each year in Canada; coinciding with Liberation Day in the Netherlands.[5]
History
World War II to present
Following the
During 1945, the
In appreciation, the Dutch people sent tens of thousands of
State visits
In May 1967,
International cooperation
Canada and the Netherlands have worked very closely together on many foreign issues. They are both members of the United Nations (and its Specialized Agencies), the
Recent military cooperation
The
Afghanistan
As part of Operation Enduring Freedom, the Netherlands also deployed aircraft as part of the European Participating Air Force (EPAF) in support of ground operations in Afghanistan as well as Dutch naval frigates to police the waters of the Middle East/Indian Ocean. The Netherlands deployed further troops and helicopters to Afghanistan in 2006 as part of a new ISAF security operation in the south of the country.
Military sales
In 2007, the Netherlands sold 100 Leopard tanks to Canada. This include 20 Leopard 2-A6s and 80 Leopard 2-A4s. The agreement was announced during Dutch Defence Minister Eimert van Middelkoop's visit to Canada. As part of the agreement, the Dutch army intended to provide training for Canadian instructors.[16] The Dutch Army also uses the
Military treaties
Canada and the Netherlands have signed two separate treaties to govern and allow for the deployment of soldiers for training and mutual defense, in each other's territory. As NATO allies, under
Migration
According to the
Of all immigrant groups in Canada, those who are Dutch-speaking have shown a preference for farming that exceeds all other major groups. The capital and expertise they bring have made a substantial contribution to agriculture in Canada. Most Dutch immigrants settle in Ontario. Ontario has the lion's share of all Dutch immigrant farmers in Canada, with 58%. Alberta and British Columbia have similar proportions: 18% and 14% respectively. The Dutch represent a significant proportion of immigrants in the Atlantic provinces.[19]
The Dutch are world leaders in greenhouse technologies and many have brought their expertise to Canada. Thirty percent of all immigrant-run green-house operations have Dutch immigrants at the helm in Canada. Just under one-quarter of all immigrant nursery operators are Dutch.[19]
According to the Canadian Embassy in The Hague, between 4500 and 5000 Canadians live in the Netherlands.[20]
In London, Ontario the Dutch Canadian Society runs the Dutch Canadian Club one of the most popular clubs in that city.[21]
The Known Traveler Digital Identity
Keeping in line with the high level of cooperation between both nations, The Known Traveler Digital Identity is a joint venture between the governments of Canada and the Netherlands, and will be tested first on travelers going between those countries. The plan is to have it ready for a wider global rollout by 2020. The program will allow people to cross borders faster if they create a digital profile filled with their personal information on their mobile devices.[22]
Trade
In 2006, the Netherlands were the 8th ranked destination for Canadian exports (0.7%).[23] Canada and the Netherlands enjoy a mature relationship based on political, investment, trade, and historical ties.[24] To foster business and commercial relations between the Netherlands and Canada, the Dutch business community set up the Netherlands-Canadian Chamber of Commerce.[25]
In 2017,
Visa exemptions
Both countries exempt each other's citizens from obtaining a visa to enter. Visa-free travel is fully available to Canadian citizens in the Netherlands for a three-month period occurring in a half year.[28][29] Dutch citizens in Canada can travel visa-free for up to six months from date of entry.[30] The Netherlands remains a top European destination for Canadian tourists, especially those 45 years old or younger.
In June 2019, it was announced that by early 2020, there could be passport free travel between the two countries.[31] As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, these efforts were postponed indefinitely, as international travel declined dramatically.
Youth exchange
Because of the special relationship they share, Canada and the Netherlands have adopted liberal policies exclusive to one another and offer special working visas to youth from each country.[32][33] However, these special visa policies have conditions: Dutch youth must have a job offer before the visa is granted and Canadian youth must agree to limits of how long they can remain in the Netherlands. Citizens of the Netherlands and Canada between the ages of 18 and 25 are eligible and there are no restrictions for applicants status (non-students are equally eligible).[34][35]
Resident diplomatic missions
- Canada has an embassy in The Hague.[36]
- Netherlands has an embassy in Ottawa and consulates-general in Toronto and Vancouver.[37]
See also
- Foreign relations of Canada
- Foreign relations of the Netherlands
- Canada–European Union relations
- Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement
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- ^ Embassy of Canada in The Hague
- ^ Embassy of the Netherlands in Ottawa