Doing business in China

The Chinese market is highly promising due to its:

  • advanced manufacturing capabilities
  • large consumer base
  • support for foreign investment

However, it is also highly competitive and comes with major regulatory and political risks. Success in China requires thorough research, careful due diligence, and a strong commitment.

We offer expert guidance both in Canada and on the ground in China. We can connect you with professionals in China and provide references from active businesses and trade groups to support your efforts.

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5 trade offices | $17.96 trillion GDP | $29.8 billion in exports from Canada to China

Market overview

Top industries

China is an attractive market for industries such as:

  • Consumer goods: With the growth of the middle class in China, there is a rising demand for high-quality, premium products.
  • Agriculture and agri-food: Canadian agricultural products, including grains, meat, and seafood, are in high demand in China.
  • Clean technology: China’s focus on environmental sustainability and reducing pollution creates a significant market for Canadian clean tech solutions.
  • Infrastructure: As China continues to develop its urban areas, there is a need for advanced infrastructure solutions. 
  • Life sciences: This sector is rapidly growing in China, driven by policies supporting public health, healthcare expenditure, and innovation in biopharmaceuticals and medical devices

Relations and trade agreements

Guides, reports, and market snapshots

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Tariffs, rules and regulations

Understanding regulations and policies relevant to your export market is crucial for success.

National strategies and regulations

Navigating business expansion

Find out what you need to know before selling your products or services in China.

Business environment

Options for setting up a business

Accounting, taxes and exchange

Sourcing, marketing and sales

Business finance and human resources

Protecting intellectual property (IP)

Service providers

Access in-market service providers to effectively conduct business in China. 

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China helicopter exposition 2025

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October 16 to 19, 2025
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June 2 to August 31, 2025
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Aerospace, Transportation
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Trade Show
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Tianjin, China

Guangzhou Design Week 2025

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December 5 to 8, 2025
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May 27 to September 26, 2025
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Creative industries, Infrastructure, Forestry and wood products
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Trade Show
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Guangzhou, Guangdong, China

China Fisheries and Seafood Expo (CFSE)

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October 29 to 31, 2025
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June 13 to September 30, 2025
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Fish and seafood
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Qingdao, China

China international import expo (CIIE)

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November 5 to 10, 2025
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June 6 to October 20, 2025
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Multiple industries
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Shanghai, China

Children Baby Maternity Expo (CBME)

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July 16 to 18, 2025
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June 25 to 30, 2025
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Consumer products, Agriculture and processed foods, Life sciences
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Shanghai, China

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Canadian International Innovation Program (CIIP) 

The Canadian International Innovation Program (CIIP) helps Canadian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) develop their technologies in collaboration with international partners. It focuses on commercialization opportunities in key targeted markets including China. Discover if your company can benefit from participating in the CIIP.  

Contacts

Contacts in Canada

Find out who to contact in Canada or internationally if you are a:

  • new or aspiring exporter
  • existing Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) clients, international companies, and global representatives
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Trade offices – China

The Embassy of Canada to China, Beijing

Address
The Canadian Embassy in China
19 Dong Zhi Men Wai Dajie, Chaoyang District
Beijing, Beijing, 100600
China

Telephone
+86-10 5139-4000

Fax
+86-10 5139-4450

Email
infocentrechina@international.gc.ca

Office hours
Mon-Fri: 0830-1700

Territories/responsibilities
China (Beijing and Tianjin); Provinces/Regions of Gansu, Hebei, Heilongjang, Henan, Hubei, Jilin, Liaoning, Inner Mongolia, Ningxia, Qinghai, Shaanxi, Shandong, Shanxi, Xinjiang, Xizang (Tibet).

Office closures

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The Consulate General of Canada in Chongqing

Address
Room 1705, Metropolitan Tower
Wu Yi Lu, Yu Zhong District
Chongqing, Chongqing, 400010
China

Telephone
(011-86-23) 6373-8007

Fax
(011-86-23) 6373-8026

Email
infocentrechina@international.gc.ca

Office hours
Mon-Fri: 0830-1200; 1300-1700

Territories/responsibilities
Chongqing, Sichuan, Guizhou and Yunnan

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The Consulate General of Canada, Guangzhou

Address
26/F, TaiKoo Hui Tower 1
385 Tianhe Road, Tianhe District, Guangzhou,
Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510620
China

Telephone
(011-86-20) 8611-6100

Fax
(011-86-20) 8611-6198

Email
infocentrechina@international.gc.ca

Office hours
Mon.-Thur.: 0900-1700; Fri.: 0900-1300

Territories/responsibilities
Provinces of Guangdong, Guangxi, Fujian, Hainan, Hunan, Jiangxi

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  • 2025-01-01
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The Consulate General of Canada, Shanghai

Address
ECO City Building 8th Floor
8F, 1788 Nanjing Road West,
Shanghai, Shanghai, 200040
China

Telephone
(86-21) 3279-2800

Fax
(86-21) 3279-2856

Email
infocentrechina@international.gc.ca

Office hours
Mon-Fri: 08:30-12:00 and 13:00-17:00

Territories/responsibilities
Municipality of Shanghai, provinces of Anhui, Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Hubei

Office closures

  • 2025-10-01
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