Trade Accelerator Program | Agri-Food & Agri-Tech Commercialization for Global Success

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, hosted in partnership with the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness and Ministry of Rural Affairs is designed for leaders, CEOs, owners and c-suite executives of Ontario-based companies in the Agri-Food & Agri-Tech industry. 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
Offering an attractive value proposition

WHEN & WHERE

Workshops:

Day 1 (In-Person) October 7th, 2024; 9am to 4pm | Venue: Toronto
Day 2 (90-minute Virtual): October 15th, 2024
Day 3 (90-minute Virtual): October 22nd, 2024
Day 4 (90-minute Virtual): October 29th, 2024
Day 5 (90-minute Virtual): November 5th, 2024
Day 6 (In-Person): November 25th, 2024; 9am to 12pm | Venue: Toronto

Mentoring Session (Virtual): November 20th, 2024; 9am to 12pm

FEES

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

KEY CONTACT

Jon Joel: +1 416 883 4101 | jjoel@bot.com

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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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Ontario Ministry of Agriculture Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA)

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