Founder’s Corner | Navigating Export Support in Canada
What support is available to help your venture go global?
Expanding an early-stage tech venture internationally requires navigating unique hurdles, including long R&D cycles, complex IP strategies, and high capital needs.
Join representatives from British Columbia’s Export Navigator and Canada’s Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) for a practical roadmap on leveraging regional foundations and federal global networks to scale your technology abroad.
Meet the Speakers
Tracey Pham
Export Advisor | Export Navigator
With over a decade of international business experience, Tracey helps B.C. companies identify target markets, connect with buyers, and develop strategies for successful global expansion.
Rachel Soares
Trade Commissioner, Clean Energy | Global Affairs Canada
Rachel supports Canadian clean energy companies pursuing global opportunities, bringing experience across Europe, the Middle East, and international climate finance.
Ravneet Dhaliwal
Trade Commissioner, Advanced Manufacturing, Robotics & Emergency and Disaster Response | Global Affairs Canada
Ravneet helps Canadian companies in advanced technology sectors identify international opportunities and expand into global markets.
Who Should Attend
- Founders, CEOs, and business development leads at B.C.-based deeptech and advanced technology startups.
- Early-stage ventures preparing for foreign market entry, international pilots, or cross-border capital raises.
Join us on the first Wednesday of every month for a VentureLabs community gathering that brings founders, startup teams, and ecosystem partners together. Each session features an expert presentation or practical discussion on topics relevant to science and technology startups, followed by dedicated time to connect with fellow members, experts and build new relationships.
Our inaugural Founder’s Corner Community series, running from September through December, will focus on International Business, exploring key topics to help science and technology ventures navigate global markets, expand internationally, and build cross-border opportunities.
Bring your own lunch, gain practical insights, and grow your network.
Event Details
Founder’s Corner | Navigating Export Support in Canada
Date:
September 2 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Location:
SFU VentureLabs (12th floor kitchen)
1200-555 West Hastings Street
Vancouver
BC
Organizer:
SFU VentureLabs