The Government Role in International Business
Trade Missions
to promote/improve established international business/trade
provides business people with a opportunity
Gather market intelligence
Other Key Contacts
Suppliers
potential customers
organized through DFAIT
Group on mission (Team Canada) visits country/region
teams promote Canadian Culture and Businesses
develop Canada's international identity "Brand Canada"
Junior Team Canada (Youths)
make critical contacts
gather cultural and business info.
meet with IBs
focuses on specific industry
Trade Offices
Lower Costs
Market Expertise
Market Intelligence
Technological Opportunities
Invest Outside of Domestic Country
Export Products
Establish presence in foreign countries
help businesses operate in those countries
Affects
Immigration Laws
Military Systems
Employment Laws
Established Safety Standards
Minimum Wage
Trade Laws
Maintaining Membership in trade organizations and negotiating
Setting Tariffs
Established Import & Export Laws
Government Embassies, High Commissions, and Consulates
Provides a full range of consular services
Embassies
provide full range of services
Located in Capital Cities
Available 24/7
Working Abroad
Living Abroad
Studying
Travelling Abroad
Provides Emergency Services
Information and advice
Claims against Foreign States (including corportations
Property and Estate Management
Social Services
Taxes
Customs
Passport Services
Help locate missing persons
Facilitating Communication
Government Regulation
Register the business with CRA
Payroll Deduction Information
Import/Export Account
Corporate Income Tax Account
GST/HST Number
Registration Number