
Maninder Sidhu
Minister of International Trade
Liberal
Government Contracts
Contracts awarded to entities linked to this member, as identified through disclosed holdings and lobbying activity
| Organization | Contracts | Total Value |
|---|---|---|
| Bombardier Inc. | 7 | $710,796,625.66 |
| MDA SPACE LTD. | 1 | $31,994,356.59 |
| Amazon Web Services Canada, Inc. | 43 | $30,006,337.78 |
| TELESAT CANADA | 8 | $22,491,632.08 |
| Kia Canada Inc. | 83 | $7,429,896.20 |
| TELUS Corporation | 1 | $554,737.41 |
| BlackBerry Limited | 2 | $112,190.73 |
| British Columbia Institute of Technology | 1 | $94,500.00 |
| Calian Group Ltd | 2 | $79,854.84 |
| Aerospace Industries Association of Canada | 1 | $40,000.01 |
| McKesson Canada | 1 | $24,085.99 |
Lobbying Activity
Organizations that have lobbied this member, sorted by frequency
Recent Mentions
Updated 2026-08-02Recent news, social media, and press mentions
Sidhu held a Brampton press conference on a new strategic exports office and CUSMA talks.
CBC/CP video coverage shows Sidhu holding a press conference in Brampton related to trade diversification and the launch of a new strategic exports office. The event also referenced ongoing CUSMA negotiations with the United States, indicating a focus on trade policy and export competitiveness.[3]
View source →Public parliamentary trackers recorded additional votes from Sidhu.
SimpleGov’s recent activity log shows Sidhu participating in House votes on housing, lawful access, hate speech legislation, and economic update implementation measures. This is a public mention of his parliamentary activity rather than a standalone media story.[13]
View source →Parliamentary records show Sidhu voting on Bill C-30 and related motions.
OpenParliament records show Sidhu voting yes on some Bill C-30 measures and no on others over the last several days. The activity reflects routine parliamentary business and does not include a policy statement or public comment.[4]
View source →Sidhu announced Canada’s next steps on trade diversification in Brampton.
Global Affairs Canada announced that Maninder Sidhu would make an important statement on Canada’s trade diversification strategy in Brampton, followed by a media availability. The notice frames the event as part of the federal government’s ongoing trade agenda, but it does not include the substance of his remarks.[9]
View source →Sidhu’s official social profile identifies him as trade minister and Brampton East MP.
His X profile describes him as Canada’s Minister of International Trade, the MP for Brampton East, and a National Campaign Co-Chair for Mark Carney 2025. The profile also lists Brampton, Ontario, and his personal interests.
View source →Maninder Sidhu answered reporters at a Canadian Chamber of Commerce summit.
CPAC’s coverage shows Sidhu, as Canada’s Minister of International Trade, taking questions from reporters in Ottawa during the Canadian Chamber of Commerce’s Future of Business Summit. The clip highlights his trade priorities, including Mercosur, India, and ASEAN.
View source →No recent news, social media posts, or public mentions of Maninder Sidhu found in the last 7 days.
Search results contain no news articles, social media posts, or public mentions of Maninder Sidhu from July 12–19, 2026. The most recent available content predates this timeframe, including a February 20, 2026 defense industrial plan event and a November 2025 trade talk announcement.
Maninder Sidhu discussed trade opportunities as India seeks a larger role for its companies in Canada.
Politico reported that Sidhu spoke in Toronto this week to chambers of commerce about trade and investment opportunities. The item frames his remarks in the context of India seeking a larger role for its companies in Canada.
View source →Maninder Sidhu called China's foreign minister visit to Canada a positive sign.
CityNews reported that Sidhu said the planned visit by China's foreign minister shows the Canada-China relationship is moving in the right direction. The report also noted comments from Prime Minister Mark Carney on the same day.
View source →Maninder Sidhu said the China visit is a positive sign and highlighted EV and supply chain talks.
A syndicated report said Sidhu, who visited China last month, met with EV companies and discussed Canada's supply chains. The report quoted him welcoming Chinese EVs, indicating a trade-focused message.
View source →Public repost of a Canadian Press story quoted Maninder Sidhu on China ties.
A party website reproduced the Canadian Press story on Sidhu's remarks about the Chinese foreign minister's visit to Canada. It preserves the same public statement and context about trade and diplomatic engagement.
View source →Maninder Sidhu addressed rebuilding Canada-India trade relations.
A recent CPAC segment highlights International Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu in a virtual news conference about restoring trade ties with India. The coverage centers on diplomatic and commercial engagement between the two countries.
View source →Parliamentary profile and recent activity show continued work by MP Maninder Sidhu.
The House of Commons profile lists recent parliamentary activity for Maninder Sidhu, including chamber interventions in the current session. This indicates ongoing legislative and constituency work for the Brampton East MP.
View source →Maninder Sidhu held a news conference on Canada-EU trade and digital trade talks.
Recent coverage shows the Canadian trade minister speaking alongside E.U. counterpart Maroš Šefčovič in Toronto, where they discussed CEDA implementation and launched digital trade negotiations. The remarks focused on expanding trade cooperation and resolving investment disputes more efficiently.
View source →Minister Sidhu advanced Canada's trade priorities at the G7 Trade Ministers' Meeting in Paris.
Canada's Global Affairs department said Maninder Sidhu attended the second G7 Trade Ministers' Meeting of 2026 and emphasized fair competition, sustainable e-commerce, rules-based trade, and supply chain resiliency for critical minerals. He also highlighted Canada's trade-diversification priorities and the importance of attracting new trade and investment opportunities.
View source →Sidhu discussed Canada-India trade prospects ahead of a potential deal.
In a CityNews interview, Maninder Sidhu discussed the federal government's trip to India and said he was working with his Indian counterpart to move forward on a free trade agreement. The segment framed the talks around expanding trade ties and addressing constituent concerns.
View source →Sidhu called for expanded engagement with India on trade.
CityNews reported that Sidhu urged deeper trade engagement with India as negotiations were set to resume. The article said an agreement could benefit Canadian agriculture and energy exports, reflecting his focus on trade diversification.
View source →Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu promotes defence industrial plan in Waterloo.
International Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu held a news conference in Waterloo, Ontario to highlight the federal government's defence industrial strategy. The announcement aims to create over 125,000 high-paying jobs and increase Canada's defence exports by 50%.
View source →Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu eyes new markets and smaller trade delegations.
Ottawa's trade minister announced plans to sign deals in South America, Southeast Asia, Africa and beyond, while also encouraging businesses to utilize existing Canadian trade agreements. Sidhu emphasized his role as Canada's top salesman to open doors for businesses and access new markets.
View source →Minister of International Trade Maninder Sidhu speaks with reporters on the sidelines of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce's Future of Business Summit.
Maninder Sidhu, Canada's Minister of International Trade, addressed reporters in Ottawa during the event. The news conference focused on business and trade topics. It occurred three days ago with over 1.2K views.
View source →Public Disclosures
Financial and ethics disclosures filed with the registry
Liabilities
Mortgage with the Royal Bank of Canada joint with spouse.
Spouse's/Common-Law Partner's activities
President and director of Bay City Brokers.
Director of Sidcor Enterprises Ltd.
Spouse's/Common-Law Partner's investment in private corporations
Controlling interest in Bay City Brokers Ltd., a customs brokerage company located in Mississauga, Ontario.
Controlling interest in Sidcor Enterprises Ltd., a holding company in Summerland, British Columbia.
Spouse's/Common-Law Partner's source(s) of income
Last 12 months:
- Employment income from the Peel Board of Education.
- Business income from Bay City Brokers.
Next 12 months:
- Employment income from the Peel Board of Education.
- Business income from Bay City Brokers.
Summary Statement
Obligation to provide a confidential report has been met and all initial reporting and compliance measures have been taken to comply with the Conflict of Interest Act.
Contact Information
204-1 Gateway Boulevard Brampton, Ontario L6T 0G3