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Doing Business in Brazil

Brazil is the sixth biggest economy in the world and the biggest Latin American market. With strong mining, manufacturing, and agro-industry Brazil is an attractive destination for trade and investment.

The Brazilian market requires innovative machinery, equipment, electronics, chemicals, automotive parts, and a number of products and services that Canadians can supply. The economy has opportunities for investment in infrastructure, mining, oil, telecommunications, science, technology and more.

The Brazil-Canada Chamber of Commerce invites you to a day-long workshop with experts that will provide:

Guidance with the most frequently asked questions about trade and investment in Brazil

Practical suggestions to find a local partners

Tips regarding mergers and acquisitions

Expert insights regarding Brazilian legal, financial, taxation and logistics systems

Opportunity for one-to-one meetings with the experts and advisors

Participating in a one-day workshop will offer you substantial information regarding Brazil trade and investment climate and equip you with the insights to enhance your success.

Thursday, June 4, 2009
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Ontario Investment and Trade Centre
250 Yonge Street, 35th Floor
Toronto, ON M5B 2L7

Fee (Including breakfast and lunch)
BCCC Members $105.00
Non-members: $150.00

For registration and all the program details visit http://doingbusinessinbrazil.eventbrite.com/

General Resouces

Small business startup assistance
A guide for new entrepreneurs from the Canadian government.
In English4 star rating

Trade Map / Product Map
A free tool designed for importers and exporters to access and analyze trends.
In English4 star rating

Canada Business Site
General information on starting and running a business.
In English4 star rating

SourceCan
Find opportunites domestically and internationally, registration required for this free service.
In English4 star rating

Handbook of Export and Import Commodity Codes 2007

Associations

Canadian Association of Importers and Exporters
Importers and exporters should consider joining this association both for networking and accessing information.
In English2 star rating

FITT - Forum for International Trade Training
FITT is the only organization in Canada to accredit a professional designation to international trade practitioners, the widely-recognized CITP (Certified International Trade Professional)." Their training is excellent.
In English4 star rating

Canadian Council for the Americas - CCA
"CCA's primary objective is to stimulate the expansion of Canadian commercial interests in the markets of the countries of the region."
In English2 star rating

Canadian Council for the Americas - Alberta Chapter
Works to strengthen business and trade relationships between Alberta and Latin America. They host many events throughout the year connecting key Latin American figures with Alberta businesses. The focus is often on energy.
In English3 star rating