Center for Economic Vitality

Western Washington University College of Business and Economics

Advancing the Economic Vitality of Our Communities

Business Resources

Doing Business in Canada

Canada is a popular country for U.S. companies to market to because of the similarities in the market potential.

Canada's Business and Consumer Site

   This site provides assorted strategic information for doing business in Canada. Topics include start-up, management, finance, technology, market research, and export, to name a few.

Canada Customs and Revenue Agency

   This is the Web site for Canadian customs. At this site you can get information about the North American Free Trade Agreement, importing by mail, and similiar topics. Many of your questions can be answered in the FAQ section. This site also has many forms and publications you can download.

Canada/British Columbia Business Services Society

   This is the Web site for the Canada Business Center. They provide business support and services similiar to the SBA.

Pacific Northwest Economic Region (PNWER)

   PNWER represents the Northwest region's elected state and provincial officials. The "Private Sector Council" helps businesses communicate with officials.