How B.C. agri-food businesses can tap into global demand
For agri-food businesses in B.C., exporting isn’t just an opportunity; it’s often a necessity. Global markets can provide stability, scalability and long-term growth that isn’t always possible for specialty food producers, processors, growers and value-added manufacturers. B.C.’s agri-food companies...
What is Intellectual Property?
Exporting offers B.C. businesses significant growth opportunities to share ideas, inventions and brands. With that in mind, exporters also need to consider how to protect those very...
Meet Kevin Pettersen: Export Advisor for the Cariboo
For Kevin, the path to becoming an Export Advisor with Export Navigator is a story of “the mentee becomes the mentor.” As an B.C. exporter himself, he...
Which International Market is Right for Your Business?
When considering international export, choosing the right market is essential. The world is rich with opportunities, but diving into a new market without a plan can lead...
Meet Raeanne Anderson: Export Advisor for the Thompson Okanagan
Raeanne Anderson has years of experience working in international exports. Whether chasing down freight ships, understanding customs policies or coordinating with multi-national companies, Raeanne has done it...
The Importance of Indigenous Export Growth in B.C.
Did you know that British Columbia is home to the second largest number of Indigenous entrepreneurs in Canada? Recognizing the importance and influence of Indigenous-owned businesses in...
5 Tips for Creating Your Market Entry Strategy
Making the decision to begin exporting is an exciting milestone for any business. That said, a great deal of planning is required to ensure that your exporting...
Understanding CETA
With a population of almost 450 million people, the European Union (EU) is a major trading partner for Canada—second only to the United States. The EU is...
Marketing Your Products to a Global Audience
In today’s world, global is the new local. It’s easier than ever for businesses of all sizes to market their products to an international audience. But while...
Meet Linda Adimora: Export Advisor for the Lower Mainland
As an Export Advisor, Linda Adimora draws from her corporate and entrepreneurial background to support businesses looking to export. With personal experience in importing and exporting, she...
Meet Tracey Pham: Export Advisor for the Lower Mainland
With multinational experience ranging from Singapore to West Africa to the Fraser Valley, Tracey Pham knows a lot about international markets. Now serving the Lower Mainland as...
Meet Jason Seed: Export Advisor for Victoria
Every business owner’s success story is shared by those who have supported them along the way. For Jason Seed, export advisor for Victoria, one of his favourite...