Innovation PEI

Build Green Atlantic 2025 & Incoming Caribbean Buyers Mission – April 28th-29th, 2025
2025-04-28 - 2025-04-29
Incoming Caribbean Buyers’ Mission to BuildGreen Atlantic
With support from ACOA and the four Atlantic Provinces, Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters (CME) has partnered with BuildGreen Atlantic to host an Incoming Buyers’ Mission from the Caribbean to the April 2025 conference in Halifax.
BuildGreen Atlantic, presented by ASHRAE Halifax Chapter, is a conference, tradeshow and networking event that advances the design, construction, and operation of greener buildings in Atlantic Canada. BuildGreen Atlantic 2025 will be held in Halifax on April 28 & 29, 2025.
The first day features Pre-Conference Workshops and Building Tours of high-performance facilities, concluding with an Opening Reception for delegates, sponsors, and guests. The second day centers on the Conference and Tradeshow at the Halifax Convention Centre, attracting professionals from the green building sector, including owners, architects, engineers, and students, with content relevant to both residential and ICI sectors.
The BuildGreen Atlantic Incoming Buyers Mission aims to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in global market expansion and greener practices. The incoming delegation includes buyers from the Caribbean seeking sustainable goods and services for infrastructure projects, highlighting the region’s interest in Atlantic Canada’s skills and materials in sustainability and energy efficiency.
Atlantic Canadian companies have opportunities to leverage low-carbon investments in the Caribbean, benefiting from a skilled labor force, natural resources, and proximity to markets in the Caribbean.
During their visit our Caribbean delegates will gain insights into regional technologies that reduce energy consumption and environmental impact in the built environment through B2B meetings, site visits, and building tours.
BuildGreen Atlantic delegates who are interested in participating in B2B meetings with our incoming delegates are requested to express their interest by filling out this form BGA 2005 Incoming Caribbean Delegation Meeting Request. The Mission Consultants will be responsible for matchmaking.
You must be a registered delegate of BuildGreen Atlantic to participate in the B2B opportunity. Registration information is available at canada

More information here.

SIAL Canada 2025 – Toronto, Ontario – April 29 – May 1, 2025
2025-04-29 - 2025-05-01
Food and Beverage Atlantic, working jointly with the provinces of New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador and Prince Edward Island, is seeking Atlantic Canadian companies to attend SIAL Canada in a from April 29 – May 1, 2025.
SIAL is North America’s biggest food-innovation tradeshow, bringing together equipment, technology, and food products in 3 key sectors: food and beverage, grocerant and packaging. SIAL Canada is the only national trade show that offers a complete range of food products under one roof to meet customers’ expectations. Buyers and decision makers across the whole industry, from grocery, wholesale and specialty retail to foodservice and manufacturing, will converge to uncover the hottest trends, latest product launches and the industry’s vision for the future.
The 2025 edition will include Trade Commissioners from Mexico, the Caribbean, Japan, Germany as well as the United States.
Mission features:
The goals of the mission are to showcase and promote the high-quality seafood, agri-food and beverage products from Atlantic Canada, to increase export opportunities for Atlantic Canadian companies, and to increase the number of Atlantic Canadian companies exporting outside the Atlantic Provinces.
Deadlines and Next Steps:
Please submit your Expression of Interest by March 14th, 2025. Early Applications are encouraged as space is limited and selection is competitive. Co-exhibitors spots may deplete prior to the deadline.

See the full Expression of Interest Here.

Fill out the Application Form here.

Seafood Expo Global – Barcelona, Spain – May 6-8, 2025
2025-05-06 - 2025-05-08
The Largest Event on the Globe – Seafood Expo Global/Seafood Processing Global is the world’s largest seafood trade event. More than 35,300 buyers, suppliers, media, and other seafood professionals from over 150 countries visit the exposition. Attendees come to meet with existing suppliers, source new products and network with other industry professionals. It is the global place where the seafood industry meets.

Seafood Expo Global/Seafood Processing Global is The Global Seafood Marketplace, serving industry professionals and buyers from all corners of the supply chain and world. If you purchase seafood for your business, you simply cannot afford to miss this event.

No other resource can provide seafood buyers the sourcing opportunities and access found at Seafood Expo Global/Seafood Processing Global. At just one venue, throughout nine halls, professionals like you come face-to-face with exhibiting suppliers representing 87 countries. With nearly every type of seafood product, equipment and service at your fingertips, you are equipped to make the best purchasing decisions for your business and customers.

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More information here.

World Hydrogen 2025 – May 20-22, 2025
2025-05-20 - 2025-05-22
The industry’s most influential event, World Hydrogen 2025 Summit & Exhibition returns to Rotterdam to deliver its largest edition yet!
Brought to you by the Sustainable Energy Council and RX Global, in partnership with the Dutch Government, the Province of South Holland, the City of Rotterdam and the Port of Rotterdam, World Hydrogen 2025 is recognised as the official meeting place where hydrogen deals get done and key partnerships are forged.
2025 marks the midway milestone where progress must be assessed and benchmarked against industry and decarbonisation goals – are we on track? Join 15,000 global industry experts to exchange key insights, build new alliances and sign bold agreements that will kickstart the next wave of hydrogen project developments into the 2030s.

More information here.

Team Canada Trade Mission to Thailand and Cambodia – May 25-30, 2025
2025-05-25 - 2025-05-30
As part of Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, will lead a Team Canada Trade Mission (TCTM) to Thailand and Cambodia. The trade mission will help Canadian exporters and innovators from across the country position themselves in both markets by showcasing their capabilities and competitiveness while facilitating long-term trade and investment opportunities.
Dates: Sunday, May 25 to Friday, May 30, 2025
Markets: Core programming in Bangkok (Thailand) from May 25 to May 28, with additional priority sector programming in Phnom Penh (Cambodia) on May 29 and May 30.
Priority sectors: While the trade mission is open to companies and organizations from all sectors, the program will highlight areas of Canadian competitive advantage, with a particular focus on the following priority sectors:

Agri-food and food processing (Thailand and Cambodia)
Cleantech and sustainable infrastructure (Thailand and Cambodia)
Information and communication technologies (Thailand only)
Life sciences (Thailand only)

The B2B program stream (which includes pre-arranged business to business meetings) will be available only to eligible small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that operate in the priority sectors.
Format: In-market
Application deadline: February 14, 2025, 23:59 (P.T.)

More information here.

Multi-Sector Trade Mission to the Caribbean - June 2-8, 2025
2025-06-02
Innovation PEI is inviting export-ready businesses from Prince Edward Island in the fields of engineering, architecture, clean and marine technologies, renewable energy, and manufacturing to participate in the PEI Multi-Sector Trade Mission to the Caribbean, taking place June 2–8, 2025.
A key feature of the mission will be attendance at the Annual General Meetings of the Port Management Association of the Caribbean (PMAC), scheduled for June 4–6, 2025, in Willemstad, Curaçao. In addition to the AGM, participating PEI companies will benefit from pre-arranged B2B meetings and a port tour, providing direct engagement opportunities with senior executives from four Caribbean port authorities.
PMAC represents 26 full members and 44 ports across the Caribbean, along with 38 associate members from the private sector. This year’s AGM will bring together senior executives from Caribbean port authorities, maritime stakeholders, and government agencies, along with international partners, to explore strategic opportunities for cooperation and transformation within the region’s maritime and trade sectors. Key focal themes of the 2025 AGM include:

Port Modernization and Infrastructure Development
Technological Innovation in Maritime Operations and Trade Facilitation
Environmental Stewardship and Climate Resilience
Humanization of Technology

This mission offers PEI companies a tremendous opportunity to:

Explore regional partnerships and market entry opportunities in Caribbean port redevelopment.
Participate in B2B meetings with four Caribbean port authorities.
Network with key stakeholders across the Caribbean port ecosystem.
Showcase your company’s innovative, leading-edge technologies and solutions in green building, energy efficiency, clean and marine tech, and related products and services.

Tentative itinerary:
Monday, June 2 – Tuesday, June 3: B2B Meetings and Networking with Senior Executives from:

Antigua and Barbuda Port Authority
Ports Authority of the Turks and Caicos Islands
St. Vincent and The Grenadines Port Authority
Curaçao Ports Authority

Wednesday, June 4 – Friday, June 6: PMAC Annual General Meeting
Saturday, June 7 – Sunday, June 8: Site Visit and further discussion: Antigua and Barbuda Port
Funding Support:
Innovation PEI’s Export Enhancement and Diversification Fund can cover up to 60% of eligible travel-related expenses for eligible participating companies from PEI, including economy airfare, accommodations, and meals. For detailed information and access to the online application portal, please visit: https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/service/export-enhancement-and-diversification-fund
Notes:

PEI export-ready companies may choose to participate in select activities or the full itinerary, depending on their interests and availability.
Registration for the PMAC AGM is complimentary for all PEI delegates. Innovation PEI will facilitate the registration with the PMAC team for PEI delegates.
Given the tight planning timeline, we would greatly appreciate it if you could confirm your company’s interest in joining this mission at your earliest convenience by contacting Lannia MacAleer: lpmacaleer@gov.pe.ca

2025 SEUS-CP Conference - Saint John, New Brunswick - June 8-10, 2025
2025-06-08 - 2025-06-10
The annual Southeast United States-Canadian Provinces Conference (SEUS-CP) brings together small and medium-sized manufacturers, distributors, tech providers, and procurement leaders from top global companies within the SEUS-CP alliance to build connections and unlock new supply chain opportunities.

Join us in Saint John, NB, from June 8-10, 2025, for three days of forging new partnerships and unlocking procurement opportunities.

Fill out the Registration Form here.

For more information about this event, please get in touch with Bonnie MacDonald, Director of Global Trade Services, Innovation PEI, at bjmacdonald@gov.pe.ca

Multi-Sector Mission to Toronto, Ontario – June 9th-13th, 2025
2025-06-09 - 2025-06-13
Innovation PEI will lead a multi-sector business mission to Toronto on June 9th -June 13th, 2025, in support of trade, investment and tourism opportunities in this region. The mission will consist of a business program of prearranged meetings between participating PEI companies/organizations with Toronto based companies/organizations.
Here’s what to expect:

Arrive in Toronto Sunday, June 8th, 2025/ Mission briefing
Prearranged B2B meetings / Monday, June 9th-13th, 2025
Transportation provided in market

Focus sectors:

Information and communications technologies
Life sciences/ Bio
Advanced Manufacturing
Education
Professional Services
Agriculture and processed foods
Fish and seafood
Food and Beverage
Aerospace

Mission features:

Matchmaker/consulting services, development of customized business itineraries.
Market access to buyers, distributors/agents, technology partners, investment capital, labour.
Ground transportation services to and from all meetings.
Business networking.
Travel cost support on economy airfare, accommodations and meals (60% by Innovation PEI).

Registration Deadline: March 21st, 2025.

Complete the Registration Form here.

Good Food Mercantile - NYC - June 28, 2025
2025-06-28
The US Trade Commissioner network has space for up to 10 Canadian companies to participate in their booth at the Good Food Mercantile in NYC this June. The Good Food Mercantile is an “un-trade show” that draws a diverse set of independent and gourmet retailers from across the country seeking new and ethically produced food and beverage products. Companies can express interest in participating through the end of May. Cost to participate is $1,000 USD plus travel costs.
BACKGROUND
This is the third year that Global Affairs has partnered with the Good Food Foundation to host a booth at their Mercantiles. Past exhibitors have enjoyed success at Central Market, TJX, Williams Sonoma, Cost Plus, and other key regional accounts. The New York iteration is by far their best attended, with a diverse draw of buyers attending the Summer Fancy Food Show.
Ideal applicants are small- to medium-Canadian food manufacturers who are looking to work with:

Influential independent US retailers (ex. Erewhon, Zabar’s, Zingerman’s, DiBruno Brothers)
Regional gourmet chains (ex. Dorothy Lane, Central Market)
National non-grocery retailers (ex. TJX, Williams Sonoma, Alaska Airlines)

These companies are typically pulling single cases (either drop ship or through distribution) through a pallet at a time.
The Good Food Mercantile NYC takes place from 12-5pm on Saturday, June 28 at the Metropolitan Pavilion.

PROCESS
Interested companies need to be approved by the Good Food Foundation as meeting their Guild standards (except for Made in USA) to participate in the show. Specific information on standards for exhibiting companies can be found here. Please note that the upper right of the page includes a drop down featuring category-specific standards. Companies can express interest here. Once approved by the Good Food Foundation, companies can secure a spot with their deposit directly to the Foundation.
The US Trade Commissioner network will be hosting a Q&A webinar in coming weeks for interested companies. I will be using the interest form to contact companies for the webinar. Please complete the form to be included in this, even if you are unsure about participating. There is a space in the form to include notes to Meghan (Good Food Foundation) and me.
FAQs

Are alcoholic beverages allowed? Alcoholic beverage companies that are legally sold in the US are eligible to participate. There may be additional insurance requirements that are the responsibility of the exhibitor.
Who attends? 2024 NYC attendees can be found here. This is a smaller, curated show. An estimated 200-300 buyers will be in attendance. You should expect ample engagement with those attending.
What is included? Skirted table space (4’), any electricity needs, ice, glasses for sampling. The booth is a 4’ table length, in accordance with show norms. There should not be significant booth costs as the show’s ethos supports simplicity and encourages exhibitors to keep the focus on the products.
Is the pricing discounted? Yes. The online pricing is for Good Food Guild members only. Booths for non-Guild members are $2,500 each.
Note: Good Food Mercantile typically runs 2-3 shows a year. The west coast show details have not been announced yet, but Global Affairs plans on participating. If you are a company interested in participating in any upcoming shows, but not NYC, please feel free to complete the interest form and note this.
Is there a hotel block? We do not have a hotel block for attendees.
Will Global Affairs be at the Summer Fancy Food Show / supporting companies attending? Companies interested in exhibiting at or walking the SFFS are encouraged to let me know and I will connect you with the GAC team in attendance.
I’m unsure about participation – what should I do for next steps? Please complete the interest form and include a note to this effect. It takes a little while for the Good Food team to review and approve companies. This will ensure you’re included in the Q&A webinar and are able to reserve a space if you remain interested.

Galway Film Fleadh – The Marketplace at Galway Film Fair – July 10th-13th, 2025
2025-07-11 - 2025-07-12
Applications are now open for Prince Edward Island film producers to apply for The Marketplace (July 11th & 12th) at the Galway Film Fair (July 10th – 13th). The Marketplace at the Galway Film Fair runs alongside the Galway Film Fleadh, offering pre-scheduled one-on-one meetings between filmmakers and key industry figures, including:

Film Financiers & Investors
Distributors & Sales Agents
Broadcasters & Film Funds
Major Producers & Film Festivals

The Marketplace’s unique selling points:

Transatlantic Bridge – Connecting European and North American film industries for cross-border collaborations.

Direct Access to the World’s Leading Financiers – Meet the decision-makers who shape international film financing.

Showcasing New Talent – Presenting the best in emerging European and international cinema to buyers and festival programmers.

The Galway Film Fair also hosts conferences, seminars, masterclasses, and industry networking events, making it a key hub for global film professionals.
Eligibility
To participate in the Marketplace at the Galway Film Fair, applicants must have either a project in development or a completed film. Applicants should note that priority will be given to projects which have a percentage of development and/or production finance in place.

Learn more and apply today!

For more information or to learn more, get in touch with Innovation PEI’s Film Industry Growth Specialist, Meaghan Brander at mdbrander@gov.pe.ca

World Food Expo (WOFEX) 2025- August 6-9, 2025
2025-08-06 - 2025-08-09
The Trade Commissioner Service of the Embassy of Canada in the Philippines is pleased to invite you to participate as an exhibitor under the Canadian Pavilion at the World Food Expo (WOFEX) 2025 from August 6 to 9, 2025, and as a delegate in our pre-WOFEX targeted B2B meetings and company visits from August 4 to 5, 2025).
The WOFEX is a 4-day tradeshow, and has been the largest food and beverages tradeshow in the Philippines for over 20 years. WOFEX attracts over 40,000 trade show visitors annually, coming from the Philippine agriculture, agri-food and seafood industry (food service institutions, importers and distributors, food processing companies, agents and indentors, and retailers). WOFEX includes a number of trade show segments including FineFoods (for food and beverages), FoodPackPro (for products and services related to food packaging, manufacturing and handling), FoodServe (showcases food service equipment, kitchenware and bakeware), The Hotel Summit (an expo focused on the growing food and hospitality industry), WOFEX University (a series of seminars including food and beverage industry practitioners) and the Philippine Culinary Cup or PCC (the most prestigious culinary competition in the market).
On the margins of WOFEX, the Embassy will participate in FineFoods and PCC, aside from organizing a business development (B2B) initiative to target key players in the Philippine agri-food market prior to WOFEX to promote Canada as a reliable source of safe and quality agri-food products and facilitate commercial partnerships between Canadian and Philippine companies.
We’re also pleased to let you know that WOFEX is happening two weeks after the Food Hotel Indonesia (FHI), if you are also interested in FHI, you may contact TCS in Jakarta, Indonesia (details below).
Products that are identified with high potential in the Philippines for WOFEX 2025:

Commodities: Raw materials for food processing companies (i.e. dairy/whey powder, flour from soy, potatoes, etc., meats including beef, pork and poultry, potatoes (including French fries), sweeteners, etc.
Processed Food and Beverages (retail-packaged, also open to products with capacity for private label): Sweet and savoury snack foods, potato chips, juices, cookies, condiments, breakfast items, canned food, wines and spirits, non-alcoholic beverages, etc.
Seafood: Retail-packaged and ingredients for HORECA seafood products, lobsters, cod, salmon, mussels, etc.

Benefits in joining WOFEX 2025 as a Canadian exhibitor:

Increase commercial agri-food network in the Philippines including importers, food service operators, retailers, media, social media influencers during the WOFEX Welcome Reception;
Facilitation of B2Bs at the 72-sqm Canadian Pavilion at WOFEX 2025 (participating exhibitors will be provided a podium for a cost by AAFC);
Promotion your company on social media leading up to, during and after WOFEX;
Dissemination of trade leads received at the Canadian Pavilion; and
Inclusion in cooking demonstrations, product sampling and the Welcome Reception menu at the Canadian Pavilion.

For more information on WOFEX, click here!
Companies that are interested to register as exhibitors for WOFEX 2025, please email:

Mr. Christian Lauziere christian.lauziere@AGR.GC.CA and Ms. Michelle Jardine michelle.jardine@AGR.GC.CA

cc: the team in the Philippines (Angel.Cachuela@international.gc.ca and Louise.Pasadilla@international.gc.ca).
As slots are limited (i.e. the Canadian Pavilion will only have space for 7 Canadian exhibitors), space reservations will be allotted on a first come, first served basis and selection of exhibitors will be made by Agriculture and Agri-food Canada (AAFC).

For companies that are also interested in participating as an Exhibitor to Food Hotel Indonesia (FHI) on July 22 to 25, 2025. Please contact jasmine.labelle@international.gc.ca and hermawx.hermawan@international.gc.ca.

Seafood Expo Asia 2025 - September 10-12, 2025
2025-09-10 - 2025-09-12 | Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Singapore
Innovation PEI, in partnership with the Atlantic Provinces, the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency and Taste of Nova Scotia, are seeking Atlantic Canadian seafood companies to confirm their interest to participate at Seafood Expo Asia (SEA) in Singapore from September 10-12, 2025.
SEA is the seafood marketplace for Asia, bringing together industry suppliers from around the world with buyers from across Asia. A gateway to Asia, Singapore is the world’s busiest shipping hub, connected to 600 ports in over 120 countries. SEA offers the Hosted Buyer program, which connects top-tier, high-volume buyers with exhibiting companies and provides benefits to qualified decision-makers involved in high-volume purchases.
Over the last 5 years, the demand for Atlantic Canadian Seafood in Asia has grown tremendously with export sales totalling $1.45B in 2023. As a major consumer, importer, and producer of seafood, and with a population of more than 4 billion people, Asia shows tremendous potential for export growth and market diversification.
Mission features:

An open-concept Atlantic Canada pavilion with shared booth spaces for each province.
The option to participate as a co-exhibitor or show walker if you are not able/eligible to participate as a co-exhibitor.
Turn-key booths for each province including furnishings, graphics, and signage for each co-exhibitor.
Participation in the SEA Hosted Buyer Program with high-value B2B meetings.
Possible in-market networking and B2B initiatives (TBC)

Registration fees:

Co-exhibitor: $2,500.00
Show Walker: $1,000.00

To submit your Expression of Interest, please click on the Application Form link below:
SEA 2025 APPLICATION FORM
Expression of Interest deadline: May 23, 2025
For more information, please refer to the SEA 2025 Expression of Interest Information Sheet or contact Lannia Pan MacAleer at lpmacaleer@gov.pe.ca

Multi-Sector Mission to South Korea and Japan - September 14 - 21, 2025
2025-09-14 - 2025-09-21
Innovation PEI, in collaboration with the other Atlantic Provinces and ACOA, is seeking export-ready PEI companies from the following sectors for participation in an Atlantic Canada Trade Mission to Seoul, South Korea, and Tokyo and Osaka, Japan from September 14-21, 2025.

Aerospace and Defence
Agri-food & Food (Including Seafood)
Bio/Life Sciences
Clean Technology
Energy
ICT
Ocean Technology

Mission Features

Pre-arranged, qualified B2B meetings
Attendance at Atlantic Canada Day at Expo 2025 Osaka
Participation in business networking events, site tours, and roundtables
Market briefings and pre-mission webinars
Access to Canadian Trade Commissioner Service in-market
Group ground transportation in-market

Proposed Mission In-Market Programming Dates
Seoul, South Korea

Sunday, September 14 – in-market presentation/ /site tour
Monday, September 15 – B2B’s/roundtable discussions/reception Tokyo, Japan
Tuesday, September 16 – In-market presentation/site tour/roundtable discussions
Wednesday, September 17 – B2Bs/lunch reception travel to Osaka

Osaka, Japan

Thursday, September 18 – in-market presentation/B2Bs/roundtable discussion
Friday, September 19 – Atlantic Canada Day and reception at Expo 2025
Saturday, September 20-21 – Attendance at Expo 2025 (Business intelligence gathering)

Companies can choose to participate in the entire mission, visiting all three markets, or they can select only those markets they wish to participate in.
Deadline for Expression of Interest: Friday, May 30, 2025. If you are interested in joining this mission, please confirm your interest by email with Lannia Pan MacAleer lpmacaleer@gov.pe.ca. She will then send you the registration form.
Funding Support:
Innovation PEI’s Export Enhancement and Diversification Fund can cover up to 60% of eligible travel-related expenses for eligible participating companies from PEI, including economy airfare, accommodations, and meals. For detailed information and access to the online application portal, please click here.
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Taste of Canada’s Food Island – South Korea & Japan (September 15-20, 2025)
To maximize the market expansion and diversification opportunities outlined above, Innovation PEI is planning to host comprehensive marketing campaigns and press conferences in Seoul, Tokyo, and Osaka—aligned with the Atlantic Canada trade mission to South Korea and Japan. These events will spotlight PEI’s food brand, Canada’s Food Island, and will include:

a) Integrated Marketing Campaigns A combination of traditional and digital strategies promoting Canada’s Food Island and PEI’s leadership in sustainability, food safety, quality, and innovation.
b) Signature Food Events

Prince Edward Island Day at Expo 2025 Osaka (Canada Pavilion)
Three Taste of Canada’s Food Island Press Conferences in Seoul, Tokyo, and Osaka

These initiatives will increase consumer awareness, media exposure, and business interest in PEI food products. More Info Here!
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If you have any questions, please reach out to Lannia Pan MacAleer 902-368-6208 | lpmacaleer@gov.pe.ca

CMA - BGA Outgoing Trade Mission to CARIF 2025 - September 16th & 17th, 2025
2025-09-16 08:00 - 2025-09-17 17:00 (America/Halifax)
Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters, in partnership with BuildGreen Atlantic, invites you to join us at the 9th Caribbean Infrastructure Forum (CARIF) 2025 in Miami, FL, on September 16 & 17, 2025. This event will bring together regional and global leaders involved in the planning, financing, and construction of infrastructure projects across the Caribbean, and their interest in sustainable solutions has never been higher!
This mission presents a unique chance to expand your market reach, forge new trading relationships, and benefit from expert facilitation and matchmaking. You’ll be well-supported throughout the entire process, including:

Pre-mission information webinar
Introductory meeting to review the mission itinerary
Ten (10) pre-qualified B2B meetings with key policymakers, investors, and project developers
Introductions to local Consulate representatives
On-the-ground conference support in Miami
Post-conference follow-up to nurture new connections
Additional B2B meetings during BuildGreen Atlantic 2026, to further strengthen your relationships with incoming buyers

Participating companies are responsible for their own travel, meals, and accommodations. The cost to join this exciting mission is $3,000 + HST.
Funding Support:
Innovation PEI’s Export Enhancement and Diversification Fund can cover up to 60% of eligible travel-related expenses for eligible participating companies from PEI, including economy airfare, accommodations, and meals. For detailed information and access to the online application portal, please click here.
Application Deadline: July 31, 2025 – Register to Participate in the Mission

If you have any questions or would like to schedule a one-on-one chat about this opportunity, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Lannia MacAleer at lpmacaleer@gov.pe.ca

Conxemar Frozen Seafood Exhibition - Vigo, Spain - October 7-9, 2025
2025-10-07 - 2025-10-09
The Pan-Atlantic provinces, working jointly with Food and Beverage Atlantic, are seeking Atlantic Canadian seafood companies to attend the Conxemar Frozen Seafood Exhibition in Vigo, Spain October 7-9, 2025.
The Conxemar trade show takes place in Vigo, Spain, an important fishing port in Europe, and serves as the meeting point for the entire processing sector, including wholesalers, importers, exporters, manufacturers, distributors, cold storage, and machinery. Spain is an important market for Canadian fish and seafood exporters. It remains one of the largest food markets in Europe and has the potential for future growth as highly educated Spanish consumers are oriented towards high‐quality
products.
Key Elements of the Mission include:
The Atlantic Provinces have secured an open-concept pavilion with shared booth
spaces that will house approximately 8 Atlantic Canadian companies.
• A walker program is being offered for Atlantic Canadian companies who do not wish to exhibit.
• Food and Beverage Atlantic will coordinate all pavilion details, including furnishing, graphics, and signage.
• Exhibitors and Walkers are responsible for all travel arrangements and travel costs.
The fee to co-exhibit is anticipated at $2,500.00.
The fee to attend the Walker program is anticipated at $500.
The deadline to submit an expression of interest is May 16, 2025. – If you are interested in Conxemar, please complete THIS FORM. Should you have difficulties please email admin@atlanticfood.ca.

Canada Trade Mission to Italy - October 12th - 17th
2025-10-12 - 2025-10-17
Canada’s Trade Commissioner Service is inviting small, medium and large-sized companies, including exporters from diverse backgrounds, to join the Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade, on a Canada Trade Mission to Italy.
Dates: Sunday, October 12 to Friday, October 17, 2025
Locations: Rome and Milan, Italy
Sectors:

Defense and security (including cybersecurity) and aerospace
Infrastructure
Clean technologies
Energy

WHY PARTICIPATE?

connect with Italian business leaders, trade commissioners, senior officials and other key industry players to learn more about opportunities in the Italian market
attend site visits
participate in pre-arranged B2B meetings (available exclusively to SMEs operating within the trade mission sectors)

WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO PARTICIPATE?
Canadian SMEs must clearly demonstrate how they meet the following criteria:

Operate in one of the four sectors identified for this trade mission (defense and security, including cybersecurity, aerospace, infrastructure, clean technologies and energy).

Be export-ready with demonstrated potential for success in the Italian market:
have a commercialized product or service
target Italy as part of their international business plan
allocate significant resources (human, material, time and financial) toward internationalization
Demonstrate prior research on the Italian market
Meet the eligibility criteria to qualify as a client of the Trade Commissioner Service (TCS).

*Please note pre-arranged B2B meetings will only be offered to SMEs.

This trade mission is for Canadian companies seeking to export or form strategic partnerships abroad. Firms offering services like immigration or business setup in Canada, or those looking to import or source foreign suppliers, are not eligible, as these fall outside the mission’s scope.
TRAVEL CONSIDERATIONS AND EXPENSES
Participants are responsible for organizing and covering their own travel and related costs, including all air and ground transportation, accommodation (a list of suggested hotels will be provided), and meals not covered in the program. Confirmed participants will receive programming details and travel information as it becomes available.
There is no fee to participate in the trade mission.
APPLY NOW
All applications will be reviewed based on eligibility and suitability for the trade mission. Please ensure your responses are complete, detailed and tailored to this trade mission. Due to high demand and the limited size of this delegation, incomplete applications may not be considered.
To accommodate as many participants as possible, each organization may register up to two representatives. Some program elements may have capacity limits that may only allow for the attendance of one representative per organization.
SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION TODAY!
Deadline: August 29, 2025, 23:59 P.T.
*Important note on the application deadline: To ensure high-quality B2B meeting opportunities, we strongly encourage companies to apply by August 22, 2025 in order to be considered for pre-arranged B2B meetings. While the application period is open until August 29, applications submitted after August 22 will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis and may not receive tailored B2B meetings as part of the trade mission program.
CONTACT US
Please visit the event page or contact us at: ctm-mcc.ita@international.gc.ca.

Multi-Sector Trade Mission to Western Canada (Calgary & Edmonton) – October 2025
2025-10-20 - 2025-10-24
Innovation PEI is seeking interest from export-ready PEI-based companies to participate in a Multi-Sector Trade Mission to Calgary and Edmonton, Alberta, from October 20th to 24th, 2025.
This mission presents an opportunity to strengthen business relationships and enhance the visibility of PEI exporters in key Western Canadian markets. It aims to support participants in expanding their presence across Canada and integrating more deeply into broader North American supply chains.
Key Elements of the Mission include:
1. A B2B matchmaking program aligned to PEI companies’ export objectives, featuring pre-arranged meetings with buyers, distributors, and other strategic contacts.
2. In-market ground transportation for transportation to and from business meetings.
3. Companies may be eligible for travel assistance of up to 60% through Innovation PEI’s Export Enhancement and Diversification Program.
Here’s What to Expect:
1. Pre-arranged B2B meetings in Calgary, Alberta
2. Pre-arranged B2B meetings in Edmonton, Alberta
3. Transportation provided in market
Focus sectors:
• Information and communications technologies
• Life sciences/ Bio
• Advanced Manufacturing
• Education
• Professional Services
• Agriculture and processed foods
• Fish and seafood
• Food and Beverage
• Aerospace
Conditions for Participation
Prince Edward Island companies must have the expertise and capacity to provide needed services and/or goods in the specific fields outlined. Companies must demonstrate that the products and/or services they seek to promote through the mission will result in significant economic benefit for Prince Edward Island (i.e. increased production in Canada, employment creation, technology transfer, increased research and development activity, etc.).
*You must be a PEI-registered company to be eligible for this mission.
If we are uncertain as to the economic benefit for Prince Edward Island of the company’s activities, supplemental information may be requested to assess the company’s suitability for participation.
Registration Fee: $500 per company.
Once the business mission details are finalized, you will receive a full registration form to complete. A registration fee must be paid before any pre-arranged meetings can be scheduled
Deadline to submit an application is September 8th, 2025 by completing this form.
Innovation PEI reserves the right to limit registration to those companies that meet the sector-based objectives of this show.
For more information, please contact:
Shelby McDonald, Innovation PEI at shelbymcdonald@gov.pe.ca

China Fisheries and Seafood Expo (CFSE)
2025-10-29 - 2025-10-31
Co-Exhibiting Opportunity at China Fisheries and Seafood Expo (CFSE)
Qingdao, China – October 29th – 31st, 2025
China Fisheries and Seafood Show (CFSE) is Asia’s largest seafood show, one of the world’s top 3 and Canada’s global flagship shows. Innovation PEI will have a 15-18 sqm booth space for export-ready seafood processors from PEI to co-exhibit along with other Atlantic Canadian provinces in Canada Pavilion, which is organized by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC).
Travel expenses support of 60% is available, upon application prior to mission, to exhibiting companies and those that choose to walk the show. Click here for more information.
Conditions for Participation:
PEI registered companies only with the expertise and capacity to provide needed services and/or goods. Companies must demonstrate that the products and/or services they seek to promote at the show will result in significant economic benefit for Prince Edward Island (i.e. increased production in Canada, employment creation, technology transfer, increased research and development activity, etc.).
Registration:
Registration fee: $2,000 per company.
Includes: company signage, front counter, catalogue holder, graphic, bistro stool, one meeting table with two chairs, spotlights, waste basket, basic electricity, wireless internet services, on-site interpreter for each company counter.
Registration deadline: July 12th, 2025
For more information, please contact: Lannia Pan MacAleer, Innovation PEI at lpmacaleer@gov.pe.ca or (902) 218-4382.
Please send your cheque to: Innovation PEI
c/o Lannia Pan MacAleer
Email: lpmacaleer@gov.pe.ca
Phone: (902)218-4382
Transportation:
It is your responsibility to make your own travel arrangements, including all air and ground transportation to and from the airport (unless otherwise noted in the business program). Please make sure to purchase cancellation insurance and/or a refundable ticket, in the event that the dates of the mission change.
Accommodation:
Hotel(s) will be selected on the basis of ground transportation logistics, efficiency and value for money. Typically, (unless otherwise noted) Innovation PEI will establish a room block at selected hotel(s) and it will be the responsibility of each delegate to book their reservations under the room block as per instructions and contact information provided. An email confirming the hotel(s) will be sent to you at a later date.
Travel Considerations:
The Government of Canada’s official travel advice (www.travel.gc.ca) includes essential information on safety and security local laws and customs, entry requirements, health conditions and other important travel issues, including important travel health information under the Health tab. Sign up for the Registration of Canadians Abroad service before leaving Canada, so we can contact and assist you in case of an emergency abroad or inform you about an emergency at home. If you need consular assistance, while abroad, your first point of contact should be the closest Canadian government office. Contact information can be found in the Assistance tab. The Emergency Watch and Response Centre in Ottawa can be reached 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 613-996-8885 (collect calls accepted) or by email at sos@international.gc.ca.
Health & Safety:
It is strongly recommended that you consult your family physician prior to travelling to determine health risks and necessary vaccinations (if appropriate), especially if you have a medical condition. All inoculations should be up-to-date prior to travel. For additional travel health information, please consult the Public Health Agency website at www.publichealth.gc.ca. It is your responsibility to cover any health-related costs incurred prior to and during the mission. For recent travel reports, consult the Government of Canada’s travel website at www.travel.gc.ca.

Multi-Sector Business Trade Mission to the Caribbean - November 23-28
2025-11-23 - 2025-11-28
Innovation PEI is seeking interest from export-ready PEI-based companies to participate in Multi-Sector Business Mission to the Caribbean.

Dates: Sunday, November 23 to Friday, November 28, 2025.

Sectors:
• Manufacturing
• Clean tech
• ICT
• Education
• Professional Services
• Food

WHY PARTICIPATE?
• Strengthen linkages between PEI and Caribbean markets within key sectors
• Showcase your business development program and market objectives
• Benefit from coordinated transportation for business activities and meetings

Travel support is available, covering up to 60% for exhibiting companies and those participating in the show.

The participation fee is $862.50 (including HST).

🗓️ Deadline to register: September 1, 2025

For more information and to express your interest, please contact the event lead Jamie Blanchard via email or phone.

Jamie Blanchard CITP®|FIBP®
Global Trade Officer – Innovation PEI
jrblanchard@gov.pe.ca
(902)368-4474 or (902)314-0749 cell

Multi-Sector Business Trade Mission to Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Jan 26-30, 2026
2026-01-26 - 2026-01-30
Innovation PEI is seeking interest from export-ready PEI-based companies to participate in Multi-Sector Business Mission to Dubai, United Arab Emirates and the Gulfood Show.
Dates: January 26-30, 2026
Location: Dubai & United Arab Emirates jurisdictions
Sectors:

Manufacturing
Clean tech
ICT
Education
Professional Services
Food

Why Participate:

Strengthen linkages between PEI and Dubai & United Arab markets within key sectors
Showcase your business development program in advance of their mission-week and market objectives
Exhibit exhibiting at the Gulfood Show with a turn-key booth with company graphics, furniture, logo’s, and show registration
Participate in a B2B program made by a local in market consultant

Transportation will also be coordinated to support business in market activities and meetings sectors. Travel support of up to 60% is available, upon online application, to exhibiting companies and those that choose to walk the show, along with multi-sector companies participating in the B2B program.
Funding Support:
Innovation PEI’s Export Enhancement and Diversification Fund can cover up to 60% of eligible travel-related expenses for eligible participating companies from PEI, including economy airfare, accommodations, and meals. For detailed information and access to the online application portal, please click here.
Registration Fee:
B2B Multi-Sector mission program for companies=$1500 + (HST)=$1725
The participation fee will be for Gulfood Trade Show booth $1500 & B2B program $300=$1800 + (HST)$270=$2070
🗓️ Deadline to submit your expression of interest for this mission is October 16, 2025.
For more information and to express your interest, please contact Jamie Blanchard, the event lead via email or phone.
Jamie Blanchard CITP®|FIBP®
Global Trade Officer – Innovation PEI
jrblanchard@gov.pe.ca
(902)368-4474 or (902)314-0749 cell

Atlantic Canada Seafood Export Café to Europe - Feb 2-6, 2026
2026-02-02 - 2026-02-06
Innovation PEI and the Atlantic Canada’s Seafood Sector Export Team (SSET), in partnership with the Government of Canada, will organize Business to Business (B2B) meetings with qualified European seafood buyers in three key seafood markets: Grimsby (UK), Hamburg (Germany), Rotterdam (Netherlands).

Dates: February 2-6, 2026

Locations:
UK, Grimsby Monday February 2, 2026
Germany, Hamburg Wednesday February 4, 2026
Netherlands, Rotterdam Friday, February 6, 2026

Why Participate:
• Benefit from in-person meetings for each three locations followed by a networking activity
• Facilitated and organized by professional in-market consultants and Trade Commissioners

The project team reserves the right to limit the number of participants based on successful matchmaking in each country and/or overwhelming interest. In this case, please confirm your firm interest as soon as possible as we will manage in a first come, first served basis.

Funding Support:
Innovation PEI’s Export Enhancement and Diversification Fund can cover up to 60% of eligible travel-related expenses for eligible participating companies from PEI, including economy airfare, accommodations, and meals. For detailed information and access to the online application portal, please click here.

The participation fee is $350 per country.

🗓️ Deadline to apply for this mission is November 15, 2025.

For more information and receive an application, please contact: Lannia Pan MacAleer, Innovation PEI at lpmacaleer@gov.pe.ca or (902) 218-4382.

Please complete the application form and send by November 15, 2025 via email to geoff.irvine@lobstercouncilcanada.ca.
For more information, please call Geoff Irvine at 902-497-9128

Canada Trade Mission (CTM) to Mexico - Feb 15-20, 2026
2026-02-15 - 2026-02-20
Innovation PEI, in partnership with Canada’s Trade Commissioner Service (TCS), is seeking interest from export-ready PEI-based companies to participate in a Canada Trade Mission (CTM) to Mexico.

Dates: Sunday, February 15 to Friday, February 20, 2026

Location:

Core programming in Mexico City from February 15 to 17
Sector-specific programming in Guadalajara and Monterrey from February 18 to 20

Sectors:

Manufacturing
Advanced manufacturing (Mexico City and Monterrey)
Agriculture and processed foods (Mexico City and Guadalajara)
Clean technologies and clean energy (Mexico City and Monterrey)
Creative industries (Mexico City and Guadalajara) – in partnership with the Department of Canadian Heritage
Information and communication technologies (Mexico City and Monterrey)

Why Participate:

Networking opportunities with Minister LeBlanc, senior officials and Mexican business leaders
On-site business briefings by Trade Commissioners, senior officials and key local industry experts
Sector-specific site visits
Pre-arranged business-to-business meetings, exclusively offered to participating small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) operating within the trade mission sectors

Who is eligible to participate?

Eligibility criteria for Canadian SMEs

To be considered for this trade mission, Canadian SMEs must clearly demonstrate how they meet the following criteria:
Operate in one of the trade mission’s eligible sectors
Be export-ready with demonstrated potential for success in the Mexican market
Meet the eligibility criteria to qualify as a client of the TCS

Eligibility criteria for other Canadian organizations and large businesses

To be considered for this trade mission, large businesses, trade associations and chambers of commerce must clearly demonstrate that they:

Are strategically aligned with the trade mission’s eligible sectors
Can contribute to fostering partnerships, knowledge exchange or economic development
Have the ability to bring demonstrated value to the trade mission through expertise, resources or collaboration opportunities

Travel considerations and expenses:
Participants are responsible for organizing their own travel arrangements, including all air and ground transportation to and from the airport, and to make their own accommodation reservations. Programming and travel information (such as local transportation options and hotel recommendations) will be provided to confirmed participants as information becomes available.

Funding Support:
Innovation PEI’s Export Enhancement and Diversification Fund can cover up to 60% of eligible travel-related expenses for eligible participating companies from PEI, including economy airfare, accommodations, and meals. For detailed information and access to the online application portal, please click here.

Selected delegates will receive information on funding opportunities through CanExport (GAC-Led Delegations).

There is no fee to participate in the trade mission. However, participants are responsible for covering all related travel costs, including airfare, accommodations, ground transportation and meals not included in the program.

🗓️ Deadline for this mission is November 28th, 2025, 23:59 AST.

For more information on the CTM to Mexico, visit the event page or contact us at ctm-mcc.mex@international.gc.ca

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION TODAY!

Restaurants Canada Show Mississauga, Ontario - March 8-10, 2026
2026-03-08 - 2026-03-10
Innovation PEI is seeking interest from export-ready PEI-based companies to participate at the Restaurants Canada Show in Mississauga, Ontario, from March 8-10, 2026.

Dates: March 8-10, 2026

Location: International Centre, Mississauga Ontario

Why Participate:

Advance provincial companies across Canada and North America jurisdictions
Strengthen relationships between Island companies in manufacturing, seafood, food and beverage sectors
Feature your company with a booth space within the Prince Edward Island pavilion to meet and support export objectives and feature export-ready products

Funding Support:
Innovation PEI’s Export Enhancement and Diversification Fund can cover up to 60% of eligible travel-related expenses for eligible participating companies from PEI, including economy airfare, accommodations, and meals. For detailed information and access to the online application portal, please click here.

The participation fee is $750+$112.50 HST=$862.50.

For more information and to express your interest, please contact Jamie Blanchard the event lead via email or phone.

Jamie Blanchard CITP®|FIBP®
Global Trade Officer – Innovation PEI
jrblanchard@gov.pe.ca
(902)368-4474 or (902)314-0749 cell

FOODEX Japan 2026 - March 10-13, 2026
2026-03-10 - 2026-03-13
Innovation PEI is seeking interest from export-ready PEI-based companies to participate in the FOODEX Japan 2026.

Dates: March 10 to 13, 2026

Location: Tokyo, Japan

Why Participate:

Strengthen linkages between PEI and industry buyers from Japan, Korea, China and Taiwan within the food and beverage sector
In 2025, the show attracted 3,300 exhibitors from 50 countries and regions and 80,000 professional visitors
Benefit from Innovation PEI’s provincial booth in the Canada Pavilion which will host co-exhibitors from PEI

Funding Support:
Innovation PEI’s Export Enhancement and Diversification Fund can cover up to 60% of eligible travel-related expenses for eligible participating companies from PEI, including economy airfare, accommodations, and meals. For detailed information and access to the online application portal, please click here.

The participation fee is $2,000 CAD per company counter within PEI booth.

🗓️ Deadline for this mission is November 7th, 2025

For more information and to express your interest, please contact Lannia MacAleer, the event lead, via email or phone.

Lannia Pan MacAleer
Trade Development Officer, Global Trade Services
902-368-6208
lpmacaleer@gov.pe.ca

Team Canada Trade Mission to the Republic of Korea
2026-03-30 - 2026-04-02
Canada’s Trade Commissioner Service is inviting export ready businesses on Prince Edward Island to a Team Canada Trade Mission (TCTM) to the Republic of Korea (South Korea). The mission builds on more than a decade of the Canada-Korea Free Trade Agreement, which has doubled bilateral merchandise trade and provides tariff-free access for most Canada exports.

Dates: Monday, March 30 to Thursday, April 2, 2026

Location: Seoul, South Korea

Focus sectors:

Aerospace
Clean Energy
Information and Communications Technologies
Life Sciences

Why Participate:

Networking opportunities with Minister Sidhu (Canada’s Minister of International Trade), Korean business and government leaders
On-site business briefings by Canada’s Trade Commissioners, senior officials and key Korean industry players
market overviews and/or roundtables with Korean industry leaders, policy-makers and experts
Site visits
Pre-arranged business-to-business (B2B) meetings offered to small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) operating within the trade mission sectors

Early Application:
To ensure meeting opportunities, we strongly encourage companies to apply by February 6, 2026 to be considered for pre-arranged business-to-business (B2B) meetings. While the application period is open until February 13, 2026, applications submitted after February 6, will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis and may not receive tailored B2B meetings as part of the trade mission program.
To Apply:
For more information and to apply for this Business Mission, click on the link below:
https://www.tradecommissioner.gc.ca/en/trade-events-training/2026/04/team-canada-trade-mission-republic-korea.html
🗓️ Deadline for this mission is February 13, 2026, at 23:59 PM
If you have any additional questions, please contact Bonnie MacDonald, Innovation PEI at bjmacdonald@gov.pe.ca or (902) 394 -5006

Hannover Messe - April 20–24, 2026
2026-04-20 - 2026-04-24
Innovation PEI is seeking interest from export-ready PEI-based companies to participate in a Canada Trade Mission to Hannover Messe 2026.

Dates: April 20-24, 2026

Location: Hannover, Germany

Sectors:

AI
Automation/Robotics
Defense
Digital

Why Participate:
• Showcase with Canada’s presence in the following halls: AI, Automation/Robotics, Defense, Digital
• Benefit from NGen leading the organizing of the Canada Trade Mission events, exhibitor, and visitor program

Funding Support:
Innovation PEI’s Export Enhancement and Diversification Fund can cover up to 60% of eligible travel-related expenses for eligible participating companies from PEI, including economy airfare, accommodations, and meals. For detailed information and access to the online application portal, please click here.

🗓️ Deadline for this mission is January 9th, 2026
For more information and to secure your spot, please register through the official link:

https://www.ngen.ca/hannover-messehttps://www.ngen.ca/hannover-messe

If you have any questions, please contact Cara Squires, the event lead, via email or phone.

Cara Squires CITP®|FIBP®
Global Trade Strategy Development Officer
902-626-9533
clsquires@gov.pe.ca

BuildGreen Atlantic 2026
2026-04-27 - 2026-04-28
BuildGreen Atlantic is a conference, trade show and networking event that advances the design, construction, and operation of greener buildings in Atlantic Canada.

BuildGreen Atlantic will be held at the Halifax Convention Centre on April 27 & 28, 2026. The 27th will offer Pre-Conference Workshops & Building Tours of local high-performance facilities and will wrap up with an Opening Reception for delegates, sponsors, speakers, and guests. The 28th focuses on the Conference & Tradeshow.

Both days will attract the green building sector, including building owners, architects, engineers, designers, materials manufacturers, trades professionals, policy makers and students. The conference content is relevant to residential and ICI sectors and will highlight both new construction and retrofits.

Dates: April 27 & 28, 2026

Location: Halifax Convention Centre, Halifax, NS

Why Participate:

Targeted Audience – Engage with decision-makers and influencers from all areas of the green building industry, including architects, builders, contractors, and sustainability professionals. This is an ideal opportunity to position your brand at the forefront of the movement toward sustainable construction.
Prime Tradeshow Location – Benefit from 2.5 hours of concentrated tradeshow time, allowing you to maximize your interactions and build meaningful connections. Our strategic scheduling ensures that delegates are motivated to visit your booth.
Exhibitor Benefits – Your investment of just $1,200 includes a fully-equipped 10 x 10 tradeshow booth featuring one six ft. long draped table, two chairs, and backdrop curtains to enhance your display. Plus, with wireless high-speed internet access and the option to promote power from Global Convention Services, you’re set up for success.
Enhanced Visibility – Participate in our Passport Program, designed to ensure that delegates actively visit your booth. This will not only increase foot traffic but also encourage meaningful engagement with potential clients.
Networking Opportunities – Two full registrations for the conference are included, so you can attend key sessions, meet industry leaders, and expand your professional network beyond the tradeshow floor.

Funding Support:
Innovation PEI’s Export Enhancement and Diversification Fund can cover up to 60% of eligible travel-related expenses for eligible participating companies from PEI, including economy airfare, accommodations, and meals. For detailed information and access to the online application portal, please click here.

The participation fee is $1,200 per Booth

For more information and to register as an exhibitor, please see the conference website: https://buildgreenatlantic.ca/exhibitors

Multi-Sector Trade Mission to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean - May 10-15, 2026
2026-05-10 - 2026-05-15
The NS Association of CBDCs, in collaboration with the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, invites export ready companies from Prince Edward Island to participate in a Multi-Sector Trade Mission to Barbados and other Eastern Caribbean markets.

Dates: May 10th – 15th, 2026

Locations: Barbados and other Eastern Caribbean Islands
(options include: Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines)

Mission Key Sectors:

Alternative Energy
Infrastructure
Education
Professional Services

Why Participate:

Meet potential partners and clients, expand your network and uncover new opportunities to diversify your markets and grow your business in the Eastern Caribbean.
Customized individual meeting programs development by an experienced matchmaking team.
Market briefings, facilitated ground transportation and logistical support.
Networking events and engagement with the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service in-market.

The participation fee is $750.
This covers in-market individualized meeting programs, transportation, and networking events. Participants are responsible for flights, meals and accommodations.

🗓️ Deadline for this mission is February 10th, 2026.

For more information and to apply for this Business Mission, click on the link below:

https://atlantictrademission.com

Mexico ANTAD Show & Multi-Sector Trade Mission 2026
2026-05-18 - 2026-05-22
Innovation PEI, in partnership with the The Trade Commissioner Service (TCS), is recruiting export ready Island companies to co-exhibit in the Canada Pavilion at Expo ANTAD & Alimentaria Mexico (Expo ANTAD) taking place in Guadalajara, Mexico from May 18-22, 2026.

Dates: May 18-22, 2026

Location: Guadalajara, Mexico

Expo ANTAD (Asociación Nacional de Tiendas de Autoservicio y Departamentales, which translates to the National Association of Supermarkets and Department Stores) and Alimentaria is Mexico’s largest retail-focused trade show. The Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) in Mexico has coordinated a Canada Pavilion at this event for over a decade with participation from key Canada agri-food trade associations as well as Canadian provinces. The Expo is divided into two halls – the national hall where major retail organizations have their stands and the international hall where we can find many country pavilions.

Why Participate:

At the March 2025 edition of ANTAD, the expo counted more than 1,200 exhibitors and the event was attended by close to 47,000 visitors from 67 countries.
Mexico’s major retailers, convenience stores, specialty stores, and department store chains, as well as a range of distributors have booths at the event with buyers onsite.
Great visibility for companies who are already present in the Mexican market and for new-to-market exporters.
The Trade Commissioner Service will again be offering pre-show webinars as well as on-site activities including a briefing, market and retail tours and a group dinner
For an additional fee, companies can have access to customized B2B meetings during the show organized by a seasoned consultant we have worked with for many years.

At the last edition of ANTAD in March 2025, the Canada Pavilion showcased 21 Canadian exhibitors. Companies took part in a pre-event briefing and visits as well as a program of pre-arranged B2B meetings, held in-person at the expo. The B2B program resulted in 258 coordinated meetings with Mexican retailers, importers and/or distributors for the 21 Canadian companies, an average of 12 meetings per company with their key targets. Exhibitors reported that their participation in Expo ANTAD & Alimentaria resulted in over 115 sales leads and potential projected sales of up to CAD$10.2 million.

The participation fee is $1150 for exhibiting and $862.59 for Multi-Sector Mission.

🗓️ Deadline for this mission is March 2, 2026

For more information on this Business Mission please contact the event lead, Jamie Blanchard.

Jamie Blanchard CITP®|FIBP®
Global Trade Officer – Innovation PEI
jrblanchard@gov.pe.ca (902)368-4474 or (902)314-0749 cell

Multi-Sector Business Mission to Ireland
2026-05-25 - 2026-05-29
Innovation PEI will lead a multi-sector business mission to Ireland on May 25- May 29, 2026, in support of trade opportunities in this region. The mission will consist of a business program of prearranged meetings between participating PEI companies/organizations with Ireland based companies/organizations.

Dates: May 25-29, 2026

Location: Dublin, Ireland

Focus sectors:

Information and Communications Technologies
Life/Bio sciences
Advanced Manufacturing
Aerospace
Education
Professional Services
Food and Beverage
Agri Food and Seafood Processing

Why Participate:

Matchmaker/consulting services, development of customized business itineraries.
Market access to buyers, distributors/agents, technology partners, investment capital, labour.
Ground transportation services to and from all meetings.
Business networking.
Travel cost support on economy airfare, accommodations and meals (40-60% by Innovation PEI).

Mission schedule:

Sunday, May 24th – Arrive in market / Mission briefing
Monday, May 25th – Prearranged B2B meetings
Tuesday, May 26th – Prearranged B2B meetings
Wednesday, May 27th – Prearranged B2B meetings/ PEI Trade business Reception
Thursday, May 28th – Prearranged B2B meetings
Friday, May 29th – Prearranged B2B meetings/ travel home

Funding Support:
Innovation PEI’s Export Enhancement and Diversification Fund can cover up to 40-60% of eligible travel-related expenses for eligible participating companies from PEI, including economy airfare, accommodations, and meals. For detailed information and access to the online application portal, please click here.

The participation fee is $700

🗓️ Deadline for this mission is March 20, 2026
Click here to download the Registration Form for this mission.

For more information on this Business Mission, please contact Bonnie MacDonald, Innovation PEI at bjmacdonald@gov.pe.ca or (902) 394 -5006
