Trade and Investment Frequently Asked Questions

While the Internet is a huge and often intimidating place to research international trade and investment, a few select websites can help answer most of the commonly asked questions. Below is a list of these questions and the website where you will find answers.

• I'm interested in exporting, but I don't know where to start. Where should I go?
• Who should I call at Foreign Affairs Canada or International Trade Canada (DFAIT) about doing business in another country?
• Where can I get a list of new fresh business opportunities in a particular country?
• Where can I get a list of Canadian Trade Commissioners in foreign posts?
• How do I learn more about foreign investment opportunies in Canada?

 

I'm interested in exporting, but I don't know where to start. Where should I go?

Canada Business offers on-line resources about exporting, importing and foreign investment. Canada Business provides a single access point for trade and investment-related government services, programs and regulations  on subjects including: market research, marketing, sales and logistics, and financing.
Source: Canada Business

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Who should I call at Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada (DFAIT) about doing business in another country?

DFAIT’s list of trade offices in Canada can provide appropriate contacts and information to support your efforts to do business abroad.
Source: Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada (DFAIT)

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Where can I get a list of new fresh business opportunities in a particular country?

CanadExport Online  provides the latest news on offshore business opportunities.
Source: Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada (DFAIT) 

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Where can I get a list of Canadian Trade Commissioners in foreign posts?

Trade Commissioner Service Abroad  provides a list of Canadian trade offices and officers around the world.
Source: International Trade Canada

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How do I learn more about foreign investment opportunities in Canada?

The Invest in Canada website provides information on all federal government programs and services related to promoting, attracting and retaining foreign direct investment in Canada
Source: Invest in Canada