Export Ready Ready to take your business to the next level and start selling around the world?
The Peterborough and the Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce promotes business opportunities around the world to build global business opportunities for local businesses. Accessing global markets opens up new opportunities for growth for local businesses. The shift to digital has further opened opportunities to provide products and services around the world.
Canada’s export market is valued at more than $500 billion! Navigating the international trade process can be complicated. We have put together some basic resources for local businesses looking to expand beyond our borders.
Getting Ready to Export
Government of Canada Step-by-Step Guide to Exporting, an essential reference tool for all Canadian companies currently active or interested in exploring business opportunities in international markets
Government of Ontario Guides and workshops The Step-by-Step Guide to Exporting will help you get your business export-ready and well positioned for commercial success abroad.
Peterborough & the Kawarthas Economic Development The export landscape in Canada is complex and can be difficult to navigate. The team at Peterborough & the Kawarthas Economic Development can help you connect with organizations that can help your business grow. Below is a list of some resources to help you research and identify your next steps.
Business Development Bank of Canada Is my business ready to export? Exporting can result in an increase in revenue and profit, and by expanding to multiple markets, you can also mitigate risks by ensuring not all your eggs in one basket. https://www.bdc.ca/en/articles-tools/marketing-sales-export/export/is-my-business-ready-to-exportExport Resources
Export Resources ATA Carnet ATA is a French and English acronym of “Admission Temporaire/Temporary Admission.” Established by the World Customs Organization (WCO) in 1961 to facilitate world trade, the ATA Carnet is an internationally recognized customs document for the temporary importation of goods.
