Canada–Syria relations were established on 20 May 1965,[2] and they have been significantly affected by the ongoing Syrian Civil War since 2011.

Canada and Syria opened embassies in each other's countries following the establishment of diplomatic relations in 1965.

[2] Relations became strained due to Syria's human rights issues and involvement in regional conflicts, and Canada's diplomatic stance shifted further with the outbreak of the Syrian civil war.

[12] Canada is one of the largest resettlement countries for Syrian refugees, admitting tens of thousands since the beginning of the war.

[13] Canada has imposed sanctions on Syrian government officials and institutions in response to human rights abuses.