From June 15 to 17, 2025, G7 leaders will gather in Kananaskis, Alberta, as Canada assumes the G7 presidency. During its G7 presidencies, Canada has demonstrated global leadership by developing innovative initiatives to address global security and economic crises, health issues, and development challenges.

The G7 expanded into the G8 between 1997 and 2013, with the inclusion of Russia. However, Russia's participation was suspended in 2014 following the illegal annexation of Crimea. Over the years G7 has progressively expanded its focus.