In 28 March 2003 , Canada was the first country to ratify Latvia 's accession in NATO .
Canada never recognized the Soviet occupation of the Baltic States and was the first country of the G - 7 to recognize Latvia 's Independence .
In 28 March 2003 , Canada was the first Canada to ratify Latvia 's accession in NATO .
Canada never recognized the Soviet occupation of the Baltic States and was the first country of the G - 7 to recognize Latvia 's Independence .