Recap of Roundtable Discussion with the Brazil-Canada Chamber of Commerce

Just last week, we hosted a roundtable with the Brazil-Canada Chamber of Commerce (BCCC), featuring, Peter Hawkins, Co-Chair of BCCC and Marcelo Sarkis, Past BCCC President.

The event included virtual greetings from Alexander De Lima (Embassy of Brazil in Ottawa) and Igor Brandão (APEX Brasil). At the close, Marcelo and Peter announced the launch of a new BCCC Peterborough Chapter!

During the roundtable we gathered crucial insights into the Brazilian Market. Some of the important things to know are:

• Economic Synergies with Brazil: Opportunities in advanced manufacturing, aerospace, agriculture, cleantech, tourism, biotech, and more. 
• Canada-Brazil Trade Ties: A strong history rooted in post-secondary collaboration and aerospace.
• Government Support: Funding available through BDC and EDC to support export growth.
• Trade Missions: Opportunities to connect with Brazilian states based on sector interest.
• Connection Tips: Understand cultural differences and leverage bilingual contacts to build strong partnerships.

If you would like to learn more on a diverse range of opportunities within Brazil and how you can capitalize on business partnership in Brazil, click on the links below to access the following presentations: 

• Industry's of demand and opportunities for collaboration between Brazil and Canada
• International Trade: Obstacles & Opportunities
• History of Brazil and Canada's Dynamic Trade Relationship