Canadian Embassy in Ireland

Relations between Ireland and Canada are close, based on family ties, cultural affinities and shared democratic political traditions. Almost 3.9 million Canadians, or 13% of the population, claim some Irish ancestry. In recent years, shared values and interests have provided the basis for a further strengthening of the Canada-Ireland relationship, particularly in meeting the challenges of domestic and global governance. There is a growing dialogue and increased cooperation and sharing of "best practices" on development assistance, education, parliamentary reform, healthcare, and in other social and economic policies.