Youth for Canadian Trade Diversification

Tapping into Youth Expertise for Trade Diversification

Our commitment revolves around connecting young professionals with expertise in foreign markets to Canadian businesses and stakeholders.

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Our hybrid launch on October 9, 2025

Connecting Canadian businesses with global opportunities

Our mission is to connect young professionals with expertise in foreign markets to Canadian businesses and stakeholders, fostering opportunities to diversify and expand Canada’s exports.

Business Relationships

We support Canadian businesses in building strong, lasting relationships that enable them to seize global opportunities; and connect them with the right partners, markets, and resources, helping them navigate cultural and economic differences with confidence.

Travel & Visits

Our group helps Canadian businesses explore new markets by facilitating travel and market visits designed to uncover fresh trade opportunities. We organize tailored programs that connect companies with local partners, industry events, and on-the-ground insights.

Market Research

Our group conducts in-depth market research to help Canadian businesses identify and explore new export opportunities, which enable them to make strategic decisions, reduce risks, and successfully enter and grow in international markets.

Empowering youth in international business

Our group is committed to supporting youth by providing platforms for them to share their experiences, knowledge, and expertise in foreign markets. We connect young professionals with businesses, mentors, and career opportunities in international trade and investment. By fostering these connections, we help develop the next generation of trade leaders while giving businesses access to fresh perspectives and global insights.

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Connecting foreign companies with opportunities in Canada

Our group supports foreign companies by helping them discover opportunities to do business with Canada. We provide information on the Canadian market, facilitate visits to Canada, and connect them with Canadian businesses and industry partners. Through these efforts, we create pathways for meaningful partnerships and foster stronger trade and investment relationships.

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“Working with this team has been an absolute inspiration for me. Their expertise and personalized approach would be useful for Canadian companies to navigate global markets.”

Anita Agrawal

YCTD Advisor | CEO Best Bargains Jewellery |
WXN Canada’s top 100 most powerful women of 2023

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Unlock unparalleled global growth. Join us for build new business relationships across the globe and expand your global markets.

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Read our blog

Dive into our comprehensive blog, where industry experts share invaluable insights, trends, and tips on trade diversification.

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Let’s grow your export markets

Ready to take the next step towards trade diversification? Reach out and connect with our team, whether you have questions, need advice, or seek personalized solutions.

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Recent Posts

  • Canada’s Export Diversification Strategy

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    August 15, 2025 Did you know that Canada’s Export Diversification Strategy aims to boost overseas exports by 50% by 2025 by helping businesses access fast-growing global markets? With 15 free trade agreements covering 49 countries, 36 investment agreements, and ongoing negotiations with partners like ASEAN and Mercosur, Canada positions itself…

  • Three strategic regions for Canadian trade diversification

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    May 15, 2025 Geographic diversification enhances resilience, drives growth, and helps companies avoid over-dependence on any single market, according to an article by Export Development Canada (EDC). This article highlights the importance of expanding Canadian exporters’ footprints beyond familiar markets by focusing on three strategic regions: the Indo-Pacific, Europe (including…

  • Video: Why Canadian companies should diversify export markets

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    April 3, 2025 Diversifying your export markets can help your business remain resilient and mitigate risk. It can reduce your company’s exposure to the impacts of economic changes in a given market. Todd Winterhalt, SVP International Markets at Export Development Canada, shares more about the benefits of market diversification and…