Canadian Trade Commissioner Service

The Canadian Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) assists Canadian companies by helping them prepare for world markets, evaluating market potential, finding qualified contacts, and resolving problems.

The TCS's network of international business professionals are located in more than 150 cities worldwide and 16 regional offices across Canada.
 

Eligibility Criteria

Exporting companies or companies exploring their export possibilities.

Summary

The Canadian Trade Commissioner Service helps Canadian companies enhance their success and lower the cost of global business through these key services:

Preparation for international markets
The TCS can help you assess your readiness to compete globally and help you improve your international business strategy.

Market potential assessment
Trade commissioners can provide you with the inside information and market intelligence you need to seize opportunities and succeed in your target market.

Qualified contacts
Trade commissioners have the contacts and networks you need everywhere you do business.

Problem solving
Turn to the TCS for advice and support in resolving market access problems and other international business challenges.

You can also stay informed with the online Virtual Trade Commissioner , which lets you:

• access current market reports,
• view sector-specific news, 
• learn about trade events, and 
• you get help from trade commissioners in Canada and abroad.

Work with the TCS and realize your company's full international market potential.

Find out more at tradecommissioner.gc.ca .

Manitoba Contact(s):
See National Contact.

National Contact(s):
Canadian Trade Commissioner Service
Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada
Lester B. Pearson Building
125 Sussex Drive
Ottawa, Ontario  K1A 0G2
Telephone: 613-944-9111
Fax: 613-996-9709
Toll-free (information): 1-888-306-9991
TTY (hearing impaired): 613-944-9136
E-mail: enqserv@international.gc.ca
Web site: http://www.international.gc.ca/international/index.aspx?lang=eng