V I R G I N I A E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T PA R T N E R S H I P
I N T E R N AT I O N A L T R A D E
CANADA
Trade Mission to Canada (Toronto & Montreal)
May 9 - 13, 2016
TRADE MISSION TO TORONTO AND MONTREAL, CANADA
Be a part of the Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP)
Trade Mission to Canada. Enjoy private, one-on-one meetings with
prospective customers and partners. These well-planned visits are business
meetings set up on your behalf, with your input, to save you time and
maximize your results. The Trade Mission is open to Virginia companies
in all sectors and will visit Toronto and Montreal.
OUR PROFESSIONALS MAKE IT EASY AND EFFICIENT TO TRAVEL WITH A
FAST-TRACK ITINERARY THAT SAVES TIME, MINIMIZES RISK AND PUTS
YOU IN FRONT OF NEW CUSTOMERS AND PARTNERS.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR VIRGINIA COMPANIES
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Canada continues to hold the record as the United States’ largest export
market, accounting for 20% of total U.S. trade. Virginia companies can
take advantage of opportunities in a variety of key sectors in Eastern
Canada:
AND TO REGISTER, CONTACT:
• Aerospace - Canada is the world’s fifth largest aerospace market,
valued at $65 billion in 2013. Sixty percent of the industry is in
Quebec and 28% is in Ontario. U.S. aerospace exports to Canada
were $7.3 billion in 2013, making it a top 10 market. Canada is
home to large OEMs such as Bombardier, CAE, Pratt & Whitney
Canada, Rolls Royce Canada, Bell Helicopter Textron Canada, and
Boeing Canada.
International Inquiries (804) 545-5750
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ROGER PORTER
INTERNATIONAL TRADE MANAGER
(540) 387-2562
RPORTER@YESVIRGINIA.ORG
P.O. Box 798, 901 East Byrd Street, Richmond, VA 23218-0798
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V I R G I N I A E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T PA R T N E R S H I P
I N T E R N AT I O N A L T R A D E
CANADA
OPPORTUNITIES FOR VIRGINIA COMPANIES (CONTINUED)
• Power Generation - Electricity in Canada is 63% hydro, 15% coal, 15%
nuclear, and 7% gas & renewables. Coal is being replaced with gas and
renewable sources. Canadian imports of equipment and components in
2013 were valued at $17.6 billion, with 43% imported from the U.S.
• Defense Products and Services - Canada ranked as the 15th largest
military spender in the world in 2013 at $18.9 billion. Its defense
industry represents over 2,000 firms with revenues of $10 billion
in 2013. The Department of National Defense (DND) updated its
Defense Acquisition Guide in 2014 with new procurement priorities.
• Information and Communication Technology (ICT) - Canada has
a strong ICT sector with revenues of $85 billion in 2013. Professional
services and software are growing sectors. Canadian ICT is highly trade
dependent, importing $45 billion in goods in 2013. The United States
was a top supplier to this sector at $12 billion in 2013.
• Mining Equipment - Canada is one of the world’s leading mining
countries and largest producers of minerals and metals. Some 60% of
the world’s exploration companies are Canadian. About two-thirds of
Canada’s mining equipment market, $2 billion, was supplied by U.S.
exports in 2013.
TRADE MISSION DETAILS
Dates: May 9 - 13, 2016
Fee: $3,500*
CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
“As our first trip to Canada,
we were highly enthusiastic
to see the market potential
for our products. We were
not let down. VEDP was very
accommodating and made
great strides in coordinating
with [its in-country partner]
to make sure we had quality
meetings.” - Trade Mission to
Canada, 2013
“We currently have two
potential new customers after
making the trip. We were
also able to find a sales rep
agency that can cover all of
Canada. We will be signing
a contract in the new year
to begin working with them.
This wouldn’t have happened
without the help of VEDP. We
are extremely happy with the
services received on this trip.”
- Trade Mission to Canada, 2011
*Does not include airfare, lodging or meals.
Deadline to Register: March 11, 2016
For more information, contact Roger Porter, International Trade Manager,
at (540) 387-2562 or RPorter@YesVirginia.org.
International Inquiries (804) 545-5750
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P.O. Box 798, 901 East Byrd Street, Richmond, VA 23218-0798
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ExportVirginia.org