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Export Growth Hub

Export Growth Hub

Looking to expand your business globally? 

Get better connected and map the way with EDC's Export Growth Hub.

Get better connected and map the way with EDC's Export Growth Hub

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    Discover the export impact with insights, connections and financing solutions you need to expand internationally

    The Export Growth Hub, located in the Catalyst building, provides a space for Canadian companies to learn, network and collaborate on international trade opportunities with exporters and business partners in southwestern Ontario.

                

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    Our programming will give you valuable insights on key sectors, profile new markets to enter and economic outlooks to help navigate the road ahead!

    • Key location to support southwestern Ontario's diverse exporter population
    • Venue for trade events with key partners and matchmaking activities
    • Collaborative space with wall-mounted touchscreens to access EDC knowledge tools
    • Home to our regional office, the space also provides interactive workspace for meetings, workshops and small events to foster relationships

                

                

    Featured event

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    Europe's Role in Canada's Trade Diversification Strategy

    Join us on May 26th for an exclusive event focused on exploring export opportunities in Europe. As Canadian businesses seek to diversify their markets and strengthen their global presence, Europe offers a wealth of potential with its diverse economies, robust trade agreements, and strategic location. At this event, you'll receive insights that will provide you with actionable intelligence to help you navigate and succeed in Europe’s evolving market.

    We look forward to seeing you there!

    Register today

                

                

    Upcoming events

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    For upcoming events and knowledge sessions at the Export Growth Hub. 

                

                

    Frequently asked questions

    Curious about the Export Growth Hub? Here's more information to get you started:

    Select "register today" button located under the event you're interested in and another window will open that will have the registration form to complete on Eventbrite. 

    All events will be in-person unless a virtual option is indicated on the registration page for the event. 

    No, in-person events will not be recorded. The events will be in-person to encourage collaboration and networking. 

    The Export Growth Hub is located at the Catalyst 137, 137 Glasgow St., Suite 460, Kitchener, ON, N2G 4X8. 

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    For more information, please e-mail exportgrowthhub@edc.ca and an EDC representative will contact you within 2 business days. 

                

                

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    To receive more information about the Export Growth Hub, please contact the team at exportgrowthhub@edc.ca. 

    Export Growth Hub location

    Catalyst 137,
    137 Glasgow St., Suite 460,
    Kitchener, ON, N2G 4X8

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    Date modified: 2025-05-06

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