OWIT-Toronto upcoming events

Trade Accelerator Program Applications (Tuesday, July 28, 2026)

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT

The Trade Accelerator Program (TAP) supports export-ready small and medium-sized businesses looking to expand into international markets.

Through expert-led training, mentorship and customized export planning, program participants gain the knowledge, tools and connections needed to successfully pursue global growth opportunities. TAP helps businesses develop practical export strategies, navigate international markets and build long-term competitiveness in the global economy. This program is funded by the Government of Canada through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario).

Deadline to apply is July 28, 2026, at 4 p.m.

Learn more and apply now: https://www.toronto.ca/business-economy/business-operation-growth/business-incentives/trade-accelerator-program/

Trade Mission to France: Mission Paris 2026 (Sunday, October 25, 2026)

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT

The Réseau des Femmes d'affaires du Québec (RFAQ) is organizing a trade mission to Paris, France from October 25 - 31, 2026. Open to all Canadian women entrepreneurs, this trade mission will help businesses build strategic partnerships, develop their international networks, and access opportunities in the French and European markets. The program includes participation at the two-day InvestHer Summit, an English-language event where women founders and investors can connect.

RFAQ will host an info session in English on July 2 from 12:00pm-1:00pm EST.

Find more information and registration links here.

BCCC Women in Business Mission to Brazil (Sunday, November 22, 2026)

Sun, 22 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT

The Brazil-Canada Chamber of Commerce (BCCC) is organizing the Brazil–Canada Women in Business Mission 2026 from November 21–27, a delegation that will connect women leaders from Canadian companies with Brazil’s dynamic business ecosystem. Through executive meetings, industry briefings, networking events, and site visits, participants will gain firsthand market insights while building relationships to strengthen commercial ties between Canada and Brazil.

OWIT members are eligible for an exclusive 50% discount on the cost of attendance, reducing the fee to CAD $500 for registrations by September 15, 2026 and CAD $1,000 after.

Find more information, including the full agenda and application form, here.