Category: Information

  • Canada’s language labelling requirements.

    Canada’s language labelling requirements.

    English and French are the two most widely spoken languages in Canada, and both are the country’s two official languages, as per the Official Languages Act. Both have equal status in the operation of (and services provided by) federal institutions, and citizens can obtain federal government services in either official language. Canada’s provincial and territorial…

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  • Athleisure in Canada.

    Athleisure in Canada.

    Canadians embrace athleisure. They enjoy an active lifestyle that includes hiking, skiing, and cycling – all activities requiring functional clothing. ‘Athleisure’ has become popular in Canada, a byproduct of post-pandemic movements that include a growing acceptance of casual wear in the workplace, and a cultural shift toward comfort and practicality that has brought casual dressing…

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  • What’s on in November, 2025.

    What’s on in November, 2025.

    We know it’s still summer, but it’s also a good time to think about your fall ’25 trade show schedule. Every month we present a list of trade (and consumer) events happening across Canada. We do this because they’re an excellent entry point into a new market; they give visitors and exhibitors a chance to…

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  • Exporting alcohol to Canada? Read on…

    Exporting alcohol to Canada? Read on…

    Understanding the regulatory landscape is crucial for makers of wine, beer, spirits, and ready-to-drink cocktails seeking to introduce their products to the Canadian market.  Every province or territory in Canada has its own liquor control laws and regulations, and beverage alcohol exported to Canada must go through a liquor board or commission in the province…

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  • A note about email marketing in Canada.

    A note about email marketing in Canada.

    Planning an email marketing campaign in Canada? You should be aware of CASL before you begin. Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL) was enacted in 2014 to promote best practices in email marketing while combating spam and related issues, including identity theft, phishing, and the spread of malware, such as viruses, worms, and trojans. CASL is designed…

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  • Understanding Canada’s HST, GST, and PST.

    Understanding Canada’s HST, GST, and PST.

    Foreign companies doing business in Canada should familiarize themselves with several tax terms – the Goods and Services Tax (GST), the Provincial Sales Tax (PST), and the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST). The GST is a 5% federal tax that applies to most Canadian goods and services. It was implemented in 1991, to replace the hidden Manufacturer’s Sales…

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