Import and Export Planning

Are you GROWING your existing business?

This section is for businesses that are existing and are motivated to expand their operations and require more specialized advice.

We can help you take that next step with information on business growth including becoming an employer, exporting and importing , regulations and financial and government assistance.

Import

Getting Started with Importing

Whether you are an established entrepreneur or a new start-up planning to import goods into Canada – you will need some solid preparation to establish your import venture. The following resources will assist you in getting started.

Follow the links below to learn more about Importing:

Regulatory and Legal Issues

Funding and Financing

How-To Import

Contacts and Directories

Market Data and Statistics

You can also find valuable information about importing at www.importsource.ca .

Export Planning

The Exporting Process

The process of exporting is complex and it may take some time to learn and become familiar with it. You can avoid pitfalls by planning and researching as much as you can, and by using the services of export advisors and professionals.

Assessing Your Company's Export Potential

To assess your company's readiness and export potential, try completing the " Assessing Your Company's Export Potential Questionnaire "

Are You Ready to Export?

To learn more about what it takes to be a successful exporter and about the benefits of export, please click here .