Calendar of International Trade Programs and Events

Sector: Multi-sector

Market Region: United States and Canada

Date: February 4, 2026 (09:30-12:30, EST)

The Government of Ontario, in partnership with the Trade Commissioner Service, invites Ontario businesses from all sectors to a free webinar designed to help you successfully enter or grow your presence in the United States market.

Whether you're exploring opportunities or already exporting to the U.S., this session will provide valuable insights and practical guidance from industry experts, including representatives from:
• Global Affairs Canada
• Mohawk Global
• DBA Accounting
• A U.S. Immigration Law Firm

Topics will include:
• U.S. immigration and business visa requirements
• Federal and state tax liability issues
• Currency exchange strategies
• Corporate and legal considerations
• CUSMA Compliance and U.S. customs clearance documentation
• Logistics and warehousing
• Strategic advice for U.S. market entry

Why attend?
According to Global Affairs Canada, over 98% of tariff lines and 99.9% of bilateral trade between Canada and the U.S. are eligible for preferential treatment under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA)—provided the goods meet the agreement’s rules of origin.

Recent data from the Bank of Canada confirms that approximately 95% of Canadian exports to the U.S. currently qualify for CUSMA benefits, shielding them from the latest round of U.S. tariff increases. In April 2025, nearly 90% of Canadian exports entered the U.S. duty-free, despite rising trade tensions.

This webinar is especially relevant for Ontario businesses that:

• Are planning to enter the U.S. market for the first time.
• Want to expand their existing U.S. operations.
• Need to understand how to maintain CUSMA compliance and avoid costly tariffs.
 

Register now