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Exporting a Product or Service

Our focus in export development is making companies aware of the opportunities available to them, preparing them to compete effectively in new markets and providing appropriate support.

The economy of Newfoundland and Labrador has always relied heavily on exports, which have traditionally been in resource-based industries. The trend towards globalization over the past two decades has opened up a wealth of new opportunities for local companies to compete in international markets. This is particularly true for small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) and non resource-based businesses.

The Department published an Export Development Strategy, Newfoundland and Labrador (1.67 MB) which identifies the Department’s goals:

• Increase the export knowledge and preparedness of Newfoundland and Labrador companies
• Increase the number of new exporters
• Increase the sales and growth of existing exporters
• Diversify markets of existing exporters and to introduce new exporters to targeted markets

Export Programs and Services

• ExportAdvantage Internship Program
• Beyond Your Backyard - Export Readiness Program
• Business Networks Program
• TradeWaves
• International Trade Assistance Program
• Master Pre-Shipment Financing Guarantee Program
• Newfoundland and Labrador Export Directory
• Newfoundland and Labrador Export and Innovation Awards
• Trade Logistics
• Trade Policy

For more information on business start-up or expansion:

• Starting a business
• Growing a business

To Find Out More

For information and assistance, contact the IBRD office nearest you.

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