Trade Missions and Events
Select Trade Missions for Markham Businesses
Trade Missions and Events - Government of Canada
International Trade Program and Events - Government of Ontario
Date - December 2-11, 2025
Location - Taiwan & Australia
The Government of Ontario, in collaboration with the Canadian Trade Office in Taiwan, is organizing a life sciences export business mission for Ontario companies in the biotech, medtech and healthtech sector to participate in the 2025 Healthcare+ Expo Taiwan event.
Joining the Ontario mission to 2025 Healthcare+ Expo Taiwan represents an excellent opportunity for innovative Ontario companies with leading-edge biotech, medtech and healthtech products and solutions interested in Taiwan and Asia Pacific market. The event provides a unique platform and unrivaled visibility to access potential clients, investors and business partners from Taiwan and the broader Asia Pacific Region.
An outreach program in Australia will be offered to the Ontario firms who are interested in exploring the Australian market too, which will help maximize the benefits of this Asia-Pacific trip.
Space is limited. Apply here.
For more information, please contact the event organizer by phone at +1 416-843-4382 or email Lisa.Qi@ontario.ca
Date - February 3-6, 2026
Location - Singapore & Indonesia
The Government of Ontario is organizing an Aerospace Export Mission to the 2026 Singapore Airshow with an optional business outreach program in Indonesia.
Singapore Airshow is Asia’s most influential international aerospace and defence exhibition for stakeholders to forge strategic alliances, collaborate for change to shape the future of the global aviation industry. The event offers a unique platform for industry thought leadership through its strategic forums, and co-located exhibition and events. Leading industry players, government and military chiefs gather at the bi-annual event to exchange ideas and seek solutions and strategies to advance the interests of the global aerospace and defence sector.
Ontario plans to host an “Ontario Pavilion” at this trade show to promote and showcase aerospace products, services and technologies to key industry players in Southeast Asia.
If you need help or have any questions, please contact the event organizer by phone at +1 226 979-2452 or email Emerson.Cheng@ontario.ca
Date - February 8-13, 2026
Location - Brazil
The Ontario Life Sciences Mission to Brazil is the premier opportunity for Medtech and Biotech companies to tap into one of Latin America’s fastest-growing healthcare markets. Taking place from February 8-13, 2026, this mission provides a unique platform for Ontario companies to connect with key players in Brazil’s dynamic life sciences ecosystem.
This mission is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of Brazil’s life sciences sector while offering direct access to potential partners and clients. Whether you're looking to expand your business, introduce new products, or explore strategic collaborations, the Ontario Life Sciences Mission to Brazil is the ideal platform.
For more information, please contact the event organizer by phone at +1 (437) 777-3186 or email Cinthya.Ortiz@ontario.ca
Date - February 10-13, 2026
Location - Cannes, France
World AI Cannes Festival (WAICF) 2026 will take place February 12–13, 2026. This elite event brings together a high-caliber mix of AI innovators, global tech leaders, fast-scaling startups, and enterprise decision-makers. Organized by the creators of Big Data & AI Paris, WAICF is purpose-built for real-world use cases, international B2B lead generation, and cross-sector strategic partnerships. Ontario companies participating in the mission to WAICF 2026 will benefit from a high-impact presence within the official Ontario/Canada Pavilion, strategically located on the exhibition floor at the Palais des Festivals.
Early registration is encouraged to secure your spot.
For more information, please contact Arman.Giloyan3@ontario.ca
Date - February 11-17, 2026
Location - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
The Government of Ontario is organizing a Smart Factory Trade Mission to WAM Saudi 2025, with an outreach program to the UAE.
The Smart Factory Trade Mission to World Advanced Manufacturing & Logistics in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, will offer programming for up to 10 Ontario SMEs interested in exploring the key export market or advancing their existing business development efforts in the region. Delegates will have exhibitor space in an Ontario booth at the trade show. Held in partnership with Saudi Arabia's MODON (Saudi Authority for Industrial Cities and Technology Zones), WAM Saudi unites global industry leaders, innovators and investors under one roof to redefine the frontiers of smart manufacturing, advanced logistics and next-gen technologies. The event features 20,000+ trade professionals; 8,000+ C-level executives; 350+ exhibitors; 200+ startups; 150+ investors; 45+ countries; and 150+ conference speakers.
Apply here by November 19, 2025
For more information, please contact the event organizer by phone at +1 647-262-2593 or email Fawzia.Sheikh@ontario.ca
Date - March 2-5, 2026
Location - Barcelona, Spain
MWC Barcelona is the world’s largest and most influential annual exhibition for the mobile technology and connectivity industry with over 109,000 visitors from 205 countries and territories and over 2,900 exhibitors.
MWC provides an excellent showcase of Ontario mobile technology products, and solutions and provides companies with key opportunities to build business partnerships in the European market, with the intention of unlocking new export markets in Europe and increasing exports for Ontario companies already active in the markets.
Booths will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Apply now.
For more information, please contact Giloyan, Arman at Arman.Giloyan3@ontario.ca
Date - March 8-11, 2026
Location - Peru
The Ontario Emergency Technologies Mission to Peru is a high-impact international business development initiative designed to connect Ontario-based companies offering emergency response, disaster resilience, and public safety technologies with key buyers, partners, military and government stakeholders in Peru.
This business mission will serve as a strategic platform for Ontario firms to enter or expand in the Peruvian market, accelerating market access, establishing commercial relationships, and generating export opportunities in a sector with long-term demand and social impact.
Register now. For more information, please contact Ortiz, Cinthya at Cinthya.Ortiz@ontario.ca
Date - March 10-12, 2026
Location - Nuremberg
Embedded World 2026 will gather professionals from across the embedded systems industry to explore the latest developments in embedded technology. Attendees will experience a mix of exhibitions, high-level conferences, and specialized workshops on emerging trends such as edge computing, AI integration, and secure IoT applications.
With individual kiosks and tailored programming designed to maximize exposure, the mission offers a focused platform for export-ready companies.
Booths will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Register now.
For more information, please contact Giloyan, Arman at Arman.Giloyan3@ontario.ca
Date - March 11-13, 2026
Location - Seoul, South Korea & Tokyo, Japan
he Government of Ontario is organizing a Battery Business Mission to InterBattery Korea in Seoul, South Korea (March 11-13, 2026). InterBattery is Korea’s largest battery exhibition showcasing various new products and technologies related to the battery industry. InterBattery Korea is organized by the Korea Battery Industry Association and KOTRA (Korea Trade Promotion Corporation), and will be held at COEX Center in Seoul, Korea. InterBattery Korea focuses on battery components and materials, manufacturing equipment, test and measurement equipment, and EV battery technology.
Ontario companies interested in exploring Korean and Japanese markets for battery and electric vehicles can showcase their products, services and technologies at InterBattery. Mission participants interested in business development opportunities in Japan will be invited to join an outreach program to Tokyo.
For more information, please contact Ip, Stephen at Stephen.Ip@ontario.ca
Date - March 12-16, 2026
Location - Chennai, India
The Government of Ontario is organizing a Smart Manufacturing Trade Mission to Automation Expo South in Chennai, India.
Ontario mission participants will benefit from exhibitor space in the Ontario pavilion at Automation Expo South, an event which brings together companies involved in smart automation, industrial IoT, AI, robotics, process automation and cybersecurity. The trade show will take place in Chennai, a major Indian industrial hub tied to automotive, electronics, and heavy engineering. This will be the third iteration of the trade show, which is associated with the longstanding Automation Expo India event held in Mumbai. The southern version of the trade show in Chennai sees representation from 15,988+ unique visitors, 300 exhibitors, and 400 companies. Ontario companies will connect with major Indian manufacturers at the show and take part in a business outreach program to an additional Indian city.
For more information, please contact Sheikh, Fawzia at Fawzia.Sheikh@ontario.ca
Date - March 16-20, 2026
Location - Chile
The Government of Ontario, in collaboration with the Canadian Embassy in Chile, is organizing an exploratory Information Communication Technologies Export Business Mission to Chile. With an evolving ICT landscape and strong public and private sector interest in digital transformation, Chile presents compelling opportunities across sectors including mining, energy, and smart infrastructure. Subsectors of interest are cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI), and the Internet of Things (IoT).
Mission delegates will benefit from exclusive promotion at the Cybersecurity Bank and Government forum - a targeted event for industry leaders in technology, a customized B2B matchmaking program, a series of market/sector information sessions as well as networking opportunities. Participating in this mission is an opportunity to showcase Ontario’s competitive advantage in the ICT sector to a variety of industries across Chile.
For more information, please contact Ospina, Mauricioat at Mauricio.Ospina@ontario.ca
Date - March 17-19, 2026
Location - Japan
The Government of Ontario is organizing a Cleantech Export Business Mission to Japan Smart Energy Week 2026. JAPAN SMART ENERGY WEEK will take place at Tokyo Big Sight from March 17 - 19, 2026. Japan Smart Energy Week is one of the largest exhibitions dedicated to renewable and smart energy technologies. It serves as a major hub for networking, business development, and discovering cutting-edge solutions aimed at achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. With over 1,600 exhibitors and nearly 70,000 visitors expected, the event provides direct access to decision-makers, engineers, researchers, and government officials from across the energy sector.
For more information, please contact Ip, Stephen at Stephen.Ip@ontario.ca
Date - May 4-7, 2026
Location - Munich, Germany
Unleash your export potential by joining Ontario’s Export Business Mission to IFAT 2026. IFAT Munich is the world’s largest and leading environmental technology trade fair held every two years. The trade show presents solutions for water, sewage, waste and raw materials management as well as strategies to make maximum use of resources and to close raw material cycles. In 2024, the event had 2,984 exhibitors from 59 countries and regions and 119,000 visitors from 155 countries and regions.
Optional Business to Business Program to be held after with the IFAT program.
Spots are imited. register now.
For more information, please contact Patel, Lindsay at Lindsay.Patel@ontario.ca.