Location
Toronto, Canada
Dates
May 28-31, 2024
Cost
$2000 (does not include travel expenses and lodging)*
Application DEADLINE
March 29, 2024
Expand into new territories (and provinces!)
Did you know Utah exports $1.7 billion in goods to Canada annually?
This May, World Trade Center Utah invites top Utah outdoor product and tech companies to attend a high-impact business trip to Toronto, Canada. As the largest export market for U.S. firms, Canada offers a receptive, transparent, and open business environment for companies looking to expand their international sales.
Participating Utah businesses will:
Learn to maneuver the regulatory, financial, and cultural nuances of business in Canada.
Engage in market briefings, networking receptions, Q&A panels, and B2B matchmaking sessions.
Capitalize on opportunities for trade, investment, employment, and research partnerships.
This business trip will leverage our partnerships with key contributors in Canada, including World Trade Center Toronto, the University of Toronto, Toronto Global, Tech TO, Vector Institute for Artificial Intelligence, KITE Research Institute, AmCham Canada, and a range of professional service providers that will offer complimentary consulting to participants before, during, and after the trade mission.
Apply by March 29
Don't miss the chance to be part of a transformative experience that opens doors to new markets, partnerships, and growth opportunities. Bring your business to the north and apply by March 29!
For questions or concerns please email Nicole Earnshaw, manager of international programs: nearnshaw@wtcutah.com.
* The $2,000 participation fee for the trade mission includes local transportation, networking receptions, and many meals. Participants will separately cover their own airfare and lodging.
Industry focus areas
tech
Toronto, like Utah, is especially tech-focused, containing the third-largest tech cluster in North America, following San Francisco and New York City. Toronto boasts 24,000 tech companies and a robust workforce of 289,000 technology professionals. This thriving ecosystem presents an ideal platform for your business to scale and prosper.
outdoor products
Among Canada's bustling cities, Toronto emerges as a vibrant hub for outdoor recreation and sporting pursuits. With a population of over 6 million people and a robust tourism industry, Toronto presents a vast market opportunity for outdoor and sporting goods brands looking to expand their reach. The trip will help facilitate your expansion efforts by arranging meetings with potential clients across outdoor, sporting goods, and DIY.
Grant Opportunities Available
Small businesses can apply for the SBA STEP Grant through World Trade Center Utah. Approved companies will receive funding to offset travel and lodging costs. The grant can NOT be used to cover the WTC Utah participation fee. All grant awards require a 25% cash match by the recipient. Apply for SBA STEP Grant funding for the business trip by April 1.
