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June 6, 2025 - Strengthening Trade Ties Between the European Union and British Columbia with CETA
Join us for an informative and timely webinar focused on strengthening trade connections between British Columbia and the European Union through the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA). With increasing uncertainty surrounding Canada–U.S. trade relations, this session will showcase the untapped potential of CETA as a stable, competitive, and accessible framework for doing business with France and the broader EU market.
Since 2024, a collaborative initiative between the French Treasury, Expertise France, and Global Affairs Canada has deployed an “International Trade Expert” to promote CETA and support Canada-EU trade relations. This event offers British Columbia companies and trade advisors a rare opportunity to deepen their understanding of CETA provisions, discover practical tools, and explore promising import/export sectors between France and BC.
What You’ll Learn:
- Key CETA provisions that support cross-border trade (tariff elimination, labour mobility, procurement, services liberalization)
- Regulatory compliance essentials (HS codes, rules of origin, labelling, certifications, IP)
- How to maximize financial and operational benefits from CETA
- Introduction to France-Canada trade facilitators who can help you access the European market
- How CETA serves as a strategic alternative to U.S.-based trade amid global uncertainty
- British Columbia exporters and importers interested in the French and EU markets
- International trade advisors and consultants supporting BC businesses abroad
- Companies seeking market diversification or looking to improve competitiveness through CETA
A Zoom link will be emailed to registered participants the day before the webinar.
June 6, 2025 - Strengthening Trade Ti...
Date and Time
Friday Jun 6, 2025
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM PDT
Location
Via Zoom
Fees/Admission
Free!
Contact Information
Tina
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