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Canada could become 'first associate member' of EU, bloc's chief says
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said the European Union is considering a new associate membership status for Canada. The EU currently has 27 member states. No timeline or specific terms for such an arrangement have been announced.
Original reporting: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/16/canada-eu-associate-member-von-der-leyen.html