• Exporting alcohol to Canada? Read on…

    Exporting alcohol to Canada? Read on…

    Knowing the regulatory landscape is crucial for makers of wine, beer, spirits, and ready-to-drink cocktails looking to introduce their products into 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…

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  • Canada’s circular economy.

    Canada’s circular economy.

    What is the circular economy? It’s a different way of doing business, the opposite of a linear economy that moves in a straight line from resource extraction to waste disposal. In a circular economy, nothing is waste. According to the Government of Canada’s Environment and Natural Resources site: “The circular economy retains and recovers as…

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  • What’s on December ’24.

    What’s on December ’24.

    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 make connections, find new products/services, and learn about industry trends. December is a quieter month for these shows, thanks to…

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  • Bilingualism and Bill 96.

    Bilingualism and Bill 96.

    We often get questions about French language requirements in Canada (particularly in Quebec). With language law changes coming into full effect next year, it’s a good time to examine the matter and highlight compliance requirements for businesses. But first, here is some history for context. The Royal Commission on Bilingualism and Biculturalism (1963-69) stated that…

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  • Canada’s Grocery Code of Conduct.

    Canada’s Grocery Code of Conduct.

    It’s taken a few years and much discussion, but Canada’s Grocery Code of Conduct is getting ready for its debut. Canada’s federal, provincial, and territorial agriculture ministers announced in July that all the grocery industry’s major players had agreed to sign on to the code, “bringing more fairness, transparency, and predictability to Canada’s grocery supply…

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  • How to sell to Canadians online.

    How to sell to Canadians online.

    We often work with US-based online retailers excited about entering the Canadian market, so a little guidance on this topic is always a good thing. While there are plenty of opportunities for online sales in Canada, customizing your website for your target market is vitally important for success. Below are some things you’ll need to…

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