Opening ceremony
Welcoming remarks and an introduction to the conference’s vision, objectives and international participation.
Organized ByWorld Trade Developers Inc.Date & TimeThu, May 20, 2027 · 9AM–5PM
Helpline+1 647 656 4304Event VenueOntario Investment and Trade Centre
250 Yonge Street, 35th Floor, Toronto
250 Yonge Street, 35th Floor, Toronto
Programme
Ideas · Connections · Opportunities
Programme
One full day of keynotes, panels, delegation showcases and structured B2B introductions, designed around the conversations international businesses need to have.
DateThursday, May 20, 2027
Time9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
VenueOntario Investment and Trade Centre, 250 Yonge Street, 35th Floor, Toronto
Highlights of the day
Eight parts of the programme, from the opening ceremony to the networking reception.
Government perspectives
Public institutions and business organizations share insight on economic development, trade and investment.
Keynote presentations
Business leaders and experts on global market trends, growth, innovation and investment readiness.
Panel discussions
Interactive sessions on entering and expanding in Canada and international markets.
B2B matchmaking
Structured introductions to buyers, suppliers, distributors, investors and strategic partners.
Delegation networking
International delegates present their interests and meet Canadian companies.
Business presentations
Selected companies present products, services, projects and investment proposals.
Networking reception
Time to exchange contacts, discuss cooperation and arrange follow-up meetings.
Conference agenda
Thursday, May 20, 2027 · 250 Yonge Street, 35th Floor, Toronto
Morning
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Delegate arrival, registration and welcome networking
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Opening ceremony and introductory remarks
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Welcome address by World Trade Developers Inc.
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Session one: Ontario and Canada as destinations for business and investmentSession
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Networking and refreshment break
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Panel discussion: Connecting international businesses to Canadian opportunitiesPanel
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International delegation and business presentationsPresentations
Afternoon
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Lunch and networking
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Session two: Trade promotion, market entry and investment readinessSession
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Sector-focused discussions and B2B matchmakingB2B
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Refreshment break
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Strategic partnerships, success stories and future opportunitiesSession
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Closing remarks and acknowledgements
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Official photographs and final networking
This is the proposed programme and may change. Confirmed speakers and detailed session information will be announced closer to the event.
Speakers
Speakers will be announced here once each person has confirmed their participation in writing.
We are confirming the 2027 programme now. Names, titles, organizations and session details are published only after formal approval.
Applications considered from
- Government and institutional representatives
- Investors and economic-development professionals
- Export and international trade specialists
- Industry executives, founders and innovation leaders
- Legal, financial and market-entry experts
- Chambers of commerce and trade associations
Who spoke in 2026
Chaudhry Shafay Hussain
Minister of Industries, Commerce and Investment Department, Government of Punjab, Pakistan
Muhammad Saleem
High Commissioner for Pakistan, Ottawa, Canada
Lee Fairclough
MPP for Etobicoke—Lakeshore
Andrea Hazell
MPP for Scarborough—Guildwood
Business sectors
The conference is open to many sectors. B2B introductions are organized around these groups.
Advanced manufacturing
- Aerospace and defence
- Automotive and battery
- Chemicals and biochemicals
- Energy
- Industrial and advanced materials
- Machinery and product manufacturing
Technology
- Semiconductors and electronics
- Clean technology
- AI and connectivity
- Cybersecurity and software
- Gaming
- Financial technology
Life sciences
- Digital health and MedTech
- Vaccines
- R&D and commercialization
- AI and informatics
- Manufacturing and infrastructure
- Nuclear medicine
New areas of focus New for 2027
- Agrifood
- Critical minerals
- Modular housing
Energy and clean technology
- Renewable energy
- Energy efficiency
- Environmental solutions
- Waste management
- Clean transportation
- Sustainable infrastructure
Construction and real estate
- Construction materials
- Property development
- Infrastructure
- Architecture and engineering
- Smart buildings
- Real-estate investment
Textiles, apparel and consumer products
- Textiles
- Fashion and footwear
- Home and lifestyle products
- Private-label manufacturing
- Retail partnerships
Logistics and international trade
- Freight forwarding
- Transportation
- Warehousing
- Customs
- E-commerce
- Supply-chain management
Education and professional development
- Universities and colleges
- Training organizations
- Professional qualifications
- Workforce development
- Educational technology
Tourism and hospitality
- Hotels and travel services
- Destination promotion
- Hospitality investment
- Food services
- Cultural tourism
Practical conversations about entering, growing and investing in Canada.
Panels and workshopsCanada Gateway Expo 2027
Panels and workshops
Sessions on the day
- Session one: Ontario and Canada as destinations for business and investment
- Panel: Connecting international businesses to Canadian opportunities
- Session two: Trade promotion, market entry and investment readiness
- Sector discussions: small-group conversations by industry
- Strategic partnerships: success stories and future opportunities
Topics panels will address
- Entering and expanding within the Canadian market
- Building international trade partnerships
- Investment opportunities in Ontario
- Export development and market access
- Innovation, technology and sustainable growth
- Challenges faced by international businesses
- The future of global commerce
B2B matchmaking
Structured introductions help you meet the right buyers, suppliers, distributors, investors and strategic partners.
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Register
Register as a business, corporate or international delegate.
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Share your interests
Tell us your sector, what you offer and the partner you want to meet.
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Meet on the day
Join sector tables and structured introductions during the session.
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Follow up
Continue at the networking reception and through post-event follow-up.
Meetings and introductions depend on availability, relevance and approval by participating organizations. Registration does not guarantee meetings, contracts, investments or commercial results.
Join us in Toronto
Plan your day at the expo
Registration and welcome networking start at 9:00 AM.