Trade and Exporting

Trade development and promotion are developed through various activities in the automotive sector, and are delivered through:

• Canadian Trade Commissioner Service
  Helps businesses reach target markets.
• The Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade
  Promotes trade on a global scale.
• Export Development Canada
  (EDC) provides trade finance and risk management services to Canadian exporters and investors in up to 200 markets. Founded in 1944, EDC is a Crown corporation that operates as a commercial financial institution. For more information visit www.edc.ca or call us at 1-888-332-4593.

Import and Export Information

• Canadian Trade Index
• Export Development Canada

Agreements

• Department of External Affairs and International Trade

APEC Information

The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) was established in 1989 in response to the growing interdependence among Asia-Pacific economies. Begun as an informal dialogue group, APEC has since become the primary regional vehicle for promoting open trade and practical economic cooperation.

Other Trade Information

• Special Import Measures Act
  The Special Import Measures Act, administered by Canada Customs and Revenue Agency, Customs, Excise and Taxation governs Canadian anti-dumping and countervailing actions. It is designed to protect Canadian manufacturers and producers from unfair competition originating from abroad.