Overview
Alberta’s government works closely with partners both at home and around the world to advance opportunities for Albertans and their businesses.
The Ministry of Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration regularly leads international trade missions that expand Alberta’s global market access, connect businesses with international buyers and partners and promote Alberta’s strengths and capabilities to attract investment and grow exports.
In 2025-26, the ministry of Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration led 36 international trade missions for companies across the province and these companies participated in more than 2,630 business-to-business meetings.
The ministry also hosts international delegations visiting Alberta, offers funding through the Alberta Export Expansion Program and sponsors the Trade Accelerator Program to help Alberta companies prepare for global markets.
Upcoming international trade missions
View our online calendar to find events for export-ready, Alberta-based companies to find new business opportunities and to diversify into different markets.
Upcoming trade-related events in Alberta
Join upcoming major events across Alberta that showcase local industries and connect international visitors with Alberta’s business community.
Trade Navigator Newsletter
Subscribe to our quarterly newsletter to stay informed about opportunities, resources and supports to help expand your international reach.
Featured trade programs
Leverage funding programs, networking opportunities and consultation initiatives to grow your business.
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Alberta Export Expansion Program
The Alberta Export Expansion Program provides funding to help export-ready companies and non-profit organizations enhance access to international markets and attract global buyers.
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Trade Accelerator Program
The Trade Accelerator Program (TAP) helps businesses develop strategically and prepare for international market expansion.
Tools and resources
- Find new market opportunities for your product using the interactive export data tool, including information on Alberta exports, world imports, tariffs and more.
- Use our export guide resources to learn about export readiness and build an export plan.
- The export readiness assessment is a valuable first step to help you evaluate your current export capabilities.
- Check out information and resources on Alberta’s domestic and Canada’s international trade agreements.
- Learn about Alberta's relationships with various international markets.
- Leverage key messages to help promote your business to the world, highlighting why international buyers should choose Alberta.
- Alberta maintains a network of international offices serve as on-the-ground representatives of the province around the world, helping Alberta’s industries connect with international stakeholders, opportunities, and government contacts.
- Learn about how Alberta is a leader in removing barriers to internal trade, labour mobility and investment across Canada.
Additional trade supports
- The Government of Canada provides supports for Canadian exporters faced with US tariffs.
- The Government of Canada offers a dedicated CUSMA compliance resources featuring step-by-step guidance, rules of origin and self-serve tools.
- The Government of Canada’s CanExport program provides funding to eligible businesses to towards costs of exporting products or services to new markets.
- Exporters can also obtain business financing by connecting with BDC, EDC and other financial institutions.
Contact
Engage with government staff responsible for providing export and trade supports to Alberta businesses.