Thank you for the question.
First, opening an embassy would signal Canada's intention to collaborate more with Syria and to be more active on the ground. It would also support Syrian civil society. Demand from Canadian and Syrian citizens would also have to be considered. The goal would be to make their lives easier because there's always war somewhere in the region, whether in Syria or in countries neighbouring Syria.
Syria is now more stable than it used to be. With war going on between the United States and Iran, Syria is more stable. There are lots of evacuations, and embassy staff in Syria have been transferred to Lebanon and Jordan. Syria is now being treated as a humanitarian evacuation partner for foreign citizens and embassy staff in other countries. The criteria are related to demand from citizens and the political will to co-operate with Syria.
The answer to both of your questions is yes.