Go Global: Export Support for Ontario Wood Manufacturers

A dedicated resource centre featuring export readiness training, benchmarking best practices, market intelligence, and connections to key trade partners and government support programs.

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.

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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.

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.

Ready to explore new markets?

We’ve organized key government funding programs into six streams — Training, Hiring, Expansion, Research & Development, Environment, and Sales — so you can quickly find the support that fits your business priorities.

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

Social Media & Ongoing Updates

Don’t Miss Industry Updates

Stay informed with news, insights, and stories from Ontario’s wood manufacturing network.

New Date Confirmed!Our popular Spray Finishing Training has been rescheduled to Thursday, August 20, 2026.Join David Blackler, Finishing Technologist and Professor at Conestoga College, for a full day of hands-on training designed to improve finishing quality, reduce costly defects, and build confidence through practical instruction and advanced spray finishing simulators.💲 WMCO Members: $599 + HST💲 Non-Members: $1,599 + HSTTake advantage of exclusive WMCO member pricing and reserve your spot today!📍 Conestoga College – Woodworking Centre, KitchenerRegister here: www.wmco.ca/eventcalendar/#!event/2026/7/8/wmco-apos-s-hands-on-finishing-training-skills-for-qua...#wmco #woodworking #manufacturing #SprayFinishing #skillstraining ... See MoreSee Less
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🌎 Thinking about exporting your products?The CanExport SMEs program application deadline has been extended to August 31, 2026, giving eligible Canadian businesses more time to access funding for international market expansion—including participation in trade shows like IBS 2027 in Las Vegas.If you're considering exhibiting at the International Builders' Show 2027, now is the time to explore this funding opportunity.Check your inbox for yesterday's WMCO e-blast for full details.Questions about exhibiting at the Canadian Pavilion? Contact Dan Rittwage directly:📧 dan@canexportdev.com📞 343-333-4327#wmco #CanExport #export #woodmanufacturing #madeincanada #IBS2027 #internationalbusiness #BusinessGrowth ... See MoreSee Less
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💡 Take advantage of grant funding for leadership development.The Ontario Job Grant is now available, but applications are currently taking 6–8 weeks to process.WMCO's LMI Canada Leadership Development Program begins September 10, so if you're planning to apply for funding, now is the time to get your application started.Don't wait until the deadline — contact Barry today and be funding-ready for September.(905) 745-0657 or Email breid@lmicanada.caRegistration link: www.wmco.ca/eventcalendar/#!event/2026/5/7/wmco-apos-s-lmi-leadership-series#wmco #leadershipdevelopment #ontariojobgrant #WorkforceDevelopment #ManufacturingLeadership ... See MoreSee Less
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Last week, on Canada Day, our CEO, Mike Baker, joined CBC Radio's The Current to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing Canada's wood manufacturing industry.The conversation covered tariffs, economic pressures, and the resilience of Canadian manufacturers, while highlighting the vital role our industry plays in supporting jobs, innovation, and the economy.We're proud to see wood manufacturing represented in national discussions on issues that matter to our members.🎧 Missed the interview? Listen here: www.cbc.ca/listen/live-radio/1-63-the-current/clip/16223762-should-cusma-renewed-reworked#wmco #woodmanufacturing #canadianmanufacturing #manufacturing #economy #madeincanada #IndustryLeadership ... See MoreSee Less
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📢 Rescheduled - New Date Coming Soon! Our popular **Spray Finishing Training** is being rescheduled to better accommodate our members and allow more participants to take advantage of this hands-on learning opportunity.Led by David Blackler at Conestoga College, this full-day training covers spray finishing techniques, troubleshooting, quality control, and hands-on simulator practice.📅 The new date will be announced soon.✅ **Registration remains open!** Reserve your spot now, and we'll notify you as soon as the new date is confirmed. Those who had registered already have been notified over email and we will have their seat reserved for the new date.Register here: www.wmco.ca/eventcalendar/#!event/2026/7/8/wmco-apos-s-hands-on-finishing-training-skills-for-qua...#wmco #woodworking #manufacturing #SprayFinishing #skillstraining ... See MoreSee Less
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