
Go Global: Export Support for Ontario Wood Manufacturers
Ontario’s advanced wood manufacturers have significant opportunities in global markets. Through our export development initiatives, we provide practical training, trusted trade expertise, and direct connections to government programs and international partners—helping members build export capacity with confidence.
Export Readiness Events & Training
Our export training series supports wood manufacturers in strengthening export literacy, benchmarking best practices, and identifying new market opportunities.
These export training events are designed to strengthen export capacity within Ontario’s advanced wood manufacturing sector and support long-term international market growth.
Event Recaps & Industry Insights
Explore summaries and key takeaways from our export readiness sessions, including expert presentations, benchmarking discussions, and market intelligence shared by industry and government partners.

WMCO Plant Tour at Tayco Draws Strong Industry Engagement

Webinar Recap: Exploring Alternative Export Markets for Canadian Wood Products

Woodlore International Plant Tour Highlights – October 29, 2025

WMCO Quarterly Networking Event at Biesse Brings Industry Together on Cybersecurity, AI, and Funding Opportunities

WMCO CEO to Discuss U.S. Tariffs on CBC Ontario Morning

WMCO Press Release (October 2, 2025)

WMCO Bulletin: Responding to the U.S. Tariff Crisis
Webinar Recordings & Resources Library
Our export training series supports small and medium-sized manufacturers in strengthening export literacy, benchmarking best practices, and identifying new market opportunities.
WMCO Export Session (2026)
Video: WMCO Alternate Export Market Session 2 – TCS and EDC
Date: February 27th, 2026
Topics:
- Trade Diversification 101
- Leveraging EDC
- Export Funding
***Click below for Slide deck Presentations and Material:
WMCO Export Session (2025)
Video: WMCO Alternate Export Market Session – Global Affairs and EDC
Date: December 10th, 2025
Topics:
- Global Affairs Support
- Leveraging EDC
- Export Funding
***Click below for Slide deck Presentations and Material:
WMCO Roundtable (2025)
Video: Section 232 Tariff Roundtable
Date: October 6th, 2025
The Recording of WMCO’s Tariff Roundtable featuring US Trade Lawyer Heather Jacobson. Due to anonymity concerns, the visuals of the recording were removed.
Government Funding & Assistance Updates
Discover current government programs, funding opportunities, and trade support services designed to help manufacturers expand into international markets. We regularly highlight relevant resources to keep members informed and export-ready.
Export Partners & Market Intelligence
We work closely with leading Canadian trade and export organizations to ensure our members receive timely intelligence, trusted advisory services, and access to international networks.
The Canadian Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) helps Canadian companies expand into international markets by connecting them with experienced trade professionals in Canada and around the world.
Through its global network, the TCS provides market insights, qualified contacts, and practical support to help businesses navigate new markets and succeed globally.
WMCO: US Export Toolkit
How to Enter/Expand into US Markets
OPERATIONAL EXPORT READINESS SERIES
In the first event in our Export Roundtable Series: How to Enter/Expand US Markets, we presented an extensive US Export Toolkit developed by WMCO in partnership with NRCan and Shaftesbury Associates.
To access the downloadable toolkit, read the event summary, and watch the event recording, you must login. If you need assistance logging in please contact Brayden DeWitt, Cluster Administration Specialist e: bdewitt@wmco.ca

Export Development Canada (EDC) is dedicated to helping Canadian companies of all sizes succeed on the world stage.
As international risk experts, EDC helps Canadian companies to navigate, manage and take on risk to support their growth beyond Canada’s borders. Since 1944, businesses of all sizes and sectors have counted on EDC for the export knowledge and financial solutions they need to succeed in global markets.
EDC solutions include:
- Capital – access to working capital and financing
- Risk mitigation – insurance that lowers the risk of doing business abroad
- Trade knowledge – expertise to help companies make informed decisions
- Global connections – relationships that connect Canadian and international companies and help both parties grow
To learn more contact:
Lucci Mihet
Senior Account Manager | Southwestern Ontario Region
e: lmihet@edc.ca





