Have you ever wondered if you would make a good exporter? Finding the answer involves a disciplined process of examining the strengths of your business and the opportunities available through exporting.

There is plenty of expert help out there to assist you with examining the possibility of getting involved with exporting or importing

A good place to start is the Canada-Ontario Business Service Centre (COBSC). Check out the "Resources For Exporters/Importers" section of their site for links to numerous documents and resources for exporting help. Or call the COBSC to speak with one of their Information Officers at:

COBSC General Business Information Line
Toll-Free: 1-800-567-2345 (in Ontario)
Local: (416) 775-3456
TTY: 1-800-457-8466
Open Monday to Friday, 8:30am-6:00pm
Services available in English and French

ExportSource.ca is an on-line service providing a one-stop shop for new and experienced exporters, with access to multiple sources of export-related information from over 800 government and private links.

Export Development Canada provides financing, insurance and bonding solutions to Canadian companies that export goods and services, or invest in other countries. They help Canadian enterprises - mainly small and medium sized - manage risk and capitalize on trade opportunities.