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Top 5 things you need to know to export to Canada

Do you need to add Canada to your export strategy? Here are five factors to think about as you consider whether your business should export to Canada.

Ewan Roy

I'm a Digital Marketing Specialist for the Forum for International Trade Training (FITT). My background is in writing and research, and I am passionate about communicating new ideas and telling stories that matter to you.

Why it’s time to recalibrate Canada’s exporting GPS

Instead of a passive “wait and see” attitude, perhaps it is time to look more aggressively for alternatives to the usual Canada export markets.

Ennio Vita-Finzi, CITP|FIBP

Ennio Vita-Finzi is a Certified International Trade Professional (CITP) and was a Trade Commissioner in Europe, Latin America and the US as well as President of the Canadian Council for the Americas during NAFTA negotiations. He has been a multinational executive and entrepreneur and is now a College lecturer, keynote speaker, and author based in Montreal. (e.vita-finzi@sympatico.ca)

NAFTA renegotiations to start August 16 – here’s what we know going into the talks

The first round of NAFTA renegotiation talks will officially begin August 16 in Washington. Here’s what we know so far.

Pamela Hyatt

I am the Content Marketing Specialist for the Forum for International Trade Training (FITT). You can find some of my work on TradeReady.ca. My background is in copywriting, journalism and social media. My passion lies in connecting people to the stories that are most important to them.

Will populist politics pull the plug on trade progress? Survival tips for executives

We should have faith that trade progress is good. 85% or more of new opportunities in the next 5 years are somewhere outside of your country. Go for it!

Doug Bruhnke and Frank Vogelgesang

Doug Bruhnke and Frank Vogelgesang are members of the global tribe and executives at Global Chamber®, the first chamber of commerce focused on growing cross-border trade and investment in a collaborative way across 525 metro areas around the world. Doug is CEO/founder of Global Chamber® based at headquarters in Scottsdale. Frank is Global Advisor of Global Chamber® Berlin.

Why exporters should diversify beyond U.S. markets – and how to do it right

Diversification has long been the popular advice to Canadian businesses. Here’s how to do it right to enjoy export success beyond the U.S.

Bernhard Wagenknecht

As a globally experienced business development expert, Bernhard has learned first-hand how to achieve profits in all types of markets and situations. He has over 30 years of experience in sales and marketing in Europe, North and South America and the Far and Middle East. He has held positions as VP Sales and Marketing, General Export Manager as well Profit Growth Consultant and is currently working with the Ontario Ministry of economic development and growth.

Can you do business in markets facing trade barriers? And should you?

How can businesses overcome trade barriers of all kinds in markets with potential (and should they)?

Pamela Hyatt

I am the Content Marketing Specialist for the Forum for International Trade Training (FITT). You can find some of my work on TradeReady.ca. My background is in copywriting, journalism and social media. My passion lies in connecting people to the stories that are most important to them.

How training and education is keeping up with the ever-evolving global trade environment

In a year of so much change and hope for the future of global trade, it seems only fitting that this is also the time to launch the 7th edition of the FITTskills international business program.

Pamela Hyatt

I am the Content Marketing Specialist for the Forum for International Trade Training (FITT). You can find some of my work on TradeReady.ca. My background is in copywriting, journalism and social media. My passion lies in connecting people to the stories that are most important to them.

Export diversity beyond U.S. is key to long-term profitability for Canadian manufacturers

Even before it was clear that a sentiment of protectionism would inform the new U.S. administration’s trade policy, Canadian manufacturers identified the need to diversify exports beyond America.

Jeff Brownlee

Jeff Brownlee is head of Ottawa-based RainMaker Media and is a senior consultant to RandallAnthony Communications, service provider to Export Development Canada’s Exportwise.ca magazine. Previously, Brownlee served as VP of Public Affairs & Partnerships at Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters, and as a federal government press secretary for the Hon. John Manley, PC OC.

How can Canadian SMEs benefit from free trade agreements anyway?

For all the talk on free trade agreements, it can be hard to find SME-friendly information on how companies can benefit from them.

Tanita Alexandridis

On EDC’s Advisory Services team, Tanita Alexandridis, CITP, directs Canadian companies to the wealth of resources and services that exist to help them gather market intelligence, enter their target markets, and mitigate some of the risks of exporting. She also contributes articles to My StartUp Canada, a resource for new entrepreneurs in Canada.

Does the Donald Trump era mark the end of multilateral trade?

While President Trump is not a big supporter of multilateral trade deals, the rest of the world might still continue negotiating new ones without the U.S.

Trevor Fairlie

Trevor Fairlie is a former researcher at the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada, specializing in Trade, Investment and Innovation. Trevor is currently working towards his Certified International Trade Professional (CITP) designation, and is a JD Candidate at Osgoode Hall Law School. His expertise includes trade and investment in the Asia Pacific, as well as Japanese and Korean domestic politics. Trevor can be reached at trevorfairlie@gmail.com or @trevorfairlie on Twitter. The views expressed in this article are Trevor's alone.