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Trade Accelerator Program | International Business Growth Strategies

Expand your business globally with our Trade Accelerator Program. Gain invaluable insights from hands-on workshops and personalized mentoring to develop an expert-vetted export plan for international success.
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The Trade Accelerator Program (TAP) by World Trade Centre Toronto empowers SMEs for strategic international growth. With top export advisors, tailored coaching and essential resources, it equips businesses to scale successfully.

This program is designed for leaders, CEOs, owners and c-suite executives of Ontario-based companies in various industries. In six weeks, through virtual and in-person hands-on workshops and mentoring sessions, seasoned professionals help participants develop an effective export plan.

ABOUT THE COHORT

Led by industry experts and thought leaders, this session will cover a wide range of topics, including:

  • Market Insights: Opportunities, Challenges & Risks
  • International Marketing & Sales
  • International Financial Management
  • Funding Programs & Grants for Exporting
  • Global Legal Considerations & Tax Policies

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

TAP is open to companies that are:

  • Exporting a product, services or technologies and want to diversify their export market or are exploring the possibility of expanding their business internationally
  • Generating more than $500,000 in annual revenue or $1,000,000 paid in capital
  • Operating for at least 2 years and registered in Canada

WHEN & WHERE

  • Day 1: January 28 | In-person; Toronto, ON 
  • Day 2: February | Virtual 
  • Day 3: February 11 | Virtual 
  • Day 4: February 18 | Virtual 
  • Export Plan Submission Due: February 19  
  • Day 5: March 5 | Mentoring (Virtual) 
  • Day 6: March 12 | Wrap Up; In-person; Toronto, ON

FEES

Thanks to our generous partners, this special cohort is being offered free of charge to Ontario businesses.

KEY CONTACT

Noah Barnett: | nbarnett@bot.com

Apply for the session

TAP is designed for export-ready companies meeting the eligibility requirements outlined above. Your application will be reviewed by one of our team members, who will connect with you within 3-5 business days to discuss your program status.

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Program Partners

The Trade Accelerator Program is supported by several partners, including Innovation, Science and Economic Development, in delivering Canada’s Export Diversification Strategy.