Are you new to exporting? Or are you looking to develop an Export Plan. This interactive guide will help you navigate the process.

Assess your export readiness

Do you want to export and are you ready to export are two different questions. This section of the guide will help you assess if you are ready to export.

Build your export plan

Are you ready to start on your export journey? You’ll need a plan. The modules below will help you navigate the exporting process. Fill in the interactive content throughout to help fill in the export plan template, or download the blank template below.

Planning Your Exports

Planning Your Exports

Get started by learning how to develop an export plan, define your objectives, and consider your export staffing needs.
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Research Markets

Research Markets

The interactive market finder tool will help you determine viable markets for your product using the latest Alberta trade data.
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Find International Clients

Find International Clients

This section will help you dive deeper into your potential market and find the right type client for your export strategy.
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Adapt to the Market

Adapt to the Market

Learn about how to localize your product and your marketing strategies for that market.
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Get Paid

Get Paid

Learn about different payment models, negotiating international contracts, and reducing risk of non-payment.
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Get Financed

Get Financed

Learn about the types of funding you might need to get started, and what government supports are available.
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Ship Your Products

Ship Your Products

Learn about the basics of shipping terms, pricing and documentation, and whether you should use a freight forwarder.
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Export plan completion

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This information is a guide only and should not be considered or quoted as a legal authority. While best efforts are made the keep this guide up-to-date, parts of it may become obsolete at any time without notice.