GCCI calls for visa-free access to Canada for Guyanese

The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce & Industry (GCCI), in a statement said the body notes an announcement emanating from the Government of Canada which indicates that 13 countries have qualified to receive visa-free access to the country. This list includes Latin American and Caribbean territories, and others.

In light of this move, the Chamber of Commerce said it would like to take the opportunity to reiterate its call for visa-free access for Guyanese to Canada. “Having established diplomatic relations with Guyana since 1964, the two countries have developed strong economic and commercial ties, developed on mutual respect for democracy and enterprise. “

Currently, Guyana is the third largest merchandising partner with Canada in the Caribbean Community and is one of the fastest growing economies in the world, the body stated.

GCCI said the organisation continues to deepen relations with Canada, having established MoUs with a number of sister agencies in the country, hosting and fielding trade missions and continuing to work to support partnerships between Guyanese and Canadian companies.

Stating with the Guyanese-Canadian in excess of 85,000, GCCI said it is their belief  the removal of the visa restriction of Guyanese to Canada will serve to engender improved trade relations, support deeper commercial and economic ties and support economic growth for both territories.