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SUMMARY:Trade Accelerator Program: Indigenous Cohort
DESCRIPTION:The Trade Accelerator Program (TAP) has a proven track record helping SMEs to TAP into their full export potential. \nApplication Deadline: February 8\, 2023 \nJust six months after graduating the program: \n•On average\, export revenue increased by 18% \n•Participants forecast their export sales to grow 47% over the next 5 years \nBy enrolling in TAP Canada\,you can: \n•Navigate complexities of the global trade ecosystem \n•Leverage Canada’s deep trade and investment resources \n•Access tailored\, face-to-face coaching and advice \n•Learn about international best practices \n•Accelerate export readiness \n•Develop and implement a new market entry plan \n•Expand your global trade footprint and increase revenue \nThis program is run over five days\, with the following schedule: \nWorkshop Days-In Person (9:00a.m. –4:30p.m.) \n1. February 22 \n2. February 23 \n3. February 2 \nApplication Deadline –February 8\, 2023 \nMentorship Days–Virtual (8:30a.m. –12:30p.m.) \n4. March 29 \n5. March 30 \nApplication Deadline –February 8\, 2023 \n*Bursary available for qualified companies \n  \nApply Today
URL:https://staging.we-bc.ca/event/trade-accelerator-program-indigenous-cohort/
LOCATION:TBA – Downtown Vancouver
CATEGORIES:Events from Our Partner Network
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ORGANIZER;CN="Greater Vancouver Board of Trade":MAILTO:info@wtcvancouver.ca
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SUMMARY:Incoterms® 2020  International Contracts & Shipping Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Does your organization understand the “terms of sale” of your international transactions? \nThe Selecting Incoterms® for International Contracts & Shipping course is a great introduction to the important role of trade terms\, also known as Incoterms. \nInternational Commercial Terms or Incoterms® are rules used in contracts to clearly communicate the obligations\, costs\, and risks associated with the transportation and delivery of goods\, providing clarity for sellers and buyers and helping facilitate trade. \nFirst issued by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) in 1936\, Incoterms® rules are typically revised every ten years to reflect the changing economic landscape and provide specific guidance to individuals participating in the import and export of goods. \nAny business professional that works in a role that touches the exporting or importing process within an organization will gain from attending this session by learning how to reduce risk\, lower costs and prevent issues related to international shipping. \nTHE SESSION WILL INCORPORATE THE FOLLOWING TOPICS:\n\nThe current 2020 terms and associated Articles & how to use them\nHow Incoterms® fit (or don’t fit) international shipping formats & practices\nImportant considerations when using specific terms related to loading\, import\, export & insurance\nHow to incorporate the Incoterms® into contracts & common contractual elements\nHow to avoid risk & negotiate terms that help control costs & reduce exposure to liability\n\nMembers & Partner Companies: $249 + GST\nNon-member Companies: $349 + GST \nRegister Today – Limited Seats Available!
URL:https://staging.we-bc.ca/event/incoterms-2020-international-contracts-shipping-workshop/
LOCATION:Simon Fraser University\, 8888 University Dr\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, V5A 1S6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events from Our Partner Network
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ORGANIZER;CN="Greater Vancouver Board of Trade":MAILTO:info@wtcvancouver.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221109
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SUMMARY:Trade Accelerator Program: Women-Led Cohort
DESCRIPTION:WeBC is proud to be a Presenting Partner of this program! \nTAP is a 5-day program designed to help SMEs TAP into their full export potential. It has a proven track record helping participants get results. \nWith new trade agreements\, a competitive Canadian dollar\, and new business opportunities\, now is the ideal time to extend your company’s reach through international expansion of goods and services. \nSince 2017\, World Trade Centre Vancouver has successfully delivered 27 TAP cohorts in B.C. \nJust six months after graduating the program: \n\nOn average\, export revenue increased by 23%\nParticipants forecast their export sales to grow 47% over the next 5 years\n\nBy enrolling in TAP you can: \n\nNavigate complexities of the global trade ecosystem\nLeverage Canada’s deep trade and investment resources\nAccess tailored\, face-to-face coaching and advice\nLearn about international best practices\nAccelerate export readiness\nDevelop and implement a new market entry plan\nExpand your global trade footprint and increase revenue\n\n\nSchedule:\nRegistration:  8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.\nWorkshop Days:  9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.\nMentorship Days:  8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.\n\nThis program requires you to attend all five sessions. \nWorkshop Days – in person \n\nNov 08\nNov 09\nNov 10\n\nMentorship Days – virtual \n\nDec 07\nDec 08\n\nApplication Deadline: October 25\, 2022 \nFull bursaries available for WeBC clients! Simply name WeBC as your referring organization on the application. \nLearn more or apply >>>
URL:https://staging.we-bc.ca/event/trade-accelerator-program-women-led-cohort/
LOCATION:TBD – Downtown Vancouver
CATEGORIES:Events from Our Partner Network,Growing Your Business,Trade Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Greater Vancouver Board of Trade":MAILTO:info@wtcvancouver.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220920
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220921
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SUMMARY:Creative Industries Cohort of the Trade Accelerator Program (TAP)
DESCRIPTION:WeBC is proud to be a Community Partner of this program! \nTAP is designed to help SMEs TAP into their full export potential. It has a proven track record helping participants get results. \nWith new trade agreements\, a competitive Canadian dollar\, and new business opportunities\, now is the ideal time to extend your company’s reach through international expansion of goods and services. \nSince 2017\, World Trade Centre Vancouver has successfully delivered 27 TAP cohorts in B.C. \nJust six months after graduating the program: \n\nOn average\, export revenue increased by 23%\nParticipants forecast their export sales to grow 47% over the next 5 years\n\nBy enrolling in TAP you can: \n\nNavigate complexities of the global trade ecosystem\nLeverage Canada’s deep trade and investment resources\nAccess tailored\, face-to-face coaching and advice\nLearn about international best practices\nAccelerate export readiness\nDevelop and implement a new market entry plan\nExpand your global trade footprint and increase revenue\n\n\nFour Groups of Creative Industries: \n\nHeritage: Traditional Cultural Expressions\, ex. art gallery for Indigenous arts or artisanal jewelry\nArts: Visual Arts\, Performing Arts\, ex. Cirque du Soleil\nMedia: Motion Picture\, Video and Sound Recording\, Broadcasting\, Print and Publishing\, ex. film and television production companies\nFunctional Creations: Design\, New Media (Software\, Video Games\, AR\, and VR) and Creative Services (R&D\, Architecture\, Advertising\, Fashion Design)\n\n*Bursary available for qualified companies. \n\n\nSchedule:\nRegistration:  8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.\nWorkshop Days:  9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.\nMentorship Days:  8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.\n\nThis program requires you to attend all five sessions. \nWorkshop Days – in person \n\nOct 04\nOct 05\nOct 06\n\nMentorship Days – virtual \n\nNov 02\nNov 03\n\nApplication Deadline: 20 September 2022 \n 
URL:https://staging.we-bc.ca/event/creative-industries-cohort-of-the-trade-accelerator-program-tap/
LOCATION:TBD – Downtown Vancouver
CATEGORIES:Events from Our Partner Network,Trade Events
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