Portugal Canada Chamber of Commerce and Industry



				Mission The Portugal Canada Chamber of Commerce and Industry, a member of APACC (Association of Portuguese American Chambers of Commerce), was founded to stimulate and promote economic development, trade, and investment between Western Canada and Portugal. The Portugal Canada Chamber of Commerce and Industry is an Alberta-based non-profit corporation. As a member of the Association of Portuguese American Chambers of Commerce, it exists to promote economic development, trade and investment between Western Canada and Portugal. A premier advocate of business partnerships between the two countries, the Chamber works closely with the Consulate of Portugal in Edmonton and with ICEP, the Portuguese Trade and Tourism Commission in Toronto and Lisbon. It serves as a vehicle for networking and information exchange, and conducts numerous community economic development and cultural exchange programs. Introductions and Connections The Chamber provides individuals and corporations interested in doing business in Portugal with continuing opportunities to “network” – to meet other individuals and firms involved in trade and commerce between Portuguese and Canada. The Chamber: Introduces individuals and corporations to civic leaders, government representatives and influential decision makers in the Portuguese and Western Canadian business communities Identifies and counsels on partnerships and joint ventures for Portuguese and Canadian corporations Arranges private meetings between Canadian and Portuguese executives to discuss business and investment issues of mutual interest Sponsors regular networking meetings, luncheons and receptions that offer excellent opportunities for broadening contacts within the Portuguese-Canadian community Consults with the Council of Canadian-EC Chambers of Commerce on all issues pertaining to the European Community Business Development By being an active participant in both the Portuguese and Canadian marketplace, the Chamber helps individuals and corporations identify valuable new business opportunities and obtain important demographic and marketing information. The Chamber also channels hundreds of business referrals each year to persons and businesses interested in doing business with Portugal. Information Exchange Timely information helps prospective investors and importers position their businesses and investments for the future. Each year, the Chamber responds to numerous requests for information on a wide range of trade issues, from import/export tariffs to the location of agents and distributors. The Chamber also sponsors trade shows, seminars and conferences on pertinent trade and investment issues. Publications The Chamber publishes a regular bulletin “APACC LINK” which is sent free of charge upon request. Any other publication can be requested by sending the Chamber a request by e-mail. Upon request, all members receive "News You Can Use," a weekly faxed news synopsis of business, economic, trade, tourism and investment developments in Portugal, and the comprehensive Export/Import Directory, an invaluable guide to members' industry or business focus, products and services.