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Leadership on development, peace and security

June 25-26

As the 2010 G-8 President, Canada was proud to host this year’s G-8 summit on June 25-26 in Canada’s Muskoka region.

The Group of Eight (G-8) brings together the world’s major advanced economies—Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Russia, the United Kingdom and the United States.

The G-8 plays a leading role in international affairs. In partnership with the global community, it has helped establish concrete responses and gather significant resources to address critical global challenges in such areas as health, education and peace and security.

Muskoka was the fifth G-8 summit hosted by Canada since the country joined the prestigious international forum in 1976. The Muskoka 2010 G-8 Summit was a key opportunity for Canada to exercise its leadership on the world stage and promote Canadian values such as human rights, democracy and the rule of law.

Canada’s G-8 priorities from the Prime Minister.

Summit Outcomes

The focus of this year’s G-8 Summit was on key challenges related to development and international peace and security.

Summit Documents 

Prime Minister Stephen Harper concluded the Muskoka 2010 G-8 Summit with the Chair’s Press Conference on June 26, 2010. Read the final documents here to find out the outcome of the Summit.

Accountability

Accountability for results is an essential ingredient for the credibility and effectiveness of any forum, including the G-8.

Outreach

The Muskoka 2010 G-8 Summit included two outreach sessions on June 25.

Sherpa’s Blog

Canada’s G-8 Sherpa, Deputy Minister Leonard J. Edwards, takes you behind the scenes of summit preparations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find the answers to your questions about the G-8.

Summit Greening

The Government of Canada made every effort to organize a sustainably managed G-8 summit, consistent with the approach taken during previous high-level international events hosted by Canada.