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Market Entry Strategy

Generalizes on the best strategy to enter the market, e.g., visiting the country; importance of relationships to finding a good partner; use of agents.

Last published date: 2022-08-03

For many companies (particularly in the manufacturing and construction sectors), frequent visits to Canada and establishing a local presence (either physical or through a local agent/distributor) are crucial to long-term market success.

If your company is new to the Canadian market, contact our U.S. Commercial Service offices in Canada and a U.S Department of Commerce export assistance Center near you.