Canada could join European Union as first associate member

Canada is moving closer to becoming the first ever associate member of the European Union. European Union leaders are backing Canada's push to join the economic bloc in this new status. Reports suggest this potential move could serve as a model for other countries outside the bloc, or highlight the separation of nations like Britain from European trade agreements. Major news organizations including The Conversation, The Australian, Nine.com.au, The Guardian, and the Australian Broadcasting Corporation have reported on the developing partnership between Ottawa and Brussels.