| United around the globe to foster international trade and the advancement of women in business. |
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About us |
OUR MISSIONOrganization of Women in International Trade-Toronto seeks to enhance the status and interests of women in the field of international trade through the establishment of a global network of business contacts. | OUR GOALSBusiness: To promote international trade and commerce Networking: To establish and expand international business contacts, particularly among women. Education: To help members develop global business skills and stay current on international issues |
OUR HISTORY
Formed in March 2000, the Organization of Women in International Trade-Toronto (OWIT-Toronto) is a non-profit professional organization designed to promote women doing business internationally by providing networking opportunities, export education and global business contacts.
OWIT-Toronto was the first Canadian chapter of the Organization of Women in International Trade (OWIT). Originating in the United States in 1989, OWIT is a worldwide network of chapters promoting international trade and commerce.
WHO WE ARE
Members include women exporters and importers, service providers and government representatives involved in trade. With women-owned businesses significantly underrepresented in the global trade arena, OWIT seeks to change this by providing global business contacts, networking and educational opportunities.Take a moment to view a gallery of photos taken at events we have hosted (pre-2019).
Below are photos of some of our events, from 2019 to 2022.
2022
 Export Awards Guest Speaker Pierre Pettigrew with Aylin Lusi, OWIT Board Member/Moderator December 2022
Virtual OWIT Canadian Women's Business Delegation to Mexico Overview from Mexican Industry Leaders' and Buyers' Panel March 2022 |
Export Award Winner, Yvonne Robertson, Matrix Power Services Ltd., with Sabine Soumare, WEKH
Export Award Winner, Natalie Jiang, with Kathleen Wang, |
2021
Virtual Annual General Meeting - OWIT-Toronto - January 2021 |
2020
 Women in Business & Leadership Forum - In Celebration of International Women's Day March 2020 |  Mixer for Trade Professionals BCE Place - February 2020 |
Virtual Export Awards - November 2020 |
Women in Business & Leadership Forum - In Celebration of International Women's Day March 2020 |
Language and Culture Webinar: Gateway and Tips to the Hispanic Export Markets - July 2020 |
2019
Woman Exporter of the Year - September 2019 Myra Sable, Sable & Rosenfeld |
Holiday Party Hosted by BennettJones - December 2019 Panel on "Year End Reflections" |
OWIT-Toronto Trade Mission to Expo Manufactura (Mexico) in Advanced Manufacturing - February 2019 |
Excellence Award for Leadership in International Trade - Isabella Bertani |
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