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The Canadian Trade Commissioner Service |
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Our services abroad for Canadian business clients
July 7, 2006
Our services abroad for Canadian business clients
Whether you are ready to ship your latest products to Buenos Aires, to meet with a potential
investor from Denmark or to enter a technology partnership with a Japanese company, the Trade
Commissioner Service is here to help.
Our fields of expertise are trade, investment and science and technology.
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With the Virtual Trade Commissioner, increase your chances of success in markets abroad. The
Virtual Trade Commissioner provides export services, business leads, market information and
direct access to our network of Trade Commissioners in Canada and around the world, as well as
our partners’ services. To register, visit www.infoexport.gc.ca.
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With a network of 900 trade commissioners in 12 regional offices across Canada and in over 140
cities around the world, the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service helps new and experienced
Canadian companies that have researched and selected their target markets.
More than 800 members of the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service work for Canadian
business all over the world. Knowledgeable of the local customs and business practices, these
trade commissioners work with Canadian companies who have targeted their markets, and
promote the economic interests of Canada in the global marketplace.
All our offices abroad provide the following six core services to Canadian companies that have
researched and selected their target market.
Market prospect
We will help you assess the potential in your target market and provide advice on doing business
in the market, including an indication of major barriers, regulations and certifications, as well as
suggested next steps.
Key contacts search
We can provide a list of qualified contacts in your target market. These sources have the local
knowledge you need to refine and implement your market entry strategy. The list can include
potential buyers and partners, financial institutions, technology sources, agents and
manufacturers’ representatives.
Local company information
We will provide information on local organizations or companies you have identified.
Visit information
Once you decide to visit the country in which you want to do business, we can provide practical
advice on timing and organizing your trip, including lists of local hotels, interpreters and
translators, local support services and notification of trade events and activities happening during
your visit.
Face-to-face briefing
One of our trade commissioners will meet with you to discuss your future needs, the most recent
developments in your target market, as well as a follow-up plan on your visit.
Troubleshooting
We provide advice on resolving market access problems and other business challenges.
For more information, go to www.infoexport.gc.ca and select Our Offices Abroad.
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