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August 2010
Contact the Trade Commissioner Service of your province to obtain export advice and guidance to help you achieve your international business goals.
Want to export your medical devices to the European Union? Don’t miss this workshop, to be held in Montreal, Toronto and Vancouver.
July 2010
Accounts receivable may represent 40% or more of a company’s assets. Get accounts receivable insurance to avoid risks of non-payment.
Do you work on drug development? BIOTECanada and the Consulate General of Canada in Boston would like to invite you to participate in the upcoming Biotech Partnering Initiative that will take place during the BioPharm AmericaTM 2010.
Listen to the latest CanadExport podcast and get some key advice to improve your business pitch.
Take advantage of business opportunities to manufacture and sell your food products under Kosher certification in the New York metro area.
June 2010
On June 30, Minister Van Loan announced that legislation to implement Canada's free trade agreement with Colombia has received Royal Assent. Once implemented, the Agreement will benefit Canadian producers, exporters and investors.
Canada has secured a breakthrough agreement with China to allow staged market access for beef and tallow. This historic agreement will mean more opportunity for Canadian farmers and the businesses that serve them.
Register now and discover various options to facilitate your cross-border shipments to the United States.
Fluctuations of the Canadian dollar relative to other currencies can impact your business profits. Register now and learn how to manage the risks associated to foreign exchange market.
Canada has secured an extension of transitional measures so canola producers will be able to export their 2010 canola crops to China.
Registering a trademark is an important and worthwhile investment of your time and money, especially if your company plans to export its branded products. To learn more, read the latest news from the CanadExport Magazine.
Canadian producers and exporters will benefit from full market access with the re-opening of Panama’s market to Canadian breeding cattle and expanding market access to bovine genetics.
Watch how the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service can help you grow your business abroad.
May 2010
Minister Van Loan delivered a keynote address to Canadian and Spanish business leaders about the progress towards a Canada-European Union comprehensive economic and trade agreement.
This webinar will show Canadian companies how to become a global trade guru in their commercial relations with the U.S.: Mastering the Art of U.S. logistics and trade compliance.
Maximize your company's profitability and competitiveness abroad by linking in to complex business networks. Contact your Trade Commissioner to learn how Global Value Chains can transform your business.
The Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) has updated market reports related to Canada's industry sectors. These updates will provide you with insight that will help you take advantage of recent business opportunities abroad.
Minister Van Loan participated in the historic signing of the Canada-Panama Free Trade Agreement, and parallel agreements on Labour Cooperation and on the Environment.
April 2010
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The new agreement is good news for Canadian travellers and businesses. It will improve and expand air services between Canada and Central America.
If you are doing business in the U.S. information technology healthcare sector, we encourage you to join this webinar to learn more about information privacy and security protection and avoid costly administrative penalties.
Canada’s visa office in Mexico City has established a special visa application program for Mexican business travellers. The program will help Canadian and Mexican companies do business together.
Attend workshops hosted by the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service to learn the best market entry strategies to sell your information and communications technologies in the U.S.
Canada and China will celebrate their 40th year of diplomatic relations. The joint celebration will allow Canada and China to promote their mutual commercial awareness and increase business opportunities.
March 2010
CANADA @ BIO: Meet and network with representatives of leading biotech companies, research institutions and investors driving the global life sciences industry.
Tap into a world of Agriculture and Agri-Food trends and business opportunities with the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service’s Market Reports.
Attend this webinar and learn how to protect your intellectual property assets through legal methods.
Canada introduced legislation to implement the Canada-Jordan free trade agreement (FTA). Upon implementation, the FTA will eliminate tariffs on over 99 per cent of Canadian exports by value.
From March 15 to 18, Minister Van Loan visited South Africa and Kenya to promote Canada as a supplier of high-quality of goods and services, and expand trade opportunities for Canadian business in Africa.
February 2010
Canada and the United States signed an agreement that will allow Canadian companies to participate in U.S. infrastructure projects financed under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.
Increase your company's profitability and competitiveness abroad through this new business model. Contact your Trade Commissioner and take advantage of his expertise.
With the opening of six new offices in emerging business centres in China, the Trade Commissioner Service now provides a significant competitive advantage for Canadian companies.
The Canadian Trade Commissioner Service’s (TCS) provides more than 100 market reports on green, clean and environmental technologies. Find out the latest trends and business opportunities!
Read on as a Canadian entrepreneur shares his experience managing intellectual property risks in China and why his company is still thriving there today.
Minister Van Loan announced that Canada and the United States have reached an agreement in principle that would allow Canadian companies to participate in U.S. infrastructure projects.
Canadian businesses wishing to seek U.S. opportunities in this market must understand the relationship between various stakeholders. This webinar will enable them to develop an effective business strategy to succeed.
January 2010
On January 19, Prime Minister Stephen Harper announced the nomination of Peter Van Loan as Minister of International Trade.
As part of a comprehensive investment outreach strategy, the Department of International Trade launched a new video to promote Canada as a creative and competitive business partner of choice to global business leaders.
The department can provide information to Canadian companies on how to work with major international relief organizations.
A new program has been launched to support Canadian companies that want to invest responsibly in developing countries. This program will also help to reduce poverty and promote sustainable economic growth.
Minister Day announces the launch of a website to help Canadian mining and oil and gas companies operating abroad fulfill their social and environmental responsibilities.
Canadian companies from the food sector interested in exporting to the U.S. market can benefit from the private label concept. Register now and learn why this strategy is the right approach for your company.
December 2009
Are you considering establishing a U.S. business presence, contracting a manufacturer’s representative or setting up a partnership with an American business? The choice is yours!
You can now find contact information for a Trade Commissioner Service office faster than ever. Try it!
Canada signed the largest and most comprehensive air transport agreement with all 27 European Union (EU) member states. This agreement will help boost Canada's economy by creating new jobs and expanding our commercial links.
Minister Day tabled in Parliament the government’s Response to the Legislative Review of EDC. The Response includes proposals to ensure EDC meets the current and future needs of Canadian companies.
Get practical advices on cross border movement for Canadian business people and learn to identify the proper U.S. corporate structure.
The latest "Ask the Trade Commissioner Service" column looks at how the B-1 business visa can save you time and money at the U.S. border.
The Canadian Trade Commissioner Service increases its footprint in emerging business centres in China by opening six new offices in the following cities: Chengdu, Nanjing, Qingdao, Shenyang, Shenzhen and Wuhan.
November 2009
Minister Day congratulated the winners of the inaugural Canada Export Achievement Awards. These awards highlight the outstanding success of small and mid-sized Canadian companies in export markets around the world.
IBM will present business opportunities for Canadian organizations in order to offer Smarter Planet Solutions.
This webinar will help you assess how your company can benefit from the United States Health Information Technology Market.
Canada introduced legislation to implement the Canada-Jordan free trade agreement (FTA). Upon implementation, the FTA will eliminate tariffs on Canadian exports to Jordan.
Is your aerospace company looking to diversify its business and markets? This Webinar will help you assess opportunities in the U.S. rotary wing sector.
Minister Day is in India to promote the importance of our bilateral trade relationship. Last week, he visited the Philippines and Thailand, and attended APEC meetings in Singapore.
The Trade Commissioner Service answers a company looking to sell its door products in Iraq and Afghanistan and is looking to make the right contacts.
October 2009
Finding qualified contacts is one of the ways the Trade Commissioner Service can help export-ready Canadian companies.
September 2009
This week's Ask the Trade Commissioner Service column features questions from an entrepreneur who wants to unlock the keys to U.S. exporting rules for clothing. A Trade Commissioner in Chicago responds.
October 2009
Canada and the United States have very different banking systems. Take this opportunity to find out more about the differences between Canadian and U.S. banks and the services that U.S. banks can provide to Canadian exporters!
September 2009
Is your business looking to expand into the United States? Then, get the edge over the U.S. tax man by learning practical tax advice for Canadian companies in the United States.
October 2009
The Canadian Trade Commissioner Service offers the country's small-business owners assistance in 168 ways as they seek global markets for their products and services.
On October 27th, 2009, the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada and the Ontario Ministry of Economic Development and Trade will be hosting a 25th Anniversary of the New Exporters to Border States (NEBS) program Celebration.
Minister Day attended a meeting of the trade ministers of the three NAFTA countries. They discussed how our countries can build on the success of NAFTA.
September 2009
The new office will provide market intelligence and expert advice to help Canadian companies to take advantage of trade and investment opportunities in this highly sought-after market.
Kelowna and the Central Okanagan’s economy is extremely dynamic and diversified. This new office will help open doors for local businesses and help prepare them for the global marketplace.
Minister Day will travel to the three countries to strengthen bilateral investment in sectors such as aerospace, energy, communications technologies and agriculture.
Minister Day tabled in the House of Commons the texts of four new agreements signed between the two countries. Once implemented, these agreements will help further strengthen the bilateral relationship and increase trade and investment.
Minister Day will travel to Trinidad and Tobago to meet with ministers from the Caribbean Community (CARICOM). He will also be highlighting the mutual trade and investment opportunities for Canadian and Caribbean community (CARICOM) businesses.
Gerald Keddy, Parliamentary Secretary visited India to open a new Canadian trade office in Kolkata, and to attend WTO meeting in order to support an ambitious and balanced outcome to the Doha negotiations.
The interconnectedness of Canada and the United States speaks to the depth of our relationship. Our safe and secure Canada - U.S. border facilitates over $1million in cross border trade each and every minute, adding up to over $742 billion in goods and services.
August 2009
Minister Day travelled to South America to open doors in the region for Canadian businesses and increase opportunities for bilateral trade.
Once implemented, a free trade agreement will improve access for goods and services in Panama’s market, allowing Canadian business to compete on a level playing field. It will also eliminate tariffs in a range of sectors, including for industrial, agricultural, forestry, fish and seafood products.
The bilateral agreement allows scheduled direct air services between Canada and South Africa. Canadians will now be able to fly more easily to South Africa, a regional hub for trade and investment.
Canada and Peru implemented their bilateral free trade agreement (FTA) on August 1, 2009. Canadian producers now benefit from the elimination of tariffs on exports into Peru.
July 2009
Looking to have access to the California ICT market? Register to one of our regional boot camps.
Approximately USD130 billion of construction-related spending is included in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. Adjust your business strategy to win USA government infrastructure and construction projects.
The agreement will help facilitate stronger business ties, enhance tourism between Canada and New Zealand, and will help to create new jobs which will stimulate the Canadian economy.
The Canadian Embassy in Beijing and the Consulate General in Shanghai have organized an exhibition dedicated to the recruitment market in China. The eligible institutions are invited to exhibit in the Canada Pavilion which will be held in Beijing (October 17-19) and Shanghai (October 24-25).
On Saturday July 25, Minister Day ended a five-day visit to Singapore, Malaysia and Brunei, to open doors for Canadian business in Southeast Asia.
Canada and Korea can now offer scheduled air services as frequently as desired between both countries, and flights to and from third countries.
Stay informed of new trade and investment initiatives being undertaken by the government. Subscribe to our monthly e-newsletter or view our most recent issue online.
Canada’s free trade agreement with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) came into effect on July 1, 2009. This will benefit Canadian exporters and producers by allowing duty-free access to the markets of Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland.
June 2009
Minister Day travelled to Saudi Arabia and Jordan to promote Canadian companies as world-class suppliers of quality goods and services.
Minister Day travelled to France from June 25 to 26, 2009, to participate in important bilateral and multilateral meetings to reinforce Canada's trade agenda.
Minister Day is leading a trade mission to Russia from June 21 to June 24, 2009, which will showcase Canadian expertise in the infrastructure sector and promote two-way trade and investment.
The legislation to implement Canada's free trade agreement with Peru has been adopted by Parliament and received Royal Assent.
The Canadian Trade Commissioner Service's database is growing. We've just added 100 new market reports featuring: market briefs, industry profiles, overviews of key trade events, lists of contacts, and more.
Minister Day delivered a speech at the Conference of Montreal. He later met with EU Trade Commissioner Catherine Ashton to discuss the Canada-EU comprehensive economic and trade agreement.
Minister Day made important announcements related to funding opportunities for Canadian business and communities in a speech delivered on International Trade Day.
Stay informed of new trade and investment initiatives being undertaken by the government. Subscribe to our monthly e-newsletter or view our most recent issue online.
May 2009
Members of the public are invited to attend the hearing in a softwood lumber arbitration, LCIA case 91312 (whether Canada has cured the breach identified in LCIA 7941) that will occur on Thursday, June 11 and Friday June 12, 2009 in Washington, DC.
Prime Minister Harper announced the launch of negotiations for a Canada-EU economic partnership agreement at the Canada-EU Summit in Prague. Minister Day attended the Summit and also visited Lithuania, Latvia and Romania from May 4-8.
Our reports on the Information and Communications Technologies sector provide a detailed analysis of the sector in more than 100 markets around the globe, and key Canadian government contacts in the field.
Too busy to keep up to date on the Government of Canada's international trade announcements? Subscribe to our monthly e-newsletter to get all the information you need or view our most recent issue online.
Apply today for the prestigious Young Entrepreneur Awards (YEA) presented by the Business Development Bank of Canada.
As a result of the H1N1 influenza crisis, capacity to service business contacts in both Mexico and Canada may be impacted while efforts focus on the provision of emergency consular and passport services to Canadians.
April 2009
Minister Day announced today that the free trade agreement with the states of the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) - Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland - has received Royal Assent. The agreement is on track to come into effect on July 1, 2009.
Minister Day concluded his visit to Washington, where he attended a series of trade-related meetings.
Minister Day concluded a successful meeting with provincial and territorial trade ministers in which they discussed ways to advance Canada's international trade and investment agenda.
