Online event
UK-Canada CPTPP: Unlocking opportunities in the Canadian market
Tuesday 25 August at 4:00PM
Event endedLearn how your business can find opportunities in Canada and how to take the next steps with confidence.
What you’ll learn
- Unlock the benefits of trading with Canada – Understand how the UK's trade agreements with Canada can help businesses access new opportunities and compete more effectively.
- Use trade agreements to support growth – Learn how reduced trade barriers, improved market access and greater certainty can support your export and expansion plans.
- Turn trade opportunities into commercial success – Explore practical steps businesses can take to maximise opportunities in the Canadian market.
Description
Canada is a key partner for UK businesses, offering access to a sophisticated market, strong demand for high-quality goods and services, and opportunities across a wide range of sectors.
This webinar will explore how UK businesses can benefit from the evolving UK–Canada trading relationship, including the opportunities arising from the UK's membership of CPTPP. Attendees will gain a clearer understanding of how trade agreements can support exports.
The session will focus on the practical advantages available to businesses under CPTPP, including improved market access, opportunities to strengthen supply chains and greater confidence when entering or expanding within the Canadian market.
Designed for both experienced exporters and businesses considering Canada for the first time, this webinar will provide actionable insights to help companies make informed decisions and capitalise on new commercial opportunities.
Speakers
Akua Stewart-Agyemang
FTA Utilisation Advisor on CPTPP, Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade
Akua Stewart-Agyemang is a Free Trade Agreement Utilisation Policy Advisor at the Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade, specialising in the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). She supports UK businesses in understanding and using trade agreements to access international markets, and maximise export opportunities across CPTPP member countries.
Martin Buckle
Vice President and Treasurer / President, British Canadian Chamber of Trade and Commerce and Bjorklund & Company of Canada Ltd
Martin Buckle is Vice President and Treasurer of the British Canadian Chamber of Trade and Commerce and President of Bjorklund & Company of Canada Ltd, a management consultancy specialising in business improvement, restructuring, and corporate finance. An experienced management accountant and business leader, he is a strong advocate for strengthening trade and investment ties between the UK and Canada and regularly represents the Chamber on trade-related matters.
Luke Sexton
Head of Food, Drink and Agri-Tech, British Consulate General Toronto
Luke Sexton is Head of Food, Drink and Agri-Tech at the British Consulate General in Toronto, where he supports UK businesses looking to grow in the Canadian market and helps strengthen UK-Canada trade and investment relationships. He has extensive experience in international trade and export promotion, working with businesses to identify market opportunities, navigate trade barriers, and achieve international growth.