International trade

Ottawa is uniquely positioned to support the international trade efforts of its business community. A number of resources are available to assist with increasing the success of trade initiatives, including:

• Forum for International Trade Training: Offers specialized training to businesses who want to increase their export capabilities
• The Export Development Corporation (EDC): Offers trade finance and risk management services for Canadian exporters, including access to select foreign market research reports

Ottawa is a G8 capital city and benefits from a host of investment and trade missions. At home here in Ottawa, we often host delegations from cities and groups around the world who are looking to do business with Ottawa companies. Conversely, investment and trade delegations representing Ottawa companies visit a number of foreign destinations. To find out more about both incoming and outgoing missions, go to www.ottawaregion.com.

In addition to a wide variety of activities that promote Ottawa as a preferred city in which to do business, Ottawa’s Global Marketing team has developed ongoing relationships with specific cities.

In addition, Ottawa is home to Canada’s Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade (DFAIT). Over 500 members of DFAIT’s Canadian Trade Commissioner Service work for Canadian business in over 140 cities around the world. Their job is to promote the economic interests of Canada in the global marketplace. Learn more at the Canadian Trade Commissioner’s website.