Tak Yamada and his sister Mayumi Bae opened The Workshop Vegetarian Café in North Vancouver in 2016. They now have a clear roadmap that outlines the steps to successfully enter new markets, like the United States. Read the full success story here:

Did you know that British Columbia is home to the second largest number of Indigenous entrepreneurs in Canada?. Read our latest blog post to explore the importance of Indigenous-owned businesses in B.C.

As an Export Advisor, Denan Kuni draws on his 30 years' experience in international economic development to support Indigenous entrepreneurs looking to expand their business. Check out the post here:

Join Export Navigator on November 28 for an introduction to the world of intellectual property and patent law. You'll discover how to navigate new markets and protect your intellectual property with Kellen Voyer of Voyer Law. Register for free today:

From startups to established businesses, #ExportNavigator offers expert guidance to expand, utilize resources, and strengthen your business. Create a winning strategy to access new markets and export with confidence. Find an advisor at

With support from Export Advisor Shannan Roberts, Tribalure Canada’s founders gained the connections to increase exposure and improve availability for their products in the U.S., bringing their expansion plans to life. Read the full success story here:

In our most recent blog post, we cover how the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) offers major benefits for businesses exporting to the Asia-Pacific region. Read the full post here:

After selling out every week at local farmer's markets, Yeshi Food knew they had something special. Thanks to the support from Export Navigator, their dressings are now available at 1200 retailers across Canada. Read the story here:

Will's Food had big plans to share their authentic Chinese sauce with the world. With guidance from Export Navigator, that dream is now becoming a reality. Read the full success story here: @willsfoodinc

A Market Entry Strategy (MES) is your business’ plan for how best to deliver your goods or services in a new target market. Read our latest blog post to learn how a winning MES can set your business up for success.

Are you interested in expanding your business? Take our free e-course and learn the basics of exporting. Whether your business is just getting started or already fully established, Export Essentials is here to guide your export journey. Register today at

Discover new ways to grow your Indigenous-owned business beyond B.C. with free, one-on-one support from a specialized Export Advisor. Ready to start your export journey? Find an advisor today at

For Farming Karma Fruit Co., accessing information was holding back their export growth. "Some things you just can’t know until you’ve gone through it. Export Navigator makes it so much easier to go through those hoops and hurdles.". Read the story:

Less than one month left to nominate your small business for an Award!. The clock is ticking, nominations for the #SBBCAwards close on Aug 16. Don't miss out on a potential cash prize of $5,000. Nominate your business or let your favourite business know:

Natural Farmworks is the first Canadian farm to grow and process greens as tea. With Export Navigator’s guidance, the team gained the knowledge and tools to understand international exporting, enabling them to launch into the U.S. Read the story here:

Did you know? The European Union is Canada's second-largest trade partner, after the United States. Read how the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) makes it easier for Canadian businesses to access European markets.

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We're looking for a new Export Advisor to join our team. This contract position is a fantastic opportunity to help businesses in the North Coast & Nechako region of B.C. to explore new markets. To learn more about the position, please visit:

Westwood Leather Co stands out for its items—from wallets to dog collars—that are beautiful and durable. With the support of her export advisor, owner Olivia D’Alessandro gained the know-how to send orders worldwide with confidence. Read the story:

Indigenous entrepreneurs are starting new businesses at nine times the Canadian average. Join @smallbusinessbc on July 9 for a free, virtual fireside chat with thriving indigenous entrepreneurs in B.C. Register now: