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In the News (Mon 8 Sep 08)

  
  International Trade News - Canada
International Trade Minister Jim Peterson is leading a trade mission to India fom April 3 to 7, with stops in Mumbai, the financial capital, and New Delhi.
International Trade Canada (ITCan) is active in promoting CSR with the Canadian business community, civil society groups, within government and with other countries.
The Government of Canada is seeking the views of Canadians on the possible scope of a free trade agreement between Canada and Korea.
www.spanishtown.ca /Canada_Trade.htm   (1198 words)

  
 DPR 2003-2004
International Trade Canada - Printable Version
International Trade Canada has been created to ensure that we continue to enhance the contribution to Canada's prosperity of international trade and investment by developing the tools and policies necessary to respond to the complex global environment that Canadian business faces in the 21st century.
International trade and investment are increasingly the lifeblood of Canadian prosperity, and a globally competitive economy will ensure a higher quality of life, increased job opportunities and a continuing capacity to support social goals.
International Trade Canada will ensure that all federal trade and investment activities support the three Government of Canada imperatives, which are profoundly interconnected: building a 21st century economy; protecting and strengthening the social foundations of Canadian life; and securing for Canada a role of pride and influence in the world.
www.tbs-sct.gc.ca /rma/dpr/03-04/IT-CI/IT-CId34-PR_e.asp?printable=True   (13554 words)

  
 International Trade Canada - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The International Trade Canada (ITCan), legally the International Trade section of the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, is the department in the government of Canada with responsibility for import/export and international trade policies.
The department was created in December 2003 during a reorganization of the federal government which saw the former Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade split into two departments.
On February 15, 2005 the legislation to legally remove DFAIT from the books and establish a Department of International Trade did not pass the first vote in the Canadian House of Commons.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/International_Trade_Canada   (194 words)

  
 International Trade and Finance HotLinks
For a free, just and equitable multilateral trading system; providing a parliamentary dimension: the first ever global parliamentary meeting on international trade (8 and 9 June 2001); includes the Final Declaration of the Meeting and a Summary of the Debate by the Chair.
International Trade Centre: information on products, services and projects in specific developing countries and economies in transition; see especially the Trade Information Index for links on such categories as market information and exchange rates (UN Conference on Trade and Development / World Trade Organisation).
International Trade Commission: information on U.S. industries and the global trends that affect them, including news releases, investigations, reports and links to other trade resources.
www.fin.gc.ca /links/itfe.html   (1180 words)

  
 International Trade Canada
For instance, Canada's auto sector is concerned about barriers to the Korean market, which is why the government has made addressing non-tariff measures a key priority in our negotiating position.
Korea is Canada's seventh-largest export destination-our exports to Korea reached an eight-year high of $2.8 billion in 2005.
I would encourage Canada's auto sector to continue working closely with our federal negotiators, to ensure that Canada's negotiating position reflects their views, and that they remain well-positioned to compete with Korea, and with the world.
www.itcan-cican.gc.ca /op-ed/canada_first-en.asp   (758 words)

  
 Globalization, Trade and Culture Project
He argued that the evolution of international trade rules is culminating is an attempt to develop rules for the internationalization of cultural goods and services.
Campbell was the Consul General for Canada in Los Angeles from 1996 until September of 2000, where she was a tireless advocate for Canada and brought a Canadian perspective to bilateral and international issues.
She was responsible for Canada's involvement in the policy and conference documents for the Ottawa OECD Ministerial Conference on Electronic Commerce and was actively engaged in a range of multilateral and bilateral activities, including lead responsibility for the WTO Work Programme on electronic commerce.
ias.berkeley.edu /canada/gtcfinalreport.html   (5989 words)

  
 SICE - Canada Position on Agriculture   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
Canada's initial negotiating position for the WTO agriculture negotiations was announced in August 1999 by the Honourable Pierre Pettigrew, Minister for International Trade and the Honorable Lyle Vanclief, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food.
Canada ensured that all elements of its initial negotiating position were presented in proposals during the first phase.
Canada continues its efforts to build confidence in the world trading system and to establish consensus for expanded negotiations.
www.sice.oas.org /geograph/mktacc/canagr.asp   (834 words)

  
 Minister of International Trade (Canada) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
In the Cabinet of Canada, The Minister of International Trade (French: Ministre du Commerce international) is the head of the federal government's international trade department (International Trade Canada) and the provisions of treaties such as NAFTA.
This title changed to Minister of International Trade under Prime Minister Paul Martin when he split the former Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade.
The current Minister of International Trade is the Honourable David Emerson.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Minister_of_International_Trade_(Canada)   (195 words)

  
 Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada
Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada supports Canadians abroad; helps Canadian companies succeed in global markets; promotes Canada's culture and values; and works to build a more peaceful and secure world.
As a member of the Global Partnership, Canada is committed to providing former Soviet Union weapons scientists with opportunities to apply their knowledge to peaceful scientific pursuits, while providing them with sustainable employment.
Canada supports microfinance as a powerful tool to reduce poverty and is working to build an enabling environment toward providing financial services to the poor.
www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca /menu-en.asp   (351 words)

  
 International Trade — Oxfam Canada   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
World trade could be a powerful force for reducing poverty, if poor people could sell their products at a decent price.
Unfair trade agreements and agricultural subsidies hamper efforts to reduce poverty in poor countries.
Oxfam Canada and the 12 other Oxfam International affiliates are supporting organizations in poor countries that are demanding pro-poor trade policies from their own governments and the World Trade Organization.
www.oxfam.ca /what-we-do/themes-and-issues/international-trade   (215 words)

  
 PRESS RELEASE Rocketinfo Successfully Renews Contract With International Trade Canada   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
This project is a collaborative effort involving International Trade Canada, the Canadian Commercial Corporation, Export Development Canada, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and Heritage Canada.
This international business-oriented Canadian virtual tool is a personalized password-protected Web page containing market research reports, business leads, business news and visit information that match a company's identified international business interests.
Commenting on the renewal of the agreement, Rocketinfo Director of Business Development Darren DeJean said "International Trade Canada is a great partner for us, and we are gratified by their ongoing confidence and support.
www.marketwire.com /mw/release_html_b1?release_id=76531   (384 words)

  
 InfoExport - Our Regional Offices in Canada
Trade Commissioners working in the Regional Offices can direct you to the products and services that will address your exporting needs.
The mandate of the Regional Offices of the Trade Commissioner Service in Canada is to increase the number of Canadian exporters, to expand and diversify exports and to support the investment initiatives of Canadian small- and medium-sized enterprises.
Team Canada Inc is a network of government and private sector export service providers that help Canadian business succeed in world markets.
www.infoexport.gc.ca /regions/menu-en.html   (388 words)

  
 Canadian Exports Imports and Trade (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab1.cs.wisc.edu)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
Canada will expand its presence in the United States by opening new consulates and establishing a network of honorary consuls.
The Trade Commissioners and Commercial Officers who protect and promote Canada's business interests are located in more than 125 offices around the world.
Trade newsletter from Canada's Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade - news, business opportunities, trade fairs and tips on exports and exporting.
canadaonline.about.com.cob-web.org:8888 /cs/trade/index.htm   (369 words)

  
 Travel Warnings - Consular Affairs
Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada advises against all travel to these countries.
Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada advises against all travel to the specified region(s) of these countries.
Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada advises against non-essential travel to the specified region(s) of these countries.
www.voyage.gc.ca /dest/sos/warnings-en.asp   (373 words)

  
 Canada International Trade Import Export Directory
Export Canada.com has been designed to be the official directory for companies throughout Canada participating in International Trade.
Export Canada.com is part of the worldwide Export Trading Network.
By registering once in their home country directory, an exporter, importer or any company providing a service to the international trade, will have their company listing and profile found in all Export Country Portals across our network where they wish to find new business partners.
www.exportcanada.com   (117 words)

  
 CalTrade Report - Canada, US Reach Final Pact on Lumber Trade   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
GENEVA, Switzerland - 07/03/06 - In a move that is expected to resolve one of the thorniest issues to impact US-Canada relations, Washington and Ottawa have initialed the text of an agreement agreed on the on trade in softwood lumber.
International Trade Minister David Emerson outlined details of the agreement from Geneva where both are attending the ongoing the World Trade Organization Doha Round negotiations.
The 80-page agreement also provides for unrestricted trade when prices are over $355 per Thousand Board Fee (MBF), a condition that has existed for significant portions of the past several years.
www.caltradereport.com /eWebPages/front-page-1151933161.html   (504 words)

  
 Standards Council of Canada - International Trade
The SCC assists International Trade Canada (ITCan) in formulating Canadian policy positions on standards issues in the World Trade Organization (WTO), the key body where international trade rules are established.
The SCC also consults with International Trade Canada on other international trade and economic partnerships on issues related to standardization and conformity assessment.
Another way the SCC addresses international standardization and trade issues is through the work of its advisory committees, which are made up of representatives from across the National Standards System (NSS).
www.scc.ca /en/programs/trade/international.shtml   (415 words)

  
 Trade Team BC: international business, international trade, business opportunities, trade seminars, Canadian trade, ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
Trade Team BC is a group of 25 export-service organizations in British Columbia and the Yukon.
Trade Team BC provides information, programs and services to companies looking to expand internationally into new export markets.
Our members offer a wide range of services, including business seminars to educate new exporters, information on exciting opportunities in new markets, and valuable tips on international trade and doing business as an exporter.
www.bctradeevents.com   (148 words)

  
 Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada hosts Atlantic Building Products Export Conference
The conference is a collaborative event organized by the Trade Commissioner Service of Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada, Prince Edward Island Business Development and Wood Products P.E.I. “Exporting is a crucial component of growing a business,” said Minister Currie.
The Trade Commissioner Service is a network of more than 800 trade commissioners working in Canadian embassies, high commissions and consulates located in over 140 cities around the world.
Trade commissioners work to promote Canada as a dynamic partner for business and help Canadian companies succeed in the global marketplace.
news.gc.ca /cfmx/view/en/index.jsp?articleid=257699   (285 words)

  
 International Trade Forum - The quarterly magazine of the International Trade Centre: Canada
In late October 2003, Canada released the report of the Prime Minister’s Task Force on Women Entrepreneurs.
The task force was chaired by Sarmite Bulte, a member of Canada’s parliament and former president of the Canadian Association of Women Entrepreneurs.
Tips on Canada’s e-strategy, services and partnerships, presented during ITC’s e-mail discussions on export development in the digital economy.
www.tradeforum.org /news/categoryfront.php/id/89/Canada.html   (167 words)

  
 International Trade Canada
International Trade Canada works to position Canada as a business leader for the 21st century.
ITCan helps large and small Canadian companies expand and succeed internationally, promotes Canada as a dynamic place to do business, and negotiates and administers trade agreements.
Trade in services outlines Canada's participation in services trade negotiations that provide the opportunity to expand our presence in world markets and increase the benefits that our citizens derive from trade and economic growth.
www.gdsourcing.ca /works/ITCan.htm   (170 words)

  
 Shifts in U.S. Merchandise Trade 2004 -- Canada
Canada’s economy continued to benefit from increased export earnings resulting from high world energy and commodity prices.
U.S. exports to Canada rose $14.4 billion (10 percent) in 2004, primarily reflecting the declining value of the U.S. dollar along with economic growth in Canada of 3.0 percent in 2004.
Although U.S. imports of Canadian transportation equipment increased in 2004, Canada experienced a declining share of North American automotive manufacturing.
www.usitc.gov /tradeshifts/tradeshifts_canada.htm   (136 words)

  
 Standards Council of Canada - Acronyms & Glossary - ITCan(International Trade Canada)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
International Trade Canada (ITCan), formerly part of the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade (DFAIT), is the federal agency responsible for developing policy, attracting investment in the Canadian economy, providing services to exporters and generally promoting trade development.
It provides technical support and advice on international trade agreements and partnerships.
In addition, the SCC serves as Canada's WTO/NAFTA Enquiry Point, on behalf of ITCan.
www.scc.ca /en/help/glossary/acronymdetails_281.shtml   (102 words)

  
 Canada   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
The Bank of Canada provides statistical information on the Canadian economy and finance including statistics such as monetary policy, interest rates, exchange rates, inflation, etc.
It has a section on trade, investment, and economic statistics.
This reference guide on Canada's cities and towns, census divisions and provinces that provides statistics populations by age and sex, housing types, marital status, private households, families, income, occupations, labour force, home language and schooling.
www.lib.byu.edu /business/statistics/Canada.htm   (1252 words)

  
 SICE - TPD - NAFTA/TLCAN   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
ITC launches investigation on possible modifications to the NAFTA Rules of Origin
The NAFTA Free Trade Commission announced the public release of NAFTA Chapter 11 - Trilateral Negotiating Draft Texts on 16 July, 2004
Statements of the NAFTA Free Trade Commission on the operation of Chapter 11
www.sice.oas.org /TPD/NAFTA/NAFTA.asp   (593 words)

  
 ERS/USDA Briefing Room - Canada: Related Links
Data on production, trade, food balance sheets, fertilizer and pesticides, land use and irrigation, forest and fishery products, population, agricultural machinery, and food aid shipments.
Canadian agriculture, environment and sustainability, finance and economics, markets and trade, and research and innovation.
Trade negotiations and agreements, dispute settlement, export and import controls, and trade policy.
www.ers.usda.gov /briefing/canada/relatedlinks.htm   (84 words)

  
 SPEECH - Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada : ArriveNet Press Releases : Business   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
Clearly we cannot be everywhere and do everything and that is why Canada's International Policy Statement is about choice.
To be competitive globally we have to be competitive at home, through effective and sound regulation, sound fiscal policy and infrastructure investments.
Our priority countries for international commerce are the U.S., emerging markets like China, India, Brazil and Russia and mature ones like the European Union, South Korea and Japan.
press.arrivenet.com /business/article.php/623447.html   (467 words)

  
 International Trade - Canada Customs Invoice - Print Forms (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab1.cs.wisc.edu)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
Commercial shipments into Canada, regardless of the mode of transportation, which are valued at over $1,200 (Canadian), are subject to duties and sales taxes.
These shipments must be accompanied by a Canada Customs invoice that contains all of the information currently required by the Canadian Customs Agency.
Since both the U.S. and Canada use the "Harmonized System of Classification," the language is very similar and therefore interpretation is not an issue.
www.print-forms.com.cob-web.org:8888 /product/25   (106 words)

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