The opportunities abound for Ontario companies in the export market place. The dismantling of trade barriers enables small and medium-sized companies to participate in international markets. Ontario exporters have already demonstrated that technology innovation, and a well thought out marketing strategy are key to giving their products a competitive edge in international markets.

Ontario automotive parts, computer software, aerospace components, medical and healthcare products and environmental products and services are among the diverse range of products and services exported successfully from Ontario.

Export success requires detailed analysis of the unique opportunities and challenges of foreign markets and the competitive advantages of your product and service. This website is designed to help you to analyze many of the key issues that you need to consider and offers practical advice for firms new to exporting and those wishing to expand their export markets.

The Government of Ontario, Canada has established a network of International Marketing Centres (IMCs) in key markets worldwide. Part of the Ontario Ministry of Economic Development and Trade, the IMCs serve to promote the economic interests of Ontario. Their activities include, but are not limited to:

• Promoting awareness of, and access to, Ontario-produced goods and services;
• Building strong, strategic relationships with the media and local governments;
• Networking to raise Ontario's profile as a world-class business jurisdiction;
• Obtaining and disseminating timely commercial intelligence in key markets; and
• Attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) into Ontario.

All Ontario International Marketing Centres are located within Canadian diplomatic missions abroad. Currently, there are ten International Marketing Centres located in eight countries:

• Beijing, China
• London, UK
• Los Angeles, California, USA
• Mexico City, Mexico
• Munich, Germany
• New Delhi, India
• New York, NY, USA
• Paris, France
• Shanghai, China
• Tokyo, Japan