Canada

Canada boasts a strong technology and innovation sector, with a particular focus on advancing AI, cloud infrastructure and cybersecurity. Canada’s ICT market is estimated at around USD 146 billion in 2026. The digital transformation of the Canadian government is guided by the Government of Canada’s Digital Ambition 2024-2025, which centres on user-focused, trustworthy digital services and the responsible use of data and AI.

As G7 members, Germany and Canada cooperate on issues of digital transformation, cybersecurity and artificial intelligence. The planned merger of Aleph Alpha and Cohere is set to create a transatlantic AI powerhouse, reflecting the strong partnership between Germany and Canada.

To further deepen cooperation on emerging technologies and digital policy, Germany and Canada established the Canada-Germany Digital Alliance. The alliance particularly promotes collaboration on AI, quantum technologies, digital sovereignty, digital infrastructure and innovation in the digital economy.

Dr Karsten Wildberger (German Federal Minister for Digital Transformation and Government Modernisation, BMDS) and Evan Solomon (Canada’s Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation) agreed to launch the Canada-Germany Digital Alliance on 8 December 2025, in Montréal. Here is what they say about the Canadian-German partnership:

“As G7 partners, Canada and Germany stand together in innovation and prosperity. Through the Canada–Germany Digital Alliance, we are deepening our collaboration on artificial intelligence, research exchanges and digital infrastructure. The partnerships announced today reflect our shared commitment to building a modern, tech-enabled economy that will enhance productivity across our countries.”
– The Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario

“Germany and Canada have a lot in common and have a fruitful relationship, nourished by our shared values. I believe there is a big potential for strong and deep collaboration between our two countries around topics such as artificial intelligence and digital sovereignty. With the Canada–Germany Digital Alliance, we are going to work together to foster a dynamic business environment that supports innovation and technology startups across the digital economy in both countries.”
– Dr Karsten Wildberger, Germany’s Federal Minister for Digital Transformation and Government Modernisation

On 14 February 2026, the two countries also signed a Joint Declaration of Intent on cooperation in artificial intelligence on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference. The agreement supports the development of sovereign digital infrastructure, strengthens talent and innovation and makes it easier for companies to access international AI ecosystems.

In addition, Germany will serve as a partner country at ALL IN 2026, Canada’s largest AI trade fair, held in Montréal. Germany will be represented there with a country pavilion, giving innovative AI companies a platform to showcase their work. The goal is to raise the visibility of German AI expertise and foster new partnerships across business, research and policy.