As a result of their deliberations committees may make recommendations which they include in their reports for the consideration of the House of Commons or the Government. Recommendations related to this study are listed below.

Recommendation 1

That the Government of Canada, during negotiations for a free trade agreement with the Pacific Alliance, prioritize provisions that would minimize tariffs on Canada’s agricultural and other exports, and address non-tariff barriers that limit exports of Canadian products, including pork and cereals.

Recommendation 2

That the Government of Canada, during negotiations for a free trade agreement with the Pacific Alliance, endeavour to include provisions that would promote regulatory cooperation between Canada and the Pacific Alliance countries.

Recommendation 3

That the Government of Canada, during negotiations for a free trade agreement with the Pacific Alliance, seek to include enforceable provisions designed to protect investments. These provisions should not limit governments’ ability to adopt and maintain measures in the public interest, including those that protect the environment and those that ensure respect for human rights generally and the rights of Indigenous peoples specifically.

Recommendation 4

That the Government of Canada work with the Pacific Alliance to facilitate the mobility of businesspersons and professionals in a manner that does not reduce wages or the number of jobs for Canadians. Consideration should be given to including commitments in a Canada–Pacific Alliance free trade agreement regarding the temporary entry of businesspersons and professionals.

Recommendation 5

That the Government of Canada, during negotiations for a free trade agreement with the Pacific Alliance, work toward outcomes that would contribute to gender equality, promote labour standards and rights, and protect human rights, including those of Indigenous peoples.

Recommendation 6

That the Government of Canada ensure that Global Affairs Canada has sufficient resources to negotiate a free trade agreement with the Pacific Alliance without limiting its ability to negotiate, ratify or implement other free trade agreements.