28/06/2022
New technologies changing the trade finance industry
New technologies are altering the face of trade finance, bringing a host of opportunities and challenges for corporate treasurers. Joon Kim, Global Head of Trade…
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14/05/2021
Federal budget 2021: New support options for Canadian businesses
The new Canadian Federal Budget 2021 outlines plans for a total spend of $101.4 billion. With new pandemic business support options, including $17.6 billion towards…
24/03/2021
How banks are supporting SMEs and global trade through their own digital marketplaces
In recent years large banks have experienced more competition from innovative fintech start-ups, credit unions and co-ops. These players cater to tech-savvy, values-driven millennials but…
02/02/2021
CITP Spotlight: Mamdouh Elkharadly – Account Manager, Commercial Banking
Mamdouh Elkharadly’s journey into international trade began in 2003 when he started working for a multinational shipping company called Pacific International Lines. That’s when he was introduced to many of the abbreviations…
29/12/2020
Best of 2020: Our top 10 most popular international business articles from the past year
As we near the end of the year, we’re looking back on our most popular articles from 2020. There was much to read and write…
15/11/2019
6 factors that can significantly affect your business costs
Organizations doing business internationally must understand the different factors that can affect their business costs if they want to remain profitable.
05/11/2019
CanExport funding increases to 75%/$75,000 and supports agri-business
As of August 22, 2019, CanExport funding applicants are now able to access up to 75% of eligible expenses to a maximum $75,000.
29/07/2019
The pros and cons of accepting different payment methods for your business
Here we examine the best payment methods options available, as well as the pros and cons of each method for your business.
24/10/2018
How SME’s can get financially prepared to access new global markets
Small businesses planning to go global need to be ready and in good financial shape. Find out from trade finance experts how to get financially prepared.
05/10/2018
Fintech facilitates seamless international payments
Supply chains are a major talking point in the business world at the moment. Ongoing pressures on international trade, from struggling Brexit negotiations to the…