Online event
UK-Canada CPTPP: Maximising CPTPP after Entry into Force
Tuesday 08 September at 4:00PM
Event endedUnderstand how CPTPP can help your businesses strengthen their trade with Canada and unlock practical export advantages.
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
Mollie Brown
Consultant in International Trade and Foreign Direct Investment, OCO Global
Mollie Brown is a Consultant in International Trade and Foreign Direct Investment at OCO Global. Based in OCO Global's international trade and investment practice, she works with businesses, governments, and economic development organisations to support export growth, attract investment, and identify international market opportunities. She has particular experience in helping companies expand into overseas markets, including North America.
Olivia Herford
FTA Utilisation Lead on CPTPP, Department for Business and Trade
Olivia leads work on helping UK businesses understand and make effective use of CPTPP to expand into global markets. She is responsible for driving utilisation and supporting exporters to access new opportunities across CPTPP member countries.
Cristina Irving-Turner
Communications & Engagement, CPTPP Team, Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade
Cristina leads communications and stakeholder engagement activities for the UK's participation in the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). She works closely with businesses, industry groups, and government partners to raise awareness of the agreement, helping organisations understand the opportunities CPTPP presents and how they can take advantage of its benefits when trading across member markets.
Jennifer Kay
First Secretary and Trade Commissioner, Canada House
Jennifer is the First Secretary and Trade Commissioner at the High Commission of Canada in the United Kingdom. She supports the development of trade and commercial relations between Canada and the UK, working with businesses to identify opportunities, navigate market conditions, and build successful partnerships. Jennifer also promotes collaboration across key sectors and helps companies access support to expand their international presence.