Softwood Lumber Page (Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade (DFAIT))
The Export and Import Controls Bureau of DFAIT is responsible for administering the Export and Import Permits Act and maintains this site on the agreement.
Market Information
Trade Commissioner Service of Canada The Trade Commissioner Service helps companies that have researched and selected their target markets. We work with companies that can demonstrate their commitment to succeed in the global marketplace. Whether you're a small or large company, new or experienced in foreign markets, you need to prepare for the challenges of international business. Trade Commissioners can help you.
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) International
Assists exporters in expanding their business internationally by helping them to identify new housing export opportunities in select high potential markets. CMHC provides promotional support, organizes trade missions, provides matchmaking services, and promotes Canadian know-how abroad. In turn, facilitating export contracts that create jobs contributes to the well-being of the Canadian economy.
Standards Council of Canada (SCC) SCC represents Canada within the international standards community and serves as the country's national accreditation body. Enabling industry to make the most of voluntary standardization is the Standards Council of Canada's business. SCC has numerous programs, services and resources designed to support companies of all types and sizes as they strive to secure and ensure a prosperous future.
International Trade Administration Export Portal (US Department of Commerce) Designed for US exporters but the online resources contain information that is equally applicable to Canadian firms.
Forest Products Country Reports from Attachés
Field reports from the US Department of Agriculture's Foreign Agricultural Service officers — Designed for US exporters but the online resources contain information that is equally applicable to Canadian firms.
Data on Forest Products Trade
Trade Data Online Trade Data Online provides the ability to generate customized reports on Canada's and U.S. trade in goods with over 200 countries. Note that there is a help section in the side
bar to the left.
UN Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) Timber Committee and Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
This website presents the activities of the UNECE timber committee and the FAO European Forestry Commission who work together to promote sustainable forest management in Europe, the CIS and North America. The Forest Products Annual Market Reviews provide general and statistical information on the forest products markets in the UNECE Region of Europe, North America and the Commonwealth of Independent States.
Resources for Exporters
Canada Business — Exporting Canada's most comprehensive source of information and practical tools for new or experienced exporters.
Export Development Corporation (EDC) EDC is a Crown Corporation that provides financing and risk management services to Canadian exporters and investors in up to 200 markets worldwide.
They now have a Resources Team to work with agriculture and forestry companies and produce a weekly forestry update.
Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) A financial institution wholly owned by the government of Canada. BDC plays a leadership role in delivering financial, investment and
consulting services to Canadian small businesses, with a particular focus on the technology and export sectors of the economy.
Forum for International Trade Training (FITT) As Canada´s international trade training and professional certification body — and the leading membership based
organization of its kind in the world — FITT sets the standards and designs the training programs for the professional designation, Certified International Trade Professional (CITP).
Aboriginal Business and International Trade
Provides a comprehensive source of information for Aboriginal entrepreneurs seeking to export their products and services. It was developed by Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada in partnership with the Aboriginal International Business Development (AIBD) committee to respond to a
growing demand for export development information. The AIBD committee includes representation from 21 federal government departments and agencies working collectively to promote the success of Aboriginal small to medium-sized enterprises in export markets.
