Growing Exports of Canadian Manufactured Goods

Besides accounting for more than one tenth of Canada’s total GDP, the country’s manufacturing sector exports more than $354 billion each year, comprising 68% of all of the country’s merchandise exports. Through our advocacy efforts and program services, CME is determined to further engage industry and government to reinvigorate Canadian exports and expand Canada’s opportunities for future growth.

As part of CME’s mission to unlock Canada’s export potential, we work with both private and public sector partners to help manufacturers explore, access, and navigate domestic and foreign markets. CME’s export-related services and offerings continue to expand, including industry-specific events, networking opportunities, peer councils, training, and other resources.

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Doubling Value-Added Exports

According to CME’s trade advocacy reports, industry and government should work together to focus resources on areas that will strive towards doubling value-added exports by 2030 – one of the primary objectives of CME’s Industrie 2030 manufacturing strategy for Canada. In gearing up for Canada’s exports, CME seeks to revolve these efforts around three key export pillars:

Strengthening Canada’s existing export foundations, with a focus on building from existing trade agreements, especially the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA), and leveraging our natural and existing strengths and resources;
Scaling up small- and medium-sized companies to support them going global through stronger support programs for domestic investment as well as international growth opportunities; and
Attracting foreign direct investment and global production mandates from large multinational companies.

Read CME’s report Stalled Trade: Gearing Up for Canadian Exports for more information.

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CME Services for Manufacturers

Exporting 101 Resources

Exports not only drive growth in output and profitability, but also fuel innovation, product development, and investment opportunities. This one-stop export online resource guide provides manufacturers with the tools and knowledge they need to start accessing new markets and increasing their exports.

The Forum For International Trade (FITT) Training Program

The Forum for International Trade Training (FITT) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing international business training, resources, and professional certification to individuals and businesses. FITT offers the only international business training programs and related professional designation (CITP®|FIBP®) endorsed by the Canadian government. Their international business training solutions have become the standard of excellence for global trade professionals across Canada and around the world.

CME Export Peer Councils

CME peer councils offer both experienced and aspiring exporters an opportunity to connect and discuss a variety of trade-related topics – from market entry strategies to supply chain disruptions – all while exploring best practices, policies, and trends in the export sector with the guidance of industry experts.

CME Export and Trade Reports and Research

Access in-depth research and commentary on the state of supply chain, export and trade in Canada.

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