On July 18, 2024, the World Trade Centre Vancouver concluded its 37th cohort of the Trade Accelerator Program (TAP), an esteemed export training initiative for businesses across Canada. This cohort focused on women-owned businesses, attracting 18 dynamic local companies. 

About the Trade Accelerator Program (TAP)

TAP helps small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Canada in expanding into international markets. The 37th cohort marks a significant milestone, with over 500 businesses now having been supported by WTC-Vancouver in their journey to going global.

By focusing this cohort on women-led businesses, WTC-Vancouver continues to foster diversity and innovation in the global marketplace, empowering more women entrepreneurs to scale their ventures internationally.

Graduating Companies:

• Basecamp Card Co.
• Cape de Coeur Couture Inc.
• Hey Girl Corp.
• Kids Innovative Limited
• Knowbie
• LFT Group Brands Ltd
• Mala the Brand
• One Up Technologies
• Oneberrie Innovations Corp
• Practical Design Inc.
• Rad Jamz & Preserves Inc .
• RainStick Shower
• Ravensong Soap Ltd.
• Skåne Group
• Soul Bite Food Inc.
• StoryWell Marketing Inc
• The Better Butchers
• The Good Chocolatier Inc.

Additional Programs 

• Digital Transformation Workshop: Aimed at helping BC businesses become digitally native organizations.
• Market Activation Program: Offers market information sessions, country-specific roundtables, and access to tradeshows.

Upcoming Events: 

Market Activation Program 

• CUSMA Information Session – September 11, 2024

Trade Accelerator Program

• Creative Industries Cohort – Begins October 2, 2024
• Vancouver Island Cohort – Begins November 5, 2024

Learn More - https://www.boardoftrade.com/wtc/vancouver