07/03/2016
5 things you need to know about CETA
If CETA comes into effect, as early as 2016, it will eliminate 98% of the tariffs between the EU and Canada.
Market Entry Strategies
01/03/2016
Facing the new realities we can’t ignore in SME exports
What has changed and why are there so few Canadian SME exports? And what can be done to help more of them succeed in global markets?
26/02/2016
Vancouver is Canada’s gateway to the Pacific
The city of Vancouver is one of the most important trade areas in BC, and indeed across Canada, with Port Metro Vancouver standing as the largest and most diverse port in the country, and one of the busiest in North America. Find out more with this amazing Vancouver infographic!
25/02/2016
Build successful Asian market entry strategies with these 3 tips for SMEs
Asian market entry strategies offer exceptional opportunities for growth. It’s time for your business to take advantage of that.
11/02/2016
5 things you need to know when planning your next business trip to East Asia
If you’re thinking of taking a business trip to East Asia soon, here are some tips I’ve picked up over the years that can help you prepare to depart.
05/02/2016
Could sunk costs leave your business shipwrecked in a foreign market?
In many cases, a substantial investment will need to be made to break into a new country. If none of these sunk costs can be recovered in the event that the venture fails or the company must pull out of the country, then many companies will be unable to take a chance on entry.
29/01/2016
Do the rewards outweigh the risks when it comes to trade with China?
Facing a global economic slump and a sharply devaluating loonie, the government of Canada has strategically turned its attention on growing international markets with the goal of tapping into the economic benefits of global trade including seeking a free trade deal with China.
28/01/2016
Is it – finally – the right time to export to Argentina?
So what has happened so far to encourage you to think about starting to export to Argentina again? Just three examples will provide a more positive outlook.
26/01/2016
Iran sanctions relief is limited in the face of ongoing political challenges
Conversely, the changes in Iran sanctions in 2015 were extremely limited. What many people do not realize is that the changes that recently took effect, as provided for in the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) signed in July, will also be extremely limited for U.S. entities and individuals.
19/01/2016
How the lower Canadian dollar is reshaping our economy
With a low exchange rate benefiting Canadian exporters, an SME import export grant can give your business a head start on its international plans.