Heather Gray
Senior Account Manager
Export Development Canada
Posts by Heather
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Global Economic Outlook: A ‘growth recession’
Fragile global economy leaves little room for error
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Global Financial Markets
Keep track of the international markets that matter to your business. Get the latest financial and macroeconomic information for both developed and emerging markets.
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The Commodity Tracker
Commodity prices can impact exporting, world trade and your business, but you can stay abreast of prices and other indicators with this at-a-glance report.
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Aspin Kemp & Associates: Charting their course to success
Aspin Kemp & Associates: Charting their course to success
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Meadow Lake Tribal Council: Exporting brings home new opportunities
Steady support keeps this Indigenous-owned sawmill buzzing in a volatile market.
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Global Economic Outlook—Autumn 2022
With surging commodity prices, record inflation and the war in Ukraine, Canadian companies are facing new challenges and potential risks. EDC’s Global Economic Outlook provides insights to help you make better business decisions.
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Avoiding market myopia
EDC Economics’ keeps close eye on crucial long-term trends
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A market to watch: Peru
Mining, energy and infrastructure offer opportunities for Canadian companies in Peru
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Here’s to the (Canadian) farmer
Recent events have brought global food insecurity to crisis levels. But Canada can help.
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Turn collateral back into cash with APSG
Fuel your growth with EDC’s Account Performance Security Guarantee (APSG)
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Summertime and the livin’ isn’t all that easy
EDC Economics unveils its Top 10 global risks
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Power play
Does Europe’s energy predicament offer an opportunity for Canadian oil and gas?
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Top 10 global risks in 2022
EDC Economics identifies the challenges facing Canadian companies, including rising inflation, the energy crunch and war in Ukraine.
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Taking the long view
What past economic downturns reveal about what’s to come
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Tips for tech companies expanding into U.K., European markets
Opportunities abound, but do your homework first
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Buckle up: It’s going to be a bumpy ride
Global economic growth expected to be considerably weaker
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Trade confidence plummets from last year’s highs
Increased global uncertainty dims Canadian exporters’ outlook
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Global leader in international business training turns 30
The Forum for International Trade Training celebrates 30 years as a global leader in trade education.
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The global impact of cleantech exporters: How five companies are raising the bar
Canada is a global leader in clean technology and these five companies are why.
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EDC’s Trade Confidence Index
As businesses navigate their way through myriad economic, political and social challenges, our mid-year Trade Confidence Index (TCI) shows Canadian exporters have a gloomier outlook since our December survey. Discover what else is top of mind for them, including their countries of interest when planning to expand overseas.
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Giving back: Helping Indigenous is the foundation of Cheekbone Beauty
Jenn Harper, owner of Cheekbone Beauty, donates proceeds from her makeup sales to help Indigenous.
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Lights! Camera! Export!
Canada’s cultural sector has potential to boost international sales
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How Indigenous businesses are taking on the world
A look at the trends and individuals driving growth and innovation for Indigenous businesses.
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Millennium of aftermath
Paying attention to peripheral vision key to anticipating tail risks
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Market of opportunity: Doing business in Brazil
Agri-food, infrastructure and health care are areas of interest for Canadian companies in Brazil.
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What happens in Ukraine reverberates everywhere
Conflict heightens economic, social, political country risks
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Creating a connected and sustainable society with CBS
How EDC helped an optical systems consulting company grow internationally.
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The less visible victims of the war
Energy, agriculture supply disruptions threaten stability of developing markets
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Market of opportunity: Doing business in the United Kingdom
The U.K. remains a durable springboard for Canadian companies into the European market.
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Not another article on supply chains!?
Entrenched vulnerabilities threaten Canada’s growth potential
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Why rising geopolitical risk matters
War in Ukraine highlights changing global system
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Canadian competitiveness: Can nice guys finish first?
Widespread access to capital key to ensuring our continued relevance
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Market of opportunity: Doing business in Indonesia
With its young population, skyrocketing global growth, Indonesia is an established economic force.
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Brazil: Perpetually emerging
Market offers opportunity for those prepared to take on risk
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Where have all the workers gone?
Post-pandemic labour market tightness sign of things to come
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Global forecast: On track for strong, but uneven growth
Discover valuable insights in EDC’s Global Economic Outlook
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The monetary policy tightrope
Central bankers walk fine line between inflation, financial market volatility
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5 tips: Managing risk in turbulent times
How to protect your business against disruptions
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Ask the Export Help Team: Sealing the deal
Canadian entrepreneurs like you learn how to navigate international contracts.
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FAQs: What Canadian exporters need to know about Russia-Ukraine conflict
Frequently asked questions about the impacts the Russia-Ukraine conflict is having on global trade
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Economic fallout of the war in Ukraine
Crisis complicates already difficult policy tradeoffs
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Women entrepreneurs offer top tips for exporting to the U.S.
Owners of three women-led companies in the food-processing sector give tips for exporting to the U.S.
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Cleantech: Opportunity rocks
Current energy transition challenges will create new class of winners
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Was the world a riskier place in 2021?
Reflections on EDC’s latest Country Risk Quarterly
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Cyril Owona: How a career detour led to becoming founder of ISCI Inc.
How EDC helped this Black-owned business grow internationally
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Genecis Bioindustries takes circular economy to the next level
Genecis utilizes bacteria to convert food waste into PHA plast
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Is globalization dead (again)?
Supply chain disruptions raise questions around future of offshoring
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Benefits of supply chain sustainability
By reducing energy costs and generating less waste, you can make your supply chain more sustainable.
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Trucker blockades put pressure on Canadian exporters
Trucker blockades at Canada-U.S. borders put added stress on Canadian supply chains.
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It takes a team
The movie is done, roll the credits!
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Oh, the things that I’ve seen!
As I retire from EDC, a few observations
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Fresh leadership and new focus on Black-owned businesses
EDC seeks to encourage and assist Black entrepreneurs to grow their companies by exporting.
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What ‘Buy America’ means for your business
Strategies for Canadian exporters
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Rate hikes add to the worry list
Get ready for sooner, swifter increases
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Building your business growth plan
Find out how to make a detailed roadmap to take your business where you want it to go.
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HS codes 2022: What you need to know to avoid supply chain delays
The Harmonized System (HS) uses six-digit codes to identify globally traded products.
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Economic outlook: ‘They say it’s not, but it’s hot!’
Business is finding it hard to keep pace
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Six top trends to watch in 2022
Canadian exporters should continue to monitor the global economic environment
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Canada’s 2022 export prospects
We’re off to a sizzling start, but current constraints remain
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Export risks: 4 ways to respond to the challenge
For any Canadian business entering a global market, the risks can be daunting. Planning ahead is key.
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Trade confidence powers on
Challenges aside, Canadian exporters hold bright view of 2022
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COVID-19: Some industries still submerged
Growth may be testing capacity limits, but not for all
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The global need for new investment
Current capacity crunch reveals sub-par investment
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G2V Optics: Casting light on critical sectors
G2V, a cleantech company revolutionizing the aerospace and food industries with light technology.
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The COVID-19 car craze
The big auto appetite is starved for supply
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The global growth surprise
Why we’re all struggling to surf the economic surge
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Westport Fuel Systems drives innovation to power a cleaner tomorrow
Westport Fuel Systems drives innovation to power a cleaner tomorrow
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Growing through global value chains
New online tool assesses Canadian women’s business readiness
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Has country risk finally bottomed out?
As governments withdraw stimulus, wave of bankruptcies possible
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What’s keeping Canadian exporters up at night?
List of top concerns is shifting
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Xebec Adsorption helps the world transition to a low-carbon future
Xebec Adsorption helps the world transition to a low-carbon future
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Global Export Forecast: Brighter days ahead
Despite rebound in global trade, progress uneven across numerous sectors
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Resolve your urgent export issues quickly and with confidence
Solve urgent export problems with the new Exporter Solutions online tool from TCS.
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Clean food: natural chemistries replace harmful synthetic pesticides
Learn about Terramera’s cleantech innovations and how EDC helps the company manage risk.
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Specialty chemicals company creates high-value additives from waste plastic
GREENMANTRA is an EDC Cleantech Export Star for 2021. Learn more about this innovative company.
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From pond to plate: Tech company helps shrimp farmers trade more efficiently
Learn about XpertSea’s cleantech innovations and how EDC helps the company manage risk.
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From waste to resource: Quadrogen turns dirty biogas into clean energy
Learn how Quadrogen is developing and exporting innovative cleantech, with help from EDC.
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Mysa Smart Thermostats: innovation for electric heating and cooling
Learn about Mysa’s innovative products and how EDC helped the company go to market and export.
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Employers frustrated by tightening job market
Are there any quick fixes to the labour logjam?
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Women in trade: 3 benefits of strong global networks
For women looking to expand their business internationally, strategic networks are vital to success.
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P&P Optica uses the science of light to keep food out of landfills
P&P Optica uses the science of light to keep food out of landfills.
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Is the clogged global shipping system a temporary issue?
The critical autumn retail season is in trouble
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The post-pandemic spending splurge
What will consumers do with all that pent-up cash?
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The fork in the road
Growth surges while pandemic lingers
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Negotiating international contracts
Find out what questions you need to ask when
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Business investment steps up
Companies are adapting to new realities and creating capacity
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Expanding abroad? 3 markets to watch: Germany, Peru and Vietnam
Germany, Peru and Vietnam are three markets that offer opportunities for Canadian exporters.
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If supply chains are a mess, why is global trade booming?
Gloomy economic headlines make for mixed messages
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ESG and your international business
ESG strengthens your business, makes it more resilient and is the right thing to do.
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How three companies used EDC’s solution to improve their FX strategy
Three case studies show how EDC’s FXG helps companies of all sizes manage currency risk.
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Fall 2021 hot list
Key economic issues of focus as summer winds down
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Ask the Export Help Team: Moving the goods
Canadian entrepreneurs like you learn about trade rules and how to start their due diligence.
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High confidence defies general gloom
Wracked with uncertainty, we’re still upbeat
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The robots are coming!
Mechanization is an answer to a lot of the economy’s structural puzzles
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A fall cooling for hot summer prices?
Nothing automatic about slower near-term inflation
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Advisory boards: Effective tool for growing your business
Advisory boards are made up of experts, who offer insights and knowledge to help grow your business.
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Ask the Export Help Team: Tackling your taxes
Canadian entrepreneurs like you find out how they can tackle their international taxes.
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Federal partners work to rally Canada's recovery
New initiative focuses on furthering the growth of Canadian companies in high-potential export sectors
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The only way to go is up
Despite growing optimism, global recovery uneven